Porsche has been named the most unreliable marque according to Warrantywise. Joining it is a range of premium luxury passenger car makers; proving that despite a high price tag, even for a used car, luxury cars could also cost owners more in the long run. Analysing over 131,000 extended car warranty plans, the Reliability Index places Porsche as least … [Read more...]
Tradelines 7 Dec
Terry’s Auto Repairs, Wrexham, has been voted by customers as one of the best businesses in the UK Motor Ombundsman’s Star Awards. It was selected for organising same-day off-site vehicle collections and deliveries or customers. Building on its commitment to grow an all-electric vehicle range, Ford has invested a further £125 million in its Halewood Plant, … [Read more...]
Ford Fiesta is good second hand buy if you’re careful
After 47 years, Ford has announced it will stop manufacturing its iconic Fiesta model in June 2023 despite being Britain’s most-owned car and the most desirable for new drivers. That’s because the company is focused on its electric future and meeting the demand for its SUV models. The Fiesta is also a firm favourite among first-time drivers, thanks to its … [Read more...]
BEVs are weakest in used car market, say traders
Overall, the used car market is in a strong position heading towards the tail end of the year, said Paul Hill National Association of Motor Auctions spokesman. Whilst the lack of new car registrations in the past two and a half years has stemmed the supply of used cars for forecourts, values reaching record heights has balanced this out. "NAMA Members are … [Read more...]
Luke’s on a fast learning drive with Suzuki
Suzuki GB has celebrated the annual graduation of automobile, motorcycle and ATV apprentice technicians as well as customer service advisors and aftersales parts consultants from its Apprenticeship Programme. One of them was Luke Russell from J & J Motors, Bridgend, (above) with Suzuki GB’s Managing Director, Nobuo Suyama, and Director of Aftersales, … [Read more...]
Welsh drivers trying to save money
More than a third of young drivers putting off car repairs in attempt to save money. Drivers of older vehicles, as well as those living in cities, also much more likely to delay repairs. More than a third of drivers aged 17 to 24 (37%) are putting off necessary repairs to their vehicles in an attempt to cut their outgoings as the cost-of-living crisis … [Read more...]
Ford ‘fined’ for allegedly copying parts
Ford has lost a US court case and been ordered to pay multi-million dollar compensation for software it used and allegedly copied for “over the air updates”. A federal jury in Detroit ordered Ford to pay Versata Software Inc $104.6 million (£90 million) in damages for breaching a 2004 licensing contract and misappropriating trade secrets. Jurors … [Read more...]
Car owners DIY repairs growing
More and more car owners are by-passing garage workshops for vehicle repairs and are fixing it themselves in a response to the cost-of-living crisis, according to parts supplier experts Online Automotive. The aftermarket experts, who are celebrating a 17th year anniversary in the trade, are experiencing an unprecedented spike in demand from motorists, who … [Read more...]
Used parts cut costs and boost green targets
The head of one of Europe’s biggest insurers wants repaired and refurbished used parts replacing new equipment on electric vehicles as part of a wide ranging reform of ‘green’ working practices. Sustainable car insurance was the focus of the 10th Allianz Motor Day, an international event hosted by Allianz centred on electric mobility as a key lever for … [Read more...]
Myths of the misty months
With colder weather starting to creep in, and the clocks going back this month, many motorists may be starting to think about how they plan to adjust to the often conditions that accompany the Autumn and Winter months. Often, knowledge of cars and automotive processes are passed on from friends and family members, but how can you be sure of the accuracy of … [Read more...]
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