Stellantis models in America have been hit with safety recall notices by the authorities to fix potentially faulty airbags which may not deploy in accidents. The recall affects over 330,000 models sold since 2017 and up to this year through Alfa Romeo, Fiat and Jeep dealers. Stellantis UK said there were no UK models affected by the recall. Drivers and … [Read more...]
Tradelines 3 July
FJ Chalke & Vale Motors Isuzu proudly announced its sponsorship of local resident and esteemed customer John Binding, member of The Alaskan Malamute Working Association, as he competes in the World Sleddog Dryland World Championship in November 2024. The Alaskan Malamute Working Association, host of the WSA Dryland World Championship 2024, anticipates … [Read more...]
British breakthrough in EV battery design
Nyobolt is taking its high-power density, fast-charging battery technology from the lab into the real world by revealing the first running Nyobolt EV prototype. Designed and engineered with CALLUM, the Nyobolt EV will be used to both validate the company’s battery performance in a high-performance environment, as well as allow car makers to witness an … [Read more...]
Go.Compare reports falling premiums
Go.Compare car insurance says car insurance costs are beginning to fall, with the average insurance premium now at £447. The comparison website’s latest price index has revealed that even though the average cost of car insurance fell by £18 in the last quarter - from £465 to £447 - prices are still up on 2023 figures, with the average policy costing £343 … [Read more...]
Hudson & Nova are top car names – for babies
Henry Ford famously named one of his models after son Edsel, but the bootie can be on the other foot, researchers have found working for Scrap Car Comparison. Naming a new baby is never an easy task - from wondering if they’ll suit their chosen name, to making sure that the first name works with their surname - parents are likely to have many questions and … [Read more...]
Tradelines 26 June
Van maker Stellantis is considering its options at Ellesmere Port and Luton, it has told an SMMT automotive conference. It's is very concerned about UK Government zero emissions plan and increasing tighter limits on percentages of evs made. Oil and gas companies, carmakers and textile manufacturers make up the biggest recipients of European green funds … [Read more...]
Vans are mobile adverts for businesses
Vansdirect has spotted that searches for ‘van modifications near me’ have increased by a staggering 150% in the last three months, highlighting the growing interest in personalising vans and improving the vehicle’s efficiencies. Fortunately, for those spending considerable time on the road, there are many modifications that can improve the safety, comfort, … [Read more...]
12v batteries are not up to charging demands
Twelve-volt battery technology needs to improve, says the Association of Fleet Professionals, as “bricking” issues continue to affect adoption of electric vans. Paul Hollick, APF chair, said that despite widespread publicity, many fleets were still being left in a position where their vans become unuseable and had to be trailored to a dealership to be … [Read more...]
Warranty work gets a boost with 1link Service Network
A new network of garages that are keen to undertake motor warranty work has been created by epyx. It consists of over 1,400 suppliers right across the country, giving warranty providers easy access to national coverage of workshops that want to fulfil claims. Marc Lees, director of business development at epyx, said, “One of the success stories at epyx in … [Read more...]
Premiums rise & much higher for older drivers
The cost of car insurance has risen by 18% year on year, according to new Premium Drivers research from Compare the Market but older drivers are being priced off the roads. The typical premium stood at £850 in May 2024 after rising by £132 over the previous 12 months. The increase in the cost of car insurance in the past year may in part be due to a rise … [Read more...]
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