Vauxhall has launched a new sporty GS trim level for its popular Vivaro and Vivaro Electric vans, offering both enhanced aesthetics and an upgraded interior.
Read moreUK drivers are putting themselves at risk of avoidable road collisions and hefty fines by not regularly checking the condition of their tyres and not knowing when a tyre becomes illegal and unsafe, research conducted by the RAC with charity TyreSafe has found.*
Read moreVauxhall has opened orders for the New Frontera, the first car in the UK market to offer list price parity between electric and petrol hybrid versions.
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Vauxhall has unveiled new Personal Contract Hire (PCH) offers, enabling customers to drive a new Vauxhall with no ownership commitment, helping to make driving electric more accessible.
(more…)Pothole-related breakdowns jumped by a fifth (17%) in the final three months of 2024 compared to the previous quarter, a sign of the ongoing poor condition of Britain’s roads, new breakdown data from the RAC’s Pothole Index shows*.
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The ADAC Opel Electric Rally Cup “powered by GSe” is gearing up for its fifth season, offering seven exciting events across five nations.
(more…)Vauxhall is making the switch to electric driving even more rewarding with the launch of its enhanced offer, Electric All In, replacing the existing Plug & Go offer. Designed to provide greater peace of mind and increased value for electric vehicle customers, the updated offer includes extended roadside assistance and even more charging benefits.
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Eight-in-10 (81%) drivers say they regularly see people ‘excessively speeding’ on all types of roads, new data from the RAC reveals.*
(more…)Stellantis has become one of the few OEMs (vehicle manufacturers) in the UK to comply with the UK’s Vehicle Emissions Trading Scheme (VETS) – more commonly known as the Zero Emission Vehicle (ZEV) mandate – for both cars and vans in 2024.
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Involved in the ABB FIA Formula E World Championship with DS Automobiles since 2015 and Maserati since 2022, Stellantis Motorsport is constantly seeking innovation in electric technology.
(more…)Custom 1977 Ford F-150 incorporates a powerful 3.5-litre turbocharged engine.
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Luca Pröglhöf and Christina Ettel made a strong appearance at the Jänner-Rallye in Austria with the Corsa Rally Electric mastered the winter conditions perfectly.
(more…)The government has launched a consultation on the phasing out of the sale of all new petrol and diesel cars from 2030.
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Fuel prices went up by under a penny in December making for the third rise in as many months but still remain close to late 2019 levels, new data from RAC Fuel Watch* shows.
(more…)Vauxhall is the leading electric car brand across retail and Motability channels combined, with an 8.2% market share, according to the 2024 new vehicle registration figures published today by the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT).
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Cold conditions can make driving hazardous, so bear these tips in mind.
(more…)Failing to ban the sale of new hybrid cars with no plug from 2030 would be “a catastrophic misstep”, ministers are being warned.
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Drivers are increasingly frustrated that the government-backed Private Parking Code of Practice has still not been implemented, five years after becoming law.
(more…)The RAC is urging drivers to be mindful of their car batteries during the Christmas holiday season, as the first working Monday of the new year (January 6th) is expected to be a peak day for breakdown calls.
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