This year’s RAC London to Brighton Veteran Car Run is cancelled on 1 November due to Covid-19 restrictions after being staged without interruption since 1947. The event has been planned for 7 November 2021. Car dealers in Wales will have to close showrooms from Friday evening under the Welsh lockdown law. They will be allowed to run virtual showrooms and … [Read more...]
Retail
Beaulieu opens garage for classic repairs
The workshop at the National Motor Museum, Beaulieu is opening its doors to historic vehicles owned by enthusiasts as its engineers draw upon decades of experience to expertly maintain customers’ cherished cars. For nearly half a century, the workshop engineers have kept the National Motor Museum’s prestigious vehicle collection in tip-top … [Read more...]
Renault Trucks commission first UK evs
Renault Trucks will partner with two of the UK’s leading brands in announcing the sale of its first two 100% electric medium duty vehicles. Warburtons, the UK’s largest bakery brand, is introducing the first Renault Trucks D Z.E. 16t. Equipped with box body with rear side door and tail lift by PPS Commercials, this distribution model will join … [Read more...]
MB Citan tanks its opposition
The Mercedes-Benz Citan ranks as the most fuel-efficient van across all fuel types, according to analysis by Wales-based insurer Confused.com. Driving 831 miles on a full tank, the Citan diesel model can drive 123 miles further than the second place van, the Volkswagen Transporter with 708 miles. Costing £15,380 the Mercedes-Benz Citan also tops … [Read more...]
Automotive jobs disappearing is worrying, say suppliers
A calculated 100,000 automotive jobs will disappear across Europe over the next 12 months due to the COVID-19 outbreak, and nearly half will be in the supplier sector, according to parts cluster body CLEPA. Secretary general Sigrid de Vries (right) has pulled together the figures from manufacturers and industry observers and said the conclusions show how … [Read more...]
Spark of help for independents in ev sector
The Electric Vehicle Approved accreditation scheme reopened on monday. EVA recognises dealers’ expertise in the electric vehicle sector and promotes industry standards for the benefit of the consumer. The scheme encourages dealerships to further develop their ability in selling and servicing electric vehicles, as the country continues to move … [Read more...]
Order books open for new Peugeot SUVs
PEUGEOT has confirmed prices and specifications for the new 3008 SUV and new 5008 SUV as retailers open orders for the award-winning models. With a choice of efficient petrol and diesel powertrains – including a choice of advanced plug-in hybrids for the new 3008 SUV providing fuel consumption of up to 235mpg WLTP – the new SUVs will arrive in UK showrooms … [Read more...]
Electric MGB Roadster developed
The classic MGB Roadster has been reborn with a modern electric powertrain developed from Formula E racing cars. RBW EV Classic Cars have combined the familiar British Motor Heritage bodyshell with a powertrain created by Continental Engineering Services and Zytek Automotive. With six batteries under the bonnet and a rear mounted motor, the RBW EV Roadster … [Read more...]
Refreshed luxury Jaguars stalking new buyers
Comprehensively refreshed Jaguar XF Saloon and XF Sportbrake models feature enhanced exteriors, an all-new interior with luxurious new materials, and seamlessly integrated, connected and future-proof technologies. A next-generation, 2.0-litre four-cylinder Ingenium turbocharged diesel engine featuring Mild Hybrid Electric Vehicle (MHEV) technology and the … [Read more...]
Newslines 9 October
Hyundai will supply 180 Kona Electric 64kWh vehicles to Police Scotland. The agreement supports Police Scotland’s ambition to establish the first blue light, ultra-low emission vehicle fleet in the UK while making a significant contribution towards the Scottish Government's legally binding target to cut greenhouse gases to net-zero by 2045. Big holding … [Read more...]
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