Simon Wait

Ford tops sales tables

Ford was the UK market leader in total vehicle, car and commercial vehicle (CV) sales in June according to official sales figures from the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders […]

Councils not ‘smart’ focused

New research highlights a risk that many local governments are lacking the budget, leadership and capability to progress smart initiatives and connected technology in cities across the UK. The research […]

Car market experiences ‘steady’ growth

The UK new car market grew by a steady 3.2% in the first six months of the year, according to figures from the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT). […]

VW strengthens ties with LG

The Volkswagen Group and LG Electronics have signed a memorandum of understanding on joint research and development of a next-generation connected car service platform. Going forward, the two companies will […]

Aviva takes four BIAs

Aviva were the biggest winners of the night at Post’s British Insurance Awards (BIA) 2016. Aviva took the titles of brand management, claims initiative – insurer (jointly with Ageas), business […]

TES backs UK engineering

Leading figures from across the manufacturing industry have launched a new national strategy in calling for the UK to realise the economic potential of Through-life Engineering Services (TES). TES is […]

Fix backs Supercup challenge

The Fix Auto network’s presence on the national motor racing scene has moved up a gear – after Fix Auto Loughborough agreed to sponsor a Mazda MX5 in the BRSCC […]

REAL Rally date set for 2017

Following the success in raising over £30,000 in its inaugural rally, the REAL Rally is set to return on 15-17 June 2017. The REAL Rally 2016 (www.therealrally.co.uk), organised by REAL […]

Tough times for Tesla

Tesla is planning a major update of its Autopilot software following the first fatal crash in Autopilot mode – although none of the upcoming modifcations would have prevented the accident. […]

GEM backs UK age concern

Road safety and breakdown organisation GEM Motoring Assist has welcomed the recommendations presented to government by the Older Drivers Task Force, which is helping to prepare the industry for more […]

Thatcham gives safety ranking

New car sales figures released today reveal that the majority of the most popular cars in Britain now offer five-star crash protection, but standard fitment of Autonomous Emergency Braking (AEB) […]

FTA to monitor Brexit repercussions

The Freight Transport Association (FTA) has identified the top 10 crunch issues for British logistics following the result of last week’s referendum. It says it will monitor these issues over […]