Car running costs a key concern for drivers
A new survey has found that 75% of drivers are worried that car running costs will increase in 2026. According to December’s Startline Used Car Tracker, 52% are concerned that […]
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Euro NCAP safety ratings reveal five-star winners
The latest Euro NCAP safety ratings have been released with the Mercedes-Benz CLA scoring highest among a host of five-star rankings. It achieved the top safety score after performing strongly […]
EV Training academy dedicated to fire services unveiled
Silverlake Automotive Recycling has unveiled the first Cobra EV Training Academy in the UK to help fire services safely handle electric vehicles. It has partnered with Cold Cut Systems UK […]
Public charging network up by 18% in a year
The UK public charging network for electric vehicles has grown by 18% in the last year, according to new data from Zapmap. It has reported that there were around 73,000 […]
Free apprenticeships for under 25s wiped out by costs
The benefits of free apprenticeships for under 25s will be wiped out by the rise in the minimum wage and national insurance contributions. This is according to new analysis from […]
Industry mourns sad passing of Brian Kerrison
The industry is mourning the sudden passing of Brian Kerrison, co-owner of Fix Auto Manchester East. Ian Pugh, managing director, Advantage Group of Companies, said: “It is with profound sadness […]
Thatcham Research and BYD announce repair collaboration
Thatcham Research and BYD have announced a 12-month agreement intended to lower repair, insurance and ownership costs for drivers of the Chinese brand. The partnership, which will start on 1 […]
Lock Out Drink Driving campaign backs alcohol interlocks
A new campaign, Lock Out Drink Driving, has been launched to tackle drink driving and improve road safety. The campaign will lobby government to introduce alcohol interlocks to prevent drink […]
Ford and Renault announce electric vehicle collaboration
Ford and Renault have announced a strategic partnership to support the US brand expand its electric vehicle offering in Europe. As part of the agreement, Ford plans to develop two […]
EU to delay 2035 ban on petrol and diesel sales
The European Union is expected to delay the 2035 ban on the sale of new petrol and diesel vehicles until 2040 – and the UK has been urged to follow […]
Vertu Motors renews BookMyGarage contract
Vertu Motors has renewed its repair and services partnership with BookMyGarage for another 12 months. It first began working with the platform to boost bookings for its aftersales workshops in […]
One in 15 number plates illegal, finds APPGTS report
About one in 15 number plates in the UK may be illegal, according to the findings of an All-Party Parliamentary Group for Transport Safety (APPGTS) report. The UK’s advanced Automatic […]
