Private EV demand lagging behind business users
New research from the BVRLA has revealed that EV demand among private drivers is catching up with business users, but still has a long way to go. Its most recent […]
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Van drivers missing more work days through injury
About a quarter of UK van drivers had time off work last year after sustaining loading-related injuries. According to research carried out by Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles, 28% of van drivers […]
Repairify marks World Mental Health Day with key appointment
Repairify is marking World Mental Health Day on 10 October by investing further in the wellbeing of its workforce. It has announced that operations manager Steve Mullen has been named […]
Pothole-related call-outs tipped to hit new record
The AA has attended nearly 480,000 pothole-related call-outs so far this year, responding to 50,244 incidents last month alone. This is a four per cent year-on-year increase and the highest […]
Uninsured driving targeted in joint MIB/police operation
The Motor Insurers’ Bureau (MIB) has collaborated with Police Scotland to tackle uninsured driving in the country. More than 30 officers stopped and seized vehicles driven by uninsured motorist along […]
Electric vehicle chargers in motorway fast lane
A survey by Zapmap has reported a 51% increase in 150kW+ electric vehicle chargers at motorway service stations in England since the beginning of the year. According to research carried […]
ADAS integration surging according to PARTS report
A new report has revealed that 10 out of 14 ADAS features were included in more than 50% of passenger cars developed by July 2023. Meanwhile, five of the 10 […]
NaVCIS operation recovers 316 stolen vehicles
An operation by the National Vehicle Crime Intelligence Service (NaVCIS) recovered 316 stolen vehicles last week. The operation was conducted at nine UK ports, resulting in 180 arrests being made. […]
Drink driving figures prompt calls for new measures
New figures have revealed the extent of drink driving in the UK, with 27,837 people convicted of the offense more than once over the 11 years leading up to 20 […]
RHCV acquires Renault Truck Commercials site
RHCV has expanded its footprint in the Midlands with the acquisition of a new dealership in Coventry. It has acquired the Renault Truck Commercials Coventry site for an undisclosed sum. The […]
Commercial vehicle sales rise despite EV falls
Britain’s new light commercial vehicle (LCV) market grew for the second month running in September. According to new figures published by the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders, registrations rose […]
VM electric vehicle discounts to reach £2bn this year
Vehicle manufacturers are on course to spend about £2bn on electric vehicle discounts this year, according to the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders. This comes as they struggle to […]