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MIB backs £1,200 fines for uninsured drivers

The Motor Insurer’s Bureau has proposed raising the fine for uninsured drivers from £300 to £1,200 as part of its Accelerating to Zero strategy. It launched Accelerating to Zero in […]

V-level qualifications consultation now open

The government has announced that its consultation on the introduction of V-level qualifications will run until 12 January. It has announced the new pathway for 16 to 19-year-olds will sit […]

Unplanned repairs leave drivers carless

RAC research has revealed that in the past year nearly four in 10 drivers have been without their car for at least a day due to unplanned repairs. It found […]

Electric vehicles dominate fastest-selling list

Electric vehicles have been selling at record speeds in October, with the list of fastest-selling models dominated by electric powertrains. Data from Auto Trader has revealed that the Tesla Model Y, […]

Auto Windscreens

Auto Windscreens secures ADAS contract with NFU Mutual

Auto Windscreens has announced a new three-year partnership with NFU Mutual to provide glass repair, replacement and ADAS calibrations. The news comes after significant investment from Auto Windscreens in ADAS calibrations, […]

Consumer spending falls as confidence wanes

New research has revealed consumer spending fell in the third quarter of the year because of fragile confidence in the UK economy. According to the Deloitte Consumer Tracker, consumer confidence […]

Dealer confidence in electric vehicles grows

Dealer confidence in electric vehicles is growing with more choosing to trade their part exchange electric vehicles than sell them at auction. Autorola reported that electric vehicle volumes on its […]

MOT fee to be reviewed

The Department for Transport has confirmed it will review the MOT fee to bring it in line with the demands of modern technology. It has said it will consult with […]