Older drivers should retake driving tests, survey finds
A new survey has revealed that there is widespread public support for further tests for older drivers. According to research from Uswitch, 61% of those surveyed believe older drivers should […]
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Replacement mobility key to customer satisfaction and production
New analysis by Enterprise Rent-A-Car has revealed that repairers are having to turn away work due a shortage of courtesy cars. Its survey of more than 100 repairers found that […]
£1bn grants for EV adoption not a silver bullet
Venson Automotive Solutions has urged businesses not to regard the government’s £1bn grants for electric vans and trucks as a silver bullet for adoption. The government is offering grants of […]
AA EV Readiness Index warns of ‘fragile’ transition
The UK is more ready for electric vehicles in the first quarter of 2026 than it was in the final quarter of 2025, according to the latest AA EV Readiness […]
Potholes push UK roads down global list
Potholes and poor drainage pushed the UK down into 15th place in a global survey into the condition of roads in different countries. DiscoverCars asked more than 11,000 drivers to […]
Alloy wheel damage surging after record rainfall
New research has revealed a sharp rise in alloy wheel damage caused by a combination of heavy rainfall and poor road surfaces. Analysis of alloy wheel claims data carried out […]
Number plate cloning could spike when ’26 plates launched
UK motorists have been warned to guard against number plate cloning ahead of new ‘26’ plates launching on 1 March. Number plate cloning is when fraudsters duplicate number plates of […]
RAC Connected enhanced with AI-powered safety features
The RAC has added AI-powered safety features to its telematics solution for fleet management, RAC Connected. It has partnered with CalAmp to improve its telematics platform with the option to […]
Express Bodyworks Group undamaged by nearby fire
Express Bodyworks Group has stated that a nearby fire has not damaged its Wolverhampton South site and all customer vehicles have been removed. Managing director Kieran Perks said the fire […]
Automotive skills shortage exposed in new European report
A new report is calling for urgent action after highlighting the extent of the automotive skills shortage across Europe. Produced by The European Automobile Manufacturers’ Association and talent company Adecco […]
Motor insurance market facing challenging 2026
New research from EY has predicted that the UK motor insurance market will make a loss next year, after just breaking even in 2025. After recording a net combined ratio […]
One in 15 number plates illegal, finds APPGTS report
About one in 15 number plates in the UK may be illegal, according to the findings of an All-Party Parliamentary Group for Transport Safety (APPGTS) report. The UK’s advanced Automatic […]