Cost of living

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 […]

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 […]

Drivers intimidated by used car confusion

New research has found that motorists do not understand how much buying a used car will really cost them, making the process intimidating, complex, and stressful. The report by digital […]

Car finance critical in cost-of-living crisis

The automotive finance market has grown significantly over the last decade, with 60% having bought their cars on finance in 2022. That’s according to JATO Dynamics’ latest consumer research, ‘Driving […]

Drivers cut mileage to cut fuel costs

New research has revealed that of the 20 million drivers who regularly use their car for journeys of between one to two miles, some 6.9 million (34%) want to switch […]