Adrian Ardelean is a journalist based in Cluj-Napoca, Romania.
Broadcast working experience 15yrs
BBC Worldservice
Europa FM Radio, Romania
Digi24 TV, Romania

Are you tempted to buy an electric car in 2024? What you need to know and what to watch out for

01 Dec 2023  |  Europa Liberă România  |  Romanian  |  Sustainable Transportation

In the first 11 months of 2023, electric car sales in Romania increased by over 50% compared to the same period in 2022, with Dacia Spring and Tesla dominating the market. Romania now has over 40,000 electric cars, a 60% increase from the previous year. The article discusses the trends in the Romanian electric car market, including the growing presence of Chinese brands, the affordability of electric cars, and the improvements in vehicle range and charging infrastructure. Government programs like Rabla Plus continue to support electric car purchases, although the eco-bonus has been reduced. The article also highlights the importance of having convenient charging options for potential buyers in 2024.

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Călin Căciuleanu is a freelance journalist whose long-form work has most recently appeared in Panorama.ro and PressOne. He has over three years experience in covering labour and the economy for Ziare.com and writing financial crime-oriented news articles and features for the UK-based Financial ...

The Crisis in Romania's Factories: The Economic Trap the Industry Couldn't Escape in 2024

21 Jan 2025  |  Ziare.com  |  Romanian  |  European Economy

Romania's manufacturing industry faces a downturn, with the Purchasing Managers' Index (PMI) dropping to 47.3 in September, indicating economic contraction. The decline is attributed to reduced new orders, production volume, and workforce, with voluntary departures at companies like Automobile Dacia SA. Despite low labor costs, Romania struggles to attract investments as companies look to Asia. The German economic slowdown impacts Romania, with 21% of exports going to German firms. The industry's challenges contribute to a revised economic growth forecast of 2.8% for Romania in 2024.

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I'm based in the UK and I specialise in writing about cars, bikes, football and LGBTQ+ culture. I have a great passion for travel and interview pieces - there's nothing more exciting than meeting someone with a fascinating story to tell.

2024 Dacia Duster | PH Review

31 Oct 2024  |  www.pistonheads.com  |  English  |  Car Review

The 2024 Dacia Duster continues to uphold its reputation as a value-driven SUV, with the latest model offering enhanced technology and sophistication. Despite a price increase, it remains competitively priced compared to rivals. The new model introduces a hybrid option, improving fuel efficiency and driving experience. The Duster maintains its rugged appeal with improved off-road capabilities and a more refined interior. The review highlights the Duster's balance of affordability and quality, making it a popular choice among first-time buyers and loyal customers alike.

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Carlos Espinosa Calderón is a journalist based in Quito, Ecuador. I currently work for Agence France Presse as a stringer video journalist covering breaking news and preparing special reports. In the same way, I work for NUR Photo Agency developing stock video for editorial use. Interested in ...

This has been the favorite car brand of Spaniards in 2024

31 Dec 2024  |  Marca.com  |  Spanish  |  Car Sales

In 2024, Toyota emerged as the favorite car brand among Spaniards, achieving a 22% increase in sales and surpassing 100,000 units sold for the first time. The Toyota Corolla led the brand's sales, becoming the top-selling compact car, while the Yaris Cross and CH-R models also performed well. Dacia Sandero was noted as the best-selling model across all segments. Toyota's success marks its third consecutive year as the preferred car brand in Spain.

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Ellie Green is a foreign afffairs commentator based in London, United Kingdom.

On the Road Again: Choosing the Ultimate Adventure Companion – Cars for Epic Road Trips

23 Nov 2023  |  www.thetraveldaily.co.uk  |  English  |  Automotive

The article compares the Dacia Sandero and new Mercedes-Benz models as potential vehicles for road trips, highlighting the Sandero's affordability, reliability, and spacious interior, and the Mercedes-Benz's luxury, performance, and advanced technology. It advises considering budget, destination, terrain, and space needs when choosing a road trip vehicle.

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Pablo Gutierrez is a Emmy award-winning journalist based in Vienna, Austria. I’ve reported for Telemundo, NBC New York, MSNBC, Univision and Business Insider in the United States and recently I relocated to Europe. I’m bilingual,  English and Spanish, hard working and enterprising. I’ve covered ...

New SEAT Ibiza 2024: turbo engine and well equipped... for €16,066!

29 Mar 2024  |  es.motor1.com  |  Spanish  |  Product Launch

The SEAT Ibiza introduces the FR Aniversario trim with attractive aesthetics and exclusive features. The SEAT Arona follows with the FR Limited Edition. The new SEAT Ibiza 1.0 TSI 95 CV, priced at €16,066.42 for customers financing over 36 months, offers a turbo engine, manual transmission, and a range of safety and convenience features. Competing with models like Citroën C3, Dacia Sandero, and Toyota Yaris, it boasts a fuel-efficient consumption of 5.1 liters per 100 km and a spacious interior.

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Experienced journalist, copywriter and digital editor, now specialising in motoring.

I've worked in news, sport, business, entertainment and lifestyle across TV, radio, newspapers, magazines, teletext and online. Previous employers include the BBC and GMTV, plus ITV, the Press Association, Money ...

Imminent death of the manual handbrake

26 Oct 2023  |  Automotive Blog  |  English  |  Technology

Only 9% of new cars now come with manual handbrakes, a significant drop from previous years. CarGurus' study highlights that brands like Suzuki, Abarth, and Dacia still offer models with manual handbrakes, but no manufacturer offers them across their entire range. The decline is attributed to the convenience of electronic handbrakes, despite manual handbrakes being cheaper to repair and preferred by some drivers for their tactile feel. The trend suggests manual handbrakes may become extinct in mainstream cars by the end of the decade.

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David Lillywhite is a journalist based in Cambridgeshire, United Kingdom, but able to travel worldwide.

He is an experienced magazine and website editor, with extensive experience in automotive, particularly classic cars, road trips and events.

David also has expertise in automotive ...

This is how Dacia built its remarkable Sandriders for the 2025 Dakar Rally

10 Jan 2025  |  Magneto  |  English  |  Automotive Engineering

Dacia's Sandriders team has made a notable debut in the 2025 Dakar Rally, despite a setback with the disqualification of Sebastien Loeb and Fabian Lurquin's car. The team, developed in collaboration with Prodrive, showcases advanced engineering and design, with two cars still competing for a podium finish. The project, which builds on Prodrive's rallying experience, involves a significant logistical effort and innovative vehicle design, including a robust chassis and advanced safety features. Dacia aims for a strong result, with the rally concluding on January 17, 2025.

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HELENA MARTIN is a Brazilian journalist based in Boston, MA, United States.

Citroën launches the electric microcar Ami for 19.99 euros per month

27 Feb 2020  |  www.cocheglobal.com  |  Spanish  |  Urban Mobility

Citroën has introduced the Ami, a 100% electric microcar aimed at revolutionizing urban mobility. The Ami can be driven without a license, has a range of 70 kilometers, and a top speed of 45 km/h. It is available for purchase at 6,900 euros or through a rental plan at 19.99 euros per month after an initial payment. The vehicle targets young drivers and can be recharged at home. Citroën plans to integrate the Ami into Free2Move's carsharing fleet in Paris and will start accepting orders in France in March, with other European countries to follow.

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Stephen McGrath is a Romania-based correspondent. His work appears regularly in the international press, for publications including BBC, The Times, The Guardian, The Telegraph, The Spectator, New Statesman, Forbes, and others. 

In 2019, he was shortlisted in the Human Trafficking Foundation's ...

Owning Ceausescu's car: in the driving seat of a Communist dictator

27 Aug 2018  |  The Telegraph  |  English  |  Personal Story

Ovidiu Magureanu, a classic car enthusiast and self-taught restorer, recalls his childhood memories of communist Romania under Nicolae Ceausescu's rule. He recounts the hardships like lack of heating in winter and the dictator's public speeches. In an unexpected twist of fate, Magureanu purchased a Dacia 2000 for 1,500 euros in 2012, only to discover that it was a state-owned vehicle used to transport Ceausescu. He has dedicated years to restoring this piece of history. The story unfolds in Sighisoara, Transylvania, where a Dacia classic car rally is being held.

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CNN, CBS's 60 Minutes, NTN24, Australian ABC, ITV, Colombian RCN among others. 

I have dedicated my career to news production, though I am also known for my video editing skills and the ability to film my own stories under international standards. Particularly interested on scientific ...

The 10 Best-Selling Cars in November 2023 in Spain

30 Nov 2023  |  www.autofacil.es  |  Spanish  |  Sales

In November 2023, the Dacia Sandero leads car sales in Spain, followed by the Toyota Corolla and MG ZS. The article details the specifications, pricing, and sales figures of the top 10 best-selling cars, including models from Hyundai, Seat, Volkswagen, Tesla, Kia, Nissan, and Citroën. The Dacia Sandero has consistently been the top seller throughout the year, except for August and September when the MG ZS took the lead. The report provides a comprehensive overview of the automotive market trends in Spain for November 2023.

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I’m a freelance journalist in the truest sense of the word, a content writer, blogger and author of fiction. As a digital nomad, I explore the world and tell the stories I encounter. These are often about (slow) travel, adventure, the outdoors (hiking, camping), nature conservation, ecology and ...

Down but not out: how the European mink found refuge on an Estonian island

29 Mar 2022  |  www.theguardian.com  |  English  |  Environmental Protection

Tiit Maran, director of Tallinn Zoo and a European mink biologist, is working on the conservation of the critically endangered European mink on Hiiumaa island in Estonia. The island's natural borders and limited human population make it a potential refuge for the species, which has been driven to near extinction in Europe due to habitat destruction and competition from the invasive American mink. Maran's team has been releasing captive-bred European minks on the island since 2000, and despite initial challenges with captive males' breeding behaviors, the population has now stabilized. The article also discusses broader conservation efforts across Europe, including in Spain, where the government agency Tragsatec is actively managing American mink populations to protect the European mink. Maran emphasizes the importance of both short-term conservation efforts, like reintroduction, and long-term changes in human behavior for environmental protection.

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Alisdair Suttie is a journalist based in Edinburgh, United Kingdom, who specialises in motoring. He contributes to a wide variety of online and print outlets with news, reviews, features, motorsport and advice. Alisdair also regularly contributes to radio on new and classic cars.
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Dacia Duster Journey TCe 90

10 Jan 2024  |  Fleet World  |  English  |  Automotive Review

The article is a review of the current Dacia Duster model, particularly the Duster Journey TCe 90, ahead of the release of a new generation. The journalist revisits the vehicle's attributes, including its value for money, rugged utility, and suitability as a company car. The review covers a week's worth of experiences, noting the car's performance on deteriorating local roads, the quality of updates made in 2021, the infotainment system, and the practicality for family use. The Duster's engine performance, fuel economy, and tax implications are also discussed. The vehicle is praised for its handling on frosty back roads and its fuel efficiency, which closely matches the official claims.

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