FairFuelUK warns that rising inflation — from 2.9% to 3.1% — combined with petrol and diesel prices hitting their highest levels in four years, is inflicting severe and accelerating financial damage on households, small businesses and the UK economy. FairFuelUK says the Government must act now by cutting Fuel Duty and introducing a legally‑enforced … [Read more...]
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Call for scrappage scheme to boost EV adoption
More than eight out of 10 car dealers say the UK needs a scrappage scheme to support electric car sales, according to new research for one finance provideer. September’s Startline Used Car Tracker shows 60% believe the government should encourage the adoption of electric cars and 61% that they need to be as affordable as possible. Also, 26% think electric … [Read more...]
Classics fine show at Castle Combe
Established as an alliance between Castle Combe Circuit and Racing Club in 2012, the annual Autumn Classic historic racing festival has grown in stature and now sits in third place behind the Goodwood Revival and Silverstone’s BRDC Classic in the closely fought league table of national historic racing events. This year’s 2-day jamboree celebrated the … [Read more...]
McLaren reveal £500M investment & planned SUV
McLaren Automotive will make a £500m investment to expand its UK manufacturing, engineering and operations, enabling it to accelerate the development of its next generation of models including a long-awaited performance SUV. The investment forms part of a larger commitment from McLaren Automotive shareholder L’IMAD, a sovereign investor of the Government of … [Read more...]
Sunderland nets £170M Nissan Kicks plan
Nissan plans to launch a new model in Europe and invest £170m to build it in Sunderland, which this year celebrates its 40th anniversary. The Nissan Kicks – a compact B-segment crossover – features unique e-POWER hybrid technology and will be manufactured in Sunderland, alongside the Qashqai, Juke and LEAF. It is based in the same platform as the Juke but … [Read more...]
Money shortage putting brakes on servicing and safety – RAC
Cash strapped young drivers are most likely to delay necessary repairs or tyre replacements on financial grounds. A poll for the RAC found 25% of those under 25 and 21% of drivers in the 25-44 age group say they have done so, compared to just 5% of drivers aged 65 and older. Among drivers of all ages, 3% have deliberately avoided their MOT, a legal … [Read more...]
Fuel prices rising every day
There has been another rise in fuel prices today. RAC head of policy Simon Williams said, “Average pump prices have jumped by yet another penny in just a day. Petrol has now broken through the £1.70-a-litre barrier and stands at 170.54p – its highest since 23 August 2022 – and diesel has risen to 192.86p – its highest since 29 July 2022. "Unfortunately … [Read more...]
Failed infrastructure threatens European green-truck drive
In an extraordinary appearance on one stage together, the CEOs of Europe’s seven leading truck and bus manufacturers warned yesterday, at the IAA Transportation in Hanover, that Europe’s shift to zero-emission heavy-duty vehicles is still being held back by an alarming delay in the conditions that are needed to drive market uptake. They called on European … [Read more...]
Momentum mounts with EV registrations
With EV registrations rising and the used market surging, NFDA Electric Vehicle Approved highlighted growing momentum in the UK’s switch to electric, while calling for continued action on affordability, charging and consumer confidence. Developed by National Franchised Dealers Association (NFDA) and endorsed by the Government’s Office for Zero Emission … [Read more...]
More enlist to engineer support for UK military
More companies have enlisted to provide vehicle, technology and support to the British military. Hobson Industries and TVS Supply Chain Solutions are the latest companies to join Team Grenadier, a UK-anchored industrial consortium dedicated to delivering a range of vehicles ideal for deployment by the UK Ministry of Defence (MoD), based on the INEOS … [Read more...]
