Driving tests are set to undergo the biggest change in generations in a bid to help new drivers to be safer and more independent on the roads. The DVSA has announced that prospective drivers need to demonstrate “real life” driving skills if they want to pass their test, with changes coming into force from 4 December 2017. (more…)
Vauxhall Will Likely See Further Cuts
Vauxhall’s future has been uncertain since its sale from General Motors to the PSA Group earlier in the year, with job cuts already announced at Ellesmere Port and worries about whether the next Vauxhall Astra will even be built in the UK. (more…)
Drivers hit with a penalty charge fine every 2.5 seconds
Increasing automatic enforcement of traffic rules is partly to blame for 12 million British drivers receiving penalties each year, according to a new report.
Zafira Tourer Gets Next Generation Infotainment
With a versatile interior and space for up to seven passengers, Vauxhall’s Zafira Tourer MPV is now available with the new Navi 4.0 IntelliLink integrated infotainment system. (more…)
General Motors records £2.26bn loss due to Vauxhall-Opel sale
GM recorded a loss of £2.26bn in the third quarter of this year, due to costs related to the sale of the Vauxhall and Opel brands. (more…)
Winter Is Coming – Be Prepared With A Winter Check From Vauxhall
Vauxhall is helping its customers beat the winter blues when they book in their vehicle for a comprehensive 25-point health check. The seasonal Check and Treat programme looks after vehicle and driver alike, with customers able to choose between coffee and cake, cinema tickets or headphones for themselves as an added bonus. (more…)
Tougher prison sentences for killer drivers
The government has announced plans to introduce harsh new sentences for drivers who kill others by driving dangerously or under the influence of drugs and alcohol. (more…)
Vauxhall set to axe 400 jobs at Ellesmere Port plant
Vauxhall is planning to cut 400 jobs at its Ellesmere Port operation by the end of the year. (more…)
Crash repair rules should make it easier for car buyers
A new way of categorising crash-repaired vehicles will give secondhand buyers a clearer picture of the history of their car, says the Department for Transport. (more…)
Grandland X Gets The Tuning Treatment From Irmscher
It’s only been a few months since the Grandland X was unveiled and already, Irmscher has previewed its upgrade options for the crossover.
Insignia GSi Is 12 Seconds Faster Than Its Predecessor On The Nürburgring
The new Insignia GSi is up to 12 seconds faster on the Nürburgring Nordschleife than its predecessor. (more…)
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Astra production in doubt as Vauxhall’s owners back French plants
Further doubt has been cast over the future of Vauxhall’s Ellesmere Port factory after the company’s owners announced that several new models will be built at French manufacturing plants.
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The risks that led to the Circuit of Wales being turned down
Experts identified 26 key risks to the viability of the Circuit of Wales in due diligence work done for the Welsh Government, several in-depth reports on the proposals for the £433m racetrack in Ebbw Vale have now been published. (more…)
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The Grand Tour Season 2 Teased In New Images
The Grand Tour’s official Facebook page gave us our first look at Season 2 where Clarkson, Hammond, and May continue their travels in SUVs, supercars, and off-road vehicles. The new images show supercars like the Lamborghini Aventador, off-roaders like the Ariel Nomad, and even a Nissan Pathfinder in a seemingly tricky situation. (more…)
Vauxhall Expands Van Range
Vauxhall has expanded its popular Corsavan range with the addition of a new top-of-the-range Limited Edition NAV model. Available to order now, the new variant offers some of the latest technology and stylish exterior design features. (more…)