What classic (and other) vehicle owners need to know about seatbelt laws... Quotezone.co.uk tells us: Classic car owners are being told to brush up on their understanding of seatbelt laws in old vehicles, else risk a hefty fine and penalty points. Motoring experts at Quotezone.co.uk have clarified what the UK seatbelt laws means for classic car drivers, and researched the rules … [Read more...]
News & Views
Our take on what’s been happening in the world of motoring
We appreciate that these days there are vast quantities of motoring news items freely available to all, from huge numbers of global sources. It would be impossible to bring them all to you through these pages – so we are not even going to try!
Instead, we will include selected motoring-related stories which we feel will be of interest. Depending on the item, we hope that they will also inform, encourage, entertain and provoke further thought!
Each item will be dated, and as new stories arrive, older posts will be archived chronologically.
The Motor Ombudsman adds Centurion Warranties to its Vehicle Warranty Code Portfolio
Centurion Warranties joins The Motor Ombudsman's portfolio of businesses accredited to the Motor Industry Code of Practice for Vehicle Warranty Products... They tell us: The Motor Ombudsman adds Centurion Warranties to its growing portfolio of businesses accredited to the Motor Industry Code of Practice for Vehicle Warranty Products A total of 17 vehicle warranty providers … [Read more...]
Stand by for MoT changes – but first make your views heard!
New Consultation on proposals to make MoT tests fit for the future - by Dave Moss. The Department for Transport has launched a detailed two-part consultation seeking views on various options aimed at updating the MoT testing regime for cars, vans and motorcycles. Its declared intention is to ensure roadworthiness checks continue balancing costs to motorists against the need to ensure road safety, … [Read more...]
Mike Neill clocks up more than 21 years as Swift Group Graphics Store Controller
Caravan and motorhome graphics have changed beyond recognition over the last two decades, and Milke Neill, Graphics Store Controller for the Swift Group, has witnessed the changes at first hand... Mike Neill is one of two employees from CGI Creative Graphics (CGI) based permanently in the Swift Group production facility in Hull. CGI has worked in partnership with the Swift Group … [Read more...]
The Motor Ombudsman reveals the main areas of complaints to the organisation re. EVs in 2022
Customer service and purchasing issues at the top of the list of complaints in 2022 regarding electric vehicles (EVs) to The Motor Ombudsman... They tell us: Issues encountered at the point of purchase, and with the customer service provided by a business, drove the majority of consumer complaints logged with The Motor Ombudsman about electric vehicles (EVs) in 2022 Charging … [Read more...]
Britain’s EV charging infrastructure – are we nearly there yet? Ask Robin Roberts…
The electric avenue is not the fast way to Zero emissions, says Robin Roberts (and Miles Better News Agency). Britain’s electric charging network is shorting, slowing sales of the low emission vehicles and the Government’s drive to a greener future, as well as frustrating drivers. That’s my opinion after testing one of the best new electric cars, the Genesis GV60, over two long trips in a few … [Read more...]
Beaulieu adds ‘Picturepath’ to its facilities, to assist visitors with additional needs
Beaulieu teams up with Picturepath to further support visitors with additional needs. They tell us: Beaulieu is delighted to announce a brand-new partnership with Picturepath, a mobile application service, aimed at creating a more inclusive environment for everyone. Beaulieu has always been committed to providing the best possible access for every visitor and this new partnership is … [Read more...]
The Little Car Company introduces the Bugatti Baby II Configurator
Bespoke Bugatti brought to life: The Little Car Company launches cutting-edge Bugatti Baby II configurator. They tell us: The Little Car Company launches innovative Bugatti Baby II configurator Allows customers to design their own specification, personalised to their taste Cutting-edge augmented reality technology places the customers design at 100% scale, directly in front of … [Read more...]
GWM ORA Funky Cat EV – Coming very soon!
The debut of the GWM ORA Funky Cat all-electric car from China... ...By Robin Roberts (and Miles Better News Agency). The feathers are about to fly in Britain’s electric car market after the entry of a new Chinese brand this spring. The GWM ORA Funky Cat First Edition is being imported from £31,995 by a part of the IM Group, which is already well known through its Subaru and Isuzu distribution … [Read more...]
Suzuki top automotive brand in latest UK Customer Satisfaction Index
Suzuki rated top automotive brand – again – in the Institute of Customer Service UK Customer Satisfaction Index (UKCSI)... Institute of Customer Service’s barometer of satisfaction for January 2023 lists Suzuki once again as the top Automotive brand overall of 27 car manufacturers measured. Suzuki has now ranked 1st in Automotive UKCSI (published twice a year) six times since January … [Read more...]
The British Motor Museum teams up with Lotus Cars for an evening
British Motor Museum to host an exclusive evening with Lotus Cars... They tell us... The British Motor Museum is to host an exciting new evening event on Monday 27 February - ‘An Evening with Lotus Cars’. Visitors can join Russell Carr (Design Director) and Gavan Kershaw (Attributes Director) from Lotus Cars for an interactive discussion of the Lotus Emira. The evening will be hosted by Steve … [Read more...]
The Motor Ombudsman’s Knowledge Base has record views during 2022
A record number of views for The Motor Ombudsman's Knowledge Base in 2022... They tell us: The Motor Ombudsman’s online Knowledge Base saw over 640,000 article views across its 10 categories in 2022, the highest ever volume recorded on the information portal in a single year This latest milestone equates to a 75% rise in readership versus 2021 (around 367,500), and brings … [Read more...]
First MoT delay may affect road safety, says Tyresafe…
Extending MoT will increase the number of defective vehicles and tyres on Britain's roads, according to Tyresafe... They tell us: This week, the Department for Transport (DfT) and Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA) announced a consultation on the proposal to ‘change the date at which the first MOT for new light vehicles is required from 3 to 4 years.’. The proposal comes as … [Read more...]
Efuels Report Europe takes an in-depth look at the current state of play with carbon-neutral synthetic fuels
Given their chance, efuels (synthetic fuels) could help us and the planet!! Kim Henson writes: The German fuelling association ‘UNITI’ has very recently presented the second edition of the European magazine “Efuels Report Europe”, and I have just studied in depth its 28 pages… This comprehensive document sets out in detail, and in a balanced manner considering many aspects, the challenges … [Read more...]
Beaulieu’s Caravan For The Community
A Caravan For The Community – a Sprite 400 takes centre stage! They tell us: (Note: All photographs from Beaulieu). The National Motor Museum at Beaulieu has recently acquired one of the most popular caravans of the 20th Century – a Sprite 400 touring caravan. Built in 1971, the caravan will be used by the Museum’s Learning Team to enable families to step back in time both at the Museum and … [Read more...]
IAM RoadSmart Mature Driver Review – Well worth considering…
IAM RoadSmart Mature Driver Review – What’s it all about? Kim Henson writes: Statistically, older drivers are among the safest of those behind the wheel, helped by years of experience on the road, plus, generally, a more cautious, considered approach. However, if you are an older driver, it is a good idea to consider having your skill levels assessed by an independent expert reviewer. IAM … [Read more...]
Suzuki’s world premiere of their EV Concept Model eVX
World premiere of Suzuki's EV Concept Model eVX ... The world premiere of Suzuki’s EV concept model eVX has been made at the Maruti Suzuki Pavilion at Auto Expo 2023, which is held in the suburbs of Delhi, India from 11 January 2023 (public days from 13 to 18 January). The eVX is an all-electric concept, with the vehicle scheduled to be introduced to the market by 2025. It is said to … [Read more...]
Garage survey by The Motor Ombudsman shows that rising costs will be a major challenge to vehicle repairers in 2023
Increasing operational costs will be a major challenge to independent garages through 2023, according to a survey by The Motor Ombudsman... A survey by The Motor Ombudsman has shown that 90% of independent garages and franchise dealer workshops expect rising operational costs, taxes and energy bills to be the biggest operational challenge in 2023 Nearly two-thirds (63%) of … [Read more...]
Top of the league for car models scrapped in the UK in 2022
Ford Focus Revealed as the Most Scrapped Car Model in 2022, According to New Data Scrap Car Comparison has revealed that the Ford Focus was the most scrapped car model in 2022 The Vauxhall Corsa ranks as second most scrapped, with the larger Vauxhall Astra following in third position Ford takes the title of the most scrapped car manufacturer of 2022, followed by Vauxhall and … [Read more...]
New car sales in Britain in 2022 – good and bad aspects
New car registrations continued to improve in December and the market in Britain reached 1.61M, but still the lowest in three decades... Robin Roberts reports. The UK new car market recorded its fifth consecutive month of growth in December, with an 18.3% increase to reach 128,462 new registrations, according to the latest figures from the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders … [Read more...]
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