May makes it seven months of rising petrol prices
After the seventh month of rising prices petrol is now more than 22p a litre more expensive than a year ago – the biggest 12-month increase seen for 11 years, data from RAC Fuel Watch shows.
PRA welcome electric vehicle recommendations in public accounts committee report
Gordon Balmer, Executive Director of the Petrol Retailers Association (PRA), said: “The PRA welcomes the recommendations made by the Public Accounts Committee. We support the process of decarbonisation, but there needs to be a comprehensive plan to enable an effective transition to electric vehicles”.
Drivers support plans to fine motorists for tailgating on motorways reveals Motorpoint poll
Almost 90 per cent of motorists support plans to fine fellow drivers for tailgating on the motorway according to a new poll by Motorpoint.
Petrol rises for sixth straight month and more increases on the cards as oil heads towards $70 a barrel
April marked the sixth month of rising petrol prices with another penny being added on at the country's forecourts, new RAC Fuel Watch figures reveal.
Majority of Londoners want more clean air action, finds a new study
More than two thirds of London residents want to see a reduction in the amount pollution from traffic and the majority want to see more action from the mayor to discourage car use.
92,000 motorists at imminent risk of losing their licence
92,000 motorists are at risk of losing their driving licence with just one more motoring offence resulting in a ban, a Freedom of Information request to DVLA* by IAM roadsmart, the UK’s largest independent road safety charity, reveals.
PRA questions Government's "access to cash" plan
The Petrol Retailers Association (PRA) is calling on the Government to revise its plans on access to cash. Petrol retailers have a vested interest in cash and guaranteeing that it is widely accessible, we welcome provisions in the Financial Services Bill that would reduce restrictions on offering ‘cashback’. However, the legislation appears ill
Finance Commission Disclosure - Prominence is Essential
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.
Petrol and diesel prices up again last month with mixed outlook for April
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.
New report urges the UK Government to bring in alcolocks without delay
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.
NFDA comments on Plug-in Grant cut
“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.
UK on track to miss 2020 and 2030 legal targets for toxic pollution - government data show
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.
Major changes for electric car drivers at motorway service areas - RAC reaction
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:
Transport committee to launch fresh inquiry into smart motorways - RAC reaction
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:
26 Tory MPs Tell Chancellor to Keep Fuel Duty Frozen
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."
NFDA calls for business support ahead of 2021 budget
“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.
DFT announces EV chargepoint consultation – AA comments
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
GEM looks beyond our shores for effective ways to tackle drink driving
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.
Citroën reveals a 29% drop in the number of days councils spend gritting the roads as UK faces yet another cold snap
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.
Drivers call for MOT to consider emissions of Electric Vehicles
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 Return of Repossessions is Unlikely to Affect Values Significantly
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.
£93m for road upgrades as Transport Secretary pledges to build back better across the country – AA comments
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.
Report calls for major drink-driving review - RAC statement
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:
Important: New information for HGV drivers and their crews travelling to Europe
Several European countries have now introduced COVID-19 testing requirements. Check before you travel to ensure you have taken necessary action.
One-in-five want immediate pavement parking ban as Government consultation enters next stage
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.