#BrownCarGuy – News, Views & Reviews!
The UK new car market rose 1.0% in the key ‘74’ plate change month of September, to 275,239 units, according to the latest figures from the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT). The sales figures were the best since 2020, but still -19.8% off pre-Covid September 2019.
Imagine this: you’re skulking through a dodgy back alley, and a shadowy figure in a hoodie whispers, “What do you need? A four? A six?” Desperately, you respond, “No, mate, I need an eight. Give me an 8 – and fast!”
In a move that’s left many Audi enthusiasts scratching their heads, the German automaker has made a significant shift in its vehicle naming strategy. The beloved Audi A4 is no more, replaced by the A5 in a decision that’s sparked plenty of debate among loyal fans. But what’s really going on here? And how does this fit into the broader context of Audi’s push towards electrification?Let’s break it down and see what this means for the future of Audi and its iconic models.
Hey everyone! If you’ve been keeping an eye on the electric vehicle (EV) market, you might have noticed something a bit off lately. While we’ve all been celebrating the growth of EVs, there’s a significant issue bubbling under the surface that could hit us all in the pocket: the Leasing Cost Crisis.
Is there a political divide growing over Tesla? Yes, you read that right. It seems that some people are ditching Tesla, not because they have problems with electric cars or because the cars are not properly developed and built, but because of Elon Musk’s apparent political antics. Should your car choice be dictated by the politics of the company’s founder? Does it make you complicit in supporting a worldview you don’t subscribe to, fearing online trolls calling you out and cancelling you for driving the wrong car?
Continue reading “Cars and Politics: Tesla Boycott Over Elon Musk’s Right-Wing Views!”
The Zero Emissions Vehicle (ZEV) mandate is causing ripples across the UK automotive industry. In an exclusive interview, Guy Pigounakis, the Commercial Director of MG UK, shares crucial insights into how this legislation impacts manufacturers, dealerships, and consumers.
Is the electric car revolution stalling? It’s a question on many minds as we see a surprising trend emerging: nearly 50% of EV owners in the US and Australia are considering switching back to petrol cars having owned and run an EV. 🚗💥
In a shocking turn of events, today’s global software outage has wreaked havoc across multiple industries, causing absolute chaos and pandemonium. This incident, triggered by a faulty update from CrowdStrike, has left countless systems inoperable, grounded flights, disrupted banking services, and even affected healthcare operations. But as we grapple with the immediate fallout, a pressing question arises: could such a catastrophe also strike our cars?
Right, so you might remember that I made a couple of videos in the last few months about how the next generation, younger people, are not getting into motoring as much as our generation did. And I’ve been quite fair in saying that, considering the cost and everything involved in the process, it does make perfect sense. But hold on, because there’s some new evidence that’s just come to light, thanks to Auto Trader, that might make me rethink that stance. Either I jumped to that conclusion too quickly, or maybe things are changing.
