In-vehicle touchscreens are likely to be the next big focus for fleet safety, according to Arval UK, as evidence mounts about their negative impact. Ian Pearson, head of insurance at the vehicle leasing and mobility specialist, said understanding of the dangers of the technology was increasing. “There have been several studies in this area, but perhaps the … [Read more...]
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On-off switching of EV deadline
Speculation is mounting that the Government will roll back deadlines on electric vehicle plans and it's annoyed environmentalists, eased car-makers' concerns and led to clarity calls from service providers. Under the current rules, 80% of new cars sold in the UK must be electric by 2030 but industry groups have long called for "urgent relief". New petrol … [Read more...]
Chilling realities of winter motoring identified by ChoiceQuote
Searches for common vehicle faults surge during the winter months, with queries about broken heaters, cars failing to start and faulty headlights increasing significantly as temperatures fall, according to new analysis by specialist motor trade insurance broker ChoiceQuote. The analysis reveals a seasonal surge in searches for heating and demisting queries, … [Read more...]
Winter worries for drivers, Motorpoint find concerns
Over a third of motorists (34%) avoid non-essential journeys in the dark, highlighting the challenges for many drivers at this time of year. To better understand their concerns, Motorpoint surveyed 2,000 UK car owners about their driving habits, headlight maintenance and confidence on the road. The research found that almost 11 million … [Read more...]
Fleet operators welcome Budget plans
The big surprise for fleets in last week's Budget was the extension to benefit-in-kind tables through to 2030–31, with only a one percentage point increase for electric cars, said Paul Hollick, chair at the Association of Fleet Professionals. He added, "This is good news, providing a high degree of certainty over a typical four-year cycle and beyond. The … [Read more...]
Some worries over weakening climate goals
A coalition spanning the health, transport and climate sectors has issued a direct warning to the Government against weakening the UK’s Zero Emission Vehicle mandate. It says any weakening as an "unnecessary act of economic self-harm" that threatens public health and green industrial growth. The warning comes as the UK and devolved governments consult on … [Read more...]
Younger drivers overlook eye tests
Those aged 25-34 are more than twice as likely as other motorists to regularly drive without their glasses or contact lenses. Motorpoint estimate that more than two million car owners regularly drive without their glasses or contact lenses. Despite the risks, less than two-fifths (38%) knew they could face fines of up to £1,000 and three points on … [Read more...]
Inspect your car before winter bites, says DVSA
DVSA is urging drivers across Britain to check their vehicles before winter, as MOT testers share chilling examples including a badly damaged tyre and a suspension arm almost rusted through. The Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency is reminding motorists that an MOT checks important parts of a vehicle against legal standards, however a valid … [Read more...]
More used car shoppers clicking on EVs
Views of used electric cars on AA Cars website rose 49.6% in September compared with the same month last year, pointing to a sharp rise in interest among used-car shoppers. Views were also 37% higher than in August, according to the latest quarterly AA Cars Used Car Index. The September surge comes against a backdrop of high petrol and diesel costs. Page … [Read more...]
Wales’ ghost roads found on-line
Classic car insurance specialist Lancaster Insurance explores some of the ‘ghost’ routes that once connected Britain. Long before sat navs and motorways, a network of smaller roads carried generations of motorists on family holidays, business trips and weekend drives. Now, the route of some of these roads has changed, leaving forgotten stretches of roads … [Read more...]
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