Suzuki GB PLC has updated its Approved Used Car Programme which provides a more structured and clearer process in helping customers find their car of choice. Suzuki was voted the best Automotive brand in the Summer 2021 UK Customer Satisfaction Index which emphasises the strong relationships that the 150 strong dealer network has with its customers – both … [Read more...]
Newslines 6 December
Polestar has released a second teaser image of the forthcoming Polestar 3 pure electric performance SUV. It will launch in 2022 as the company’s first SUV and will be its first vehicle to be built in the US, in Charleston, South Carolina. Stellantis has collaborated on a pilot project to build near Milan a 1,000 metre road implanted with an … [Read more...]
Rallyday – such a great day!
Since inaugurated in 2001, Castle Combe-based Rallyday has established itself as the ‘Go to’ event for rally fans and it's bounced back last weekend. As a result, the organisers of Europe’s biggest one-day 2021 rally show were determined to show rally fans what they’d missed for the last two years. Undoubted star of the show was Hyundai Shell Mobis WRC … [Read more...]
Toyota Mirai hydrogen car passes safety tests
In the latest round of Euro NCAP testing, the Audi Q4 e-tron, Lynk and Co 01, NIO ES8, Subaru Outback and Toyota Mirai all achieved five-star safety ratings, with all but the Subaru Outback using alternative propulsion methods. The hydrogen powered Toyota Mirai performed very well in testing, scoring highly in the Adult (88%) and Child Occupant (85%) … [Read more...]
IM Group lifeline for Mitsubishi owners & dealers
Mitsubishi owners and dealers in the UK have been given a parts and warranty lifeline by Midlands-based International Motors. International Motors Ltd is in advanced discussions to take over the Mitsubishi Motors UK after-sales business in the autumn, pending the completion of a successful due diligence process which is currently well underway after … [Read more...]
Newslines 5 March
With staycations booming this year, an invaluable new publication is the Caravan and Motorhome Club Buyers Guide 2021, which is full of information about the latest and most innovative motorhomes and campervans new to market. An independent, expert and knowledgeable panel carried out full technical specification, design, use of space and usability reviews … [Read more...]
Newslines 15 January
Bus and train services through Wales have been reduced. The effects of Covid-19 on staffing and a decline in passenger numbers have combined to hit them while more users have also resorted to private transport to make journeys, and people have been urged to check service details before travelling. Ford UK prices have risen and now reflect increases … [Read more...]
Weekend roadtest: Subaru XV Premium Lineartronic petrol
If you have to ask, you don’t know - and that’s very much the personality of the Subaru XV Premium Petrol Lineartronic SUV. Subaru has never fielded a huge range or enjoyed head-turning sales, but its best sellers have and are still highly sought after and popular with fanatical owners. Few will not have seen the famous blue and gold Imprezas sweeping all … [Read more...]
Newslines 7 June
JLR and BMW will jointly develop their future electric motors and powertrains. The German company will design them and the UK business will build them for both companies after reports BMW will also supply new V8 engines to JLR models for certain markets. Fiat Chrysler has withdrawn a $35 billion merger offer for France's Renault, blaming a breakdown in … [Read more...]
Sunday drive: Subaru Outback 4WD Estate
The updated Subaru Outback continues to be a 4WD crossover estate, conservatively styled and still very much a niche model from a niche brand but with a loyal customer following,says David Miles. For the 2018 model year the range is limited to just two variants, the £29,995 SE and £33,010 SE Premium. Both use a non-turbo 2.5-litre, four-cylinder … [Read more...]
