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ntal GT on way
changes at the rear, with subtle tweaks to the LED tail-lights will also be considered, as well as whether measures to tackle excessively loud engines and exhausts are needed
While the firm’s 4.0-litre twin-turbo V8 will return, a plug-in hybrid system is also set to be offered. Given that the GT is based on the same platform as the Flying Spur, it could inherit that car’s system of a 2.9-litre petrol V6 combined with a 14.1kWh battery and electric motor The updated Continental GT will be revealed later this year, ahead of sales starting in 2024.
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AA president Edmund King argued: “With one in 10 cars failing their first MoT, we strongly discourage the Government from extending a car’s first test to the fourth anniversary due to road safety concerns ”
The RAC’s head of road policy Nicholas Lyes commented: “While we’re not opposed to delaying a new vehicle’s first MoT, we believe there should be a requirement for particularly highmileage vehicles to be tested sooner.”
He added: “We’re disappointed that the Government is still entertaining the idea of increasing the time between MoTs. Our research shows that drivers believe this is dangerous It would also probably increase the number of unroadworthy vehicles – putting lives at risk – and not save drivers any money because they would likely end up with bigger repair bills as a result ”
FROM: Simon STOPPING or greatly reducing roadworks that cause bottlenecks would be just as effective a method of reducing emissions as lowering the motorway speed limit to 64mph (Issue 1,763) Many drivers struggle to stick to 70mph anyway –64mph would be a nightmare.
FROM: Faisal Rafique THE Honda Civic Type R (Issue 1,763) is no doubt a competent hot hatch with some great touches and a phenomenal drivetrain But it has some tough rivals, such as the VW Golf R, Audi RS 3, Hyundai i30 N and Mercedes-AMG A 45; it’ll be interesting to see how it goes.
FROM: Paul Burrows IT’S right that motorists caught using a mobile phone while driving receive the harsh penalty of six points and a £200 fine. The suggestion that police should confiscate phones (Issue 1,762) is draconian and over the top, though, and should not be considered.
