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Used car prices remain resilient in August

Used car prices remained stable in August, falling just 0.1% on month-on-month basis. According to Auto Trader, average used car prices held firm at £16,316, with consumer demand up 7.3% […]

UK fleets demand clarity around 2030 ICE ban

UK fleets are calling for clarity from the government around the proposed 2030 ban on the sale of new petrol and diesel vehicles. The Labour party has pledged to reinstate […]

Automotive returns to top of vacancy charts

The UK automotive industry had a higher ratio of vacancies than any other sector in July, with 21,000 jobs unfilled. According to the ‘Vacancies by Sector’ chart, which is based […]

IFB warns of new moped crash-for-cash scam

The Insurance Fraud Bureau (IFB) has warned of a new motor insurance scam involving mopeds. Working with the City of London Police’s Insurance Fraud Enforcement Department (IFED), it has uncovered […]

Research reveals gender divide in car buying habits

New research has revealed a significant gender divide when it comes to buying a car. The latest Forecourt Foresight study, carried out by Close Brothers Motor Finance, surveyed dealerships on […]

SMMT reports surge in commercial vehicle production

The Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT) has revealed that commercial vehicle production output soared 71.7% in July. After four months of decline, production climbed to 15,252 units, making […]

Fuel duty hike expected in Autumn Budget

The government is expected to announce 10p rise in fuel duty in the upcoming Autumn Budget. Fuel duty is the tax imposed by government on the sale of petrol and […]