Blog Post
Volunteer race marshal dies in Brands Hatch crash
A volunteer marshall was killed after being hit by a car that went off the track during a race at Brands Hatch.
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Motoring
Drivers want motorway speed limit cut when it rains
The RAC poll of 2,100 motorists indicated that 72% would like the standard 70mph limit cut in wet conditions to boost safety and encourage better driving habits.
Club Stands
[CLUB STAND] Forge Action Day
SWVaux members can now purchase club passes and reduced-price track time for Forge Action Day.
Blog Post
Vauxhall bolsters Corsa-e and Crossland with new Griffin trim
Vauxhall has expanded its Griffin line-up – that offers high levels of standard specification, including comfort and safety
Corsa-e
Vauxhall Takes up the Formula Woman Challenge
Vauxhall is delighted to announce its support for Formula Women with its award-winning, all-electric Corsa-e.
Blog Post
Police warn keyless car theft is on the rise
CC) show there has been a 3.1 per cent increase in vehicle crime between May and June this year, the ‘bulk’ of which is down to keyless car theft.
Blog Post
Jeremy Clarkson confirms second series of his hit farming show
A second series of Clarkson’s Farm has been commissioned following the huge success of the first series.
Blog Post
Vauxhall Mokka earns four stars in latest safety ratings
The Vauxhall Mokka has fallen short of full marks in the latest Euro NCAP safety ratings. The latest round of testing, which looks at how cars perform in various collisions as well as what safety systems they offer, shows the Mokka did not excel in any area. The crossover was Read more…
Club Stands
Convoy Details: Summer Action Day
For those showing with us at Summer Action Day this Saturday (Sat 24 July 2021) we are meeting at Magor Services (M4, J23A) to convoy and all arrive together at Castle Coombe.
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Blog Post
First trailer for ‘The Grand Tour Presents: Lochdown’ released
Called ‘Lochdown’, the show will see former Top Gear presenters Jeremy Clarkson, James May and Richard Hammond travel to Scotland.
Motoring
Speeding was up in 2020 as ‘drivers took advantage of quieter roads’
The number of vehicles exceeding the speed limit increased last year as drivers took advantage of lower traffic levels.
Astra
Vauxhall reveals all-new Astra
Vauxhall has today revealed the all-new, eighth generation of the Astra.
Awards
Vivaro-e wins Zero Emission Van of the Year at Fleet News awards
Vauxhall’s all-electric Vivaro-e has been named ‘Zero Emission Van of the Year’ by Fleet News at its 2021 awards ceremony.
Blog Post
Stellantis Intensifies Electrification Pledging almost £26bn
The investment is targeting the production of electric cars with 300 to 500 miles of range, with fast charging capable of adding about 20 miles per minute.
Blog Post
Vauxhall to go all-electric by 2028
Vauxhall is opening the next chapter of its comprehensive electrification offensive: the British brand will focus entirely on full battery electric vehicles from 2028.
Blog Post
Vauxhall confirms the new Grandland will start at £25,500
The New Vauxhall Grandland is available to order now, with full specifications and pricing confirmed.
News
Ellesmere Port will support sustainable mobility through the production of an all-electric vehicle, starting in 2022
Stellantis announces today a £100 million investment in Vauxhall’s Ellesmere Port manufacturing plant to transform the site for a new era in electric vehicle manufacturing.
Blog Post
BRING YOUR CAR STORY TO LIFE THIS SUMMER WITH FACTS DISC
Sharing personalised trivia about your pride and joy is now a piece of cake thanks to Facts Disc founder and classic car enthusiast.
Awards
SMMT figures show Vauxhall is UK’s best-selling electric LCV manufacturer
Vauxhall is the UK’s best-selling electric Light Commercial Vehicle (e-LCV) manufacturer, according to the latest sales and registrations figures published today by the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT).
Blog Post
Ellesmere Port to build EV Van’s
According to the Financial Times, citing three people briefed on the plans, Stellantis will announce on Tuesday (6th July) that it will retain the Cheshire site once production of the current-generation Vauxhall Astra draws to a close in the coming months.