Private electric vehicle ownership on upwards trend
Private electric vehicle ownership in the UK has risen 46% in a year, according to AA analysis of DVLA figures. It found that the number of privately owned EVs increased […]
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TPS Ipswich enhances service with second site
Volkswagen Group approved genuine parts supplier TPS Ipswich has enhanced its service to independent repairers by opening a new site in Colchester. The 12,897 sqft facility, which will be supported by […]
Familiar barriers still slowing electric vehicle adoption
New data has revealed a renewed rise in perceived barriers to electric vehicle adoption in the first quarter of 2026. Despite the fuel crisis, Europcar’s EV Barometer has reported that […]
RAC calls for court powers to reduce speeding offences
More than 4,000 drivers with 12 or more penalty points for speeding offences are still driving, according to the RAC. Its Freedom of Information request to the DVLA revealed that […]
Short-term vehicle leases growing in popularity
Companies are increasingly switching to short-term vehicle leases to improve flexibility and reduce cost pressures, according to Liquid Fleet. It has reported a growing demand for leasing contracts from six […]
Light commercial vehicle market on road to recovery
The new light commercial vehicle market rose 3.6% in May to 23,620 units, according to the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT). LCV growth was driven by increased demand […]
Worn-Warn campaign highlights risks of used tyres
The Motor Ombudsman is highlighting the potential risks of fitting used tyres through a new campaign, ‘Worn-Warn’. The campaign, backed by charity TyreSafe, follows a survey of 2,000 UK adults […]
Home charging key to electric vehicle transition
A new white paper has warned that millions of households are being excluded from the electric vehicle transition due mainly to home charging issues. Putting the Driver First, published by […]
New car sales hit post-pandemic high – SMMT
New car sales in the May hit their highest levels since before the pandemic, according to the latest figures from the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders. It reported a […]
Manager burnout a growing concern, warns AFP
The Association of Fleet Professionals has warned the industry that burnout among managers is becoming a growing concern. It has found that the challenge of coping with a rapidly changing […]
IAAF calls from higher mandatory minimum MOT fee
The Independent Automotive Aftermarket Federation (IAAF) is calling for a mandatory minimum MOT fee of £54.85. Under current regulations £54.85 is the maximum MOT fee, but the IAAF believes this […]
Used BYD sales set new UK record
Demand for used BYD models reached record levels in April as the Chinese brand continues to increase its UK presence. According to used car market data provider MarketCheck, BYD sales […]