The Motoring News for April 2008
April 2008
Some Top Tips for Driving Abroad
With the summer beckoning, it’s good to think about any preparations you need to make if you are planning to drive abroad. the full story
With the summer beckoning, it’s good to think about any preparations you need to make if you are planning to drive abroad. the full story
Published on: 26th Apr 2008
Fuel Supply Not Under Threat Say Petrol ...
‘Fuel availability for motorists outside Scotland will not be affected by the potential shutdown at the Grangemouth refinery. the full story
‘Fuel availability for motorists outside Scotland will not be affected by the potential shutdown at the Grangemouth refinery. the full story
Published on: 24th Apr 2008
Father's Day Smartwax
Here's a bit of smart thinking for Father's Day. Instead of a pair of socks or a tie, buy your dad something from the Smartwax® range. the full story
Here's a bit of smart thinking for Father's Day. Instead of a pair of socks or a tie, buy your dad something from the Smartwax® range. the full story
Published on: 22nd Apr 2008
Used Car Buyers Urged To Defy The ...
Reports of a global credit crunch might be causing some consumers to tighten their financial belts but, according to EurotaxGlass’s, now is the ideal time to buy a used car. The publisher of Glass’s Guide to Used Car Values reports that the change of registration plate in March has led to a significant influx of part-exchanged cars and put residual values under increased pressure. the full story
Reports of a global credit crunch might be causing some consumers to tighten their financial belts but, according to EurotaxGlass’s, now is the ideal time to buy a used car. The publisher of Glass’s Guide to Used Car Values reports that the change of registration plate in March has led to a significant influx of part-exchanged cars and put residual values under increased pressure. the full story
Published on: 22nd Apr 2008
If you are Caught using a Mobile Phone ...
News that a car insurance company has decided to penalise drivers with points on their licence from a hand-held mobile phone offence is an excellent development, according to road safety experts at the IAM (Institute of Advanced Motorists). It raises some interesting issues, too: does three points on your licence because you committed a hand-held mobile phone offence make you more dangerous as a risk than three points for a “routine” speeding offence?The answer, according to Allianz, is definitely yes. the full story
News that a car insurance company has decided to penalise drivers with points on their licence from a hand-held mobile phone offence is an excellent development, according to road safety experts at the IAM (Institute of Advanced Motorists). It raises some interesting issues, too: does three points on your licence because you committed a hand-held mobile phone offence make you more dangerous as a risk than three points for a “routine” speeding offence?The answer, according to Allianz, is definitely yes. the full story
Published on: 18th Apr 2008
British Motor Show
50 Years Of Supercar Icons At British ...
More details have been revealed about the Heritage Enclosure debuting at this summer’s British International Motor Show (ExCeL London, 23 July to 3 August) - sure to be one of the event’s showpiece attractions. For the price of a standard Motor Show entrance ticket, visitors will be able to roam freely around the Heritage Enclosure’s tented paddocks, housing more than 40 rare, exotic, classic and modern-day supercars. the full story
More details have been revealed about the Heritage Enclosure debuting at this summer’s British International Motor Show (ExCeL London, 23 July to 3 August) - sure to be one of the event’s showpiece attractions. For the price of a standard Motor Show entrance ticket, visitors will be able to roam freely around the Heritage Enclosure’s tented paddocks, housing more than 40 rare, exotic, classic and modern-day supercars. the full story
Published on: 17th Apr 2008
Oxford Based Business Man Invests ...
A Welsh business man from Oxford has invested £34,400 to purchase the number plate WEL 5H at a DVLA Personalised Registrations auction held at the Celtic Manor Resort in Newport, South Wales. The business man, who wishes to remain anonymous, says he made the purchase to celebrate Wales' Grand Slam rugby success and he intends to display the number proudly on his new Mercedes CL 500 car. the full story
A Welsh business man from Oxford has invested £34,400 to purchase the number plate WEL 5H at a DVLA Personalised Registrations auction held at the Celtic Manor Resort in Newport, South Wales. The business man, who wishes to remain anonymous, says he made the purchase to celebrate Wales' Grand Slam rugby success and he intends to display the number proudly on his new Mercedes CL 500 car. the full story
Published on: 17th Apr 2008
DVLA
Who Makes The Best Engine In The World?
BMW has a fight on its hands as it guns for a fourth consecutive International Engine of the Year title. the full story
BMW has a fight on its hands as it guns for a fourth consecutive International Engine of the Year title. the full story
Published on: 16th Apr 2008
Petrol Retailers Refute Pump Price Fears
'Forecourt retailers are not responsible for the current high price of fuel, which is the result of normal seasonal demand being exacerbated by financial speculators investing in the oil market, and the Government’s refusal to cut the UK’s high fuel taxes,’ according to Ray Holloway, Director of the RMI Petrol Retailers Association (PRA). Holloway explains: ‘Financial speculators are investing in oil markets, and pushing prices higher, then taking a profit and watching prices fall back before starting the whole process all over again. the full story
'Forecourt retailers are not responsible for the current high price of fuel, which is the result of normal seasonal demand being exacerbated by financial speculators investing in the oil market, and the Government’s refusal to cut the UK’s high fuel taxes,’ according to Ray Holloway, Director of the RMI Petrol Retailers Association (PRA). Holloway explains: ‘Financial speculators are investing in oil markets, and pushing prices higher, then taking a profit and watching prices fall back before starting the whole process all over again. the full story
Published on: 16th Apr 2008
Fast Spreading Virus Makes Our Roads An ...
ROAD safety champion GEM Motoring Assist (GEM) says it has identified a debilitating virus that is spreading rapidly through the motoring community. the full story
ROAD safety champion GEM Motoring Assist (GEM) says it has identified a debilitating virus that is spreading rapidly through the motoring community. the full story
Published on: 16th Apr 2008
End Of The Road For Vehicle ‘Clockers’
HPI’s National Mileage Register exceeds 125 million records Confirming its place as the most comprehensive mileage database available in the UK, HPI’s National Mileage Register (NMR) now contains over 125 million mileage readings - providing valuable intelligence for dealers to combat the very real threat of clocking. the full story
HPI’s National Mileage Register exceeds 125 million records Confirming its place as the most comprehensive mileage database available in the UK, HPI’s National Mileage Register (NMR) now contains over 125 million mileage readings - providing valuable intelligence for dealers to combat the very real threat of clocking. the full story
Published on: 16th Apr 2008
Groundbreaking Turbocharger Speed ...
Turbocharger Speed Sensors - already an important part used in today’s commercial vehicles - are now available for use in passenger cars. Turbocharger specialists, Turbo Dynamics (TD) have added the new speed sensors to their vast range of turbocharger and performance products to enable everyday drivers and commuters to get the most out of their car turbos. the full story
Turbocharger Speed Sensors - already an important part used in today’s commercial vehicles - are now available for use in passenger cars. Turbocharger specialists, Turbo Dynamics (TD) have added the new speed sensors to their vast range of turbocharger and performance products to enable everyday drivers and commuters to get the most out of their car turbos. the full story
Published on: 14th Apr 2008
2.5 million motorists suffer backache ...
Faulty suspension blamed for one-in-three cases of poor ride comfortOver 2. 5 million motorists have suffered from backache behind the wheel during the past 12 months, a Kwik-Fit report1 finds. the full story
Faulty suspension blamed for one-in-three cases of poor ride comfortOver 2. 5 million motorists have suffered from backache behind the wheel during the past 12 months, a Kwik-Fit report1 finds. the full story
Published on: 10th Apr 2008
Stay On The Superhighway To Beat Online ...
Fear of fraud is the greatest barrier to buying cars online according to a new survey by HPI, the top independent vehicle information provider, yet for Motorpoint - the UK’s leading car supermarket group - internet sales is the fastest growing area of its business. That looks like a major paradox. the full story
Fear of fraud is the greatest barrier to buying cars online according to a new survey by HPI, the top independent vehicle information provider, yet for Motorpoint - the UK’s leading car supermarket group - internet sales is the fastest growing area of its business. That looks like a major paradox. the full story
Published on: 9th Apr 2008
Industry Demand For Vehicle Damage ...
Vehicle Damage Assessors’ requirements for ATA (Automotive Technician Accreditation) competency were given a boost today (9th April) as Sarah Sillars, Chief Executive of the IMI (Institute of the Motor Industry), officially opened the country’s first dedicated training facility for vehicle damage assessors. Invited guests including Chief Claims Officer at Zurich Financial Services Ltd and new chairman of the Thatcham board, Bill Paton, saw the curtain raised on the exciting new venture, which will answer the ATA demand of more than 3,000 vehicle estimators from up and down the country. The academy, which covers over 370 square metres, features 2 large vehicle assessment bays and also benefits from 2 fully equipped classrooms to provide a modern learning facility for up to 12 delegates each day. the full story
Vehicle Damage Assessors’ requirements for ATA (Automotive Technician Accreditation) competency were given a boost today (9th April) as Sarah Sillars, Chief Executive of the IMI (Institute of the Motor Industry), officially opened the country’s first dedicated training facility for vehicle damage assessors. Invited guests including Chief Claims Officer at Zurich Financial Services Ltd and new chairman of the Thatcham board, Bill Paton, saw the curtain raised on the exciting new venture, which will answer the ATA demand of more than 3,000 vehicle estimators from up and down the country. The academy, which covers over 370 square metres, features 2 large vehicle assessment bays and also benefits from 2 fully equipped classrooms to provide a modern learning facility for up to 12 delegates each day. the full story
Published on: 9th Apr 2008
HUMMER H2
The HUMMER H2
New 6. 2-litre, 393 ps V8 engine and new six-speed automatic transmission New interior with comfortable, refined, premium appointments Standard rear heating, ventilation and air-conditioning system Standard electronic stability control and rollover mitigation technology Towing capacity increased to 8,200 pounds (3,727 kg). the full story
New 6. 2-litre, 393 ps V8 engine and new six-speed automatic transmission New interior with comfortable, refined, premium appointments Standard rear heating, ventilation and air-conditioning system Standard electronic stability control and rollover mitigation technology Towing capacity increased to 8,200 pounds (3,727 kg). the full story
Published on: 5th Apr 2008
Watch Out Below
Drivers tend to ignore all but the most basic of road signs. A red light will still (thankfully) get most drivers to stop, most of the time. the full story
Drivers tend to ignore all but the most basic of road signs. A red light will still (thankfully) get most drivers to stop, most of the time. the full story
Published on: 5th Apr 2008
Who Would Buy Your Crummy Car?
We all know that in order to sell our home we need to present it at its best for prospective buyers. the full story
We all know that in order to sell our home we need to present it at its best for prospective buyers. the full story
Published on: 3rd Apr 2008
The Ford Mondeo Tops Class Of 2007 Used ...
As last year’s new cars start to appear on used car forecourts, research by Carcraft has revealed that Mondeos are topping the class of 2007 for bargain hunting motorists. The Ford Mondeo 1. 8 LX has the highest depreciation rates with an average fall of 51 (£15,980 to £7,799) and it is closely followed by the Vectra 1. 8 VVT SRI with a 50 fall (£17,210 to £8,499). Carcraft also reports that this year could be a bumper one for used car buyers as economic pressures continue to squeeze new car sales, meaning that record numbers of nearly new cars are available at much reduced prices. Mike Walsh, sales director at Carcraft, commented: “Over recent months the volumes of three to six month old cars in stock have reached an all time high*, meaning that customers have more choice than ever before when it comes to finding quality used cars. “As our research shows there are some excellent deals available at Carcraft as the cars from the class of 2007 graduate to the used car market. the full story
As last year’s new cars start to appear on used car forecourts, research by Carcraft has revealed that Mondeos are topping the class of 2007 for bargain hunting motorists. The Ford Mondeo 1. 8 LX has the highest depreciation rates with an average fall of 51 (£15,980 to £7,799) and it is closely followed by the Vectra 1. 8 VVT SRI with a 50 fall (£17,210 to £8,499). Carcraft also reports that this year could be a bumper one for used car buyers as economic pressures continue to squeeze new car sales, meaning that record numbers of nearly new cars are available at much reduced prices. Mike Walsh, sales director at Carcraft, commented: “Over recent months the volumes of three to six month old cars in stock have reached an all time high*, meaning that customers have more choice than ever before when it comes to finding quality used cars. “As our research shows there are some excellent deals available at Carcraft as the cars from the class of 2007 graduate to the used car market. the full story
Published on: 3rd Apr 2008
What Happens When A Car Air Bag Goes ...
GEM Motoring Assist (GEM), that campaigns for the safety of all road users, is concerned that many drivers and front seat passengers have no idea what happens when an airbag is deployed as the result of a collision. “The airbag is a great safety feature and used in conjunction with a seat belt can often save serious injury,” says GEM Chief Executive David Williams, “But unless they have direct experience of these quick inflating devices drivers and passengers could panic and experience extra stress after being involved in a bump. ”David was made aware of the ignorance of most drivers and passengers by GEM member Matt Day who wrote to the organisation to describe his first experience of an airbag doing its job admirably when he and his wife were involved in a crash that was not his fault. “We were thankful for the extremely fast deployment of the airbags,” said Matt. the full story
GEM Motoring Assist (GEM), that campaigns for the safety of all road users, is concerned that many drivers and front seat passengers have no idea what happens when an airbag is deployed as the result of a collision. “The airbag is a great safety feature and used in conjunction with a seat belt can often save serious injury,” says GEM Chief Executive David Williams, “But unless they have direct experience of these quick inflating devices drivers and passengers could panic and experience extra stress after being involved in a bump. ”David was made aware of the ignorance of most drivers and passengers by GEM member Matt Day who wrote to the organisation to describe his first experience of an airbag doing its job admirably when he and his wife were involved in a crash that was not his fault. “We were thankful for the extremely fast deployment of the airbags,” said Matt. the full story
Published on: 2nd Apr 2008
1500 Albert Halls Of Holes Bringing ...
Urgent and decisive action is needed to bring a halt to the motoring misery caused by over-running road works, according to the RAC Foundation, as the 2008 ALARM survey reveals today (2nd April) for the first time the true number of trenches dug by utility companies. the full story
Urgent and decisive action is needed to bring a halt to the motoring misery caused by over-running road works, according to the RAC Foundation, as the 2008 ALARM survey reveals today (2nd April) for the first time the true number of trenches dug by utility companies. the full story
Published on: 2nd Apr 2008
