Used petrol cars top wish-list for new drivers
New research has revealed that 98% of newly qualified driver will get a used car as their first vehicle, with 84% opting for petrol and 12% selecting a diesel model. […]
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SMMT responds to ZEV mandate confirmation
The Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders has urged the government to provide greater industry support as it strives to meet the Zero Emission Vehicle mandate. The mandate stipulates that […]
Bristol Ambulance Fleet ARC secures VBRA certification
VBRA Commercial has announced that Bristol Ambulance Fleet ARC has become the first van recipient of the VBRA Structural Elite Van Standard. The award was presented by Thomas Hudd, national […]
Public charging costs set to fall
Rising prices of using rapid and ultra-rapid public charge points slowed in September are expected to begin falling in the coming weeks. According to RAC Charge Watch, it now costs […]
Fix Auto celebrates successes at Bodyshop Awards
Fix Auto UK is celebrating after Joe Heritage from Fix Auto Uxbridge and Nathan Webber from Fix Auto Mid Devon both triumphed at the Bodyshop Awards, which was held on […]
Government updates ZEV mandate
The UK government has updated its zero-emission vehicle (ZEV) mandate. The ZEV mandate stipulates what percentage of cars and vans sold by vehicle manufacturers must be zero emission from next […]
Manufacturing stalls after six-month growth
Six months of continued growth in UK car production fell in August as volumes fell 9.7% to 45,052 units. According to the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT), output was […]
Van drivers report £3.5bn worth of stolen tools
New research has revealed that more than a third of van drivers have been a victim of tool theft in the last 12 months. According to Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles, 36% […]
CV manufacturing hits 11-year high
British commercial vehicle (CV) manufacturing grew 8.6% to 6,600 units. According to the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT), this is the best August volume for 11 years continues […]
Turner prize for continued growth
TIDAL distribution partner Turner Supplies has moved into a purpose-built head office and distribution centre in Tunbridge Wells, Kent. Turner Supplies offers a daily service throughout Kent, South London and […]
ABI unveils cyber security tool for SMEs
The Association of British Insurers (ABI) has launched a free interactive tool to help SMEs assess their cyber security and plug any gaps. The Cyber Safety Tool asks a small […]
Used car values weakening
Used car values fell by their largest amount since 2008 in September. According to data from cap hpi, values dropped by 1.9%, or about £420, at the three-year, 60,000 point. […]
