Almost half of UK parents plan to help purchase their child’s first car, new research claims. According to the study by online investment service Wealthify, 46.9% will contribute and the average they hope to spend amounts to £1,911.75 per child. Nearly a third of parents (29.3%) plan to contribute between …
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The ground-breaking Hyundai Ioniq 5 has been named UK Car of the Year 2022 by a panel of 29 motoring journalists. The futuristic EV finished ahead of the Skoda Enyaq, with BMW’s iX and the Porsche Taycan taking joint third place. “The Ioniq 5 feels like the future of motoring, …
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Nearly one-in-four drivers think most car headlights are too bright, suggests a new RAC study. And the problem of glare from headlights appears to be getting worse with 63% of drivers who get dazzled saying it’s happening more often than a year or two ago. Contrary to what might be …
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The game-changing Kia EV6 has been named Europe’s top car at a ceremony in Geneva, Switzerland. Already widely acclaimed, the electric vehicle beat seven other cars that had made it to the final round of the contest. The 61-member jury, made up of automotive journalists from 23 countries, voted as …
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Morgan has unveiled the Super 3 – the successor to the iconic Three Wheeler and the continuation of a 113-year legacy. The all-new model is built on an aluminum platform made out of three parts, and it is the first Morgan with a monocoque structure. The Super 3 ditches the …
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ZipCharge, the portable EV charging experts, is stepping up plans to mass produce its first product – a revolutionary portable EV charger that allows anyone to charge their electric vehicles anywhere they park. The appointment of global growth and investment specialists, Mouve and Co, is a major milestone towards ZipCharge’s …
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The iconic Spirit of Ecstasy figurine has been redesigned for the most aerodynamic Rolls-Royce ever. The streamlined mascot will grace the bonnet of the upcoming all-electric Spectre, 111 years on from when it was was first registered as the intellectual property of Rolls-Royce. The figurine has been remodelled with a …
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At the end of January the Highway Code hit the headlines after a major update came into force, affecting all road users and pedestrians. The new measures aim to protect cyclists, pedestrians and horse riders when using or in close proximity to UK roads. They also aim to make the …
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Grey is the UK’s favourite new car colour for fourth consecutive year, followed by black and white, to complete the monochrome set. According to new figures published by the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT), grey accounted for 24.8% (up 2.8%) of new car registrations in 2021 – a …
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Luxury car maker Bentley has announced that it will develop its first fully electric car in the UK, investing £2.5bn to upgrade its Crewe headquarters. The first Bentley EV is scheduled to roll off the production line in 2025 and will mark a significant moment in Bentley’s long history. It …
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