Category: Automotive

UK new light commercial vehicle market grows in April

04 May 2018 #LCVs #Registrations #SMMT News New light commercial vehicle registrations rise in April, up 3.9% as 23,501 vans join British roads. Demand grows across all segments bar pickups, down -13.5% to 3,332 units. Year-to-date market declines -2.3% as monthly demand continues to fluctuate in 2018. SEE LCV REGISTRATIONS BY BRAND DOWNLOAD PRESS RELEASE… Continue reading UK new light commercial vehicle market grows in April

April – EV registrations

04 May 2018 #Electric & Alternatively-Fuelled Vehicles Plug-In Car Grant: Since the launch of the Plug-In Car Grant in January 2011, there have been 144,026 eligible cars registered.Please note: this data includes only new car registrations and not commercial vehicles. For questions about these figures, or to enquire about more detailed data sets, e-mail data@smmt.co.uk.… Continue reading April – EV registrations

Hendy Automotive opens Mazda dealership in Tunbridge Wells

Hendy Automotive continues to expand in the south with the opening of a new Mazda dealership in Tunbridge Wells, Kent. Hendy already operates Mazda franchises in Eastleigh, Crawley, Eastbourne and Horsham and is an authorised repairer for the brand in Brighton and Winchester. The new dealership will open on May 1 at the group’s Mount… Continue reading Hendy Automotive opens Mazda dealership in Tunbridge Wells

Diesel scandal at VW: German investigators unimpressed by US lawsuit against Winterkorn

Martin Winterkorn The prosecutors in the US accuse the ex-chief of Volkswagen, Martin Winterkorn, conspiracy to deceive the authorities in the exhaust gas manipulation and violations of US environmental laws. (Photo: AP) The prosecutor in Braunschweig shows up in the diesel scandal of Volkswagen little impressed from the indictment of her colleagues in the US… Continue reading Diesel scandal at VW: German investigators unimpressed by US lawsuit against Winterkorn

Show show show (and more show!)

Well we're in full swing show season, with even more busy times ahead.

Everybody wants to see the new Griffith. Following the dash to Autosport, it was exhibited at the TVR Car Club's season opener at Burghley House, where despite the weather, all present had a great time.

As ever, the event was brilliantly supported by the TVR faithful, comprising owners and enthusiasts alike and the feedback we received was all both positive and supportive. Many commented once again that the new Griffith really has to be viewed 'up close and personal' in natural daylight, since photographs under the spotlights alone really do not convey the full picture when it comes to the styling drama and aesthetics, the quality of the car's construction, the attention to detail, and the overall fit and finish, which is light years ahead of the cars of yesteryear (which we still love!) To all who made TVR so welcome at this annual pilgrimage, we thank you.

After Burghley, the car was whisked to the the London Motor Show at the ExCeL, where it was invited to feature in the 'Built-In-Britain' display. Accompanied by a late model heritage Griffith 500 that was kindly provided by a local owner, (thank you Aaron!) the pair attracted a suitable degree of attention throughout the duration of the show – especially when the new Griffith was fired up from time to time, sounding truly epic within the confines of the hall.

Where can the car be seen next?
The following appearances are currently scheduled (but as ever, without sounding all 'e + oe' please check back before travelling as the car is in huge demand and some plans are subject to change accordingly)

June 7th / 8th – London City Concours
June 15th – 17th – Le Mans 24h – supporting the official Rebellion Racing entry and leading the drivers parade on Friday 15th.
July 20th – 22nd – Silverstone Classic Event (On Track)
August 4th / 5th – Supercar weekend with TVR Car Club at Beaulieu Motor Museum

Further appearances will be added as confirmed, so please keep checking back!

UK new car registrations up in April as market jumps after last year’s VED turbulence

UK new car registrations rise 10.4% in April, as market rebalances following VED disruption in 2017. Alternatively Fuelled Vehicles see notable increase in demand, up 49.3%, but diesel continues downward trend. Year-to-date market down -8.8%, as uncertainty continues to affect overall market. SEE CAR REGISTRATIONS BY BRAND DOWNLOAD THE PRESS RELEASE AND DATA The UK… Continue reading UK new car registrations up in April as market jumps after last year’s VED turbulence

Oxbotica: Data sharing as a solution

A test project should show if sharing the data in the car with insurance and authorities accelerates the development. The startup Oxbotica, a spin-off of Oxford University Great Britain, wants to carry out a test in which the data of the autonomous vehicles are forwarded to other places. Specifically, the vehicle data should both the… Continue reading Oxbotica: Data sharing as a solution

Volvo and Vattenfall come together for advanced EV charging infrastructure for homes

Europe-based energy company Vattenfall aims to become a leading electric vehicle (EV) charging infrastructure operator in collaboration with its partners. The initiative would be initially benefitted by the Swedish customers of Volvo plug-in hybrid cars.  Vattenfall and Volvo will offer all Volvo’s plug-in hybrid customers in Sweden the charging solution ‘InCharge Smart home’ directly through… Continue reading Volvo and Vattenfall come together for advanced EV charging infrastructure for homes

BMW Group Quarterly Report to 31 March 2018

Do you need help? Please contact our support team from 9 to 17 CET via support.pressclub@bmwgroup.com. PressClub Global · Article. Fri May 04 07:33:32 CEST 2018 Press Release Top BMW Group Quarterly Report to 31 March 2018 Attached please find the Quarterly Report to 31 March 2018 for download. The telephone conferences for journalists and… Continue reading BMW Group Quarterly Report to 31 March 2018