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The Advertiser
21 hours ago
- Automotive
- The Advertiser
Multiple Peugeot models recalled for fire risk
Peugeot is recalling mild-hybrid versions of its 308, 408, 2008, 3008 and 5008 due to a fuel leak that could pose a fire risk. "Due to a manufacturing defect, the threaded connection between the high-pressure fuel pump and the fuel rail may become loose," the company says in its recall notice. "If this occurs, fuel may leak in the presence of an external ignition source and could result in a vehicle fire. "A vehicle fire could increase the risk of injury or death to vehicle occupants, other road users and/or damage to property." If you own an affected vehicle, you'll need to schedule an appointment at an authorised Peugeot dealership to have the fix carried out, free of charge. If you have any further questions, you can contact Peugeot on 1800 307 607. MORE: Everything Peugeot 308 • 408 • 2008 • 3008 • 5008 Content originally sourced from: Peugeot is recalling mild-hybrid versions of its 308, 408, 2008, 3008 and 5008 due to a fuel leak that could pose a fire risk. "Due to a manufacturing defect, the threaded connection between the high-pressure fuel pump and the fuel rail may become loose," the company says in its recall notice. "If this occurs, fuel may leak in the presence of an external ignition source and could result in a vehicle fire. "A vehicle fire could increase the risk of injury or death to vehicle occupants, other road users and/or damage to property." If you own an affected vehicle, you'll need to schedule an appointment at an authorised Peugeot dealership to have the fix carried out, free of charge. If you have any further questions, you can contact Peugeot on 1800 307 607. MORE: Everything Peugeot 308 • 408 • 2008 • 3008 • 5008 Content originally sourced from: Peugeot is recalling mild-hybrid versions of its 308, 408, 2008, 3008 and 5008 due to a fuel leak that could pose a fire risk. "Due to a manufacturing defect, the threaded connection between the high-pressure fuel pump and the fuel rail may become loose," the company says in its recall notice. "If this occurs, fuel may leak in the presence of an external ignition source and could result in a vehicle fire. "A vehicle fire could increase the risk of injury or death to vehicle occupants, other road users and/or damage to property." If you own an affected vehicle, you'll need to schedule an appointment at an authorised Peugeot dealership to have the fix carried out, free of charge. If you have any further questions, you can contact Peugeot on 1800 307 607. MORE: Everything Peugeot 308 • 408 • 2008 • 3008 • 5008 Content originally sourced from: Peugeot is recalling mild-hybrid versions of its 308, 408, 2008, 3008 and 5008 due to a fuel leak that could pose a fire risk. "Due to a manufacturing defect, the threaded connection between the high-pressure fuel pump and the fuel rail may become loose," the company says in its recall notice. "If this occurs, fuel may leak in the presence of an external ignition source and could result in a vehicle fire. "A vehicle fire could increase the risk of injury or death to vehicle occupants, other road users and/or damage to property." If you own an affected vehicle, you'll need to schedule an appointment at an authorised Peugeot dealership to have the fix carried out, free of charge. If you have any further questions, you can contact Peugeot on 1800 307 607. MORE: Everything Peugeot 308 • 408 • 2008 • 3008 • 5008 Content originally sourced from:
Business Times
4 days ago
- Automotive
- Business Times
Stellantis poaches Renault design chief to lead Europe revamp
[PARIS] Stellantis hired Gilles Vidal, one of Renault's top design executives, as the maker of Peugeot cars seeks a makeover under its new chief executive officer. Vidal, who worked at Stellantis predecessor PSA before joining Renault in 2020, will head design for the group's European brands, replacing Jean-Pierre Ploue who is stepping down, Stellantis said on Friday (Jul 25). He will start on Oct 1 and work closely with Ralph Gilles, Stellantis' chief design officer, the manufacturer added. Vidal's appointment comes at a key juncture for Stellantis, which is seeking a revival under new CEO Antonio Filosa. The Jeep maker is trying to recover in several of its key markets, including in Europe where demand remains stagnant and Chinese entrants led by BYD are making inroads. A surprise 2.3 billion euros (S$3.5 billion) first-half net loss announced this week underscored the challenge. The hire could mark a turning point for Stellantis, and shows the capacity of Filosa to attract new talent after the departure of several top executives, many of them French, from the era of former chief Carlos Tavares, according to Pierre-Olivier Essig, an equities analyst at AIR Capital. The appointment also deepens the crisis at Renault following the surprise departure of former CEO Luca de Meo, Essig said. 'The remontada of Renault is likely over and the big disaster at Stellantis also is over,' Essig said. 'There seems to be a reversal of fortunes in the matter of just a few weeks.' BT in your inbox Start and end each day with the latest news stories and analyses delivered straight to your inbox. Sign Up Sign Up Vidal started his career at Stellantis brand Citroen in 1996, going on to lead the design projects for vehicles such as the Peugeot 308, 3008, 208, as well as for the Renault Scenic and Renault 5, all of which have won European Car of the Year. At Renault, he led design at the Renault brand as well as at the group's electric-vehicle arm Ampere. Vidal is the fourth key executive to leave Renault in the past year, following the exits of head of engineering Gilles Le Borgne, chief financial officer Thierry Pieton and de Meo. Renault is currently being run by chairman Jean-Dominique Senard and interim CEO Duncan Minto, as it hunts for a permanent leader. BLOOMBERG
Auto Express
30-06-2025
- Automotive
- Auto Express
Car Deal of the Day: The Peugeot 308 GT is one of the cheapest hatchbacks around at £211 a month
High-spec GT model; smart design Mild-hybrid petrol; over 62mpg Just £211.37 a month When it comes to creating a daringly designed hatchback, Peugeot has form. The Peugeot 308 is just the latest in a long line of good-looking hatchbacks from the firm, and the great news is that such head-turning style needn't cost the earth. This deal from via the Auto Express Find a Car service, sees you taking the keys to a top-spec 308 for under £212 a month. It means the plush Pug is one of the cheapest family hatchbacks on lease around. Advertisement - Article continues below To get the ball rolling you'll need to fork out a not-unreasonable £2,886.41 as an initial payment, and the deal is for 36 months. Mileage is capped at 5,000 a year, but that can be nudged up to 8,000 for under £12.50 extra a month. The latest 308 has a real premium look about it, and that's only underlined by this top-spec GT model. For £211.37 a month, you'll be getting 18-inch diamond-cut alloy wheels, full matrix LED headlights, 3D LED rear lights, ambient lighting, wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, along with Peugeot's trademark i-Cockpit. But, because it's the GT model, you also get a third extra screen for the i-Toggles – a customisable widget screen, to you and I. Sat-nav is thrown in, too. Those three screens – a digital display for the dials, a 10-inch touchscreen, and the i-Toggles – give the interior a really techy vibe. But more than that, the latest 308 has a plush feel with high-quality materials used throughout. The 308 isn't the roomiest hatchback on sale, nor is it the most thrilling to drive. But the 136bhp 1.2-litre mild-hybrid petrol engine is a fine performer, and very frugal, with Peugeot claiming over 62mpg on the combined cycle. The Car Deal of the Day selections we make are taken from our own Auto Express Find A Car deals service, which includes the best current offers from car dealers and leasing companies around the UK. Terms and conditions apply, while prices and offers are subject to change and limited availability. If this deal expires, you can find more top Peugeot 308 leasing offers from leading providers on our Peugeot 308 hub page. Check out the Peugeot 308 deal or take a look at our previous Car Deal of the Day selection here… Find a car with the experts New Skoda Epiq vRS to headline brand's hot-SUV onslaught New Skoda Epiq vRS to headline brand's hot-SUV onslaught Every future Skoda will get the go-faster treatment, with the brand also working on making cars sharper and more engaging Marcos is back! British sportscar brand's big plan, and swirling controversy Marcos is back! British sportscar brand's big plan, and swirling controversy Development is already underway on the first all-new Marcos cars in roughly 20 years Car Deal of the Day: 717bhp BMW M5 Touring super-estate on a tasty lease deal Car Deal of the Day: 717bhp BMW M5 Touring super-estate on a tasty lease deal The BMW M5 Touring is M car royalty, with a thoroughly impressive PHEV powertrain. It's our Deal of the Day for 29 June
STV News
21-06-2025
- Automotive
- STV News
Driver airlifted to hospital after two-car crash on A82
A driver has been airlifted to hospital after a two-car crash on the A82 in the Highlands. Police attended the scene of the crash around 10.50am on Friday involving a Skoda Rapid and a Peugeot 308 near Loch Ba. The 38-year-old male driver of the Skoda was airlifted to the Queen Elizabeth University Hospital in Glasgow, where he remains in a serious condition. The 50-year-old male driver and 50-year-old male passenger of the Peugeot were not injured. The road was closed to allow for investigations and re-opened around 1.40pm. Constable Malcolm Cameron said: 'I would ask anyone who was travelling on the A82 near to Loch Ba around 10.50am on Friday, June 20 and saw the crash to contact us. 'Likewise, if you saw either car before the crash and have information which may assist our investigation, please get in touch. 'I'd also ask drivers who were in the area around that time with dash-cam footage to review this and get in touch.' Anyone with information is asked to contact Police Scotland on 101 quoting reference 1019 of June 20, 2025. Get all the latest news from around the country Follow STV News Scan the QR code on your mobile device for all the latest news from around the country
Auto Express
16-06-2025
- Automotive
- Auto Express
Peugeot 308 set for radical redesign that's more than just skin deep
The Peugeot 308 is gearing up for a midlife nip and tuck, promising small styling tweaks and subtle upgrades under the skin – previewed here by spy pictures of the SW estate version, hidden in what looks like a test facility somewhere in Europe. Just three images have been supplied, and the camouflage wrap disguises almost all of the updated car's design. Despite the fact that the front is completely taped over, it's most likely the new 308's styling will take inspiration from the newer 3008 and 5008 SUVs – with sharper headlights and three-prong daytime running lights. We can also expect Peugeot to make the grille less prominent than the outgoing car's, probably with the use of extra body-coloured trim. The current 308's front end is more reminiscent of a conventional petrol or diesel car, so the maker will want to modernise the model's look with a fresher face. Advertisement - Article continues below To the side we can see a new wheel design not currently offered on the 308. Its geometric, squared-off design isn't dissimilar to some of the options available on the latest 5008, and should carry over to the production car unchanged. As before, the Peugeot crest features on the front wing. Skip advert Advertisement - Article continues below At the back, we can pick out what looks like a subtly different lighting signature, but the bumper design doesn't appear to have been altered all that much. The mule – as confirmed by the 'Electrique' lettering on the number plate – is thought to be the updated EV version. The clean bumper design and lack of exhaust pipes confirm this. We don't expect any fundamental changes to the car's underpinnings, meaning the 308 will remain on the EMP2 architecture rather than moving to the newer STLA-Medium platform. However, recent updates saw a new Plug-in Hybrid 195 model added to the range – boosting the 308 PHEV's zero-emission range to almost 50 miles. Elsewhere, the petrol-electric Hybrid will be carried over, but the diesel is likely to be ditched; the mechanically similar Vauxhall Astra is no longer available with a diesel engine, and the fuel is used sparingly by the 308's rivals. We may see the E-308's battery capacity increase slightly, but its usable range is unlikely to trouble dedicated-EV rivals such as the Cupra Born. The 308 is likely to drop its camouflage over the coming months, before being revealed in full before the end of the year. While we'd usually expect to see a small price hike over the outgoing car, Stellantis (parent company of Peugeot, Vauxhall and Citroen, among others) has been pretty punchy in recent months, slashing costs to ensure certain models come in under the £40,000 VED threshold for 'luxury' cars. As such, we may see prices for certain variants – particularly the high-spec PHEVs and EVs – cut to make them more appealing to potential buyers. Now you can buy a car through our network of top dealers around the UK. Search for the latest deals… Find a car with the experts New Peugeot 208 GTi: electric hot hatch gets stunning looks and plenty of power New Peugeot 208 GTi: electric hot hatch gets stunning looks and plenty of power Hot Peugeot E-208 gets racier styling, 276bhp and does 0-62mph in just 5.7 seconds Car Deal of the Day: Kia Sportage at £255 per month can't be anything but popular Car Deal of the Day: Kia Sportage at £255 per month can't be anything but popular The Kia Sportage has earned its popularity over the years and deals like our Car Deal of the Day for June 14 won't do it any harm at all. New entry-level Renault Symbioz is £3k cheaper than a Nissan Qashqai New entry-level Renault Symbioz is £3k cheaper than a Nissan Qashqai The Renault Captur has also been fitted the new full-hybrid powertrain, which gets a bigger battery for more pure-electric driving
