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Government considering diesel scrappage scheme

The government could pay drivers to scrap their older diesel cars, as part of its fight against urban pollution. Reports suggest the scheme, which could be announced this week, could […]

ICO continues data leak search

Two search warrants have been executed by the Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO) at properties in the north west as part of an ongoing investigation into nuisance calls related to data […]

Dacia reaches six-figure target

Dacia has sold 100,000 vehicles in the UK since launching here in 2013. Over 94% of Dacia sales are to retail customers, with Scotland its most popular market, where it […]

30 up for GB Refinish

GB Refinish Supplies has just celebrated its 30th birthday. Based in Greenhithe, near Dartford in Kent, the company puts its longevity and success in a difficult market down to its […]

Fix Auto plugs Watford gap

Fix Auto UK’s growth inside the M25 motorway continued, with the announcement that Northwood Coachworks has joined the network, becoming the 11th Fix Auto bodyshop operating in the region. The […]

Volvo unwraps new XC60

Volvo Cars has announced it will start production of its new XC60 mid-size SUV this month, with plans for it to leave the factory 90 years to the month after […]

RHA welcomes Thames Crossing announcement

Up to 4.5 million HGVs are expected to use the additional Thames Crossing, which will create a new link between the A2 and the M25, in its first year – […]

Motoring costs up to 20% of wages

The average worker spends nearly a fifth of their wages on essential motoring costs. Research from YourParkingSpace.co.uk found that costs of car finance, fuel and insurance account for 19.5% of […]

Recalls going unanswered

Millions of motorists are putting themselves and other road users at risk by not getting dangerous faults fixed, even though the repairs would be carried out for free. An investigation […]

Mercedes-Benz goes straight to RAC

Mercedes-Benz Cars has appointed the RAC as its new roadside assistance partner. The RAC will support Mercedes-Benz in ensuring customers spend minimal time at the roadside. Customers will be attended […]

A new 122-year high

ŠKODA sold more cars in the first quarter of 2017 than ever before. Between January and March, the brand delivered 283,500 vehicles to customers, up from 276,600 in the same […]

Are your tyres in egg-cellent Easter condition?

TyreSafe is urging drivers to check their tyres before travelling this Easter. It’s awareness campaign is even being featured in a national advertising campaign from Highways England and THINK! Half […]