In 2024, the 12-volt battery was the main cause of breakdown for motorists in Luxembourg, with 8,123 cases recorded, an increase of 8 % on the previous year. This highlights the importance of looking after your battery to avoid the inconvenience of a breakdown. Why [...]
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Misfuelling: a costly oversight!
Filling up with petrol is a relatively straightforward process, but a careless mistake can quickly prove costly. Filling up with the wrong fuel at the service station is a mistake that doesn't happen very often. Yet ACL recorded almost 1,115 fuel-related breakdowns in 2024. A breakdown down 20 %, [...]
Luxauto's Coffee - 1st season a success!
The first season of Luxauto's Coffee was a great success! The aim of this event is to bring together private individuals and professionals on a regular basis over breakfast on Sunday mornings. Three editions took place between July and October 2024, bringing together: + 400 visitors + 150 vehicles + 30 partners Domaines Vinsmoselle have [...]
Tests
Video - Cupra Formentor VZ 2.0 TSI reprogrammed: 380hp of fun!
Would you like to discover an even sharper version of Spain's most stylish SUV of the moment? Luxgears takes you to WOT Engineering to test a Cupra Formentor VZ in the expert hands of this Luxembourg-based tuner specialising in homologated engine reprogramming. The result? An impressive gain of 70 bhp and 80 Nm, [...].
Peugeot 3008 vs Tesla Model Y
In the automotive world, every time a new model is launched, there is a certain amount of interest, especially when it comes to electric vehicles. In 2024, it's the turn of the Peugeot 3008, which for the first time comes in an electric 100 % version, to enter the ring. Opposing it will be the formidable Tesla Model Y, the leading [...]
Twingo vs Fiat 500
In the city car arena, two icons challenge each other: the new Renault Twingo and the legendary Fiat 500. Inspired by the past but rooted in the present, these two cars capture the imagination of passers-by and connoisseurs alike. In this comparative test, we explore their differences, strengths and weaknesses to find out which one deserves the [...]
Buying guide
10 useful tips for buying or selling a used car
Buying or selling a used car can be a stressful experience, but with the right advice you can make it a success. Here are ten essential tips to help you make a success of your transaction. First and foremost, you need to realise that selling a vehicle yourself takes time. You have to accept the [...]
Incentives for the purchase of electric vehicles in Luxembourg in 2024
Changes to incentives for new cars The Luxembourg government has updated the mobility climate bonus from 01 October 2024. The bonus for the purchase of a new 100 % electric car will now be a maximum of €6,000, compared with €8,000 previously. This aid will be applied to vehicles that consume [...]
Financing your car loan with Clicredit
Luxauto.lu - the leading platform for car advertisements in Luxembourg - has just launched a new feature on its mobile application. Thanks to a partnership with Clicredit, a specialist in car and consumer loans, users can now simulate and submit their car loan application directly via their smartphones. Only on the Luxauto application This [...]