Adrian Fielden-Gray, COO of national EV charging network Be.EV blames the UK Government for the slow sales of electric vehicles. "This is yet another example of the Government failing to provide enough incentives for EV drivers because the focus is always on car manufacturers but is never about what we can do to make EVs more appealing to consumers," he … [Read more...]
€458m fines for 15 car makers over scrappage cartel
The European Union has imposed fines totalling €458m on fifteen car manufacturers for participating in a cartel that affected the recycling of end-of-life vehicles. Volkswagen received the largest fine at €127.69m, followed by Stellantis including Opel at €99.5m, Renault-Nissan at €81.46m, and Ford at €41.46m. The EU also fined the European Automobiles … [Read more...]
Reprieve for PiVG welcomed by Ayvens with other changes
Matthew Dillon, Head of Commercial Vehicles at Ayvens, welcomed the Government’s extension of the Plug-in Van Grant to April 2026. “The Government’s confirmation of a one-year extension to the Plug-In Van Grant (PiVG) is a positive step, reinforcing the crucial role financial incentives play in helping commercial vehicle fleets transition to zero-emission … [Read more...]
Dieselgate hearings listed for October in High Court
The largest ever class action in the UK was under consideration in High Court this week involving 1.5 million vehicle owners. New analysis shows 9.8 million diesel cars (Euro Standards 3-6) still on the road in the UK as of June 2024, with real world testing showing average NOₓ emissions far in excess of regulatory limits. These models emit 70,300 tonnes of … [Read more...]
The best cars for learners are ranked
Everyone wants the best chance of success when it comes to passing their driving test and the car you learn to drive in can play a big part in boosting your confidence. Learner driver insurance specialist Tempcover has reviewed some of the top learner car recommendations and explored factors such as safety ratings, MPG (miles per gallon), vehicle size, … [Read more...]
MG leads the BEV charge in Wales
As the charging network grows, Wales is taking to pure electric vehicles. Enthusiastic and helpful dealers are driving the move from internal combustion engines to pure electric cars. Incentives such as free or cut-price home charging boxes are being taken up and local councils throughout Wales are installing or permitting companies to fit more on-street … [Read more...]
New models to be rolled out by Toyota this year
New and enhanced models, the roll-out of advanced technologies, a series of prestigious awards and multiple sporting successes characterised Toyota’s achievements in 2024 and the year ahead promises to maintain the momentum of headline-making activities, led by an unprecedented programme of significant new model introductions. The company has strengthened … [Read more...]
Slowing EV sales give dealers & makers a shock
Britain’s petrol, electric car and van markets have stalled with dealers reporting contracting business in the last quarter. The very slight increase in total registrations for the whole of 2024 came about with fleets being given big discounts by manufacturers very anxious to move the metal and push EV sales or face huge penalties from the UK … [Read more...]
Toyota top reliability data
The Toyota Yaris is the most reliable supermini you can buy, based on warranty claims data for the UK’s 20 best-selling models. Data from Warranty Solutions Group showed that the Yaris was far ahead of its peers, comparing its 3.6% claim rate to the second place Toyota Ago at 5.88%. The top three most common warranty claims for the Yaris were the wheel … [Read more...]
Registrations fall to avoid EV penalties
Deliveries of new cars fell by -1.9% in the UK during November with 153,610 joining the road, according to the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders. It is the second consecutive monthly decline, and the third decline in four months, as the market contracts amid the race to meet tough EV market share targets. Demand from private buyers, among whom … [Read more...]
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