Author: Rhys Gregory

Slower driving speeds, increased levels of walking and cycling and minimal impact on journey times are among the key findings of a new report carried out in areas of Wales trialling the new default 20mph speed limit. The interim monitoring report uses data gathered from the Welsh Government’s eight first phase areas and has been published today (Friday, March 17) – exactly six months before default limit is applied across Wales. On September 17, the Welsh Government will introduce a default 20mph speed limit on restricted roads across Wales. Restricted roads include where streetlights are placed no more than 200…

Tesla have become the dominant EV brand, but they’re facing fresh competition Since the launch of the Tesla Model 3 in 2019 the American manufacturer have become one of the most popular brands not only in the UK but worldwide. Landing on these shores with much anticipation, it could be argued that it was the Model 3’s arrival that really kick-started the EV revolution in the UK. Available on hugely affordable Tesla lease deals, it didn’t take long for them to become one of the best-selling electric cars on the market. Tesla followed that up with the equally successful Model…

Six years after the first car rolled off the assembly line and over 2 million units later, Tesla have announced a significant update to Model 3 Rear-Wheel Drive and Long Range All-Wheel Drive. Model 3 played a pivotal role in accelerating the adoption of electric cars by offering an accessible, high-performance, and technologically advanced option that appealed to a broader audience. It helped shift perceptions about electric vehicles from being seen as niche products to becoming more mainstream. This update brings more refinement, comfort and premiumness – inside and out – while staying true to its sleek, uncluttered design aesthetic.…

There are many myths surrounding driving in the UK, and sometimes it can be difficult to know what is true and what is not. To help, the team at The AA has looked to dispel some of the most common myths about driving in the UK, from driving with your interior lights on, to driving in Uggs. It’s very possible that at some point as a child, your parents told you that turning the car’s inside lights on while driving was a crime. However, you are not alone. The AA has revealed that Google searches for ‘is it illegal to…

Choosing a car colour is a matter of style, taste, and personal preference. While some drivers claim they don’t pay too much attention to a vehicle’s colour, most would probably skip a car painted in pink, orange, or turquoise. Research conducted in the UK by car history reporting platform carVertical has revealed that car colour has a direct impact on the time in which a vehicle is sold. Most drivers are pretty conservative and prefer monochromatic colours, such as white, black, or grey. However, this doesn’t mean that vehicles painted in the most popular colours will be sold in a…

Nestled in the Bristol South Cadbury Hill Nature Reserve on six acres of beautiful landscaped gardens is Cadbury House Hotel and Spa, part of the Hilton group. Originally built in 1790, this four-star hotel is ideally situated in North Somerset just four miles from Bristol Airport where 28.4% of Welsh holiday makers choose to fly from. This makes it ideal for those travelling from South or West Wales, allowing you to take a short break before continuing on your journey. Cadbury House boasts a wide range of amenities including dance and spin studios, indoor pool, sauna, a spa with over…

Clocking the mileage of vehicles remains a common practice in the second-hand market. And even though buyers are getting more cautious about car-related scams, a new study by carVertical shows that the risk of buying a clocked vehicle is still very high. Odometer fraud doesn’t only mean high maintenance costs – it also significantly lowers a car’s value. With mileage fraud-related losses at an estimated €8.77 billion a year (according to a study by the European Parliamentary Research Service), it’s important to learn more about this costly issue. German cars are the most affected by mileage fraud Vehicle history company…

Autonomous farming, last mile delivery services and self-driving off-road vehicles will be put through their paces at a new large-scale robotic testbed at Aberystwyth University. The Aberystwyth Natural Terrain for Unconstrained Robotics – ANTUR or Welsh for ‘adventure’ – will cover 500 hectares with 11.5 kilometres of tracks. The site will span grassland, peat bog, rocks and mud. Vehicles will be able to travel to heights of up to 600 metres above sea level. Once constructed, the facility will be used to test the latest innovations in autonomous vehicles that have been developed by the University on land and in…

Putting your hazards on to thank a fellow driver, parking on the curb to leave more space for other drivers and warning other road users of upcoming speed traps are common courtesies that many drivers implement. However, a study by the car insurance team at Comparethemarket has found that common expressions of on-the-road politeness could leave drivers facing fines and penalty points. The research also reveals that many drivers are unaware that certain actions which are often perceived as good manners, are actually illegal. The driving courtesy that could land you a fine: Julie Daniels, motoring expert from Comparethemarket, shares…

Folly Farm, the award-winning adventure park and zoo has just launched its luxury holiday lodges for visitors – and this is what they’re like! Join us as we take an exclusive look around the accommodation… Opened in late 2022, Folly Farm has teamed up with park home and lodge manufacturer Prestige to design and create very impressive on-site accommodation. The new luxury lodges use the rustic “Foresters Lodge” design, which have been themed around the attraction’s remarkable vintage funfair. The new luxury lodges are the park’s first step in its grand plan to offer more exciting accommodation at its site…