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Introducing The New Audi RS3 Sportback Performance
The brand new 2023 Audi RS3 really is one amazing vehicle! It features the same 2.5l five-cylinder turbo-powered engine in previous models but incorporates brand-new technologies and a bolder style, which have had a great effect on the vehicle's performance. The...
Are Electric Cars Bad For The Environment – Myths Debunked
One huge debate that has sparked since electric vehicles were first produced, is whether or not they are actually beneficial for the environment. Many individuals would agree that they are beneficial due to the key fact that we are not using fossil fuels in any way,...
Car Industry Crash: Europe Falls Under Inflation
With evergrowing prices, interest rates, and inflation, vehicle demand is constantly fluctuating. As a result of this, the price of energy, logistics, and cost of raw materials are on the rise. Europe’s automotive industry is one of the heavily affected industries by...
New Manufacturer Logos and What They Mean
You may have noticed that over the past few years, cars are becoming more futuristic and the manufacturers are almost becoming unrecognizable. Shifts in technological advancements and the pressure of becoming more modernised have led many leading car manufacturers to...
Fatal Accidents While Working On Incorrectly Supported Vehicles
The Health and Safety Executive has just released their most recent bulletin which reflects information on potential fatal accidents whilst working on incorrectly supported vehicles. The information is incredibly important and should be considered in every job you do....
What Does PS Stand For In Cars?
Even if you are not an expert in automotive, "horsepower" is a term that every rookie is familiar with. You will find that a lot of vehicle enthusiasts' main concern is how much horsepower the vehicle possesses. Horsepower indicates the power that the engine of a car...
European Parliament Votes To Ban Combustion Engine Cars
On June 8th, 2022, the European Parliament voted in favor of banning the sales of the novel internal combustion engine cars in the European Union from the year 2035 and onwards. The European Parliament aims to discourage the use of vehicles that emit CO2, which is why...
2023 Polestar
The 2023 Polestar 2 has just been revealed and is set to amaze the motoring world! The Swedish manufacturer currently has a lot of potential for future growth amid the rapidly growing EV market. The UK’s push for EV only roads has left many drivers considering getting...
How has the Russia-Ukraine war impacted the automotive industry?
The Russia-Ukraine war has had a considerable effect on the world's political, environmental, and economic state and has left many people wondering when it is likely to end. At this moment in time, it’s hard to say how long the effects of the war will affect the...
Is It Illegal To Have No Front Number Plates?
You have to admit, cars look pretty cool without any front number plates on, especially if you own a sports car or supercar. Many drivers who own supercars like Ferrari’s tend to have no front number plate on their car leaving many drivers unsure of the legalities of...
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