Motoring | South West Connected https://swconnected.co.uk Hopping Between Hubs Tue, 21 Apr 2026 06:05:29 +0000 en-GB hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.7.5 Britain’s lost social rituals: almost HALF of the UK have never had a cuppa with a neighbour, while three in 10 have never had a pint in their local, according to new research https://swconnected.co.uk/britains-lost-social-rituals-almost-half-of-the-uk-have-never-had-a-cuppa-with-a-neighbour-while-three-in-10-have-never-had-a-pint-in-their-local-according-to-new-research/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=britains-lost-social-rituals-almost-half-of-the-uk-have-never-had-a-cuppa-with-a-neighbour-while-three-in-10-have-never-had-a-pint-in-their-local-according-to-new-research Tue, 21 Apr 2026 06:05:29 +0000 https://swconnected.co.uk/?p=149921 A new study has revealed how many of the small everyday acts that once helped neighbours feel connected have faded from modern life, with 44% of the UK never having shared a cup of tea or coffee with a neighbour, and 28% never having had a drink in their local pub.   The survey of […]

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]]> New data reveals the North’s ‘petrol persistence’ https://swconnected.co.uk/new-data-reveals-the-norths-petrol-persistence/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=new-data-reveals-the-norths-petrol-persistence Wed, 15 Apr 2026 20:33:52 +0000 https://swconnected.co.uk/new-data-reveals-the-norths-petrol-persistence/ New regional analysis from Central Contracts, a leading independent contract hire and leasing broker, has mapped the nation’s driving habits, uncovering a stark North-South divide in the transition to green energy. Analysis of over 18,000 recent vehicle orders reveals that while Londoners are racing toward a fully electric future, drivers in the Midlands and the […]

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]]> Used car market holds firm in March as premium brands drive growth https://swconnected.co.uk/used-car-market-holds-firm-in-march-as-premium-brands-drive-growth/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=used-car-market-holds-firm-in-march-as-premium-brands-drive-growth Tue, 14 Apr 2026 09:02:22 +0000 https://swconnected.co.uk/used-car-market-holds-firm-in-march-as-premium-brands-drive-growth/ The UK’s used car retail market held its ground through March, successfully absorbing a 10% increase in stock volumes while maintaining an upward trend in pricing. Despite the backdrop of volatile fuel costs and broader economic uncertainty, the latest data from Cazana shows that retailers have successfully defended their margins, with advertised prices across most […]

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]]> EV charging specialist FOR EV partners with Gofor to offer EV salary sacrifice for employees https://swconnected.co.uk/ev-charging-specialist-for-ev-partners-with-gofor-to-offer-ev-salary-sacrifice-for-employees/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=ev-charging-specialist-for-ev-partners-with-gofor-to-offer-ev-salary-sacrifice-for-employees Tue, 14 Apr 2026 04:30:29 +0000 https://swconnected.co.uk/ev-charging-specialist-for-ev-partners-with-gofor-to-offer-ev-salary-sacrifice-for-employees/ The Scottish-headquartered businesses forge partnership which builds on respective expertise in fleet management and EV charging solutions   FOR EV, a nationwide specialist in end-to-end fleet EV charging solutions, has partnered with fleet management provider Gofor to offer EV salary sacrifice schemes.   The partnership will enable FOR EV to offer salary sacrifice to its […]

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]]> B. Yates with stunning double victory in season debut; Beighton lands maiden win alongside returning Hunter https://swconnected.co.uk/b-yates-with-stunning-double-victory-in-season-debut-beighton-lands-maiden-win-alongside-returning-hunter/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=b-yates-with-stunning-double-victory-in-season-debut-beighton-lands-maiden-win-alongside-returning-hunter Fri, 20 Mar 2026 13:58:34 +0000 https://swconnected.co.uk/?p=149837 Saturday 14 March 2026. The inaugural race of the Ferrari Challenge Trofeo Pirelli UK season kicked off in the south of France at the legendary Paul Ricard circuit in Le Castellet. In front of a passionate crowd, the drivers tackled the fast-flowing circuit in both wet and dry conditions throughout the day. Official Ferrari Driver, Alessio […]

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]]> Coppa delle Alpi st. Moritz Edition: beauty and technical skill between Switzerland and Italy https://swconnected.co.uk/coppa-delle-alpi-st-moritz-edition-beauty-and-technical-skill-between-switzerland-and-italy/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=coppa-delle-alpi-st-moritz-edition-beauty-and-technical-skill-between-switzerland-and-italy Fri, 20 Mar 2026 12:04:21 +0000 https://swconnected.co.uk/?p=149820 St. Moritz, 13 March 2026 – The second leg of the Coppa delle Alpi St. Moritz Edition, the longest at over 275 kilometres, was also blessed with sunshine. Today’s route took the crews across the Italian border to immerse themselves in the picturesque scenery of Valtellina. Leaving the Swiss territory behind, the passage through Val Poschiavo was […]

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]]> Aston Martin Valkyrie celebrates anniversary on return to Sebring https://swconnected.co.uk/aston-martin-valkyrie-celebrates-anniversary-on-return-to-sebring/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=aston-martin-valkyrie-celebrates-anniversary-on-return-to-sebring Thu, 19 Mar 2026 23:27:30 +0000 https://swconnected.co.uk/?p=149841 Aston Martin Valkyrie returns to scene of IMSA debut in 2025 Aston Martin THOR Team aims to build on top-10 finish at Daytona Alex Riberas joins IMSA regulars Roman De Angelis and Ross Gunn for the Mobil 1 12 Hours of Sebring Valkyrie the only road-derived hypercar to contest world’s two premier sportscar series, IMSA and […]

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]]> Hampson Auctions confirms return to Oulton Park for Supercar Pageant and 60th Anniversary Gold Cup Weekend in 2026 https://swconnected.co.uk/hampson-auctions-confirms-return-to-oulton-park-for-supercar-pageant-and-60th-anniversary-gold-cup-weekend-in-2026/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=hampson-auctions-confirms-return-to-oulton-park-for-supercar-pageant-and-60th-anniversary-gold-cup-weekend-in-2026 Thu, 19 Mar 2026 09:20:54 +0000 https://swconnected.co.uk/?p=149818 Hampson Auctions has confirmed its continued presence at Oulton Park in 2026, taking part in two major automotive events at the Cheshire circuit as part of its auction calendar. The auction house will first appear at the Supercar Pageant at Oulton Park on Saturday 20 June 2026, an event that brings together some of the […]

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]]> Milestone of “In China, for China” strategy: First car developed jointly by Volkswagen and XPENG rolls off the production line https://swconnected.co.uk/milestone-of-in-china-for-china-strategy-first-car-developed-jointly-by-volkswagen-and-xpeng-rolls-off-the-production-line/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=milestone-of-in-china-for-china-strategy-first-car-developed-jointly-by-volkswagen-and-xpeng-rolls-off-the-production-line Thu, 19 Mar 2026 05:55:21 +0000 https://swconnected.co.uk/?p=149839 “In China, for China” strategy delivers: Developed in just 24 months, the ID.UNYX 081 is now entering series production at Volkswagen Anhui in Hefei. Advanced tech in-series: The ID.UNYX 08 is Volkswagen’s first fully connected, all-electric full-size SUV. It is equipped with 800V technology, as well as L2 advanced ADAS (Advanced Driver Assistance System) capabilities and […]

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]]> Ferrari Amalfi Spider https://swconnected.co.uk/ferrari-amalfi-spider/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=ferrari-amalfi-spider Thu, 19 Mar 2026 02:11:57 +0000 https://swconnected.co.uk/?p=149802 Ferrari today unveiled the Ferrari Amalfi Spider, a new 2+ spider from Maranello featuring a front-mid-mounted twin-turbo V8 engine. A perfect balance of performance, elegance, driving pleasure, ease of use and versatility makes the Ferrari Amalfi Spider the benchmark for Ferrari’s performance-driven lifestyle, including in an open-air configuration. The tailor-made or technical-fabric soft top opens […]

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