With the chaos that is politics I’m steering away in this end of year motoring review from such things although, of course, how the domestic car industry survives when we are out of the EU is very worrying for GB Plc., writes David Miles. If politics weren’t bad enough the car industry has for a long while been wrestling with new WLTP emission and more … [Read more...]
Newslines 25 October
The first electric Mazda MX-30 will go on sale in Britain in about 15 months. The five-door model will have a range between recharges of about 125 miles. A pure battery-powered Lexus will be unveiled next year, the company revealed at this week’s Tokyo Motor Show. It is part of a new product offensive which will also include petrol electric hybrids and … [Read more...]
Newslines 11 October
South Wales Police are cracking down on illegal off-road motor cycles. Special patrols working with other agencies are targeting known trouble spots but still want residents to help by passing on details of riders, machines, locations and garages where they may be kept together with any video or camcorder footage. More than 880,000 people over 60s in Wales … [Read more...]
Sunday drive: Peugeot 508 SW GT BlueHDi 180
The new Peugeot 508 SW five door five seater estates have recently come to market with prices starting from £26,845 but the wide range of engine choices and specification levels plus options can push the price up to almost £41,000, writes David Miles. The new estate compliments the award winning 508 Fastback, a five door, five seater hatchback … [Read more...]
Newslines 16 November
The sky’s the limit with the next Volkswagen T-Roc Cabriolet. The powered soft-top SUV will be shown at Frankfurt Motor Show next month and it follows the Beetle, Golf and Eos convertibles and will on sale early next year. The UK’s used car market declined by a moderate -2.8% in the second quarter of the year, according to Society of Motor … [Read more...]
Cost of electric charging is fuel for thought when buying
Laws banning petrol and diesel cars are beginning to be introduced around the globe and forcing car makers to turn their attention to hybrid and fully electric vehicles. Fully electric vehicles may well be the future of low-emission transportation but, for now, hybrid cars are proving an increasingly popular compromise. Dual-energy cars are continuing to … [Read more...]
EV planning is improving, say dealers
There’s increasing retailer satisfaction levels with manufacturers’ approach to the electric vehicle sector, said Sue Robinson, Director of the National Franchised Dealers Association. Commenting on the results of the latest Electric Vehicle Dealer Attitude Survey, Ms Robinson went on to say the main objective of the survey is to understand retailers’ … [Read more...]
Weekend roadtest: Peugeot 308 SW Tech Edition 130 auto
Anyone who doubts the future of estate cars should take a long look at the Peugeot 308 SW series and see what it offers for the family who want space without the bulk of an SUV, writes Robin Roberts. The 308 series of hatchbacks and estates has been a backbone of the range for decades with different prefixes but it’s as relevant today … [Read more...]
New Peugeot 208 deposits accepted
Customers can reserve the all-new Peugeot 208 GT Line with a £500 deposit. Reservations have also opened on the GT Line PureTech petrol, BlueHDi diesel and 100% electric e-208, which comes with a 50kWh battery and 100kW motor, capable of a zero-emissions range of up to 211 miles from a full charge. … [Read more...]
Tradelines 27 February
A new Peugeot 208 range will include a fully electric model. The cars will be shown at Geneva motor show next week. SEAT used a mobility show in its home capital of Barcelona to highlight its new electric quadricycle concept. Looking like the Renault Twizy, the larger SEAT Minimo uses a detachable replacement battery pack good for 62miles rather … [Read more...]
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