Most drivers prefer the state of roads across the Channel compared to the UK’s pothole-ridden ones, according to RAC Europe. Six-in-10 (62%) motorists say local roads in Europe are in better condition with fewer potholes than equivalent roads in the UK, with only a fifth (17%) thinking UK roads are in better shape than those on the continent. Concerningly, … [Read more...]
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EV range record is smashed
Webfleet, Bridgestone’s globally trusted fleet management solution, has broken the Guinness World Record for the longest journey by an electric car on a single charge – 569.64 miles. The new benchmark in electric vehicle performance was achieved by Webfleet-sponsored drivers Kevin Booker and Sam Clarke, supported by co-pilot Richard Parker of Webfleet, in a … [Read more...]
Weekend roadtest: Ineos Grenadier Trialmaster Edition
Despite the proliferation of modern 4x4 vehicles, there are many potential users who still prefer the 'traditional’ non-nonsense approach to off-road machines: enter the INEOS Grenadier, which is aimed at filling the gap. In describing the Grenadier, INEOS say, it’s “… a serious off-roader that no-one’s building any more. The rugged 4x4 that will get you … [Read more...]
400 mile trip to face a driving test
Learner drivers could travel a staggering 25 miles for a driving test by 2030, according to new data, as test centre locality and available test slots dwindle. That’s according to a new report by learner driver insurance broker Marmalade, which has revealed the scale of how far learners are travelling for a driving test. One learner from Surrey, Kayla Van … [Read more...]
Newslines 9 August
The North East is home to Great Britain’s safest roads, with just under 2% of all the country’s collisions in 2022, according to analysis of accident data. The study by Go.Compare Car Insurance said North East had just 6,122 accidents across the year, while Wales and Scotland complete the three safest British regions, both boasting just 4% of all total … [Read more...]
Osian eyes Scottish bid for victory
Having finished runner-up on his two previous appearances, Osian Pryce hopes that it will be third time lucky as he attempts to win this weekend’s Voyonic Grampian Forest Rally 9/10 August. The 31-year old Machynlleth-born driver heads to Aberdeenshire lying fifth in the 2024 Probite British Rally Championship standings – and with two scores already dropped … [Read more...]
Ogier surprise win on Secto Rally Finland
Sébastien Ogier claimed a surprise Secto Rally Finland victory on Sunday after his Toyota GAZOO Racing team-mate Kalle Rovanperä rolled out of the lead on the event’s penultimate stage. Rovanperä had led for almost every kilometre of this four-day gravel fixture and looked set to end Finland’s seven-year wait for a native winner, with a 45.8sec advantage … [Read more...]
Price & range remain barriers to EV choice
In today's car market, drivers have a lot of choice when it comes to engine types, each with its own pros and cons. But with fuel prices on the rise, electric and hybrid vehicles are becoming more popular than ever and a study by CarMats.co.uk shows over 1 in 6 (17%) of Brits will choose an electric car when they next upgrade because it’s cheaper to run. A … [Read more...]
Used car market booms & trouble for traders
According to the latest market analysis by Auto Trader based on the current trajectory, the used car market is expected to perform well in the latter half of the year with sales predicted to rise 5% year-on-year (YoY) to circa 7.6m transactions. However, due to unprecedented shifts in supply dynamics, retailers will need to adapt to a rapidly changing parc … [Read more...]
Tradelines 7 August
Fatigue is being added by FleetCheck to the employee fit-to-drive declaration included in the company’s daily vehicle walkaround safety app. The fleet software specialist says that there is increasing concern among employers about the dangers of tired drivers and a desire to include it in risk management policies. Responding to the news that the Labour … [Read more...]
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