As the leaves start to fall and the roads become more treacherous, TyreSafe has launched Tyre Safety Month 2024, featuring the ‘Caught in the ACT’ campaign. October has long been the focal point for TyreSafe’s efforts to promote road safety, and this year’s campaign promises to engage, educate and support behaviour change, as part of the charity’s vision to … [Read more...]
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Automatic car tests are changing up
Latest data from the DVSA reveals automatic driving tests are at an all-time high and will continue rising as more EVs are sold without traditional gearboxes. There was a 40% increase in new drivers taking automatic driving tests since last year. This also represents an increase in the proportion of automatic tests being taken in the UK. Last year, only … [Read more...]
Plug-in hybrid pulls away with Towcar of the Year awards
The Volvo XC60 T6 Plug-in Hybrid AWD Plus has won this year’s overall trophy and been crowned Caravan and Motorhome Club Towcar of the Year 2025. It also triumphed in the Caravan Weight over 1800kg Category, the Hybrid Towcars and Family Classes in the 42nd Caravan and Motorhome Club Towcar of the Year Competition. The leisure vehicle industry’s original … [Read more...]
Picking the best EV and keeping it powered
The International Drivers Association has taken a close look at which EVs can turn in the best battery-life performance to provide important knowledge before they buy a new EV. The move to electric vehicles is nothing short of a silent revolution on the streets of the European countries. With an increasing clamour for green transport alternatives, the … [Read more...]
Pay-per-month insurance rip off
Six months after Which? revealed eye-watering interest rates being charged to insurance customers paying monthly, new analysis reveals that little has changed. In August, the consumer body surveyed 49 car insurance firms and 48 home insurance firms to find out what they charge customers using 'premium finance' to pay for their insurance in monthly … [Read more...]
Vans with most problems for users
The study reveals that the Peugeot Bipper, SEAT Toledo and Citroën Nemo are the least reliable vehicles on UK roads. Interestingly, the majority of the vehicles in the top 10 list are compact or full-size vans typically used for commercial use. Taking the top spot is the Peugeot Bipper, where 366 of the 3,279 new registrations in 2024 were scrapped in the … [Read more...]
Credit for used EVs as sales stabilise
A decision to begin providing used electric car funding for the first time is a “vote of confidence” in the stability of the market, says Startline Motor Finance. The motor finance provider is now offering its full range of hire purchase and personal contract purchase plans for electric cars with rates and conditions identical to petrol and diesel … [Read more...]
Uswitch throws spotlight on worst offenders
Uswitch car insurance recently conducted research to investigate the top driving offences from June 2023 to June 2024. Out of the total 1,141,283 offences recorded during this period, 961,530 were issued for exceeding speed limits on public roads or motorways (categories SP30 and SP50). When someone is convicted of a driving offence, their driving licence … [Read more...]
Little car mods can come with big fines
Customising your car’s interior has become a popular way for drivers to express their individuality with Google searches for ‘car modifications’ up 21% in the last month and ‘custom car’ up 5% in the last year. However, experts warn that certain modifications, while seemingly harmless, can have serious safety implications and lead to significant fines. Some … [Read more...]
Car restoration & reckoning
DIY car restorations have surged by 20% this year alone. With the rising popularity of personalizing vehicles, now is the perfect time to dive into your own restoration project. From sourcing affordable parts to mastering essential techniques, these pro tips will help you transform your car with ease. “The right guidance can turn any car enthusiast into a … [Read more...]
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