A class victory won by the INEOS Grenadier in the gruelling 10 day long Alcan 5000 Rally in Western Canada/United States... They tell us... (All words and images from INEOS). INEOS Grenadier scooped class victory in 10-day endurance rally – the first rally win for the newly launched 4X4 Alcan 5000 Rally takes competitors 5,000 miles from Kirkland, Washington to Anchorage, Alaska 39 … [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.
Production of fifth generation MINI Cooper starts at Oxford
Head of MINI Stefanie Wurst joined Plant Oxford associates to celebrate the production launch; Charlie Cooper drives the first model off the production line. MINI tells us... (Image and words from MINI). Monday, 11th March saw the start of production for the new, fifth generation MINI Cooper at the home of MINI, Plant Oxford. Associates at MINI Plant Oxford were joined by Head of MINI, … [Read more...]
Project Yonder wins at the Motorhome and Campervan Design Awards 2024
A major accolade for Project Yonder results from their first entry into The Caravan and Motorhome Club's Motorhome and Campervan Design Awards... Project Yonder’s new Mercedes-Benz Sprinter-based Freedom 4X campervan won the ‘Van Conversions with a fixed roof over 6 metres’ category the first time it entered it in The Caravan and Motorhome Club’s Motorhome and Campervan Design Awards … [Read more...]
The Motor Ombudsman advises careful consideration of all aspects before placing a deposit for a car
Ahead of the new '24' number plate age identifier, The Motor Ombudsman advises would-be car buyers to pay attention to all the details and implications regarding paying a deposit on a vehicle new to them... They tell us: (All words and images from The motor Ombudsman). Ahead of the arrival of the new ‘24’ vehicle registration on 1st March, The Motor Ombudsman is outlining … [Read more...]
Suzuki celebrates 40 years of the Swift, in all its generations
Swift eras – Suzuki looks back on four decades of their well-respected Swift models. They tell us: (All words and images from Suzuki). In the lead up to the introduction of the all-new Swift Hybrid this Spring, Suzuki would like to reflect over the last 40 years of evolution of its highly popular and important global model and provide an insight into its development since 1983. This … [Read more...]
EU plans to restrict repairs on older vehicles…
Robin Roberts (WheelsWithinWales) writes... With the internal combustion engine to be consigned to history in the not-too-distant future, recent information has emerged regarding the European Union’s plan to restrict repairs on older vehicles, reports EuroWeekly. The proposal, originating from the European Commission and yet to be ratified, aims to phase out older, more polluting … [Read more...]
Lords Commission urges a revised EV strategy for the U.K.
The Government must do more to get people to adopt EVs, says a Lords Committee. Robin Roberts (WheelsWithinWales) reports... "If it fails to heed our recommendations the UK won’t reap the significant benefits of better air quality and will lag in the slow lane for tackling climate change,” said Baroness Kate Parminter, Chair of the inquiry. The inquiry was launched in August 2023 to identify … [Read more...]
A new show, ‘Rustival’ is coming to The British Motor Museum
The British Motor Museum is set to host a brand new show, 'Rustival'... They tell us: (Words and images from The British Motor Museum). The British Motor Museum will be hosting a brand-new family-friendly show for the 2024 season. Rustival, which will take place on Saturday, 9 March, is an all-new classic/young-timer car and vehicle show hosted by YouTubers Ian and Carly from HubNut, Matt … [Read more...]
EVs clock up a million units – but drivers still prefer petrol-powered cars. In other news, the MINI Clubman reaches the end of its road
Robin Roberts (WheelsWithinWales) reports that discounted business registrations meant Britain’s millionth battery electric car reached the road in January 2024, while the new car market grew 8.2% for the month, according to the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders. The first month of the year saw 142,876 new cars registered led by the Kia Sportage (above), which repeated its success of … [Read more...]
Ford Heritage Collection cars join displays at The British Motor Museum
Cars from the Ford Heritage Collection arrive at The British Motor Museum... They tell us: (Image and all words from The British Motor Museum). Part of the Ford of Britain Heritage Collection will be displayed at the British Motor Museum from Friday 2 February. The Museum is delighted to reveal that a new selection of seven vehicles from the Heritage Collection will join the existing Ford … [Read more...]
Best and worst cars to buy and own – depreciation-wise
When buying a new car, it’s always worth thinking about the potential resale value and how much it will depreciate over time. Robin Roberts (and WheelsWithinWales) reports… Some cars can prove to be very worthy investments, with their value increasing over time, while others may drop quickly in value as soon as they leave the forecourt. Elements such as age, condition, mileage and number of … [Read more...]
Suzuki is top automotive brand for UKSI for the eighth time
For the eighth time Suzuki has ranked as the top automotive brand in the bi-annual Institute of Customer Service's UK Customer Satisfaction Index (UKCSI)... Suzuki tells us: (All words from Suzuki). Institute of Customer Service’s barometer of satisfaction for January 2024 lists Suzuki once again as the top Automotive brand overall of 26 car manufacturers measured. Suzuki has now … [Read more...]
Advice about buying a good used (not abused) car
Advice about buying a good used (not abused) car Robin Roberts (WheelsWithinWales) reports… If you cannot afford to buy a new-plated car from 1st March there is a massive choice of used cars out there and whether for convenience, cost, or quality, Brits’ interest in used cars is showing no sign of waning. Nevertheless, buying a used car is still a significant financial commitment, … [Read more...]
Tyresafe welcomes government decision to keep MoT tests annual
Tyresafe supports the government's decision to retain the current MoT test intervals... (Kim adds... "This news about the current annual test being continued has also been welcomed by the RAC and many other organisations concerned about the potential safety implications of extending the time between MoT tests"). Tyresafe tells us: (All words and image from Tyresafe). Potential safety … [Read more...]
A new name in luxury 4 x 4 ‘off-grid’ camper van arrives
Project Yonder makes its debut at the Caravan, Camping and Motorhome Show, to launch its Mercedes Sprinter-based Freedom 4x4 campervan... Project Yonder tells us: (All words and images from Project Yonder). Project Yonder: luxury, gas-free, AWD campervans for go anywhere, off-grid adventures Project Yonder: founded three years ago by a young couple with a passion for luxury, off-grid … [Read more...]
OMODA joins The Motor Ombudsman’s growing New Car Code portfolio
Vehicle manufacturer OMODA gains accreditation to The Motor Ombudsman's New Car Code... The Motor Ombudsman tells us: (All words and image from The Motor Ombudsman). Vehicle manufacturer OMODA has gained accreditation to The Motor Ombudsman’s Motor Industry Code of Practice for New Cars, ahead of the OMODA 5 crossover SUV going on sale in March in the UK A total of 44 … [Read more...]
KGM Motors UK confirms new model line-up plus future product launches
In accordance with KGM Global's brand transformation, KGM Motors UK has changed its line-up... Note: For further information about KGM Global (formerly SsangYong Motor Company), please see 'More Information' at the end of this feature. They tell us: (All words and images from KGM Motors UK). KGM Motors UK announces line-up reshuffle including new nomenclature and revised … [Read more...]
Five years of The Motor Ombudsman’s Knowledge Base
The Motor Ombudsman's Knowledge Base, provided as a valuable motoring information resource for consumers, clocks up five years... They tell us: (All words and images from The Motor Ombudsman). The Motor Ombudsman’s online Knowledge Base launched in January 2019 to help consumers find answers to frequently-asked questions in relation to buying and owning a car More than … [Read more...]
Suzuki real-world reliability shines through in What Car? reader survey
Suzuki's Swift and Ignis provide excellent reliability for What Car? readers in 2023 (gaining top positions in the 'small car league table' and 'small SUV' categories, respectively... Suzuki tells us: (All words and images from Suzuki). As the renowned small car experts, Suzuki is celebrating some very good news from the results of the latest annual What Car? Reliability Survey in which … [Read more...]
New at Beaulieu for 2024: Lady Montagu tells the personal stories of two agents in the Special Operations Executive
Lady Montagu reveals the true life stories of two agents in the Special Operations Executive, who trained at Beaulieu and who ventured into occupied France to harass the German invasion forces. (Kim adds: Of course this is a motoring magazine website, and I often feature the National Motor Museum activities and displays on the site, but, as this story shows, Beaulieu is – and was – about far more … [Read more...]
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