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Kia Motors (UK) Limited is conducting a voluntary recall of 5,020 Kia Niro hybrid and plug-in hybrid models due to possible overheating in an electrical relay. Vehicles will be inspected at dealerships and affected relays will be replaced at no cost to customers under this recall identified as part of the company’s on-going research and […]
This is the new Ferrari SF90 Stradale and we truly hope to get to see one in the metal soon. Just look at this thing! It is the first first series production PHEV (Plug-in Hybrid Electric Vehicle) model from the iconic Prancing Horse marque. It is the first time that a V8 powered car sits […]
We sadly report that British engine manufacturing has fallen significantly recently. April 2019 has seen a drop of -23.4% as UK car plant Brexit shutdowns affect demand. Production for home and international markets are down -41.1% and -12.8% respectively, as global demand is slowed by general economic conditions. It may not be well known, but […]
As more and more new energy vehicles are entering on the market, four vehicles of the batch were tested as other than petrol or diesel variants. Audi’s new 4×4 was assessed as full electric and can be compared to Tesla’s Model 3, due later this year, and Jaguar’s I-Pace and Nissan Leaf tested under the […]
The festival season is here which means a lot of us will be climbing over dusty boxes and making our way through the shed like it’s some kind of assault course to get to our camping gear. Now all you’ve got to do is pack for the weekend and plan your drive there and back. […]
Look – here on Car Articles we haven’t been great supporters of the Chelsea tractor or WAGs wheels of choice. That being said, the SUV in just about every guise is seemingly the most popular body shape just about going in the UK market. It should therefore come as no surprise that the new Land […]
Used car of the month: Audi SQ5 TDI (2012-17) Used bike of the month: Kawasaki ZX-10R (2011-15) Mycarcheck.com’s valuation experts reveal significant trends in the UK used vehicle market and choose a car and bike of the month. Valuation services team manager at mycarcheck.com, Jon Wheeler, said: “If you’re looking for a used family car that’s safe, comfortable and reliable, […]
Drivers need to be properly rested before setting off on long journeys, says breakdown and road safety organisation GEM Motoring Assist. The warning comes as families make plans for summer holidays that could involve road journeys of several hundred miles. Being tired when you’re driving raises the risk of a collision, because you’re less aware […]
In recognition of the individuality of the 500, Fiat is launching a new advertising campaign designed to shake off gender stereotypes, age, lifestyle and fashion labels traditionally imposed by society and reflect the true personality of their owners. The idea behind ‘Lose the Labels’ is to challenge conformity over individuality. Taking perceived wisdom of what […]
Out and out sports cars are of course great fun – but it’s the GT (Grand Tourer) where it’s at if you want to cover serious miles with pace and grace. In this case, it’s the new McLaren GT that is set to take on the Bentley Continental GT and the Aston Martin DB11. Watch […]