The Government will give incentives to introduce automated cars on UK roads. Chancellor Philip Hammond yesterday said he will experience one of the so-called driverless cars today during a Midlands visit. The UK should be a leading country in the future of automotive technology and related science and it has projected 2021 as the date when self-driving cars will be introduced. It is … [Read more...]
Insurers set out criteria for covering ‘automated cars’
As the reality of automated vehicles on UK roads draws nearer, insurers are answering a question which continues to challenge the automotive industry; exactly what should a vehicle be capable of doing to deserve the title “Automated”? To meet the Automated and Electric Vehicle Bill’s definition of an automated vehicle, UK insurers are today setting out minimum criteria for a vehicle’s automated … [Read more...]
Newslines 7 October
The most remarkable results in the history of the Fleet World/ALD Automotive MPG Marathon were recorded at this year’s event, including the highest ever figure for a diesel car and a petrol-engined competitor nearly topping 100mpg, proved that green engine technology in all its forms is moving on in huge strides. The overall winner, with a record-breaking fuel economy figure of 122.0mpg after … [Read more...]
New mobility era is dawning
The role and way we use cars is changing forever. New mobility services represent the latest area of exploration and expansion for automotive companies as they seek to understand potential long-term threats to their core business. The Mobile World Congress will be held in Barcelona this week. Mobility services including ride-hailing and car-sharing fulfill some transportation needs for … [Read more...]