Three of Jaguar’s legendary Group C cars, including the 1987 Championship-winning XJR-8, will be demonstrated during the XK70 Festival on 9-10 June. The event celebrates 70 years since the introduction of the ground-breaking XK120, will take place at Shelsley Walsh in Worcestershire, and the trio of sports-prototypes will join a packed programme of entertainment with a hoped for 700 XK models … [Read more...]
Newslines 2 February
The Confused.com London Motor Show will be hosting the world’s first Tesla-based producton Shooting Brake by QWest of Norfolk. Carbon fibre coachbuilding specialist QWest will touch down at the “automotive event of the year” from 17-20 May armed with its latest creation, which is based on the reputable Model S (90D) and to which it adds over 7cuft of luggage space but also makes it lighter … [Read more...]
Newslines 4 September
Fiat Chrysler Automobiles is the latest to offer up to £5,300 off a new model bought before the end of this month against a pre-2010 diesel or petrol model put in for scrapping. There are 13 models in the Fiat, Alfa Romeo and Jeep ranges which can be purchased under the deal. Volvo and London Taxi Company owner Geely of China is reportedly close to finalizing its acquisition of Lotus. A … [Read more...]
Cheapest EV cars to run announced by cap hpi
As interest in the electric vehicle sector continues to grow, the latest analysis from automotive data experts cap hpi looks at the total cost of ownership (TCO) to reveal the EV cars with the lowest motoring costs. The analysis looksed at used EVs for those motorists thinking of making a switch to an alternative fuel type from petrol or diesel. Once all the servicing, fuel and other motoring … [Read more...]
What of our classics in 2040?
So, the car as we know it is going to be dead inside a generation by 2040. Somehow I think not. The continuing story of the automobile since the 1880s has been driven by evolution and I cannot see this changing despite the Stelvio statements of Governments which are full of twists and turns, look good in the media but are fraught with the dangers of going off road and plunging into … [Read more...]
Cardiff bank staff treated to Tesla experience
Cardiff staff of Black Horse Finance were given a glimpse of the future when Tesla turned up with two cars at their office. The Lloyds Bank motor division provides finance for customers of the ground-breaking all-electric sports cars and the success of Tesla means they will shortly be adding another charging station to the 16 already in Wales. Potential owners can find out about dedicated … [Read more...]
Newslines 22 April
Primary schools in Wales now have the opportunity to receive free support from a leading walking and cycling charity to get more pupils on their bikes and scooters. Funded by Welsh Government and delivered by Sustrans Cymru, Active Journeys supports schools to get more children travelling actively, helping to increase their activity levels and improve their health and wellbeing. With the … [Read more...]
Tradelines 31 August
Ashley Andrew has been appointed Managing Director of Fiat Chrysler Automobiles UK, with immediate effect. Mr Andrew, 45, was most recently Head of Marketing, Skoda UK, overseeing product, communications, digital and media and was previously Head of Operations at SEAT UK, after positions with Rolls-Royce, BMW, MINI and Ford. Volkswagen is revealing a selection of special finance deals on its … [Read more...]
Aston Martin DBX electric supercar will be built in Wales
Wales has won the bid to build the futuristic Aston Martin DBX crossover. Executives from the company and Welsh Government leaders will hold a press conference in Cardiff this morning to formally announce the project and give more details as well as unveil the electric super car. About 750 jobs will be created when the revolutionary car is put into production in a new factory … [Read more...]
Newslines 13 January
Apple CarPlay has now been incorporated into the Volvo XC90 range. The Apple system means its services can be used through the car’s on-board information and entertainment system incorporating calls and messages. Older Volkswagen models affected by the diesel-gate scandal in the US may be bought back by the car maker, it told American television. It acknowledges 115,000 would be too … [Read more...]
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