Fuel prices set to soar
Fuel prices could be about to spike after global oil prices rose to their highest levels of the year. This follows production cuts of crude oil by both Russia and […]
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Government expected to delay 2030 petrol ban
The UK government is set to delay the 2030 ban on the sale of new petrol and diesel cars until 2035. It is currently holding an inquiry into the viability […]
Battery innovation critical to EV adoption
Fast charging battery technology is as critical as charging infrastructure in the transition to electric vehicles. This is according to StoreDot, which reveals that charging anxiety remains a key deterrence […]
Record entries for Motor Ombudsman Star Awards
The Motor Ombudsman has received nearly 2,300 entries for its Star Awards, which allows consumers to recognise automotive businesses who have delivered outstanding customer service. The awards are divided into […]
Government urged to act to support private EV purchases
Uptake of EVs has escalated 21-fold since 2018 with one sold every 60 seconds. They now account for 16% of all vehicles sold in the UK and this is expected […]
Used EV prices inch up in September
The price of used EVs rose in September after 12 months of consecutive decline. This is according to Auto Trader’s Retail Price Index, which has reported a 0.8% price rise […]
IMI becomes Automotive 30% Club sponsor
The Institute of the Motor Industry (IMI) has become the key sponsor of the Automotive 30% Club for 2023/24. The Club was founded in 2016 with the purpose of encouraging […]
Right turns pose the greatest driver risk
A new study has revealed that the most dangerous manoeuvre on British roads for car drivers is turning right. The study by Forbes Advisor used data from the Department for […]
Industry responds to government EV inquiry
The industry has responded to the House of Lords Climate Change Committee’s electric vehicle inquiry, which is seeking to understand how the 2030 ban on the sale of new petrol […]
Auto Windscreens names Best Technician
Auto Windscreens has named Jim Allen from the company’s Oxford Trade Centre as ‘Best Technician’ in the UK for the second year running. He won the award after competing against […]
Customer satisfaction high despite higher prices
Over three-quarters (80%) drivers believe they got a good deal on their used car purchase despite prices still averaging 37% higher than they were before the pandemic. A CarGurus survey […]
AI to accelerate EV adoption
Automotive engineers using artificial intelligence can reduce battery testing by up to 70%. This is according to Richard Ahlfeld, CEO and founder of AI software provider Monolith. He explained how […]