BMW, Mercedes and Tesla owners could be hit by higher insurance premiums
Thousands of drivers could see their car insurance rocket if new uncapped data is used by insurers.
Pioneering mobility app puts motorists back in the driving seat
The new driving app, myAutomate, is revolutionising the way drivers think about their vehicle – and how they use it.
AA signs the way to vaccinate Britain
The AA is offering free directional road signs to all temporary vaccination centres in Britain*, to help guide local communities through the Covid-19 vaccination period.
Diamondbrite's crusade to reduce its environmanetal impact!
Kent based Diamondbrite, purveyors of the industry-renowned paint and fabric protection systems, have stepped up its quest to reduce its environmental impact, with significant changes made to its bottling, lighting and concentrated trade products.
Two-hundred thousand new battery electric vehicles sold since 2010
Despite the wider car industry suffering badly from the effects of the pandemic, 2020 was a landmark year when it came to sales of battery electric vehicles with twice as many sold last year compared to the year before, and a total of more than 200,000 registered since 2010, analysis of SMMT figures by the RAC shows.*
Silence please! New ‘e-moto’ scooter joins UK electric revolution
Silence, an innovative electric moto scooter brand, hits UK streets this month, bringing Brits a stylish, simple and smart solution for modern day urban transport needs.
Revealed: UK’s top ranking electric vehicle networks
Zap-Map, the UK’s leading electric vehicle (EV) mapping service, is today releasing its annual electric vehicle charging network satisfaction rankings.
cinch to become new title sponsor of the LTA’s Queen’s Club Championships
The LTA have today announced that cinch, the ‘faff-free’ online car selling platform, is the new title sponsor of the LTA’s Queen’s Club Championships.
The mobile charging robot – Presenting a vision
Volkswagen Group Components gives us a first glimpse of the prototypes of its mobile charging robot. This is one of the visionary charging concepts that Volkswagen hopes will expand the charging infrastructure over the next few years.
Oxbotica raises $47 million to deploy autonomy software platform around the world
Oxbotica, a global leader in autonomous vehicle software, has announced the completion of a $47 million Series B investment with partners across the globe led by bp ventures.
New Defender set to play vital role as Land Rover returns to the Dakar in 2021
Land Rover’s most capable and durable 4x4 is taking on the ultimate all-terrain challenge with two Defender 110 support vehicles destined for the Dakar Rally 2021. The rally is one of the toughest sporting events in the world and the production-spec models will support ambitious new Dakar Rally and Prodrive-backed team, Bahrain Raid Xtreme (BRX)
Electric Vehicle Charge Points ‘Lack Accessibility’
Zap-Map, the UK’s leading EV mapping service, polled 2,200 EV drivers on their experiences of using Britain’s charging network. The survey has been running for four years and is seen as the go-to guide for tracking EV driver behaviour and charging patterns for the electric vehicle industry.
Alternators are the most unreliable car part in the UK in 2020
Alternators were the car part to fail the most in 2020, according to exclusive data from car dealer warranty provider Händler Protect.
Women have led the way in upgrading to a more desirable car in 2020
A RISE in average prices paid for used cars this year is largely driven by women, analysis by the online car supermarket BuyaCar.co.uk has revealed.
Poor state of local roads is number-one concern for drivers despite drop in car use in the pandemic
Despite a dramatic fall in car use seen during the early stages of the Covid-19 pandemic, the poor state of local roads is officially the UK's most widespread motoring concern in 2020, according to research carried out for the RAC's annual Report on Motoring*.
Licence Bureau hits five million Driver Licence check milestone in record time
Licence Bureau, part of TTC Group, has surpassed the five million Driver Licence check milestone – processing its latest million checks in record time.
Practical driving test numbers fall sharply - RAC comment
Commenting on official figures out today that show the effect of the pandemic on the number of drivers who have been able to take practical driving tests, RAC spokesman Simon Williams said:
Vehicle-related thefts increase by 10% during longer nights
Aviva is warning drivers to take extra care when leaving their vehicles during the darker winter months. Analysis (2) carried out by the insurer reveals four out of five vehicle-related thefts in England and Wales happen during the hours of darkness.
‘Green number plates’ will boost EV demand ahead of 2030 deadline, according to Nissan poll
A third of motorists in the UK would be more likely to buy an electric vehicle (EV) because of new green number plates, launched today, according to research commissioned by the carmaker Nissan.
Firm that helped bring down international car theft gang launches AX Track
AX Track, which brings together a highly experienced support team and cutting-edge covert technology to deliver a comprehensive track, locate and recovery service, will enable fleet operators and private car owners to access significantly reduced vehicle insurance premiums.
Alphabet (GB) names new Chief Commercial Officer
Alphabet (GB) has announced Spencer Halil will join the Alphabet Management Committee as Chief Commercial Officer from 1 February 2021, subject to FCA approval.
MotorEasy launches first Electric Vehicle warranty to cover battery degradation
The demand for Electric Vehicles (EVs) and Hybrid Electric Vehicles (HEVs) has grown consistently over the last decade but comprehensive extended warranty cover has not been on the menu.
The road to electric – research shows fewer than one in twelve drivers have current plan to switch to battery power
With the government this week expected to announce a ban on the sale of new petrol and diesel cars from 2030, research by Kwik Fit clearly shows the areas the government and industry must work on over the coming decade to convince UK motorists to make the switch.
Parking Houdini: Ballooning cars leave a fraction of space for drivers to escape their parked vehicle
Car owners are being left with almost no room to squeeze out of their cars as cars have grown by as much as 55% since the 1970s, according to CarGurus.co.uk, yet parking space sizes have remained the same.
NAMA response to 2030 announcement
Following the announcement by the Prime Minister that the UK will end the sale of new petrol and diesel cars and vans by 2030. The Government will allow the sale of 'hybrid cars and vans that can drive a significant distance with no carbon coming out of the tailpipe until 2035’.