Smooth operators cut fuel bills by 15%
Motorists could cut fuel bills by up to 15% by adopting a smoother driver style, according to road-safety organisation GEM Motoring Assist. For a driver covering 8,000 miles a year, […]
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Average petrol prices rise 5p in a week
Average petrol prices have risen 5p in the last week to 167.17p while diesel prices have increased to 188.63p, according to new data from the RAC. It has now warned […]
IAM RoadSmart announces new business driver programme
IAM RoadSmart has launched a new accreditation programme to help organisations better understand the way that they manage business driving risks. Built around recognised industry best practice and aligned with […]
Surventis Coatings enhances colour matching solution
Surventis Coatings has unveiled a new solution to help bodyshops match colours more effectively and improve the refinish process. It has developed Refinity, a cloud-based digital platform that connects products, […]
IMI sets out Autumn Budget wish-list for automotive
The Institute of the Motor Industry has submitted its ‘asks’ for the Autumn Budget, urging the government to recognise the key role of automotive workers. IMI CEO Nick Connor said […]
Two-tier used car market emerging – BCA
BCA has revealed a two-tier used car market as average used car prices fell by 7.4% in August to £6,994, their lowest value since December 2023. Meanwhile, prices are 4.9% down […]
Dealers back new vehicle scrappage scheme
New research has found overwhelming support among dealerships for a new vehicle scrappage scheme. September’s Startline Used Car Tracker found that 83% of dealers believe a scrappage scheme would support […]
Proactive drivers can cut car insurance policies by £300
Drivers can save up to £300 on their car insurance policies by shopping around a month before their existing policy expires. According to research carried out by MoneySuperMarket, motorists save […]
Minor vehicle damage pushing up claims costs
Driving instructors are facing claims of up to £3,000 as a result of minor vehicle damage incurred during lessons. Clipped wing mirrors and damaged bumpers are among the most common […]
Stellantis adds repairs to Eurorepar Car Service
Stellantis is expanding the Eurorepar Car Service offering with the launch of the new All-makes Bodyshop label. Eurorepar Car Service already provides maintenance and repair services for vehicles of all […]
Cleevely Group brings back ‘At Ease with EV’ training
Cleevely Group will host an updated ‘At East with EV’ practical training course at its Cheltenham workshop in November. The one-day course, which will take place on 7 November, is […]
Clock ticking for new AutoRaise Pitstop Challenge
AutoRaise is challenging automotive businesses to race against the clock for charity this November as part of its AutoRaise Pitstop Challenge. The industry-wide campaign, launched to celebrate AutoRaise’s 10th anniversary, […]