The new Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) rules on commission disclosure are high level, giving dealers significant discretion on how disclosures are made. Still, anything other than prominence at the crucial stages places dealers at risk. The risks come from potential FCA action and claim management companies' (cmcs') campaigning activities.
March saw the fifth straight month of petrol and diesel price increases at UK forecourts, with prices up another 2.7p and 2.4p respectively and both fuels now costing the same as they did in February 2020, according to new data from RAC Fuel Watch.
An expert report issued today, is urging the UK Government to implement an alcolock programme without delay to help reduce the number of drink drive related incidents.
“The decision to cut the Plug-in Car Grant and Van & Truck Grant is extremely disappointing as it risks undermining the progress the UK has been making towards a zero-emission market in line with the 2030/2035 deadline set by the Government.
The UK Government is set to miss the legal targets for four out of the five pollutants covered by a crucial piece of clean air law, according to new government data.
Following the news first reported on Electrifying.com that the Government is to act on the current monopoly on electric car charging at motorway service areas, and introduce minimum service levels and clear charge pricing, RAC spokesman Rod Dennis said:
Reacting to the news that the transport committee is to launch an inquiry into smart motorways - after the last one in 2016 - RAC head of roads policy Nicholas Lyes said:
Thousands of Fairfueluk Supporters email their mps too, asking them NOT to support any increase in Fuel Duty in the March Budget. They said: "It should not just remain frozen, it should be cut! With the current policy proving so successful, why abandon it."
“We urge the Government to redeploy its most effective business support measures as automotive retailers begin to recover from the disruption due to the pandemic”, said Sue Robinson, Chief Executive of the National Franchised Dealers Association (NFDA), which represents franchised car and commercial vehicle retailers in the UK.
Commenting on the announcement that the Department for Transport have begun a consultation on improving the EV charging experience, Jack Cousens, head of roads policy for the AA, says; "For the here and now, there are sufficient chargepoints in relation to the number of evs on the road. But with all focus on 2030, more chargepoints will be needed
Road safety and breakdown organisation GEM Motoring Assist has joined other groups in calling for a review of inadequate drink drive laws as deaths involving drink drivers reaches a 10-year high.
There was a 29% drop in the average number of days councils in the UK spent gritting roads between winter 2017/18 and winter 2019/20, according to new research by Citroën UK.
As the move towards electric vehicles gathers pace and a greater focus is being placed on the charging network required, new research among UK motorists reveals that a significant proportion believe that the MOT should evolve in parallel with new technology.
The Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) has published updated final guidance, confirming an initial proposal, that as a last resort, consumer credit lenders would once again be able to terminate regulated agreements and repossess goods and vehicles. The change takes effect from 31st January 2021.
Commenting on the £93m investment for road upgrades, Jack Cousens, head of roads policy for the AA, says; "Just last week, AA members said that the nation's roads were in a state of disrepair so this is welcome news. We desperately need more investment filtering down to local levels as the more local you get, the worse the picture is.
Following the publication of a report from the Parliamentary Advisory Council for Transport Safety (PACTS) which calls for a comprehensive review into drink-driving in the UK, RAC road safety spokesman Simon Williams said:
Several European countries have now introduced COVID-19 testing requirements. Check before you travel to ensure you have taken necessary action.
One-in-five Brits want an immediate ban of pavement parking, YourParkingSpace.co.uk reveals as Government consultation on the issue soon moves to the next stage.
The United Kingdom and the European Union have agreed a Trade and Cooperation Agreement. We said we would keep you updated on changes that affect you.
“This tragic case and too many others, are exactly why we have campaigned for doubling the number of emergency refuge areas to every 3/4 mile and for stopped vehicle detection technology to be fitted across the network.
The UK’s largest independent road safety charity, IAM RoadSmart, is today warning motorists of the severe financial penalty they could face as the consequence of a drink drive conviction.
Fuel prices remained almost unchanged in November despite a barrel of oil shooting up $10 to $46 – a 27% monthly rise, data from RAC Fuel Watch shows.*
Brian Madderson, Chairman of the Petrol Retailers Association (PRA), said: “The PRA supports the process of decarbonisation, but we need a comprehensive plan to reduce carbon emissions that works across sectors and industries, including aviation.
Reacting to the news that the Government is to end the sale of new petrol and diesel cars by 2030, RAC head of policy Nicholas Lyes said:
Following reports that the Chancellor is considering options for a national road pricing scheme to stem falling fuel duty revenue, RAC head of roads policy Nicholas Lyes said:
