Rising parts' costs and insurers writing off accident damaged EVs are pushing up premiums and causing concerns to fleets as well as business and private drivers. Now it is suggested that collaborative working could help fleets contain rising vehicle repair costs, a meeting of the Association of Fleet Professionals’ Megafleets Committee was told. David … [Read more...]
Education: Road Safety
DIY dangers highlighted
A growing number of viral TikTok videos is raising serious concerns amongst automotive professionals. The videos show car owners using seemingly simple DIY ‘hacks’ for removing car dents, often involving hot water, plungers and even bare hands, While these trends may appear to offer quick and cheap fixes, experts caution that attempting such repairs can … [Read more...]
Survey suggests safety refresher lessons for lapsed drivers
With the high costs of running a car putting people off - shown by the 22% of UK households without one- to lifestyle shifts making driving less essential, many licence holders end up taking long breaks from driving. Uswitch car insurance experts recently investigated motorists opinions on whether licence holders who have not driven for a prolonged period … [Read more...]
Vale left out of £15M Welsh road spending
Residents in the Vale of Glamorgan are being “overlooked” by the Welsh Government after it was revealed Labour Ministers have not approved or provided funding for any road schemes in the county since Eluned Morgan became First Minister. The MS for South Wales Central, which includes the Vale of Glamorgan, Andrew RT Davies, wrote to the Welsh Government’s … [Read more...]
20mph limit is slowing Wales as drink drive rises
Welsh Conservatives have renewed calls for scrapping Labour’s 20mph speed limit policy, as new data confirms journey times across Wales are getting longer. With over 134,000 drivers caught speeding since the law came into force, it’s clear the policy is causing confusion and disruption. The Welsh Conservatives continue to call for the unpopular approach to … [Read more...]
Lifestyle leaves no time for car maintenance, says Uswitch
Busy lifestyles are forcing many UK drivers to overlook routine car maintenance, reveals new research from temporary car insurance experts Uswitch. Between juggling work, family, and everyday demands, drivers are delaying services and putting off repairs, often prioritising time over money when it comes to looking after their vehicles. In the past 12 … [Read more...]
Mass fines bring heavy penalties for van drivers
Van drivers are facing thousands of pounds in penalties for carrying too much weight, as official figures show over £390,000 in fines were handed out for overloaded or unsafely loaded vans in the past year alone. As average fines now reach £2,000 per offence, overloading is one of the most expensive and easily avoidable mistakes a van driver can make. It is … [Read more...]
One-in-five drivers admit to filming on road
A new study by GAP Insurance provider ALA Insurance has revealed that 22% of UK drivers admit to filming themselves while driving, a worrying trend driven largely by the popularity of social media platforms such as TikTok and Instagram. The survey of 1,500 drivers found that nearly one in five have used their phone to record themselves behind the wheel, … [Read more...]
Be aware of rising executive car thefts
With car thefts in the UK on the rise, one expert reveals just how easy it is to steal a high-end vehicle - and what every driver should know. In 2024, more than 130,000 cars were stolen in the UK, with the majority of thefts involving high-value, keyless entry vehicles. These numbers reflect a rising trend and a growing threat, as criminals exploit … [Read more...]
Do your homework before a driving holiday
As the school holidays loom from the end of this week, if you’re thinking of taking your car over to the continent via ferry or picking up a rental car after touching down in a European airport, make sure your road trip adventure is as safe as possible. About 53% of Brits have driven abroad at some point in their lives – but with British drivers three times … [Read more...]
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