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Tesla blames Brexit for price hikes

Tesla is increasing the prices of its cars in the UK by five per cent, blaming the country’s vote to the leave the European Union for the spike. A company […]

‘Unintended consequences’ of EU ruling

The Association for British Insurers (ABI) has responded to EU regulations stipulating that all motorised vehicles must be insured. The EU directive would include everything from golf buggies, ride-on lawnmowers, […]

Government calls for road blocks for phones

The government is meeting with mobile phone manufacturers to discuss blocking software within cars. A recent report found the majority of the public would back such a move, with many […]

Uber returns to Spain

Uber’s expansion is continuing apace despite setbacks, with the announcement that it’s launched its first fleet of electric cars in Madrid. The ride hailing first launched in Spain in 2014 […]

Honda and Waymo in talks

Honda is in discussions to supply vehicles to Waymo, Google’s autonomous vehicle subsidiary. Waymo only became an independent company a week ago but the deal continues the trend of carmakers […]

CV production on the rise

UK commercial vehicle manufacturing rose 9.7% in November 2016, according to the latest figures released by the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders. Production for export continues to drive growth, […]

November output hits 17-year high

UK car manufacturing output in November reached its highest level since 1999, according to the SMMT. It’s reported that almost 170,000 vehicles rolled off production lines last month, while year-to-date […]

Drivers warned of seasonal storms

Motorists have been warned to prepare for torrential rain and gale force winds during their Christmas car journeys. The Met Office has predicted that Storm Barbara will bring winds of […]

Uber parks San Francisco trial

Uber has suspended its test of self-driving cars in San Francisco. The ride hailing firm offered passengers the opportunity book autonomous vehicles, but it didn’t have the correct permits and […]

Volvo hands drivers safety key

Volvo Cars has launched a new key designed to give owners peace of mind when entrusting their pride and joy to other users. Available on the new Volvo S90 saloon, […]

Bloodhound gets the 3M touch

Bloodhound SSC, the supersonic car expected to smash the land speed record, has returned to 3M’s state-of-the-art Atherstone facility for a final paint-job, which will be more than just cosmetic. […]

Automotive sector thriving

The European automotive industry continued to thrive in November, despite the continuing questions over the Brexit referendum and the future of the EU knocking consumer confidence. European car registrations in […]