Petrol and diesel rose by more than 2p a litre in November taking the average price of both fuels to their most expensive for three years, new RAC Fuel Watch data shows. A litre of unleaded went up from 118.43p to 120.78p (2.35p) and diesel from 120.96p to 123.18p (2.22p) as a result of oil spending the whole month above the $60 a barrel mark and the cost … [Read more...]
Brakes still going on used-car sales, reports SMMT
The UK’s used car market declined for a second consecutive quarter in Q3, according to the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders. But overall, 2017 remains level with 2,102,078 second hand cars changing hands from July to September, representing a fall of -2.1%. Year-to-date, the market remained at record levels after a bumper first quarter, with … [Read more...]
Buyers concerned about future car purchases
With the Government’s plans to ban sales of diesel and petrol cars by 2040, new research shows that UK drivers are already worried about how the restrictions will impact them financially. A fifth (21%) of over 18,500 drivers in an AA-Populus poll for AA Cars, are concerned their current petrol or diesel car will be worth less as a result of the … [Read more...]
Natural selection is a software question, says Chevin
When starting or growing a company fleet, vehicle selection is key – and there’s a lot to consider. From carrying capacity to build and engine type, fleet managers must select and procure the right vehicle for the job, and at an early stage it’s important to consider how these vehicles will be powered. Talking on the topic, Ashley Sowerby, Managing … [Read more...]
Sunday drive: Suzuki Ignis SZ5
Is it a City Car competing with the likes of the Fiat 500, Hyundai i10 or the new Ford Ka+ or is it a small SUV like the Fiat Panda 4x4 or the Fiat 500X or the Renault Captur, ponders David Miles. Actually the all-new, high-stance Suzuki Ignis is a bit of both as some versions are front wheel drive and another version offers Allgrip 4x4 traction. All … [Read more...]
Massive jump in AVF UK sales as diesels dip
Hybrids and electric cars saw a massive boost in registrations last month at the expense of diesel. Diesel sales dipped nearly 10%, petrol went up almost 6% but the real surprise was a 49% jump in alternatively powered models, the biggest since they entered the market several years ago, said the SMMT. A combination of concerns over emissions and … [Read more...]
Come clean on fuel revenue, Government told
The RAC is this morning renewing its call for the amount of money generated by fuel duty at each forecourt fill-up to be clearly shown on receipts. It's throwing its weight behind the Vehicle Fuel (Publication of Tax Information) Bill being introduced today by Peter Aldous MP. The changes outlined in the bill, which is promoted by … [Read more...]
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