#CarTok tips can do long-term damage – Auto Trader
More than 876 million car videos have been broadcast on TikTok under the #CarTok hashtag, however, drivers have been warned to be wary of some of the top tips. The […]
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Government extends plug-in van grant for another year
The Department for Transport has announced that the plug-in van grant will be extended for another year. The scheme offers drivers grants of up to £2,500 when buying small vans […]
Cap HPI reveals automatics over manuals trend
Cap HPI has revealed an accelerating trend of automatics over manuals in the UK, with automatics now making up about a third of the car parc. Its data has uncovered a […]
Veterans career guide announced by Mission Automotive
A new veterans career guide has been unveiled by Mission Automotive in partnership with the SMMT to recruit more ex-forces personnel to the sector. The guide, announced as the industry gears up […]
White van man stereotype debunked by Mercedes-Benz
New research from Mercedes-Benz Vans UK has debunked the stereotype of the ‘white van man’, with almost half now degree-qualified. It found that 46% of van drivers hold a Foundation, […]
BMW announces pause to Oxford Mini factory upgrade
BMW has said low electric vehicle sales are behind its decision to delay a £600m upgrade of its Oxford Mini factory. The news comes just weeks after Stellantis confirmed it […]
Thatcham Research welcomes new legislation on theft devices
Thatcham Research has welcomed the government’s new Crime and Policing Bill targeting electronic devices used in vehicle theft, while emphasising the need for a comprehensive approach to combat increasingly sophisticated […]
West Midlands named car theft capital of UK
DVLA data has revealed the regions where drivers are most likely to have their vehicles stolen, with the West Midlands named the car theft capital of the UK. In total, […]
Project M-LightEn to cut chassis weights by 25%
Gordon Murray Group (GMG) has announced a new consortium project, Project M-LightEn, to create a new generation of chassis that is 25% lighter and 50% greener. Supported by Innovate UK […]
Buyer bids on EVs and hybrids spike in January
Digital marketplace Dealer Auction has reported a dramatic spike in bids on EVs and hybrids in January, with the Toyota Prius identified as the top performer. It found that bids surged […]
Used electric vehicle values 10% cheaper than ICE models
Used electric vehicle values are about 10% cheaper than petrol or diesel equivalents from the same manufacturer, according to new research. CarGurus has found that used combustion engine models are […]
Spike in alloy wheel repairs driven by poor road quality
The poor condition of UK roads has led to a sharp increase in alloy wheel repairs. According to smart repairer Revive! UK, wheel repair sales increased by 10% during 2024 […]
