New research has revealed that almost a fifth of the UK’s motorists are knowingly driving cars in need of repair – because they cannot afford to have them fixed.
Consumer
Fiat 500 and Ford Ka+ offer 'mediocre safety performance'
In Euro NCAP’s latest crash tests, Fiat’s ageing 500 and Ford’s brand new Ka+ notched up just three out of five stars apiece.
Ford working on virtual pothole map
Costly car repairs could be prevented with the help of a crowd‑sourced virtual pothole map, which Ford is researching.
News, Saloon, Sports Car, Technology, Consumer
Jaguar and Shell launch world’s first in-car payment system
PSA Group considers buying Opel
Bentley wins 'Top Employer' award
Support for tougher sentences aimed at dangerous drivers
A recent survey of nearly 2,000 road users found nearly 80% agreed there should be a new offence of causing serious injury by careless driving.
Electric, Consumer, News, Hydrogen Fuel Cell Car, Hybrid
UK car market growth powered by alternative fuel
The UK new car market achieved a 12-year high in January with a 2.9% year-on-year uplift, the highest level since 2005.
Mercedes and Uber announce autonomous driving plans
Mercedes' parent company Daimler and Uber have signed a general agreement for the supply and operation of self-driving Mercedes vehicles on Uber's network.
Consumer, Hydrogen Fuel Cell Car, News
GM and Honda invest $85 million in new hydrogen fuel cell system
General Motors and Honda have announced the auto industry’s first manufacturing joint venture to mass produce a hydrogen fuel cell system.
British demand drives surge in UK engine production
UK engine manufacturing grew by 7.5% in 2016, to 2,545,608 units, according to figures published by the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT).
Consumer, News, Safety, Sports Car, Estate Car, Saloon
Ford Mustang scores just 2 stars in Euro NCAP crash test
The current Ford Mustang achieved a lowly two-star rating for overall safety in a series of recent crash tests carried out by Euro NCAP.
UK Gov proposes no MOT test for first 4 years
New proposals revealed by the Department for Transport would extend the period before a car’s first MOT test from 3 to 4 years.
White remains UK’s most popular new car colour
Tesla opens 1,000th Destination Charger in Europe
In less than a year since Tesla first launched its European Destination Charging programme, more than 1,000 outlets have been opened.
City Car, News, Technology, Quirky, Consumer
smart shoppers can now buy smart cars online
For the first time, UK customers can now choose to buy a new smart fortwo or forfour via the Internet.
Panasonic unveils Autonomous Cabin Concept
Electronics giant Panasonic has shown a glimpse of the not-too-distant future, revealing an Autonomous Cabin Concept at the 2017 Consumer Electronics Show in Las Vegas.
FairFuelUK campaigns for independent Pump-Watch
With fuel prices at their highest levels for 18 months, FairFuelUK is calling for an independent PumpWatch to explain sizeable price variations across the UK.
Hyundai to showcase Vision for Future Mobility at CES
The 2017 Consumer Electronics Show (CES) in Las Vegas will see an unveiling of Hyundai’s vision for future mobility.
Consumer, News, Motorbike, Young Drivers
Learner drivers to be allowed on UK motorways
Transport Minister Andrew Jones has announced new plans allowing learner drivers on motorways before passing their driving test.