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Emissions experts call for reform of car taxation to be based on a combination of weight and mileage
Simpler car tax system proposed, based on vehicle weight and miles travelled Would apply the ‘polluter pays’ principle Switching to 150 kg lighter car or driving 1,000 fewer miles will save £100 a year Experts call current VED system ‘a mish-mash of incentives and penalties’ Cars should be taxed on a combination of weight and […]
Eatron Technologies and Syntiant introduce AI-powered BMS-on-a-chip solution
A new system-on-a-chip, the result of an ongoing collaboration between battery management experts Eatron Technologies and edge AI leader Syntiant, offers an unprecedented turnkey solution to the challenges of battery performance and safety for light mobility, industrial and consumer electronics applications. The integration-friendly AI-BMS-on-chip can unlock 10% additional capacity and enhance battery lifespan by up […]
MG4 announced as Parkers Car of the Year 2024
MG Motor UK is celebrating a triple win at the Parkers New Car Awards 2024, with the MG4 EV taking two category wins in this year’s awards, as well as the outright title of Car of the Year 2024.
First teaser of the Renault 5 E-Tech electric ahead of 2024 Geneva International Motor Show
Renault will be staging the world premiere of Renault 5 E-Tech electric on 26 February at the Geneva International Motor Show. Renault 5 E-Tech electric will launch with a 52kWh battery delivering up to 248 miles (WLTP) of driving range. On 1 December, a teaser campaign targeting the general public will reveal a few of […]
MAHLE sets the global standard for wireless charging
SAE International chooses the MAHLE positioning system as the global standard solution for the wireless charging of electric vehicles Key technology closes the crucial gap in standardization Cross-manufacturer solution enables a comprehensive and rapid market launch MAHLE CEO Arnd Franz: “A strong impetus for e-mobility.” Inductive – i.e. wireless – charging of electric vehicles is […]
Footman James reveals UK’s Classic Capital
Footman James announces the most popular location in Britain with the classic car and bike community Hundreds of enthusiasts have voted for their favourite automotive destination Finalists include Bicester Heritage, Coleshill Auto Breakfast Meet, Goodwood Motor Circuit, The Motorist, and Re:Fuel Footman James can officially announce that the UK’s Classic Capital is The Motorist, representing […]
Start rescue responds to increases in driver anxiety
Britain’s leading vehicle breakdown provider has witnessed an increase in the percentage of drivers displaying anxiety with the summer and early autumn months of 2022 seeing a peak in motorists needing further support.
Making the best better: Milltek Sport’s Porsche 911 (992) titanium Signature Series spearheads brands comprehensive Porsche portfolio
Milltek Sport, the leading premium performance exhaust manufacturer, is set to make the acclaimed Porsche 911 (992) even more dynamic with its new, handmade titanium Signature Series system.
Start Rescue placed in pole position in Which? breakdown survey
Nationwide roadside rescue and recovery provider Start Rescue has been named as the UK’s leading breakdown company in a new Which? Recommended Provider customer survey – reinforcing its position as a trusted partner to motorists across the UK.
Journalists invited to experience Cobalt Cube® with an exclusive demonstration at the Emergency Services Show
Journalists are invited to experience a personal demonstration of VNC Automotive’s Cobalt Cube at this year’s Emergency Services Show, which takes place on the 21st-22nd September at the NEC in Birmingham.