Cost counts most for used car buyers
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 […]
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Cash-strapped drivers avoiding repairs
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 […]
Cash-strapped drivers opt for DIY repairs
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 […]
MIB warns of rising instances of uninsured driving
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 […]
Ben unveils new five-year plan
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 […]
Buyers cool on EVs amidst rising costs
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 […]
Dealers expected to do more when selling car finance
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 […]
Commercial drivers feeling the pressure
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 […]
Car finance confusion continues despite demand
New research has found that a large proportion of drivers are confused by car finance packages. According to JATO Dynamics findings, over four in 10 (43%) don’t understand the details […]
Demand increases for Ben support
Demand for support from Ben has risen sharply in the second quarter of 2023. It reported a 23% year-on-year increase in enquiries and a 20% increase in support cases, with […]
CMA calls for swift action to address fuel prices
Fuel retailers can expect to come under greater scrutiny after a new report from the Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) called for a new ‘fuel monitor’ oversight body to ensure […]
Drivers seek home-help to cut repair costs
Almost 80% of motorists have turned to family member for automotive advice in the past 12 months in order to save money, with 22% of these doing so on at […]
