Outdated accident recovery...
Outdated accident recovery procedures are causing unnecessary jams on motorways, claims the Road Haulage Association (RHA). A number of salvage firms across the country have specialist heavy-lifting gear to clear crashed lorries fast. But under current rules, police have to call recovery companies to incidents on a rota basis, whether they have this equipment or not. An RHA spokesman explained: "The best tools for the job aren"t always used, so motorists suffer."
Small cars are big news...
Small cars are big news at this yearò€™s Paris Motor Show. Mazda already has one of the best superminis on the market in its stable, but itò€™s already looking to the future with a brand new city car concept.
As the covers were pulled off the Kiyora concept, bosses described how it could bring lower emissions, greater fuel economy and a more environmentally friendly package to the city car market. While itò€™s still a design study, the show star reveals several key ideas for future Mazda models. With everything from a photovoltaic solar roof to power the cabin to a water cleansing system for making rain water fit to drink, the concept is one of the firmò€™s most futuristic ever.
Designers at Mazda were also proudly displaying their revised MX-5. Along with revised suspension and steering settings the roadster gets a fresh new look inspired by the RX-8 coupe. Expect it to go on sale in the UK next summer.