Whether you work in the motor trade industry; or not, you’ll probably be aware that automatic gearboxes have been around for quite some time. It may even come as a bit of a surprise if you haven’t driven a new car for a while, as so much has changed in such a short space of time, automation has spring up everywhere you look on a motor vehicle.
more info…Semiconductor shortages continue to hit the motor trade industry just when it needs all the help it can get. Global chip supplies have caused havoc in the vehicle supply chain, impacting on motor trade dealers, showrooms, and manufacturers.
more info…Innovations in technology are constantly evolving in the marketing world, with many companies constantly adopting the changes and enhancements to reach new and existing customers. One of the upsides of new advertising technology are the advancements in geographic and demographic targeting methods used to help business attract more consumers and increase sales.
more info…In October 2020, the Department of Transport (DfT) launched an open consultation on proposals intended to close a loophole in the often-criticised legislation regarding the use of hand-held mobile phones while driving on UK roads.
more info…The UK government has reinforced its commitment to the enhancement of automated vehicle technology by announcing ambitious plans that could see some autonomous features added to vehicles as early as Spring 2021.
more info…Autonomous vehicles look set to play a much more prominent role in the motor trade industry after Cruise LLC, a subsidiary of General Motors in which Honda also holds a stake, recently revealed an ambitious, electric, driverless shuttle / taxi prototype in San Francisco. more info…
A trial of electric vehicle induction pads which enable wireless charging points are to be trialled on roads, car parks and taxi ranks throughout London, the Midlands and Scotland. If the trial is seen as a success, electric new and used cars could be wirelessly charging on UK roads by spring 2020. more info…
In response to the Commons’ Transport Select Committee, Transport Secretary Grant Shapps has announced that the Department for Transport will launch an urgent review of the current legislation relating to the use of handheld mobile phones whilst driving. more info…
You might expect that the biggest issue facing the motor trade when it comes to introducing autonomous vehicles would be the limits of technology. However, a recent survey showed that it may be a lack of trust and enthusiasm on the part of drivers preventing the uptake of driverless technology. more info…
In the United Kingdom, you can legally use a handheld mobile phone behind the wheel of a vehicle only for calls to the emergency services, and only if it is unfeasible to stop or if the vehicle is safely parked. more info…
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