There has been a scary rise in so called ‘Ghost broking’. This is where fraudsters pose as car insurance brokers and the crime is on the rise, leaving hundreds of victims up to £1,300 poorer and potentially without any insurance cover. Data obtained from the National Fraud Intelligence Bureau via a Freedom of Information request submitted by Compare the … [Read more...]
How to avoid nasty shocks with used evs – Dick Lovett
Interest in used EV vehicles is surging across the UK, with searches for ‘second-hand EV’ up 49% in the UK over the last year and 44% within the last quarter, whilst queries for ‘used EV’ have risen from 17,000 to 27,000 monthly searches - a 59% increase in that timeframe, according to Google trend data. As more drivers consider switching to electric … [Read more...]
All aboard and vote for your favourite station
Two Welsh stations have been shortlisted for the "World Cup of Stations 2025" as the event enters its final stage. Some 20 stations are going head-to-head for the title of Most Life-Changing Station. Hosted by Rail Delivery Group, the competition gives the public the chance to decide which station deserves the crown, drawing on everything from sporting … [Read more...]
AI tool handy for buying next car
With an increasing choice of makes and models across the nation’s forecourts, different fuel types, and a range of technology and prices, settling on an ideal vehicle, new or used, can take time for consumers. Doing research is often the starting point of a car buying journey, and a study of 1,100 UK drivers commissioned by The Motor Ombudsman has revealed … [Read more...]
Renault Dacia owners’ data stolen
Renault Group UK has said the data of some of its customers taken from the system in a cyberattack at one of its third-party data providers. This data is said to include some or all of the customer names, addresses, dates of birth, gender, phone number, vehicle identification numbers and vehicle registration details. The company says that no financial or … [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...]
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...]
Buyers beware of true motoring costs with their next car
Vertu have noticed that searches for ‘new cars for new drivers’ have risen 26% over the past three months. While new cars offer the appeal of modern features and warranties, they also come with different financial considerations that buyers should be aware of. So, to help first-time buyers navigate the process without overspending, automotive experts at … [Read more...]
How to reduce vehicle & licence scams
Latest figures show that in 2024, almost 20,000 customers called DVLA’s contact centre to report fraudulent activity. Now the DVLA is reminding motorists how they can keep themselves safe from vehicle and driving licence scams. With fraudsters increasingly using more sophisticated ways to trick their victims, it has never been more important for motorists … [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...]
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