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Ben highlights financial support
- 12/07/2024
- Posted by: Alan Feldberg
- Category: News
Automotive industry charity Ben is highlighting the support it offers those in the industry struggling with money worries. According to its own research, 70 of those in the sector worry about money. This is up from 60% last year, with debt increasing from 19% to 22%, and those unable to budget effectively up from [...] -
DIY drivers risk MOT failures
- 10/04/2024
- Posted by: Alan Feldberg
- Category: News
New research has found that the cost-of-living crisis is driving many motorists to delay car repairs or carry them out themselves rather than paying for a professional. According to eBay UK, 35% of drivers would rather carry out minor repairs themselves than go to an established repairer, while 34% have said they [...] -
Cost counts most for used car buyers
- 19/03/2024
- Posted by: Alan Feldberg
- Category: News
Cost is the driving factor for most motorists considering buying a second-hand car, according to a new poll commissioned by the Motor Ombudsman. It found that 58% of respondents said money mattered more than model or make. Meanwhile, the research also revealed that buying from retailers was the preferred option [...] -
Cash-strapped drivers avoiding repairs
- 14/03/2024
- Posted by: Alan Feldberg
- Category: News
A new report has found that 8.5 million UK drivers are avoiding necessary repairs due to costs. According to Fixter, as many as 21 million drivers view regular car maintenance as a luxury rather than a necessity, with,52% of younger drivers admitting to neglecting repair and maintenance to cut [...] -
Cash-strapped drivers opt for DIY repairs
- 01/03/2024
- Posted by: Alan Feldberg
- Category: News
More and more drivers are carrying out car repairs themselves to save costs. According to a new survey of more than 4,500 car owners from WhoCanFixMyCar, 36% of UK drivers are more likely to attempt making their own car repairs than book a professional. Alarmingly, the survey also revealed that DIY repairs ended [...] -
MIB warns of rising instances of uninsured driving
- 02/01/2024
- Posted by: Alan Feldberg
- Category: News
Continued cost-of-living pressures could see more motorists risk driving without insurance this year. According to the Motor Insurers’ Bureau, driving without insurance could surge during 2024 as motorists look to cut their expenses. It has announced that it will invest a further £5m this year to tackle the [...] -
Ben unveils new five-year plan
- 16/11/2023
- Posted by: Alan Feldberg
- Category: News
Automotive charity Ben has unveiled a new five-year strategic plan to provide even greater support for the industry. Ben has experienced a significant increase in service demand since 2018, managing over 300% more enquiries through its confidential helpline and supporting over 200% more individuals through its [...] -
Buyers cool on EVs amidst rising costs
- 16/11/2023
- Posted by: Alan Feldberg
- Category: News
New research has revealed that more than a third of car buyers decided against an electric car because of the cost-of-living crisis. A survey of 2,525 UK drivers conducted by What Car? found that more than half (1,354) said they had either recently bought a new car or were actively in the market for a new model. [...] -
Dealers expected to do more when selling car finance
- 08/11/2023
- Posted by: Alan Feldberg
- Category: News
Half of UK consumers who have financed a vehicle purchase within the past 12 months are now concerned about the affordability of their monthly payments, according to a new survey commissioned by ALPHERA Financial Services. The survey found that 10% said they were ‘very concerned’ while a further 40% said they [...] -
Commercial drivers feeling the pressure
- 16/10/2023
- Posted by: Alan Feldberg
- Category: News
A quarter of UK van drivers have experienced mental health issues last year, while two-thirds felt overwhelmed at least once a month. According to a study by Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles of 1,000 UK van drivers, the cost of living crisis was cited as a leading cause of stress (54%), followed closely by work-life [...]