Category : Top Stories
Road Test: Range Rover Evoque
Martyn Collins finds out if Land Rover has managed to inject more Range Rover into its baby.
Transport Committee inquiry explores pavement parking ban
The Transport Committee has launched an inquiry to explore the problems of pavement parking in England and consider possible solutions – including a ban.
Bridgestone Europe closes TomTom Telematics acquisition
Bridgestone Europe is to power ahead with plans to become a “mobility solutions leader” after completing its acquisition of TomTom Telematics for €910m (£781m).
Speeding offences rise but postcode lottery remains
The number of drivers caught speeding in England and Wales rose 4% in 2017-18, with drivers still facing much higher chances of being caught under some … Read More »
Enterprise set to buy SHB Hire
Enterprise Rent-A-Car UK has signed an agreement to acquire commercial vehicle rental specialist, SHB Hire.
Pendragon appeal sees ‘common sense prevail’ on ex-fleet use vehicles
A court appeal that has overturned a previous Pendragon Motor Group conviction on a supposedly misleading used car advert could spell an end to “irrational prejudice … Read More »
Total cost of disposal is ‘missing piece in running costs equation’
Fleets and leasing companies are being urged to factor in total cost of disposal (TCD) as part of their total cost of ownership calculations to get … Read More »
Seat electric car offensive to bring VW Group platform for ‘affordable’ EVs
Seat is to take the lead on developing a new platform for small, affordable EVs for the Volkswagen Group as part of a new electric cars … Read More »
Mandatory car tech will save lives but education and confidence is key
Plans to mandate advanced safety systems, including autonomous emergency braking (AEB) and intelligent speed limiters, on all new cars from 2022 will bring significant improvements for … Read More »
FCA developing plug-in services for fleets
Fiat Chrysler Automobiles (FCA) is developing a suite of services to support its forthcoming plug-in hybrid and electric vehicles, while aiming to offer fleets total cost … Read More »
Road Test: Peugeot 508 GT 225
The majority of 508s will be diesel-powered but Martyn Collins finds out if the range-topping petrol is also worth a look.
First UK Drive: Hyundai Nexo
Spearheading Hyundai’s hydrogen plans, the Nexo aims to make hydrogen conventional, finds Jonathan Musk.
Ford to drive car and van efficiency with mild hybrid tech
Ford is to launch 48-volt mild hybrid Fiesta and Focus models next year as part of wider plans for range electrification that will take in vans … Read More »
Potholes repair bill hits £10bn
Eliminating the pothole backlog in England and Wales would cost £9.8bn and take a decade to complete despite increased local roads investment.
Road Test: Peugeot 508 SW
Martyn Collins wonders if Peugeot has placed style and desirability ahead of class-leading practicality?
Cardiff Council approves plans to ditch charging clean air zone
Cardiff Council is pushing ahead with plans to tackle emissions without the use of a charging clean air zone.
Councils get legal risk warning over ‘glacial’ progress on air pollution
Local authorities in England and Wales have received a written warning of the legal risk of inaction on air pollution after missing government deadlines to produce … Read More »
Keyless theft risks highlighted in new Thatcham ratings
More than half of the new cars launched so far this year have potential keyless entry/start vulnerabilities that could leave them vulnerable to relay attack.
Future Volvos to monitor and stop drunk or distracted drivers
Volvo is to use in-car cameras and autonomous driving features in future models to help detect drunk or distracted drivers and take action as necessary.
Toyota to build Suzuki-badged Corolla estate in UK
Toyota and Suzuki are to collaborate on technological development and production in a move to gear up for wider use of hybrid technologies.
LeasePlan mulls options for CarNext platform
LeasePlan has said it’s conducting a review of strategic alternatives for its CarNext.com business, which allows drivers to buy, lease or finance its ex-fleet cars.
Government review to open up low-carbon mobility options in UK
The Government has opened a review into urban mobility that will explore regulation around new transport modes – including electric scooters – and invest £90m in … Read More »
Kia Ceed crossover to bring rival to VW T-Roc
Kia is to add a new crossover variant to its Ceed line-up, bringing a rival to the Volkswagen T-Roc.
First Drive: Volvo V60 Cross Country D4
Martyn Collins finds the V60 Cross Country could be all the off-roader business drivers ever need.
TomTom Telematics sale to Bridgestone gets shareholder approval
Shareholders at TomTom have given the green light to the sale of the firm’s telematics business to Bridgestone Europe.
Ford confirms cutbacks in Germany and UK
Ford is pushing ahead with voluntary redundancy programmes in Germany and the UK as part of comprehensive restructuring plans.
Jaguar Land Rover to recall 44,000 cars over CO2
Jaguar Land Rover is recalling around 44,000 cars in the UK over issues with incorrectly stated CO2 emissions.
Government greenlights Birmingham clean air zone plans
Plans to deploy a charging clean air zone in Birmingham, including for cars, have secured approval and funding from the Government.
e-Niro building strong EV customer base for Kia
Kia’s e-Niro electric SUV is still proving popular with potential customers and helping to build the brand’s EV presence despite having sold out of this year’s … Read More »
Government indecision driving employees out of company cars
The Government has come under fire from the ICFM and BVRLA after yesterday’s Spring Statement failed to provide much-needed clarity on future company car tax (CCT) … Read More »
