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McLaren really is on a roll at the moment – few can argue that their cars look the part and perform just as well. That being said, the British marque has a large number of cars that are seemingly starting to occupy the same sort of space. That of either very fast sports cars or […]
# The Hyundai NEXO is the first hydrogen fuel-cell electric vehicle that Euro NCAP has tested, and it is positive to see it achieving a maximum five star rating. The fourth generation Mercedes-Benz A-Class, the Mazda 6 and Lexus ES all also achieve a maximum five stars. The Peugeot Rifter and its stablemates, the Citroën Berlingo and Opel Combo, achieve 4 stars. Michiel van Ratingen, Secretary General […]
Announced as part of Auto Express’s annual Used Car Awards, the first generation Insignia (2013-2017) was praised for its spaciousness, value for money and reliability. Judges also praised the range of economical engine options available on the used market, and how residual values remain consistently high thanks to the Insignia’s all-round appeal. The 2013-2017 model […]
In the dark, it’s not just drivers and riders who need to be a bit more careful, vulnerable road users such as pedestrians need to be aware of the dangers too. IAM RoadSmart’s Head of Driving and Riding Standards, Richard Gladman, has put together some tips to keep road users safe. If you’re a pedestrian […]
The time has come to debate whether the UK should put an end to the current daylight savings system and do what’s best for the country, according to national accident prevention charity RoSPA. As the House of Lords prepares to discuss the European Commission’s proposal to end seasonal clock changes – essentially meaning the UK could […]
The Mercedes-Benz A-Class has won the ‘Game-changer’ award at the carwow Car of The Year Awards, in a ceremony in London. The A-Class was praised for its innovative technology, interior comfort and low running costs. Mat Watson of carwow, said: “No car is more worthy of the carwow Game-changer Award than the new Mercedes A-Class. […]
An influential group of MPs has wholeheartedly supported the BVRLA’s call for the Government to boost the electric vehicle market by providing more support in the form of preferential tax rates, plug-in vehicle incentives and improved charging infrastructure. The 66-page report, Electric Vehicles: Driving the transition, urges the Government to adopt a more ambitious target for […]
Road safety organisation GEM Motoring Assist welcomes the Department for Transport announcement that vehicle drivers and passengers will soon be encouraged to use the ‘Dutch reach’ when opening doors from the inside. Pioneered in the Netherlands, the Dutch reach is a method of opening a car door with the left hand (right hand for nearside […]
A survey conducted by the UK’s largest independent road safety charity, IAM RoadSmart, found that many drivers have a real lack of awareness of the rules of the road, putting themselves and others in danger. More than 50% admitted their road knowledge was so poor, they didn’t recognise the roundabout sign. More than two-thirds of […]
The Guild of Motoring Writers has released details of its prestigious Sir William Lyons Award for 2018 – an annual writing challenge which seeks to uncover the next generation of automotive journalists. Sponsored by Jaguar Cars, the award is open to anyone aged between 17 and 25 who is not already employed and working as […]