Fiat Chrysler Automobiles want to merge with Renault in a $35B deal which the French car maker is seriously considering. French and Italian Governments would have a say in the venture, which is likely to be based in the Netherlands for tax reasons, and which would bring synergies for both sides, reducing development costs and production, without major … [Read more...]
Newslines 14 May
Vauxhall is continuing its journey towards electrification with the new Grandland X all-wheel drive plug-in hybrid electric vehicle. The new Grandland X Hybrid4 is Vauxhall’s first-ever plug-in hybrid and features state-of-the-art plug-in hybrid technology using a 200hp, 1.6-litre turbocharged direct injection four-cylinder petrol engine and an electric … [Read more...]
EVs to consider
With the increasing popularity of electric vehicles, automotive data experts cap hpi has compiled a select list of vehicles worthy of driver consideration. Senior valuations editor Chris Plumb has identified five EVs that not only perform well but also represent excellent value for money, making them a hot prospect for motorists looking to buy and … [Read more...]
Tradelines 24 April
JLR is hoping strong SUV sales in America will offset a slowdown in the UK and China. The luxury British brand had to writedown $3.9Billion last year due to lower sales but the SUV sector is doing well in the US and the company has new models to launch there over the next 18 months, including the new Evoque (above) and upcoming Defender. Nissan profits … [Read more...]
Newslines 23 April
Lower prices, reassurances over battery life and more accessible charge points are among the things drivers claim would persuade them to switch to an electric car, it has emerged. But despite electric vehicles estimated to emit 50 per cent less greenhouse gas than diesel, just seven per cent of motorists have already made the switch and the study of 2,000 … [Read more...]
Newslines 15 April
The RAC says some 27M motorists will hit the roads of the UK this week, nearly half before Friday. Today is expected to be busiest with 4.7M journeys undertaken compared with anticipated 4.4M on Good Friday, according to INRIX analytics. Audi S6 and S7 models now come only as diesels with 48v electric motor assistance. The hybrid powertrain is a … [Read more...]
Tradelines 10 April
The SsangYong Rexton is available with a highly competitive 5.9% APR Representative PCP with a £2,500 SsangYong deposit contribution for just £349 over 36 months, plus deposit and optional final payment on the EX manual. SsangYong has announced new 0% APR finance offers over five years and with a 20% minimum deposit on its petrol and diesel Tivoli and … [Read more...]
Newslines 9 April
Jaguar Land Rover, BMW, MINI, Rolls-Royce and Vauxhall have started idling UK plants this week. The move announced weeks ago is intended to help them adjust to supply and certifications under the anticipated Brexit terms and Honda will introduce six non-production days as well this month. Automakers could be hit with billions of euros in fines for … [Read more...]
EV values are on a charge
Demand for small used electric vehicles is soaring with some models rising in value. Experts at automotive data company cap hpi say some owners could buy an electric car, run it for 12 months and make a profit on it when sold. A combination of factors including the rollout of clean air zones, cheaper running costs, increased charging points, … [Read more...]
Newslines 25 March
Hyundai has announced UK pricing for NEXO, the company’s 2nd generation hydrogen fuel cell electric vehicle which is available to order directly from Hyundai Motor UK. The £65,995 NEXO brings the very latest in hydrogen fuel cell and electric powertrain technology, with a range of up to 414 miles and it joins Kona Electric and IONIQ Electric as … [Read more...]
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