In readiness for the UK’s expected electric vehicle boom, the RAC has developed a EV Boost system – the first lightweight mobile electric vehicle (EV) charger capable of giving stranded out-of-charge cars a power boost from one of its standard orange roadside rescue vans.
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Calls for drivers not wearing seatbelts to be given penalty points
Motorists who fail to wear a seatbelt should be given penalty points on their driving licenses, a new report has recommended.
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Vauxhall Puts Finishing Touches To All-New Corsa
Vauxhall’s all-new fifth generation Corsa is close to the end of development, primed to become the most efficient Corsa ever after undergoing extensive testing and tuning.
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Half of drivers think it should be illegal for insurers to overcharge loyal customers
A study by GoCompare found 61% of motorist feel insurers reserve the best prices for new customers at the expense of loyal policyholders.
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Vuaxhall Recall the Zafira B for a Third Time
Vauxhall is recalling 235,000 Zafira cars for a third time after a new source of fires was discovered.
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Drivers of “modified cars” more likely to have had a crash
Motorists who modify their cars are more likely to be involved in an accident, according to a study by MoneySupermarket.com.
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Vauxhall celebrates emissions milestone on path to electrification
Thirty years ago, on 21st April 1989, Vauxhall was first to cut emissions with three-way catalytic converter on every model in its range – from Nova and Astra, to Corsa and Cavalier, forging the way for new environmentally focussed innovations throughout the industry.
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PSA could axe left-hand-drive production in the UK
German business paper Handelsblatt reports PSA Group will decide in the coming weeks which European factories will build the new-generation Astra, due in 2021.
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Clarkson Gives Emotional Farewell to ‘The Grand Tour’
Jeremy Clarkson, Richard Hammond and James May of The Grand Tour concluded the 3rd season’s finale with an emotional send off, one that marks the end of the “audience, track, and tent” format for the show.
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Vauxhall announces extension of partnership with the Bennetts British Superbike Championship
After two successful seasons, Vauxhall has returned as the official light commercial vehicle partner (LCV) for the 2019 Bennetts British Superbike Championship (BSB).
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MPs are more likely to be caught speeding
MPs are the most likely be caught speeding or have a driving conviction compared to any other profession, new statistics show.
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Vauxhall’s all-new Corsa achieves 10% weight loss
Available to order this summer, Vauxhall’s all-new, fifth generation Corsa has achieved a significant weight loss, with the new model weighing in from just 980kg.
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Footage shows car being sent flying across M4 in 100mph road rage smash
Road rage will never lead to anything good, and yet people continue to vent their frustration behind the wheel, often putting themselves and other motorists in great danger.
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Police to use mobile phone detection warning signs
Westcotec have revealed a new detector system that aims to warn drivers against using mobile phones while driving.
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40% of drivers would pay more tax to fix pothole problem
Research by Green Flag has found that UK drivers feel so frustrated with potholes that two in five would be willing to pay more in tax or tolls for the luxury of driving on pothole-free roads.
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Vaping behind the wheel could lead to £2,500 fine
Motorists are being warned they could face a £2500 fine, 9 points or even lose their licence if caught vaping behind the wheel.
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Check in for a treat at Vauxhall this summer
With summer and warmer weather just around the corner, Vauxhall is encouraging customers to stay safe and book their Vauxhall in for a Check and Treat. From the 11th April, Vauxhall customers can choose from one of three free treats as a ‘thank you’ when they take their Vauxhall in for a check.
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RAC patrol vans transformed with unique All-Wheels-Up recovery capability
The RAC has developed and launched new industry-leading equipment that effectively brings flatbed recovery capability to its breakdown patrol vans, potentially saving hundreds of thousands of drivers time and stress every year.
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Speed cameras installed on ‘Evo Triangle’
Average speed cameras have now been installed along the 20-mile stretch of roads known as the Evo Triangle.
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EU committee rejects Commission push for Wi-Fi-based car standard
A key committee of EU lawmakers on Monday rejected a European Commission push for a Wi-Fi-based technology for cars, backing critics who support the alternative 5G standard.
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