New HGV market goes into reverse in 2024 – SMMT
The UK’s new HGV market fell for the first time in three years in 2024, according to figures from the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT). It found that […]
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EV running costs half that of petrol cars
New analysis of car ownership costs has revealed that EV running costs are half that of a petrol equivalent. According to UK charging brand Andersen, the average annual cost of […]
NBRA to challenge EDAM Group administration non-payments
The NBRA has said it will challenge the announcement that repairers will not get any payouts following the EDAM Group administration. Credit hire company EDAM Group went into administration at […]
4.25 tonne electric vehicles facing MOT crisis
Just two per cent of DVSA test centres in the UK are equipped to carry out MOTs on 4.25 tonne electric vehicles. New data has revealed that of the 23,000 […]
ZEV Mandate targets unachievable without new incentives
ZEV Mandate targets are unachievable without new government incentives and wider industry support, according to the National Franchised Dealers Association. In a letter submitted in response to the government’s consultation […]
Inaugural FMGRS Apprentice Skills Competition unveiled
The inaugural FMGRS Apprentice Skills Competition will take place this month as the company underlines its commitment to developing the next generation of talent. FMGRS set out its commitment to developing […]
Headlight glare forcing drivers off the road – RAC
New research from the RAC has found that motorists are increasingly troubled by headlight glare with many driving less at night as a result. It found that 25% drive less […]
Motor insurance claims payouts hit record levels in 2024
The Association of British Insurers has reported that motor insurance claims payouts last year reached a record £11.7bn. It attributed this rise partly to higher vehicle repair costs, which totalled […]
Connected vehicle hacking on the increase
Connected vehicle hacking on a large scale and cyber attacks on mobility services increased from five per cent to 19% last year. According to Upstream Security, a US-based data security […]
Motor insurance premiums falling at record rates
Motor insurance premiums have fallen six per cent in the last three months and 8.8% in the last year. According to the Consumer Intelligence Car Insurance Price Index, the most […]
ClickMechanic doubled revenue to £5m in 2024
ClickMechanic doubled revenue via net bookings to around £5m last year, with technicians on the platform completing about £25m worth of work. The platform offers a full suite of services—including […]
Industry Insights appoints Alan Cottrill to motor claims business
Industry Insights has appointed Alan Cottrill to its motor claims business consultancy team. Having worked at Audatex, Sikkens and Trak Global, Cottrill is an experienced, results-driven digital claims, tech and […]
