Category Archives: Motoring News

PA, USA bridges “in miserable shape” says Ritzman

With a Sunday deadline for the state budget fast approaching, state Department of Transportation Deputy Secretary for Planning James D. Ritzman told the Schuylkill Chamber of Commerce members Wednesday that transportation funding should be a priority for both Republicans and Democrats in Harrisburg.

“This isn’t just a Republican issue. This isn’t just a Democratic issue. Roads and bridges aren’t Republican or Democrat,” Ritzman said Wednesday as the guest speaker for the chamber’s luncheon at Roman Delight in Orwigsburg.

Germany seeks to block EU auto CO2 emissions deal, sources say

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Germany won a delay on a deal to introduce a tougher CO2 emissions target for Europe’s new-car fleet in 2020, environmental campaigners said.

Heritage Motor Centre volunteers complete MGA restoration

Heritage Motor Centre volunteers complete  MGA restoration

A team of 25 dedicated volunteers at the Heritage Motor Centre at Gaydon have completed the restoration of a 1958 MGA Twin Cam Coupe chassis. The work began in November 2012 and the restoration was completed in May 2013.  The MGA will go on display in the Museum on Tuesday 25 June.

EU reaches deal on 2020 auto emissions law

EU reaches deal on 2020 auto emissions law

The European Union agreed on a compromise deal to enforce stricter rules on carbon dioxide emissions for all new EU automobiles from 2020.

Volkswagen ponders extra Golf production for holidays

Volkswagen is looking for volunteers among its work force in Wolfsburg to build its Golf hatchback during next month’s three-week plant holiday to keep up with customer orders.

Additional production shifts could point to a gradually improving outlook for Europe’s mass market carmakers, after export-heavy luxury brands like Mercedes-Benz already plan to produce throughout the summer.