Car Market
Toyota Hybrids: A cleaner choice for urban air quality
Britain’s city centres are bearing the brunt of air pollution and the worst-hit areas might not meet clean targets for at least another 15 years, according to a new Government report that reveals latest progress in meeting European standards on nitrogen dioxide levels.
Motorway tailgating hotspots revealed
A new study has revealed the nation’s worst motorways for dangerous tailgating, with the M1 near Leeds revealed as the country’s tailgating hotspot.
Evita’s Cadillac going under the hammer
Silverstone Auctions is offering the opportunity to own a unique and very special car, with connections to one of the most famous women of the 20th Century, in its sale at Salon Privé on 4th September.
Vehicle tax changes
From 1 October 2014, the paper tax disc will no longer need to be displayed on a vehicle windscreen.
Customers still willing to pay for best used vehicles
Customers are still willing to pay for the best available used car stock in most parts of the market despite improved supply, says RAC Warranty.
Renault ZOE electric wall-box deal stays fully charged
Renault was the first manufacturer to offer a free domestic charging point with a new fully-electric car, and it looks like it could be the last.
Driving licence changes
From January 2015, DVLA will no longer issue the paper counterpart to the photocard driving licence.
Brits taking unnecessary risks when travelling abroad
A survey by Britain’s leading road safety organisation has shown that more than a quarter of those taking a car or motorbike into Europe on holiday will travel without having their transportation checked or serviced in any way.
UK power behind revolutionary new BMW i8 plug-in hybrid sports car
The first purpose-built, plug-in hybrid sports car from BMW will go on sale this weekend, powered by engines exclusively produced at BMW’s Hams Hall engine manufacturing facility, near Birmingham.
All-new Ford Mustang heads Silverstone Classic line-up
A cavalcade of more than 160 classic Ford Mustangs, led by the next-generation 2015 model, is set to thrill visitors to the world’s biggest classic motor racing festival, the Silverstone Classic, this month.
Motorists running their cars into the ground
Car owners are depreciating the value of their cars by failing to keep them in good condition a poll has revealed.
Driver demand for connected cars grows
The term Connected Car has been a buzzword within the automotive industry for several years, but the big question is - are consumers ready? New research suggests they are.
RAC calls on Government to crack down on non-UK vehicle tax evaders
The RAC is calling on the Government to urgently create a database of non-UK-registered cars as they enter and leave the UK, amidst concerns that millions of pounds of revenue are going uncollected due to untaxed foreign cars being driven on British roads on a long-term basis.
High spec Bentley at BCA Edinburgh
This high specification Bentley Continental GTC 6.0 W12 will be offered for sale at BCA Edinburgh on 17th July. Finished in Granite with Linen and Beluga hide leather interior, Piano Black veneer and a black hood, it was first registered in July 2010.
Car costs catch Brits out
While many households may consider a family car a ‘necessity’ of modern day life, new research from the Money Advice Service has shown that 56% of UK motorists say the running costs of their second hand car are higher than expected, and almost a quarter (23%) say that unexpected car bills have had a big impact on their household finances in the past year.