Motoring laws update reminder: Using mobile phones behind the wheel

Motoring laws are constantly evolving to help keep us safer on the UK's roads. We've lined up a series of reminders for you and will publish them in this blog over the coming weeks. 

Here's the first one- Using mobile phones behind the wheel- as of March 1st:

Due to the amount of motorists caught by police using mobile phones behind the wheel of their cars, officials have been forced to introduce much heftier penalties in order to deter would-be lawbreakers.

The new legislation means that anyone caught using a mobile phone while behind the wheel of a car will receive a MINIMUM of six penalty points and a £200 fine, which is exactly double the previous penalty of three points and a £100 fine.

As well as that, drivers will no longer be given the opportunity to complete a National Driver Offender Retraining Scheme (NDORS) course as an alternative to receiving points on their licences.

Finally, new drivers who passed their tests within the past two years, now also run the risk of having their licence revoked upon their first offence, if they’re found guilty of using a phone while driving.

Don't forget to check back for more motoring laws updates!

AND- Don't forget you can see our full selection of new and used vehicles at www.draytonmotors.com or call us on 01205 820408.

The New Kia Stonic Press Release!

KIA STONIC: AN EYE-CATCHING AND CONFIDENT COMPACT CROSSOVER

• An important all-new model for Kia in a fast-growing segment
• Eye-catching, confident, SUV inspired design
• Combines agile handling and a sporty ride for an exciting drive
• Powered by a range of lightweight, downsized engines
• Cabin combines style and technology options
• Smart packaging for a spacious and versatile cabin
• Strong, lightweight body with new driver-assist technologies
• On sale in Europe during Q3 2017 
• The all-new Kia Stonic is an eye-catching and confident compact crossover, and is set to become an important conquest model for Kia in one of Europe’s newest and fastest-growing vehicle segments. 

The B-SUV segment currently accounts for 1.1 million new car sales in Europe each year – around seven per cent of the market – and is forecast to expand to more than two million annual sales by 2020. 

Michael Cole, Chief Operating Officer of Kia Motors Europe, comments: “The Kia Stonic will be one of the most compelling new cars in this rapidly-expanding class, backed by Kia’s unique warranty, and the brand’s reputation for reliability, quality and contemporary design. As the segment expands, the Stonic looks set to become one of our best-selling cars.” 

 “By volume, the B-SUV market is expected to overtake the C-SUV segment by 2020, when more than one in ten new cars sold in Europe will be from the Stonic’s segment. The B-SUV segment attracts buyers from across the spectrum, with 21 per cent of all customers upsizing from a supermini, and another 15 per cent downsizing from their family hatchbacks. Cars like the Stonic also appeal to those looking to replace their compact MPVs.” 

The design of the car is one of the brand’s most striking to date, yet it is immediately recognisable as a Kia thanks to key signature design elements, such as the ‘tiger-nose’ grille. Designed in Europe, in collaboration with Kia’s Korean design studio, the body blends sharp horizontal feature lines with softer sculpted surfaces. Induviduality is important to many customers in the B-SUV segment, and the Stonic’s ‘Targa’-style roof enables buyers to choose a two-tone paint finish, inspired by the design of the 2013 Kia Provo concept. It will be available in Europe with up to 20 two-tone colour combinations, with a choice of up to five distinctive colours for the roof. 

A range of lightweight, downsized, turbocharged petrol and diesel engines are available, each paired with a manual transmission, maximising driver engagement and efficiency. Buyers have the choice of Kia’s lightweight 1.0-litre T-GDI (turbocharged gasoline direct injection) engine, producing 120 ps, as well as 1.25- or 1.4-litre naturally-aspirated MPI (multi-point injection) petrol engines. An efficient 1.6-litre diesel engine completes the range, offering the lowest emissions in the line-up. 

The car’s European-tuned steering and suspension are designed to offer an exciting drive, with immediate handling responses and a stable ride. The car is fitted as standard with Electronic Stability Control (ESC) and Vehicle Stability Management (VSM), ensuring the front-wheel drive Stonic remains enjoyable and confidence-inspiring to drive in all conditions. Specific functions of VSM include Torque Vectoring by Braking, Straight Line Stability, and Cornering Brake Control.

 The Stonic’s European-designed cabin places technology and ergonomics at its heart, offering buyers as much potential for individuality as the exterior with a range of vivid colour packs for buyers to choose from. One of the smartest cars in its class, it provides owners infotainment technologies designed to enhance safety, comfort and convenience. The car gets Apple CarPlay™ and Android Auto™ as standard, bringing seamless smartphone functionality to the touchscreen infotainment system. Like other Kia models, it is available with a broad range of technologies to enhance comfort and convenience, including heated front seats, cruise control and keyless entry. 

Within its compact exterior dimensions, the Stonic’s smart packaging maximises interior space for all occupants. The car offers class-leading shoulder room and generous leg- and head-room, while the versatile 352-litre (VDA) boot has a two-step boot floor. 

The car is built on a strong, safe and lightweight platform and bodyshell, with Advanced High Strength Steel accounting for 51 per cent of materials used. The body ensures driving confidence, passenger comfort and refinement in all conditions. Buyers can choose from a selection of Kia’s DRiVE WISE Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS) to further enhance active safety. These technologies include Autonomous Emergency Braking with pedestrian recognition and Forward Collision Alert; Blind Spot Detection with Rear Cross Traffic Alert; and Lane Departure Warning System. Backed by a new fusion camera system, Stonic offers High Beam Assist and Driver Attention Warning to further satisfy the safety needs of customers. 

Backed by Kia’s quality promise, the car will be sold as standard with the company’s unique seven-year, 100,000 mile warranty. It goes on sale across Europe during the third quarter of 2017.

Don't forget you can see our full selection of new and used vehicles at www.draytonmotors.com or call us on 01205 820408.

Drayton Motors at the Lincolnshire Show!

Are you coming to the Lincolnshire Show on Wednesday 21st or Thursday 22nd June? We'll have a big stand there, Row 2, stand 10 to be exact.

This: coming with us to the show!

We'll have the following vehicles there for you to have a look at:

RO14XAD           Carens 2 1.7CRDI                           Powder Blue
AJ66MXE           Ceed GT Line CRDi                         Dark Gun
LG65RMY          Ceed GT                                        Track Red
DY66ZXZ           Optima SW                                    Fusion White
AK17HGA          Rio 5dr 1.0T 2                               Blaze red
AD15PKO          Sorento KX4                                  Silver
FG15GZF          Soul Connect                                 Black
LG66RNN          Sportage 3                                    White
SL17CKA          Venga 4 Auto                                 White
OY13ZVU         Landrover Defender                       Grey
2017               Picanto GT Line S Demo                 White

Come and say hello and have a chat and a browse. Be great to see you!

Don't forget you can see our full selection of new and used vehicles at www.draytonmotors.com or call us on 01205 820408.

Hope to see you at the show!!

We're hiring! Vehicle Technician required

Looking for a new challenge?

Vehicle Technician

We're looking for a dynamic and driven Technician to work within our expanding award winning dealership.

You will carry out servicing, testing and diagnostic work, interpreting repair order instructions and technical information to our high standards. You will work within our dedicated aftersales team reporting to our service manager.

Salary to be discussed at interview.

Working Monday to Friday 8:30am - 5:30pm and every other Saturday 8:30am - 12:30pm

Please email: darren.bradford@draytonmotors.com 

with your CV for more information.

ALL-NEW NIRO AVAILABLE AT DRAYTON MOTORS WINS BEST HYBRID IN 2017 DIESEL CAR AWARDS

ALL-NEW NIRO AVAILABLE AT DRAYTON MOTORS WINS BEST HYBRID IN 2017 DIESEL CAR AWARDS

•All-New Kia Niro available at local Kia dealership, Drayton Motors tops the hybrid category in the joint Diesel Car and Eco Car 2017 awards
•Sportage claims third position out of the top 50 highly rated vehicles available in the UK 
•Kia models impressed judges with their practicality, style, economy and value for money

Kia has received yet more recognition and won a tightly contested award in this years’ Diesel Car and Eco Car Awards, with the all-new Kia Niro hybrid crossover winning best hybrid vehicle and the Kia cee’d and Sportage models coming well within the top 50 cars available in the UK, concluded by the panel of judges of Diesel Car and Eco Car – all of which models are available at Drayton Motors in Swineshead, near Boston, Lincolnshire.

The all-new Niro was launched in August 2016 and presents customers with the high efficiency and low running costs of a petrol-electric car with the style, practicality and desirability of a compact crossover. The judges awarded the model with an overall place of 38 and were impressed by the vehicle’s efficiency and customer-friendly styling and practicality. 

Ian Robertson, Editor and Publisher of Diesel Car and Eco Car commented, “Some hybrids have often come under fire for being awkwardly styled, but not so the Kia Niro, which embraces the booming crossover trend, but still offers wallet-friendly running costs. Looking just as stylish as the Sportage SUV, the Niro can return over 70mpg and offer all the space a family should need. It might be high-tech, but its comprehensive seven-year warranty will reassure owners that this family-sized Kia is built to last.”

Last years’ car of the year for Diesel Car, the Kia Sportage, available at Drayton Motors came in at a very respectable number three overall in the 2017 awards. 

“Last year’s winner can hold its head high, smashing sales targets for Kia and still being one of the best medium SUVs money can buy. The latest Sportage is the biggest yet, with plenty of space for five people and their luggage. On the road, the 1.7- and 2.0-litre diesel engines are refined, easy to drive and free from body roll in the corners, making it a relaxing place for passengers. That awesome seven-year warranty and an impressive list of standard kit makes the Sportage an even more compelling buy.” Said Ian Robertson, Editor and Publisher of Diesel Car and Eco Car.

Finally, it was the Kia cee’d, available at Drayton Motors which also received highly positive recognition from the judges, the model came well into the top 50 taking spot 40. It impressed judges with its sharp and handsome looks, generous equipment levels, good road manners, economy and that it’s managed to stay competitive even in 2017.

Darren Bradford, General Manager at Drayton Motors commented: “This is great recognition for not only the Kia Niro, but also for the Kia cee’d and Sportage. We believe in giving customers a great experience, and delivering fantastic new and used products. We look forward to showing more residents in Lincolnshire the fantastic Kia range available and new product line coming later this year – Kia’s new and existing customers are going to be well catered for”.

See more from Drayton Motors at www.draytonmotors.com

SOPHISTICATED ALL-NEW PICANTO ARRIVES AT DRAYTON MOTORS

SOPHISTICATED ALL-NEW PICANTO ARRIVES AT DRAYTON MOTORS

• Third generation of Kia’s stylish city car available at Drayton Motors
• Kia’s Picanto is available with advanced driver aids and connectivity features
• Priced from £9,450 on the road at Drayton Motors in Lincolnshire

All-New Kia Picanto, at Drayton Motors!

Kia’s sportiest ever small car is now on sale at Drayton Motors priced from £9,450, packed with advanced connectivity and driver assistance features. The third generation of Kia’s stylish city car, the All-New Kia Picanto is technologically advanced, more stylish and more refined than its predecessors.

The Kia Picanto offers nine versions, based on two engines, two transmissions and five trim lines – badged ‘1’, ‘2’, ‘3’, ‘GT-Line’ and ‘GT-Line S’. ‘GT-Line’ and ‘GT-Line S’ bring an unprecedented level of sportiness to the Picanto range, with bespoke exterior and interior styling and exclusive trim features.

The car is confidently more stylish, spacious, sportier and modern than the outgoing version. Based on an all-new platform featuring twice as much high-strength steel as the previous Picanto, the All-New model offers increased safety.

The All-New Picanto comes with air conditioning, electric rear windows, electric heated door mirrors, Bluetooth with music streaming, a leather-trimmed steering wheel, gear-lever and driver's seat height adjustment. Kia Connected Services fitted are powered by TomTom and owners of the car can access Android Auto and Apple CarPlay via apps pre-loaded onto a smartphone.

Darren Bradford from Drayton Motors commented “At Drayton Motors we are really excited to offer the brand-new Kia Picanto to our customers in Lincolnshire.

“The Picanto has been one of strongest models in the Kia range for a number of years and we are very excited to reveal the latest generation. We know our customers will love the new technology, as well as a more practical and stylish interior so we are looking forward to seeing motorists in Lincolnshire come down for a test drive!”

As with all Kia models, the Picanto comes with the best warranty in the business- a seven-year/100,000-mile declaration of faith in the reliability and quality of the car, covering all labour and parts except those subject to normal wear and tear. The warranty is available from Drayton Motors in Swineshead, transferable if the car is sold before the time/mileage limit expires.

See more from Drayton Motors at www.draytonmotors.com

KIA ANNOUNCES SPRING DEALS AVAILABLE AT Drayton Motors from APRIL

KIA ANNOUNCES SPRING DEALS AVAILABLE AT Drayton Motors from APRIL 

• The latest pro_cee’d, cee’d and cee’d Sportswagon buyers can upgrade from a ‘2’ grade to ‘GT-Line’ at no extra cost 
• Free upgrade to Sportswagon on Optima 
• Free Kia Care-3 on all models in April
• Free home charging point for EV and PHEV buyers  

Kia Motors UK Ltd is continuing to offer a strong range of customer offers across the entire line-up, available at Drayton Motors.

The Kia Upgrade

Customers in Lincolnshire can benefit from the ‘Kia Upgrade’ offer which gives them a great opportunity to upgrade to some of Kia’s most stylish models. On the latest pro_cee’d, cee’d
and cee’d Sportswagon, prospective buyers will be able to upgrade from a ‘2’ grade to ‘GT-Line’ at no extra cost, with the benefit of a £500 Personal Contract Purchase deposit contribution as well. That's a wealth of style, technology and comfort add-ons – worth up to £1,925 – free of charge. 

In addition to the cee’d upgrade, Kia is continuing the Q1 offer for the Optima saloon, which allows buyers to upgrade to the equivalent version of the All-New Optima Sportswagon at no extra cost, with £1,000 Personal Contract Purchase deposit contribution. 

Following the huge success of January’s free Kia Care-3 offer on SUVs, Kia Motors will be running a similar campaign in April, offering three free services for all models in the range for orders placed before 30 April.

In addition, members of the Caravan and Motorhome Club buying a Sorento privately through the Kia dealer network will benefit from £1,000 towards Kia accessories. All grades have all-wheel drive, hill-start assist, trailer stability assist, reversing sensors and can haul between 2,000kg and 2,500kg depending on the version, meaning this SUV is a perfect companion for caravanning adventures. 

Finally, those who purchase Kia’s new Soul EV and the All-New Optima Plug-in Hybrid will be able to benefit from a free home charging point including free installation. This will allow them to take full advantage of the range and economy offered by these two groundbreaking vehicles.

“There are some fantastic offers available on our Kia range,” said Darren Bradford from Drayton Motors. “We are excited for this quarter and welcome customers to drop in to the dealership for more information, or to take one of the models out on a test drive.” 


NB: All offers available to private customers only, excluding Personal Contract Hire customers.

See more from Drayton Motors at www.draytonmotors.com