ROAD SAFETY and breakdown organisation GEM Motoring Assist is encouraging drivers to ensure they and their cars are well prepared before embarking on long road journeys this Easter. Millions of vehicles are expected to pour onto the road network over the course of the four-day holiday, so planning journeys and making basic vehicle checks will really...
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Half of UK drivers feel stressed at the prospect of parking
New data suggests that half of Brits (49%) find parking stressful and take measures to avoid certain manoeuvres, where possible, according to Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles*. One in four UK drivers said parking with family members in the vehicle is more stressful, with reverse parking – the most common garage parking manoeuvre – topping the list...
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All-New Swift Hybrid – Suzuki’s Fourth Generation Compact Supermini
INTRODUCTIONSuzuki Motor Corporation showcased the all-new Swift Concept at the Japan Mobility show in Tokyo in October 2023 and introduce it in the UK and the Republic of Ireland in April 2024 as its fourth generation global compact supermini. The all-new Swift represents an automotive advancement aimed at uplifting the driver through succession, evolution and...
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Renault returns to the CV Show with the UK premiere of the New Master and its 100% electric LCV range
Renault is marking its 21st attendance at the annual Commercial Vehicle Show with the UK premiere of the New Master and its latest 100% electric LCV line-up. During the UK’s biggest dedicated commercial vehicle event, which takes place at the NEC, Birmingham from 23-24 April, Renault will have its entire 100% electric line up on display,...
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First look at Neue Klasse as SAV: The BMW Vision Neue Klasse X
A new BMW Group Vision Vehicle provides a first glimpse of the Neue Klasse as an SAV: The BMW Vision Neue Klasse X brings the aesthetics, technology, sustainability, and philosophy of the Neue Klasse to the Sports Activity Vehicles sector. The first fully-electric raised derivative on the new architecture will go into series production at...
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Hyundai IONIQ 6 Scoops Best Family Car 2024
The multiple award-winning Hyundai IONIQ 6 has been named Best Family Car at the UK Car of the Year Awards 2024. Now in its tenth year, the UK Car of the Year Awards aims to recognise the best new cars on the market for UK drivers and they are decided by a panel of 30...
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BMW Motorsport and LEGO® Launch New Racing Model Set
With a new season in motor sport just around the corner, the collaboration between BMW M Motorsport and toymaker LEGO® has produced a new Speed Champions set that is destined to capture the imagination. The new arrival will fuel excitement among younger motor sport fans from nine years of age, as well as laying on...
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Clio Named Small Car of the Year
The Renault Clio has been recognised as the best small car available at the UK Car of the Year Awards 2024. The accolade reaffirms the model as the benchmark in its sector, continuing the Clio’s multi-award-winning success since it was first introduced in 1990. Launched last year, the latest generation version impressed the judging panel...
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Signs of Retail Prices Stabilising
According to the latest data from Auto Trader, the used car market recorded a positive uptick in consumer demand, speed of sale, and transactions in February. Despite such favourable market conditions and robust underlying market health, average retail prices were down -8.3% year-on-year (YoY), marking the sixth consecutive month of decline. There are signs, however,...
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Chancellor Must Slash VAT on Charging to End Electric Vehicle Injustice
Electric vehicle drivers are being unfairly disadvantaged by outdated, higher rates of VAT on public electric car charging, according to campaign group FairCharge and industry backers who are urging the Chancellor to offer a fair charging boost to electric vehicle adoption in next week’s Budget. Electric vehicle drivers who can charge at home pay just...