Learner drivers could travel a staggering 25 miles for a driving test by 2030, according to new data, as test centre locality and available test slots dwindle. That’s according to a new report by learner driver insurance broker Marmalade, which has revealed the scale of how far learners are travelling for a driving test. One learner from Surrey, Kayla Van … [Read more...]
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Tradelines 7 August
Fatigue is being added by FleetCheck to the employee fit-to-drive declaration included in the company’s daily vehicle walkaround safety app. The fleet software specialist says that there is increasing concern among employers about the dangers of tired drivers and a desire to include it in risk management policies. Responding to the news that the Labour … [Read more...]
Romania and Bulgaria centres of car theft
The National Vehicle Crime Intelligence Service has prevented the theft of or returned 320 stolen finance vehicles across Europe since 2021 with the support of HPI Check data. The NaVCIS is funded by the Finance and Leasing Association (FLA) to recover stolen finance vehicles. The dedicated team has recovered cars from across Europe, with Romania and … [Read more...]
Car makers facing penalties as EV sales fall
Private buyers are turning their backs on new pure electric cars but hybrids are selling well and there's industry concern that the Labour Government's "green" targets will be missed and manufacturers will pay big penalties. July signals a twenty-fourth month of consecutive growth for the new car market, reaching an impressive milestone of two full years … [Read more...]
Majority of cars suffering body damage
Eight in ten British motorists have experienced damage to their vehicle’s body at some point, whether now or in the past. Analysing those who have experienced car damage in their lifetime, 81% of these stated that they’d experienced paint scratches/scuffs on their car, making this the most common damage type, they told pollsters for JTape automotive repair … [Read more...]
Tribefest confirmed for September near Holywell
Get ready to embark on a kaleidoscopic journey of sensory experiences at TribeFest 2024, an annual festival that brings together music, art, food, and community in an immersive and inclusive environment. This year’s TribeFest is set to dazzle and delight with a psychedelic twist, inviting attendees to explore the vibrant fusion of the senses. Since it was … [Read more...]
Britain & EU losing components business
The European Union’s automotive trade balance is at a critical juncture, with the potential to become a net importer of automotive components for the first time ever in 2024. Despite significant investments in research and development (R&D), the EU’s manufacturing of innovative automotive technologies is increasingly moving abroad. In 2023, … [Read more...]
Wrexham rolling out public ev points
Wrexham County Borough Council has signed a partnership with Costelloes EV Group to oversee the operation, maintenance, and installation of electric vehicle charge points (EVCPs) on council-owned land. This long-term, fully funded partnership aims to expand the network of chargers across the county at a lower cost and enhance service quality. Costelloes, … [Read more...]
New expanding brands now supplying service data
Data company epyx is reporting a large influx of new motor manufacturers to its core service, maintenance and repair platform. Their 1link Service Network is used by fleets totalling more than four million cars, vans and trucks to manage their SMR processes, working with thousands of franchise dealers, independent garages and fast fits. Greg Tucker, head … [Read more...]
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