More than nine out of 10 dealers (93%) say the used electric car market is close to a tipping point, with motorists now much more interested in going electric. August’s Startline Used Car Tracker shows 53% think buyers are much more comfortable with electric cars and 51% that they are becoming just another car in stock. Also, 41% report that … [Read more...]
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LEZ expansion is driving electric van registrations
The ability to drive in low emissions zones is the top reason for van fleets adopting electricity, according to new research. This factor was named by 32% of respondents in the 2025 Arval Mobility Observatory Barometer shows – up from 23% last year. John Peters, Head of Arval Mobility Observatory in the UK, said, “This is a marked rise and suggests an … [Read more...]
Lessons for taking a car to college
With the ‘Class of 2025’ achieving outstanding grades and an estimated 665,000 new students due to start university or college next month and over 2.3 million people studying full-time, UK breakdown provider Start Rescue is offering advice on how to get cars ready for college life. “Not everyone takes a car or motorcycle to college, but September sees big … [Read more...]
Pothole problems getting deeper
Pothole-related breakdowns hit an unseasonable high in the second quarter of 2025 with RAC patrols attending 9% more than they did in April to June last year, according to the RAC’s Pothole Index. In total, the RAC dealt with 6,575 call-outs for damaged shock absorbers, broken suspension springs and distorted wheels – the breakdowns most likely to be caused … [Read more...]
Britain’s roads are safe but slowest in Europe
As drivers head off on road trips this upcoming Bank Holiday, a new study by LeaseCar has revealed a stark contrast in the performance of the UK's road network. While the UK boasts some of the safest roads in Europe, its drivers are contending with some of the continent's most severe traffic congestion, leading to an overall ranking of 18th out of the … [Read more...]
Rail to Trail is on track for tourists
Rail to trail is the idea behind a tourism initiative by Transport for Wales. Transport for Wales (TfW) has been running it’s ‘Rail to Trail’ campaign since 2022 originally to promote the 10th anniversary of the Wales Coastal Path. The campaign highlights how different parts of the Coastal path can be easily accessed from various railway stations on the … [Read more...]
Young people urged to buckle up with a new fashion
A new fashion collection aims to make seatbelts the must-wear accessory of 2025 and beyond. It's for good reason as every week four young people aged 17-29 are killed or seriously injured while not wearing one when behind the wheel. The unique awareness building campaign that aims to improve the image problem seatbelts seemingly have with young road users … [Read more...]
17.6m leisure journeys this weekend
A massive 17.6m leisure journeys are expected to take place by car this August bank holiday with drivers in England and Wales eager to enjoy the last long weekend before Christmas. The RAC expects traffic to build from Friday to Saturday with 3m getaway trips likely to take place this Friday 22 August, rising to 3.4m on Saturday 23 August. A further 2.4m … [Read more...]
Classic car industry gets boost for owners
DVLA has unveiled a major update to some of its vehicle registration policies, making it significantly easier for enthusiasts to register repaired, restored and modified vehicles. The new guidance reflects modern restoration methods and simplifies the registration process, helping classic car owners keep their vehicles on the road while ensuring safety and … [Read more...]
Buyers opting to extend warranties
More than one in three (35%) people buying a car from the RAC Dealer Network are opting to extend the standard warranty, new data from JudgeService shows. The results, compiled from more than 17,000 customer surveys completed across the 1,400 dealers who are part of the network, also shows that 57% say that the presence of the RAC brand had a positive … [Read more...]
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