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EU pollutant emission testing
In light of the latest emission testing news, ACEA recognises the gravity of the situation and is taking this very seriously. However, we cannot comment…
Rolls-Royce motor cars unveils bespoke ‘Wraith – History of Rugby’
When the established rules become a constraint to creativity, it takes individuals of vision to carry the game forward. It was this spirit of individuality…
Born to be mild
This week’s tips from the IAM’s head of driving standards, Peter Rodger, are offering advice to motorcyclists about how to minimise the risk of an…
SMMT statement: emissions testing
“The UK automotive industry understands the concerns consumers may have following the actions of one manufacturer in regard to emissions testing and the subsequent decision…
Roadwork ban will save time and money for operators
The Freight Transport Association (FTA) says a new Government ban on long stretches of roadworks on motorways could reduce delays and cut costs for HGV…
BVRLA comment on VW emissions announcement
The BVRLA has responded to Volkswagen’s announcement that 11 million diesel engines worldwide have software discrepancies that could lead to a deviation between their ‘official’…
GEM offers safety tips to help blue light vehicles
Road safety and breakdown organisation GEM Motoring Assist today renews its support for the work done by our emergency services, with a reminder for motorists…
Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles delivers 285,000 light commercial vehicles up to the end of August
Up to the end of August 2015, Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles delivered 285,000 urban delivery vans, transport vehicles and pickups to customers globally. Sales of the…
All-new Astra in Vauxhall showrooms from October
The new Astra is now on sale, with first cars arriving in Vauxhall showrooms this October after its global debut at the Frankfurt Motor Show.…
Lombard to sponsor SMMT’s 2015 annual dinner
The Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT) is pleased to announce Lombard, the UK’s largest provider of asset finance for business, as sponsor of…
GEM supports smoking ban in cars carrying children
Road safety and breakdown cover specialist GEM Motoring Assist offers its full support for the forthcoming ban on smoking in cars carrying children. Smoking in…
IAM finds reductions in killed & seriously injured casualties in only a 1/3 of police force area
The Institute of Advanced Motorists (IAM) has obtained a breakdown of figures showing the numbers of people killed and seriously injured on roads in England…
The new BMW X1
BMW’s compact Sports Activity Vehicle, the X1, has been a huge success since its launch in 2009. More than 730,000 were sold globally of that…
Used car buyers set to benefit from the new Consumer Rights Act
On 1st October 2015, some of the biggest changes ever in consumer law will take place and, HPI, provider of the HPI Check®, is urging…
Fuel supply reassurance for LPG drivers
Drivers benefitting from cheaper and cleaner motoring by driving on autogas LPG can be safe in the knowledge that the long term supply of the…
Windsor Castle confirmed for 2016
In 2016, the Concours of Elegance returns to the spectacular venue which saw the event established, the largest and oldest inhabited castle in the world,…