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The only eyesight test at present is when you take your test and have to read a number plate at 20 metres. GEM says a detailed test of a driver’s visual acuity and field of view should be required every 10 years. The call echoes GEM’s support for the new national ‘Driving Blind’ campaign, launched […]
The Volvo V60 has long been quite a good ‘Q’ car. It is understated but efficient, smooth and comfortable. Can the new estate car (saloon to follow) better the outgoing model by improving on weaker areas? Will it be premium enough to take sales from the likes of BMW or Audi? Watch the video from […]
Research published today by the AA charitable trust shows that driving is now seen as a bigger threat to teenagers’ safety than gun and knife crime. When asked ‘What do you think is the greatest risk to the safety of teenagers?’ 17% of people answered with driving compared to just 11% ten years ago. Whilst […]
With the UK weather currently hotter than the Bahamas, who needs to jet off to find some summer sun? Stay-cations are on the rise – according to figures from Visit Briton, there were 47 million domestic holidays in Britain last year, a five per cent increase on the year before. However, that might still mean […]
As the summer holidays commence and multiple road user groups take to setting off on planned travels, Continental is urging motorists to be prepared for trips either abroad or as part of the Staycation trend, stressing the importance of tyre safety for all motorists. As a corporate partner of TyreSafe, the UK road safety charity, […]
Sometimes in life, you just want a car to make a real statement. In that case, you couldn’t go far wrong with the Hyundai Kona Iron Man Edition. As Tony Stark said: “My armour’s manoeuvrable, fast, and lots of fun at parties,” Hyundai Motor unveiled a special edition Iron Man-inspired Kona SUV on the opening day […]
From shooting stars to illuminated wood, the Wraith Luminary Collection encapsulates the extraordinary talent of the Rolls-Royce Bespoke Collective. Just 55 motor cars exist, inspired by, and created for those who lead where others follow. Today, Rolls-Royce releases a short film exploring the finer details of the Collection. Rolls-Royce Motor Cars Bespoke Designer, Matthew Danton, […]
Road safety and breakdown organisation GEM Motoring Assist is calling for harsher penalties to reduce the problem of driving without insurance. This, says GEM, would have an immediate and significant impact in reducing road casualties, as well as demonstrating a commitment to protecting vulnerable road users. GEM road safety officer Neil Worth comments: “Uninsured driving […]
Mazda has announced UK pricing and specification for both the Saloon and Tourer versions of its flagship model. Featuring an upgraded cabin, revised styling and enhanced technology, plus the UK debut of Mazda’s cylinder deactivation SKYACTIV-G 2.5-litre petrol engine, the updated Mazda6 also sees the popular SKYACTIV-D 2.2-litre diesel engine benefit from a power upgrade […]
This weekend’s not-to-be-missed Silverstone Classic (20-22 July 2018) is all set to further enhance the massive three-day extravaganza’s unrivalled status as the world’s biggest classic motor racing festival. Featuring the full spectrum of glorious motor sport history from much-loved bygone eras, the colossal 21-race programme staged on the famous 3.7-mile Grand Prix circuit has once […]