There’s no doubt that there are some amazing new technologies in the pipeline for our cars. In this two-part post, we’ll be looking at a few examples and asking: do we actually want them? OK, we can hear you: Whaddya mean, do we want them? They’re new technologies, dude. Of course we want them!… read more
Last time, we looked at why the Volkswagen ID.3 is such a big deal for the company. In brief, the new hatchback is a test case for their bold plans to electrify their range. So after all the research, investment, promises and delays, does the ID.3 measure up? When it comes to design challenges, nothing… read more
The ID.3 is an important car for the Volkswagen Group. Actually, it’s really important. But why is one hatchback so vital for the automotive giant’s prospects? In the last weeks of August 2020, the first Volkswagen ID.3 s started pouring across mainland Europe. By early September, they had reached the UK. It’s been a long,… read more
Of course, you’re already the World’s Most Considerate Driver. You may not have a trophy to prove it, but it’s definitely the case. And OK, you might have the occasional slip, but that’s nothing compared to those other selfish drivers out there. So obviously, this article is for other people, to help them on the… read more
VAT on petrol and diesel currently stands at 20%. With the UK economy reeling, is it time to reduce that? We look at the arguments for and against. There’s no doubt that taxes on fuel add massively to the cost of motoring. For every litre of petrol or diesel we buy, we pay just under… read more
If you never suffer from car sickness, raise your eyes upwards and thank your lucky stars. Because for anyone prone to the condition, it can be a wretched experience. With symptoms including nausea (obviously), vomiting, bloatedness, headaches, dizziness, cold sweats and more, car sickness can turn every journey into a why-was-I-born ordeal. Virtually everyone will… read more
As MOT exemption comes to an end, UK garages are expecting a surge in demand. We advise booking sooner rather than later. Back in March, the Department for Transport announced a six-month exemption from MOT testing. The idea was to make it easier for key workers to get to their jobs during lockdown. Getting an… read more
Who doesn’t love bonkers car modifications? We certainly do. They’re original, often tongue-in-cheek and give a much-needed rude gesture to the style police. With that in mind, we’ve collected together some vehicles to show what’s achievable with too much spare time. From the relatively subtle to the weird, thanks to the owners for making us… read more
[Image removed] For motorists, as for everyone else, these are strange times. Now that lockdowns are easing, here’s our selection of recent motoring news stories that grabbed our attention. Covid-19 hits taxi drivers First and foremost, let’s not forget the reason behind the lockdown. Covid-19 has of course extracted a terrible human cost. One… read more
In Part One of this article, we looked at how the Covid-19 pandemic had impacted on the car industry. In our concluding part, we look at how the industry must adapt to survive. If you don’t have five minutes to read Part One, here’s the more-than-slightly depressing summary: Covid-19 has hammered the global car industry…. read more
