No driver likes sitting in traffic, but it’s really important for everyone’s safety to stay calm and not let a frustrating situation get the better of you, according to road safety and breakdown organisation GEM Motoring Assist. GEM chief executive Neil Worth said: “As drivers we all have to share […]
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Order books open for limited-edition Volkswagen Polo GTI
Just 2,500 Polo GTI Edition 25 models will be available worldwide – including 350 heading to the UK. All the classic GTI hallmarks are included – red brake calipers and trim strips, a honeycomb design on the radiator grille and chrome-plated tailpipes – but the Polo GTI Edition 25 also […]
Nissan research shows summer holiday screentime could help turn gamers into racers
Nissan professional race drivers believe childhood hours spent on games consoles helped hone essential skills needed for their future careers Nissan Formula E Team uses advanced race simulators to train drivers, understand race data and enhance on-track performance Nissan created the GT Academy in 2008, inspiring events featured in the […]
HOT WEATHER DRIVING RULES WARNING FOR MOTORISTS
As the UK is reported to have a very hot summer is year, drivers are urged to take extra care on the roads. Richard Evans, head of technical services at webuyanycar comments: “With the sunnier months on the way, there are some unique rules for the road that drivers may not […]
HAY FEVER ALLERGY REPORTED AS CAUSE OF ACCIDENTS IN THE UK
More than 2 in 3 (68%) UK drivers said their hay fever has impacted their driving. And almost 1 in 5 (17%) said they were caught in an accident or near miss, research reveals. ● Drivers who suffer from hay fever see their allergy peak during the summer ● Almost 1 […]
Walsall Council cabinet to discuss the use of drones to deal with off-road vehicles
On 24 November 2022 the Economy and Environment Scrutiny and Overview Committee discussed off-road vehicles being a significant cause of anti-social behaviour in Walsall causing fear, alarm and distress to communities, noise nuisance and a risk of serious injury for pedestrians and the drivers themselves. As a consequence of the […]
The MG4 EV is crowned ‘UK Car of the Year 2023’
The MG4 EV has secured the prestigious ‘UK Car of the Year’ title, described by judges as ‘a landmark moment for EVs’, ‘the perfect car for our times’, and ‘the car several other manufacturers will wish they had built’ Following a final vote by the UK Car of the Year […]
Isuzu D-Max receives ‘Best Pick-Up’ title from Business Vans
Industry magazine Business Vans has awarded Isuzu D-Max ‘Best Pick-up’ for 2023. Pick-up judged by independent panel of industry professionals and motoring journalists. Business Vans is the fourth publication to grant Isuzu UK an award this year. 9th March 2023 – The Award-Winning Isuzu D-Max has reclaimed the esteemed ‘Best […]
Ohme wins Best Electric Charging Point Provider award
Leading smart-charging provider Ohme has been voted as the Best Electric Charging Point Provider by Business Motoring for the second year in a row. The award was in recognition of Ohme’s overall dynamic smart charging package including the new ePod untethered charger, introduced onto the market earlier this year. Ohme […]
Kia Niro is voted Supreme Winner of the Women’s World Car of the Year
63 women motoring journalists from 43 countries across five continents choose their BEST CAR OF THE WORLD 2023 The journalists judging the Women’s World Car of the Year have chosen the Kia Niro as the World’s Best Car for 2023. The announcement of the winner coincides with International Women’s Day, […]