Europcar Mobility Group renews CBVC electric vehicle deal
Europcar Mobility Group UK has renewed its contract for the supply and management of its company cars with CBVC Vehicle Management for a further three years. The partnership is intended […]
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Used car prices remain resilient in August
Used car prices remained stable in August, falling just 0.1% on month-on-month basis. According to Auto Trader, average used car prices held firm at £16,316, with consumer demand up 7.3% […]
UK fleets demand clarity around 2030 ICE ban
UK fleets are calling for clarity from the government around the proposed 2030 ban on the sale of new petrol and diesel vehicles. The Labour party has pledged to reinstate […]
New survey reveals 6% increase in car journeys
The annual National Travel Survey (NTS) has found that the number of car journeys made in the UK rose by six per cent in 2023. It revealed that average trips […]
Stolen cars kicked into the long grass by ‘six-week weeding’
Data from the Office of National Statistics has revealed that there are up to 350 stolen cars in the UK every day. To improve the chances of stolen vehicles being […]
Automotive returns to top of vacancy charts
The UK automotive industry had a higher ratio of vacancies than any other sector in July, with 21,000 jobs unfilled. According to the ‘Vacancies by Sector’ chart, which is based […]
IFB warns of new moped crash-for-cash scam
The Insurance Fraud Bureau (IFB) has warned of a new motor insurance scam involving mopeds. Working with the City of London Police’s Insurance Fraud Enforcement Department (IFED), it has uncovered […]
ProXL FleXigrit GLIDE reduces buffing time by 75%
ProXL has launched FleXigrit GLIDE, an advanced abrasive disc with cutting-edge abrasive components, reducing compounding and buffing time by up to 75%. Through advanced 3D micro-structure technology, its surface area […]
Research reveals gender divide in car buying habits
New research has revealed a significant gender divide when it comes to buying a car. The latest Forecourt Foresight study, carried out by Close Brothers Motor Finance, surveyed dealerships on […]
Roberlo launches ROBMIX EVO mixing and application system
Roberlo has announced the launch of its new ROBMIX EVO mixing and application system. This advanced paint application system has been designed to offer superior quality, excellent performance and maximum […]
SMMT reports surge in commercial vehicle production
The Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT) has revealed that commercial vehicle production output soared 71.7% in July. After four months of decline, production climbed to 15,252 units, making […]
Fuel duty hike expected in Autumn Budget
The government is expected to announce 10p rise in fuel duty in the upcoming Autumn Budget. Fuel duty is the tax imposed by government on the sale of petrol and […]