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Thatcham Research has announced that the BMW X has been crowned winner of the 2026 What Car? Safety Award. It rated every model on safety, security and sustainable repair. The […]

Thatcham Research and BYD have announced a 12-month agreement intended to lower repair, insurance and ownership costs for drivers of the Chinese brand. The partnership, which will start on 1 […]

Thatcham Research is supporting the government’s automated vehicles consultation, Developing the automated vehicles regulatory framework. Running until 5 March, it follows the introduction of the Automated Vehicles Act and will […]

A comprehensive new survey commissioned by Thatcham Research has revealed that 82% of UK drivers feel safer with ADAS features in their vehicles. The study, carried out by the Centre […]

A new report from Thatcham Research, following a two-year Tesla mega casting study, has revealed that vehicles incorporating aluminium mega cast technology can deliver substantial repair cost savings compared to […]

Thatcham Research has announced its Automotive Academy will host assessments for the Bodyshop Magazine Awards. For the first time the Automotive Academy will host all the practical assessments for the […]

Thatcham Research has joined forces with the National Vehicle Crime Intelligence Service (NaVCIS) to tackle vehicle theft in the UK. Despite the UK having the highest levels of on-vehicle security […]

The government has launched a series of automated vehicle consultations to support the safe adoption of AVs on UK roads. It is now encouraging expert insights from stakeholders around issues […]

Thatcham Research has called for the introduction of battery standards and skills development to support the industry’s transition to electrification. It highlighted both issues when engaging with the government during […]

Thatcham Research has today launched its new EV Alert service to support the safe and efficient repair of electric vehicles. It will be accessible via escribe, Thatcham’s leading repair methods […]

Thatcham Research has welcomed the government’s new Crime and Policing Bill targeting electronic devices used in vehicle theft, while emphasising the need for a comprehensive approach to combat increasingly sophisticated […]

Thatcham Research has announced a new partnership with Elixirr that will help insurers partners make best use of its data and research. The collaboration will see Elixirr deliver greater value […]