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Third of parents have broken the law by transporting someone else’s son or daughter without a child seat

June 26, 2019 | Iceni

One third of parents have broken the law by transporting someone else’s son or daughter without a child seat, it has emerged.

A study of 1,000 UK parents of children aged 12 or under revealed an alarming proportion … Read More

When’s the right time to sell your car

June 24, 2019 | Iceni

Selling your car can be a little risky when you sell it as a private seller.

You may be ready to sell your vehicle, but the market may not be right. There has been much research conducted on … Read More

What are the Benefits of Leasing a Vehicle?

June 17, 2019 | Iceni

Leasing is becoming a popular alternative to buying a vehicle outright, but what exactly is the attraction?

After all, you don’t get to own the vehicle outright, so it’s never really yours. Why would anyone want to own … Read More

The Isuzu D-Max and Subaru XV go head to head

June 4, 2019 | Iceni

If you’re into Japanese vehicles and you like grip and load-lugging prowess, then check out this double-helping of car review content from our motoring journalist, Tim Barnes-Clay. Isuzu D-Max

When it comes to getting the work … Read More

If you like cars, these two motors will pique your interest…

May 29, 2019 | Iceni

By Tim Barnes-Clay, Motoring Journalist. Follow on Instagram @tbarnesclay Jeep Compass

The Compass offers a bunch of attributes that includes 4×4 off-road capability as well as contemporary and authentic Jeep design.

In Britain, the Compass … Read More

Tim Tests a Trio of Fords

April 8, 2019 | Iceni

By motoring editor, Tim Barnes-Clay. Follow Tim on Instagram @tbarnesclay Fiesta ST

Ford’s fresh Fiesta ST is a fearless hot hatch with a 200ps slab of power under the bonnet. It also wears a self-assured body kit … Read More

‘Digital Key’ means looking for your car keys could become a thing of the past

March 18, 2019 | Iceni

Frantically looking for your car keys could become a thing of the past after a manufacturer developed an app to control a vehicle by mobile phone.

Hyundai has created the ‘Digital Key’ which uses Near Field Communication to … Read More

Porsche 911 dropped off by helicopter at a spectacular alpine resort

January 21, 2019 | Iceni

This is the extraordinary moment the new Porsche 911 was literally dropped off at a spectacular alpine resort — by HELICOPTER.

The iconic sports car – now in its eighth generation – has previously only been on display … Read More

A car which can climb walls and step over holes thanks to its robotic LEGS could transform the way rescue teams operate in disaster zones. More than 10,000 people died in natural catastrophes in 2017, with an estimated 201 million needing international humanitarian assistance. One of the problems is reaching those affected - and Hyundai has now unveiled Elevate, a concept vehicle which blends technology found in electric cars and robots to cover terrain beyond the limitations of even the most capable off-road vehicle. Elevate can be driven by first responders to a location like a traditional electric car. But when the terrain gets tough, it can use its "highly dexterous" robotic legs to move in any direction. It can climb a 5ft wall, step over a 5ft gap, walk at 3mph over tricky terrain, and achieve a 15ft wide wheelbase, all while keeping its body and passengers completely level. The legs, which can 'walk' like a mammal or reptile, also fold up into a stowed drive-mode, where power to the joints is cut, and the use of an integrated passive suspension system maximizes battery efficiency. It is not just disaster zones where people can benefit from Elevate, according to Hyundai. Disabled people who don’t have access to a ramp outside their home could hail an Elevate taxi that could walk up to their front door, level itself, and allow their wheelchair to roll in. Elevate is part of Hyundai’s ‘Centre for Robotic-Augmented Design in Living Experiences’ (Cradle), which aims to enhance transportation on and off the road. It has been dubbed the world’s first 'Ultimate Mobility Vehicle' and is being revealed in concept form at this week’s Consumer Electronic Show in Las Vegas, USA. In a statement, the manufacturer said: "At CES 2019, Hyundai Cradle is presenting a totally new vehicle concept that combines the power of robotics and EV technology to take people where no vehicle has been before. "The quadrupedal Hyundai Elevate will redefine the boundaries and perceptions of vehicular mobility. "Its four highly dexterous and movable legs can be utilized in ways beyond the imagination to allow Hyundai’s inception of a new vehicle category – The Ultimate Mobility Vehicle (UMV)." The manufacturer is also unveiling an electric concept car which can autonomously drive to an empty parking space to be charged up.

A car which can climb walls and step over holes could transform the way we operate in disaster zones

January 8, 2019 | Iceni

A car which can climb walls and step over holes thanks to its robotic LEGS could transform the way rescue teams operate in disaster zones.

More than 10,000 people died in natural catastrophes in 2017, with an estimated … Read More

Lexus RX450h L Premier 2018 reviewed

January 7, 2019 | Iceni

By Tim Barnes-Clay, Motoring journalist – tweeting @carwriteups

Sport Utility Vehicles (SUVs) seem to be the flavour of the last few years in Britain. They are often as bland as a bowl of watery noodles, but we still … Read More

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