2023 car scrappage stats released by a leading recycler show the UK’s most scrapped cars and what they are worth. The Ford Focus hatchback topped the table of most frequently-scrapped cars in the UK in 2023, according to an annual tally of vehicles meeting their end in the jaws of the crusher. Car recycling network CarTakeBack’s annual report reveals its […]
Read moreThe Korean firm will reveal its new PBV platform tech at January's Consumer Electronics Show in Las Vegas Kia is pushing forward with a new strategy that will see the company repositioned as a mobility provider, rather than a car maker, and its new PBV platform will be central to this transition. Until now PBV stood for Purpose Built Vehicle, […]
Read moreDavid Cameron takes swipe at Boris Johnson David Cameron is set for an afternoon of potentially embarrassing headlines, as he faces a double whammy of a grilling in the Lords and the first publication of his ministerial register of interests. Lord Cameron of Chipping Norton faces his first lengthy probe in front of the Lords’ European Affairs Committee at 3pm, […]
Read moreA pair of XL Bully-type dogs on the loose allegedly lunged at a woman's car, entered a school and circled a child's pram before trying to attack another dog. Police responded to an incident in Sheffield yesterday (December 13) after the canines were seen running around in the street and causing mayhem. Pictures were uploaded to social media in the […]
Read moreNorth Korea’s leader, Kim Jong-un, has reportedly acquired several luxurious cars in violation of UN sanctions, despite the country’s ongoing economic challenges. According to reports, Kim was seen driving four new foreign vehicles in the past month, including a £200,000 armoured Mercedes-Maybach S560 sedan, along with luxury Mercedes and Lexus SUVs, and Ford vans. It remains unclear how these vehicles […]
Read moreThe Speed feels a lot smoother and refined compared to the Scrambler. BHPian vinbex recently shared this with other enthusiasts. Got a chance to ride both the speed and the scrambler and must admit, its well put together. Looks amazing in person with top notch fit and finish. Really good exhaust note. Rode the speed and scrambler back to back […]
Read moreCars have been tested through the Australasian New Car Assessment Program since 1993 to determine the level of safety offered in a crash. The only model to have ever received a zero-star rating was the Mitsubishi Express van back in 2021. Add a couple of new vehicles to that list because the MG 5 and Mahindra Scorpio also failed ANCAP’s test. […]
Read moreFor those who drive sedately, this can be a good car. Anyone looking for sportiness will be disappointed. BHPian sapien recently shared this with other enthusiasts. After multiple attempts, was able to get a long test drive of the Honda Elevate – I’m no car expert but sharing observations from a layman’s perspective after a 15 km city + highway […]
Read moreThe commitment was made after days of heated and widespread wrangling at the COP28 conference in Dubai. It marked the first time there has been explicit mention in a COP agreement of reducing the use of coal, oil and gas – the main drivers of climate change. Joab Okanda, Christian Aid’s senior climate adviser, said: “It is clear that the […]
Read moreAre you dreaming of a white Christmas? If so, then this could be the news you’ve been waiting for. New maps from WXCharts show a snow white out on Christmas Day – with the whole of the UK set for at least some wintry showers, according to its latest analysis. Other maps from the weather channel show that it’s most […]
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