Millions of drivers could be missing out on the benefits of potentially lifesaving in-vehicle assistance aids when they’re behind the wheel with new research showing that a third (33%) of drivers never use them. Out of six of the most prominent driving assistance aids in modern vehicles – including collision warnings and cruise control - and among those … [Read more...]
Education: Road Safety
Top tips to treat yourself to a new car bargain
After the March new-plate registration period, the number of part-exchanged models has boosted the choice for buyers. As car buyers across the country gear up to upgrade their vehicles, searches for “new car deals” have skyrocketed by 30% over the last three months. With more drivers than ever looking to make a smart purchase, understanding how to secure a … [Read more...]
Motorist pay £600 annually in emergency repairs
Unexpected car repairs are costing drivers an average of more than £600 a year, reveals data from the RAC. As many as six-in-10 (59%) drivers say they are hit with unexpected repair costs for their main vehicle each year, with the average bill coming out at £617 across all ages of car. More than a third (37%) of those facing these repairs said they … [Read more...]
DVSA tighten up on car test applications
Learner car drivers are facing tougher rules for their test applications. From 8 April, the Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency will require learner drivers to give ten full working days’ notice to change or cancel their car driving test without losing the test fee, excluding Sundays and Bank Holidays. Currently learner drivers need to give three full … [Read more...]
£1 Billion bill to fix Welsh roads
Wales is crumbling under a near £1 Billion bill to fix potholed roads. A pothole has been filled once every six minutes, every day, for 10 years in Wales, but still the backlog of carriageway repairs has reached new heights and is now approaching £1 billion. The figures, from this year’s Annual Local Authority Road Maintenance (ALARM) survey report, spell … [Read more...]
Guide to changing your car
With the new number plate mark introduced this month, a lot of used models are coming into the market so if you're considering upgrading your wheels, part-exchanging your car can be a convenient and cost-effective option at this time. And the popularity of part exchanging cars is rising, possibly influenced by the release of new car registration plates. As … [Read more...]
Vale of Glamorgan Council accused of parking arrogance
Senedd member Andrew RT Davies has accused the Vale of Glamorgan Council of “failing to support local people and local businesses” after they refused to meet with him and a constituent over a difficult parking matter in Barry. The South Wales Central Senedd Member had written to the Labour-run Council after meeting Matthew Evans, owner of C & H Plumbing … [Read more...]
20mph limits should cut premiums, say drivers
More than a third of motorists (36%) would welcome wider use of 20mph speed limits if it meant savings on their car insurance, say researchers. March’s new Startline Used Car Tracker also shows that more than half (54%) would be happy to see lower speed limits generally if it meant cheaper premiums. The question was asked following a report from … [Read more...]
Cutting corners can leave a gap in premium cover
Vehicle total loss incidents are leaving many unable to afford replacement cars, even with comprehensive insurance policies. According to GAP Insurance provider, ALA Insurance, 62% of drivers could not afford a like-for-like replacement vehicle using their comprehensive insurance payout alone despite 63% incorrectly believing that they would get what they … [Read more...]
Newslines 4 March
If you're going to Gatwick next weekend better plan ahead as the M25 will be fully closed. Work between Junctions 10 and 11 near Cobham Services necessitates closure to remove a bridge from Friday to Monday and diversions will be signed but anticipated to be heavily congested and RAC advice is to allow more time, top up fuel or charge. New number plates … [Read more...]
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