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Daily Mirror
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- Automotive
- Daily Mirror
Mechanic names 'world's most reliable' car brand to own that would 'put him out of work'
Car mechanic James Goodhand spoke to Reach PLC on what he thinks is one of the best brands for people to buy in the UK as people take to the used car market more frequently A car mechanic has praised the brand of vehicle he thinks produces the world's most reliable cars, before revealing what car he owns himself. Also a published author, James Goodhand talked to Reach PLC about his top tips for the public for buying a good used car. On which brand he would suggest is the most reliable, he picked fabled Japanese marque, Honda. As to why, he said: 'If the budget will stretch to it, buy Japanese. Best of all, Honda. They really are the world 's best vehicle engineers. If everyone drove a Honda I would go out of business.' Going into further detail on why he had chosen Honda, James added: '[Their] outstanding reliability. For example, I look after a 20-year-old Civic with over 200k for a customer. 'Still, the engine ticks over so smoothly you could stand your cup of tea on it, and it's so quiet you're hard pushed to tell if it's running. And this thing has covered enough miles to reach the moon.' On what car he chooses to drive, James revealed that his vehicle comes from Swedish brand Volvo, which he owns alongside another beloved car. He said: "It'll come as no surprise that we have a Volvo V90! "Although it's worth mentioning that I also have a BMW M3 that I've had for fifteen years, which has served as family car for periods of time and is in fact the car my little boy came back from the maternity ward in. " James isn't the first car mechanic to highlight the prowess of Honda as a good brand to go for. Car experts at WhatCar? put a selection of small cars through their paces earlier this year, and the latest Honda Jazz placed inside the top three, being praised for its supreme practicality. The reviewers said: 'The Honda Jazz is one of those cars that - like contestants on Britain's Got Talent - are gifted in various ways but have so far not had the universal adoration they perhaps deserve. "While the Jazz has always stood out for its practical interior and reputation for excellent reliability, it has never really hit the heady sales heights of some of its more conventional small car rivals." Praise for Hondas past and present comes as the brand is reportedly considering whether or not to continue its manufacturing presence in the UK. After nearly 40-years building cars near Swindon, it was alleged that the manufacturer was considering producing its cars elsewhere. In 2021, Honda closed its factory in South Marston, which had been producing cars since 1985. Following its closure, it was decided to redevelop the site into what is due to be called Panattoni Park, a £900m commercial site, with construction beginning last year, reported the BBC. In a statement at its launch, Swindon Borough Council leader Jim Robbins said: "I'm really pleased we are finally seeing development come forward on the old Honda site as it will future proof the Swindon economy, bringing thousands of new jobs and significant investment in biodiversity, local roads and public access. 'This sends a clear signal Swindon is very much open for business and we are a town on the up.'
Daily Mirror
11-07-2025
- Automotive
- Daily Mirror
'We tested the best small cars on sale in the UK but there was only one winner'
WhatCar? experts have driven a number of popular small cars on sale in the UK, and have come to a clear top three - one of which was named the best in terms of practicality A team of motoring experts have put a selection of small cars on sale in the UK through their paces to decide which one is the best on sale. The specialists from WhatCar? magazine took to the wheel of an array of small cars from various carmakers around the world. Their testing led them to a definitive top trio, with one particular vehicle being hailed as the most practical despite not winning overall. The winner was the Renault Clio, which has a starting price of £20,595. Summarising why they had given it five stars out of five, the testers said: "Think of the Renault Clio as being the Swiss Army knife of small cars; it's got an answer to virtually every question you might ask of it." The Clio earned accolades for its fuel economy and performance, due in large part to its 1.0-litre petrol engine, and was celebrated for being "better to drive than most rivals" as a result of "a good balance between comfort and agility". Their verdict was clear, it was the best small car to buy in the UK. They said: "All in all, the Clio is great value for money; it undercuts the equivalent [ Suzuki ] Swift and [ Skoda ] Fabia on price and is far cheaper than the Honda Jazz." In second place was another model from the French manufacturer, the electric Renault 5, which has garnered acclaim as one of today's top electric cars. The motoring experts have given their verdict on the Renault 5, noting that although it's a bit of a squeeze for taller passengers in the back, they've lauded its "attractive equipped interior [and] slick infotainment". Going deeper into their assessment, they remarked: "The Renault 5 is designed primarily as an urban and suburban runaround, and it's really well suited to town driving. The tight turning circle of just 10.3 metres certainly helps, but the light, accurate steering also impresses." The Honda Jazz scooped third place in their rankings, earning top marks for practicality among small cars, yet it was flagged for being pricier than competitors and not the most serene on motorways. In a more detailed review, the experts likened the Jazz to a talent show act, as they explained: "The Honda Jazz is one of those cars that - like contestants on Britain's Got Talent - are gifted in various ways but have so far not had the universal adoration they perhaps deserve. "While the Jazz has always stood out for its practical interior and reputation for excellent reliability, it has never really hit the heady sales heights of some of its more conventional small car rivals." This insight from WhatCar? into the UK's best small cars comes at a time when new figures reveal a surge in electric vehicle purchases, with a quarter of new car buyers opting for an electric model. The latest figures from the SMMT (Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders) reveal that while electric vehicle sales are on the up, they're still not hitting the targets set out for them. Mike Hawes, the Chief Executive of the SMMT, commented: "A second consecutive month of growth for the new car market is good news, as is the positive performance of EVs. "That EV growth, however, is still being driven by substantial industry support with manufacturers using every channel and unsustainable discounting to drive activity, yet it remains below mandated levels. "As we have seen in other countries, government incentives can supercharge the market transition, without which the climate change ambitions we all share will be under threat."
Telegraph
30-06-2025
- Automotive
- Telegraph
What is the best small car to replace a Jaguar?
Dear Alex, My Jaguar XE is comfortable to drive but not so easy to park. At 87 I don't need the power as I no longer do lengthy journeys. I would like a petrol alternative with a decent-sized boot that's cheaper to run and insure, as well as easier to park, than the Jaguar. A Honda Jazz has been suggested; what else is worth considering? – DB Dear DB, The Jazz is a great option; compact, comfortable and versatile. While it will undoubtedly be a step down in power compared with your XE, it's nippy enough to feel sprightly around town. The Honda also has a solid reputation for reliability – but could you do better? Well, look at the Toyota Yaris Cross. Toyota's reliability record is even better than that of Honda, while you can get up to 10 years of warranty if you use a main dealer for servicing. The Yaris Cross has a larger boot than the Jazz despite being barely any longer; the only downside is that its ride quality can sometimes feel rather firm. If that's a concern, consider the new Citroën C3. The latest model is available with the option of a hybrid engine, which doesn't have the 'wet' timing belt that caused reliability issues in recent years. All new Citroëns now have the option of an eight-year warranty although, as with Toyota, main dealer servicing is a requisite. The C3's boot isn't as large as the Toyota's, but the trade-off is that it's a smaller car all round – no longer than the Jazz, in fact. It also irons out bumps very well for a car of its size. One final option would be a Suzuki Ignis, of which there are still a few available. The Ignis is a great little car, with characterful styling and a frugal mild hybrid powertrain. Its boot space might not seem brilliant at only 260 litres, but the clever thing about the Ignis is that you can slide one or both of the rear seats forward, thereby increasing the boot to a whopping 373 litres. And with Suzuki now offering a long service-activated warranty of seven years on all its cars, reliability is a given.
Indian Express
23-06-2025
- Indian Express
Punjab: Special cell busts two fake centres involved in ‘scamming' foreign nationals, arrests 10
The Range Anti-Narcotics-cum-Special Operations Cell, Mohali of Punjab Police claimed to have busted two fake call centres and arrested 10 individuals allegedly involved in duping foreign nationals using fraudulent tactics. Providing details, DSP Rupinder Deep Kaur Sohi of the Special Operations Cell said the accused operated from fake call centres where they used laptops and computers to scam people abroad. Based on a tip-off, a police team led by Inspector-in-Charge of the unit raided Manchanda Tower in Phase 7, Mohali, where they discovered call centres operating on the first and third floors. On the first floor, police arrested Manmeet Singh Banwait, owner of the call centre and a resident of Sector 53, Mohali, and staff members Anmol Malhotra ( from Shivjot, Kharar), Jasneet Kaur (Kharar), Narmita (Sector 117, Mohali), Gurpreet Singh (Phase 1, Mohali), and Wagsaim Hungio (from Dimapur Sadar, Nagaland, but currently residing in Balongi). Police seized 5 laptops, 9 mobile phones, headphones, and luxury vehicles used in their operations, including a Fortuner, Honda Jazz, and Hyundai Verna. The DSP claimed the gang used email blasting (sending one mail to a large group of recipients simultaneously) via PayPal to send alerts to foreign nationals that their accounts had been hacked or used for illegal transactions. Victims were urged to call toll-free numbers. During the calls, they were falsely told that their cases were being transferred to the bank, and another person sitting in the same office would pose as a bank official offering a refund. 'The callers would convince victims to provide Apple gift cards, extract the money, and convert it into USDT or hawala transfers, eventually withdrawing the funds in cash in India,' Sohi said. On the third floor, another fake call centre was busted. Police arrested its manager Moria Nath, alias Christopher, (from Dwarka, Delhi who is currently residing in Aerocity, Mohali), along with his associates Ishwar Kumar (from Himachal Pradesh, now living in Kharar), Rinchen Vinayil (from Bhutan, currently residing in Kharar), and Dolly Kumari (from Jharkhand, now living in Kharar). Police recovered 4 CPUs, 4 headphones, and 5 mobile phones from the manager. The DSP said according to the investigation, this second team ran a fake call centre under the guise of a travel company, luring foreign nationals through a fake website advertising discounted air tickets. After establishing contact, the gang would collect victims' credit and debit card details and charge them via illegally registered payment gateways. 'They obtained customer approvals through emails and used various vendors to process the payments. The vendors deducted commissions and returned the remaining funds either into the accused's accounts or as cash in India,' Sohi added. Victims were ultimately defrauded without receiving any tickets.
7NEWS
20-06-2025
- 7NEWS
CCTV forms investigation into alleged fatal stabbing of James Pakis in Belmore, Sydney
CCTV has been released as part of an ongoing investigation into the alleged fatal stabbing of a man in Sydney's southwest earlier this year. James Pakis, 34, was found with multiple stab wounds at a home on Lakemba Street in Belmore on March 15. Police were initially called to the home following reports of a concern for welfare. A 24-year-old man was also at the home at the time and was providing medical assistance to Pakis. He was taken to hospital for treatment under police guard and later attended Campsie Police Station where he was released without charge. Two days later, detectives arrested a 21-year-old man at Bankstown Police Station and charged the young man with murder. He remains before the courts. As the investigation into Pakis' death continues, police have released CCTV in the hopes a member of the public will come forward with information. The first footage shows a man wearing black clothing and carrying a blue bag being picked up by a car on a street near the crime scene on the day Pakis was allegedly murdered. The car is described as a black Honda Jazz, which has damage to its rear windscreen. Further CCTV shows the black car, which had damage to its front, driving and parking in a carpark a few hours before the incident. Detective Inspector Craig Brooks said police are keen to locate the car and speak to the occupants. 'Anyone who recognises this vehicle or has any information on its whereabouts is urged to come forward,' Brooks said. 'Our detectives are examining every piece of CCTV and following every lead, but we believe someone must know something, and no piece of information is too small.'
