KIA will construct a new low-carbon-production electric vehicle manufacturing plant in Korea next year with first models rolling out two years later. The E-Forest manufacturing system is part of the Plan S sustainability scheme for purpose built electric vehicles to be given Kia, Hyundai and Genesis badges from the second half of this decade. Jersey Electricity has chosen to partner with Ohme, … [Read more...]
Mini has more amore than Maxi
Despite the fully fold down rear seats and ample boot space, the Austin Maxi has been placed bottom in a poll of British classic cars favoured by drivers for a first date between 1960 - 1990. On St Dwynwen's Day, the Welsh patron saint of lovers, the poll proved that passion is stronger than practicality. The survey by Great British Car Journey, found the original Mini has been declared the … [Read more...]
Successful return of Silverstone Classic
Despite an enforced 2020 lockdown sabbatical, the 2021 Silverstone Classic bounced back with renewed style and vigor, encouraging record crowds, capacity grids and quintessential British weather, which failed to dampen participant’s enthusiasm. Challenging racing conditions, umbrellas and mud underfoot were the order of the weekend on Silverstone’s track and expansive infield zones. Central … [Read more...]
Motoring myths probed and truth revealed by survey
There has long been a series of urban myths and unwritten rules that govern the way we drive. Are people in 4x4s really the king of the road? Do people get car envy? Do motorists really not respect younger drivers as much as their older peers? Bristol Street Motors decided to put these myths to the test and found drivers are more considerate and courteous depending on what type of car you drive … [Read more...]
The Classic gears up for summer spectacular
As the world’s biggest historic motor racing festival, The Classic is an incomparable celebration of motoring nostalgia featuring mind-boggling numbers of automotive legends from both road and track. For a long three-day weekend in high summer, Silverstone’s paddocks are packed with unrivalled multitudes of retro race cars all revving up to renew old rivalries. Meanwhile, the … [Read more...]
Cash in the garage as classics climb in value over gold
Classic cars have outperformed gold in terms of investment opportunity over the past decade. Using Hagerty’s average pricing for classic cars, Vanarama reviewed how much a classic car can appreciate in a mere decade. In 2020, the average second hand car lists for £15,000 according to the NFDA – so Vanarama have looked at 10 affordable classic cars under £15,000 and tracked their increase in … [Read more...]
Classic cars and their ev future
The Government stands to lose about £28B in fuel duties annually as EVs become the norm in a decade or so, says Hagerty Classic Car insurance, so it must find a way to compensate. At the last count, there were more than 20 toll roads in the UK, including 18 river crossings, but also the M6 toll road and congestion road pricing in Durham and London. UK motoring taxes raise almost £40 billion a … [Read more...]
Classics become contemporary as sales boom
Owning, restoring and driving a classic car is a common dream, but it requires significant investment at every stage – in both time and money. Such desirable, high-value vehicles are inevitably also a common target for professional thieves meeting demand for vintage cars and their parts in the UK and across Europe. Stolen vehicle recovery (SVR) expert, Tracker, is sharing tips to help first-time … [Read more...]
Newslines 24 April
The Welsh Government has effectively made it illegal to visit second homes in Wales under the latest lockdown legislation. It has moved beyond the UK Government and made it unlawful to remain away from your normal home without good reason, so owners and tenants cannot use casual accommodation. Renault is seeking €600M from the French Government to protect it during the production lockdown. It … [Read more...]
Newslines 13 May
Easter’s good weather was bad news for the motor trade. Used dealers told Cazana that garden and other leisure pursuits took precedence over car purchases. Cardigan and Crymych are among the cheapest UK places to refuel with diesel, and Cwmbran is in the top ten for petrol. Petrolprices.com surveyed Britain to find the best places to top-up after the RAC reported a 5p litre rise in pumps … [Read more...]