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Drivers unprepared for winter driving

Millions of motorists are unprepared for winter driving – with nearly half admitting they have not conducted any maintenance checks on their vehicle, according to research. One in six revealed […]

Driving us crazy

Whether it’s down to bad habits setting in or too little experience on the road, 99% of UK motorists would like to send some drivers back to school to refine […]

Automotive businesses fear Brexit future

Three quarters of UK automotive businesses fear a ‘no-deal’ Brexit will threaten their future viability, according to a new member survey announced by the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders […]

£25m investment creates 1,750 automotive jobs

At the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders’ (SMMT) Annual Dinner the secretary of state for business, energy and industrial strategy, Greg Clark MP, announced further support for the research […]

Renault and NEOLINE partner

During the Assises de la Mer maritime conference, Groupe Renault announced the signing of a three-year partnership with Nantes start-up NEOLINE. This partnership aims to develop a more sustainable maritime […]

Wallbox and Changchun FAWSN unite

Wallbox Chargers has entered into a joint venture agreement with Changchun FAWSN of China. The arrangement sees the formation of a new company, Wallbox FAWSN Charging Systems Co Ltd, which […]

Axalta showcasing at EDPC

Axalta will showcase its electro mobility offering at the Electric Drives Production Conference (EDPC) which takes place in Schweinfurt, Germany, from 4 to 5 December 2018. Frank Saborowski, Axalta’s wire […]

GM downsizing plants and staff

According to the BBC, General Motors (GM) has plans to stop production at five factories in North America, resulting in the cut of more than 14,000 jobs. Additionally, GM has […]

Thatcham Research names new CEO

Thatcham Research has announced the appointment of Jonathan Hewett as its new chief Executive as of 7 January 2019. Jonathan brings a wealth of senior management, international and strategic leadership […]

Nottingham embraces CAZs differently

Clean Air Zones (CAZs) are not a one-size-fits-all solution to improving air quality, as agreed by Nottingham city council and DEFRA who believe the city does not require a charging […]

Aston Martin announces new partnership

Aston Martin Lagonda has announced a partnership with Yas Marina Circuit that will see the venue become the official ‘home’ of the British marque in the Middle East. The partnership […]

BVRLA and TFL join forces

The British Vehicle Rental and Leasing Association (BVRLA) co-hosted an event with Transport for London (TfL) to explore the impact of the Ultra-Low Emission Zone (ULEZ) on van users in […]