MOT backlog at authorised test centres for electric vehicles
Venson Automotive Solutions has revealed that just two authorised test centres for electric vehicles over 3.5 tonnes have opened in the UK in the last nine months. It secured this […]
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Tyre defects lead to 2.15 million MOT failures
New figures from the Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency have revealed that 2.15 million vehicles failed their MOTs because of tyre defects. This is up from just over two million […]
MOT updates for EVs and ADAS under consideration
It has been reported that the government is considering a series of MOT updates for electric vehicles and those with ADAS features. The European Commission has proposed a series of […]
Vehicle recalls campaign earns dealers £1.2m
Dealers have increased revenues by more than £1.2m in a year through digital campaigns focused on vehicle recalls. The campaigns were led by automotive marketing software company Marketing Delivery to […]
MOT Annual Assessment deadline looms
The Institute of the Motor Industry (IMI) has issued a final call for technicians to complete their annual MOT Annual Assessment. More than 11,000 technicians have not yet completed their […]
DIY vehicle repairs on the increase amidst cost of living crisis
New research has found that more drivers are turning to social media for advice on how to carry out DIY vehicle repairs to save money. According to experts at temporary […]
Reduce regulations for zero emission vans – NFDA
The National Franchised Dealers Association (NFDA) has urged the government to reduce regulations for fleets operating zero emission vans. In its response to a government consultation on proposals to reduce […]
4.25 tonne electric vehicles facing MOT crisis
Just two per cent of DVSA test centres in the UK are equipped to carry out MOTs on 4.25 tonne electric vehicles. New data has revealed that of the 23,000 […]
Northern Ireland announces biennial MOT testing consultation
The Department for Infrastructure in Northern Ireland has announced a consultation on biennial MOT testing. The consultation, which will run until 16 April, will gather industry and public feedback on […]
Digital service boosts revenues for independent bodyshops
Revenues for independent bodyshops swelled by £22.26m in the last quarter of 2024 through BookMyGarage services. BookMyGarage is an online MOT and services booking website. The growth, which translates to […]
IGA calls for MOT price cap review
The Independent Garage Association (IGA) has urged the government to review the MOT price cap, which has not changed in 14 years. It has written to new Transport Secretary Heidi […]
NFDA urges swift MOT action in Northern Ireland
The National Franchised Dealers Association Northern Ireland (NFDA-NI) has urged swift action on the MOT backlog with average waiting times for a test up to 72 days. The MOT testing regime […]
