Maintaining The Average Car Costs £707 A Year
The Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT) has revealed new research that shows the average annual car servicing and maintenance bill increased to more than £700 in 2016. The trade organisation says it is because of the increasing tech content of new cars, with features such as tyre pressure monitoring systems and telematics devices becoming more commonplace. (more…)
Vauxhall Is Now Officially Part Of The PSA Group
Moving a major automaker out from under one group’s umbrella to another doesn’t happen overnight, but five months is pretty darn quick. That’s all the time it’s taken to complete the transfer of Vauxhall from the General Motors to the PSA Group. (more…)
Staying Safe and Alert with the All-New Vauxhall Grandland X
The all-new Vauxhall Grandland X is setting standards for its safety systems, as the latest SUV from Vauxhall sees the launch of Driver Drowsiness Alert. The Grandland X will make its premiere at the Frankfurt International Motor Show (IAA) from 14-24 September, and be at dealerships shortly after. (more…)
Spyshots: 2018 Insignia GSi Estate Drops Disguise
At the unveiled of the Insignia GSi about a week ago, it did not say anything about giving the Sports Tourer the higher performance treatment. It looks like it’s about to happen as an undisguised prototype of the wagon has been spotted roaming the streets with the full production body. (more…)
Britain To Ban New Petrol And Diesel Cars In 2040
Sales of new petrol and diesel-powered cars and vans will be banned in Britain by 2040, environment minister Michael Gove is expected to announce today, as part of long-term measures to cut pollution and improve dangerously high levels of harmful pollutants in emissions hot-spots. (more…)
Diesel Scrappage Scheme Expected ‘Within Days’
Environment secretary Michael Gove is expected to announce an official government-led scrappage scheme for diesel cars in a bid to reduce air pollution by the beginning of next week.
Vauxhall Announces Official Car Partnersip With Admiral Young Driver
Vauxhall has signed a two-year agreement to provide a brand new fleet of 160 Corsas to Admiral Young Driver, the world’s most comprehensive driving education programme teaching youngsters from five to 17 years old at over 60 venues nationwide. (more…)
CANCELLED: PVS Rockingham
Kelsey Media are sorry to announce that they have taken the decision to cancel the Performance Vauxhall Show at Rockingham Motor Speedway on Sunday 15th October 2017.
After having some great interest and support from all involved and from event partners at Rockingham, but after careful consideration by the event team and management, Kelsey Media have decided to focus attention on the remaining events and making our 2018 events even bigger and better. All ticket holders shortly with details on your refund.
Apologies for the inconvenience, and we appreciate your understanding and continued support!
Vauxhall Reveals Range-Topping Insignia GSi With 252HP
Vauxhall has released first pics of the all-new Insignia GSi, which will deliver high levels of performance through all-wheel drive, a new chassis and Brembo brakes, and will be powered by a refined 2 litre turbo petrol engine. (more…)
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The cost of The Grand Tour’s first series
Details relating to Amazon’s spend for The Grand Tour’s first series have been released. Jeremy Clarkson, James May, Richard Hammond and Andy Wilman were given £35.8million to make the 13 episode series, according to the accounts from their company Chump Holdings Limited. (more…)
Study Finds Young People Can No Longer Afford To Learn How To Drive
According to a study, the number of people taking the driving test in the UK has dropped by 100,000 over the past decade. (more…)
Gran Turismo Sport Will Be Released On 18th October
Polyphony Digital President Kazunori Yamauchi has announced Gran Turismo Sport will be released in the UK on October 18th. (more…)
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Vauxhall Astra Is Most Durable Track Car For F1 Stars
With the British Grand Prix approaching this weekend, the Vauxhall Astra is F1 grid coach Rob Wilson’s somewhat unlikely choice as the ideal car for sustained track use.Based at Bruntingthorpe Proving Ground in South Leicestershire, Rob is instrumental in carving split seconds from the lap times of at least 12 drivers on the current grid, using a standard Astra road car. (more…)
Vauxhall Partner with Channel 4
Vauxhall Motors showcase the next installation of their ‘Pyjama Mamas’ campaign with a mini-series of comedy sketches inspired by modern day motherhood titled, Mamas Uncut. ‘Pyjama Mamas’ celebrates busy mums who bring attitude, confidence and swagger to support the newest member to Vauxhall’s SUV family, the Crossland X. (more…)
Formula One Hits London Streets Before British GP
Ahead of this weekend’s British GP, every F1 team took to the streets of London in a high-octane demo.
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Silverstone Owner Activates Break Clause To Ditch F1 After 2019
The future of the British Grand Prix is under threat following a decision from the owner of Silverstone to cease hosting the race after 2019. (more…)
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Here’s your teaser for season 2 of “The Grand Tour”
The Grand Tour is finally back. Ever since the last episode of season we’ve been waiting to see what else the trio have to offer with their Amazon Prime show. The first trailer for season two just dropped, and now we finally get a taste of what’s to come.
HSV Could Be Rebranded Walkinshaw From 2018
Holden Special Vehicles (HSV), the tuning arm of GM’s operations Down Under, is set for an overhaul and that includes an entirely new name to Walkinshaw. (more…)
