Thatcham Research

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 […]

Nick Caplan will succeed Graham Gibson as chairman of Thatcham Research following an extensive review. The review, led by Gibson, was carried out to ensure that Thatcham Research has the right board […]

Thatcham Research has announced that the Volkswagen Passat has been crowned the overall winner of the What Car? Safety Award 2025. The Mercedes-Benz E-Class and Mini Countryman were named runners […]

Thatcham Research has unveiled the contenders for the 2025 What Car? Safety Award, which identifies the safest car of the year available on UK roads. The vehicles on the shortlist […]