Flooded roads a safety risk, warns The AA
Around a third of drivers say flooded roads pose a significant safety risk with drainage on local streets unable to cope with heavy rainfall. in the UK say that road […]
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Used car market remains robust in October
Older models drove resilience in the used car market in October, according to Dealer Auction’s latest Retail Margin Monitor. Setting the pace, Vauxhall secured two of the top 10 positions […]
Core Diagnostics expands ADAS calibrations service in France
Core Diagnostics has agreed an ADAS calibrations partnership with French glass replacement specialist 123 Pare-Brise. The deal with one of France’s largest glass replacement networks represents a significant expansion of […]
Ian Budsworth joins Credit Hire Organisation board
Auto Claims Assist managing director Ian Budsworth has joined the supervisory board of the Credit Hire Organisation (CHO). The CHO is the trade body for the UK credit hire industry. […]
Scrapping ECOS would slow EV uptake, warns NFDA
The National Franchised Dealers Association (NFDA) has urged Chancellor Rachel Reeves MP not to scrap the Employee Car Ownership Scheme (ECOS) in the Autumn Budget. It has said the proposed […]
HMG Paints secures ISO 14001 certification
Independent paint manufacturer HMG Paints has underlined its commitment to sustainability by achieving ISO 14001 certification. ISO 14001 is an internationally agreed standard that sets out the requirements for an […]
Car running costs are too expensive for a third of drivers
New research has revealed that a third of drivers need financial support from their parents to manage car running costs. Auto Trader surveyed more than 2,000 drivers and found that […]
Ben unveils Christmas Families Project
Automotive charity Ben is marking World Kindness Day by launching its Christmas Families Project. The project, which runs until 15 December, is now in its sixth year. It provides financial, emotional […]
Autosupplies Chesterfield acquired by Alliance Automotive Group
Autosupplies Chesterfield has announced that it has been acquired by Alliance Automotive Group UK & Ireland. The business was founded by David Clarke in 1990 as a paint and refinishing […]
Brake gears up for Road Safety Week
Road safety charity Brake is urging everyone to take part in its largest annual campaign, Road Safety Week, which takes place from 16-22 November. Every year more than 1,700 people […]
ADAS features not explained to new car owners
A new survey has revealed that less than half of motorists are given instructions on ADAS features when handed their new vehicle. According to Venson Automotive Solutions, just 42% of […]
Driveway divide hampering electric vehicle transition
EVA England has identified a widening gap in electric vehicle transition between those with driveways and those without. Its latest Steer the Conversation survey revealed a substantial ‘charging divide’ between […]