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The 2018 SEAT Leon Cupra R may have only just landed in the UK, but all 24 models have already been sold out! This sports performance model was limited to a run of only 799 worldwide and features a host of upgrades and premium finish. UK editions of the car have 310PS power, a six […]
Mycarcheck.com’s valuation experts reveal significant trends in the UK used vehicle market and choose a car and bike of the month. Vehicle valuation manager at mycarcheck.com, Jon Wheeler, said: “A treat for Christmas, the Clio RenaultSport 200 is a popular used hot hatch option, offering high-performance fun at a tempting price. Cosmetically, it is essentially a facelifted 197, but […]
Reacting to the announcement that the issue of cross-border traffic between Northern Ireland and the Irish Republic has been resolved, Road Haulage Association chief executive Richard Burnett said: “We hope that the successful outcome of these particular border issues can be reflected in negotiations over cross-border traffic between other EU member states. However, our big concern […]
Road safety and breakdown organisation GEM Motoring Assist is urging all road users to make themselves visible and bright on journeys in the coming weeks. Making an effort to see and be seen really could prove a life-saving decision, says GEM. GEM road safety officer Neil Worth says all road users need to take responsibility […]
Following further news coverage of CCTV footage capturing the theft of a car with apparent ease, vehicle security experts Thatcham Research are today offering guidance to worried drivers. The ‘transmitter relay’ attack seen in the footage exploits a vulnerability in a vehicle’s keyless entry system, with criminals amplifying or capturing the signal from a keyless or ‘smart’ […]
The UK’s biggest independent motoring charity IAM RoadSmart feels that speeding is still far from being socially unacceptable, as DfT figures released today show speeding offences are now at a six year high. More UK drivers are getting caught exceeding the speed limit than ever before and are risking lives and endangering themselves and others […]
This is a one-off McLaren 720S finished in stunning satin black with gold wheels. The car is set for display at the Dubai International Motor Show 2017 that kicks off today. In a nod to the McLaren F1, there’s a 24-carat gold engine heatshield and gold-coloured interior components. MSO (McLaren Special Operations) have surely offered […]
The new SEAT Arona was awarded the maximum Euro NCAP test five stars in November 2017 – along with seven other cars! Also awarded were the VW T-Roc, Skoda Karoq and Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross, with robust performance in all areas of assessment. The Vauxhall Crossland X, VW Polo and Citroen C3 Aircross also came up trumps. […]
Gordon Murray – the designer of the McLaren F1 road car – has come up with this rather tasty looking number. This car is set to be released under the new IGM brand. The car will feature an emphasis on performance and dynamics and is particularly designed to offer the best in driving pleasure. The […]
The Road Haulage Association has welcomed yesterday’s announcement by Transport Secretary Chris Grayling of a £345.3 million funding package to improve local roads and public transport across the country. Commenting, RHA chief executive Richard Burnett said: “As we know, traffic congestion costs the economy billions of pounds each year as a result of traffic delays […]