It is claimed that crackdowns could actually save motorists hundreds of pounds by preventing hidden damage caused by pavement parking. Chris Jevons, at JTAPE said, "The UK Government confirmed that local councils will be given new powers to crack down on pavement parking, making it easier for authorities to restrict and fine drivers for parking on or over … [Read more...]
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Crime hits a quarter of UK motorists
A quarter of drivers (26%) have fallen victim to vehicle crime such as theft or vandalism in the past 12 months, according to the RAC. Those who live in towns and city centres are much more likely to have been targeted, with 45% of motorists in these areas experiencing vehicle crime compared to just 15% in rural postcodes and one-in-five (20%) in the … [Read more...]
UK vehicle production down but hope of recovery
UK vehicle production fell 15.5% in 2025, according to the latest figures from the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders. Factories turned out a total of 764,715 units – 717,371 cars and 47,344 commercial vehicles, with output falling by -8.0% and -62.3% respectively. Volumes were constrained by a number of factors, including a cyber incident stopping … [Read more...]
Mandate can be met, for now – used car dealers
Almost six out of 10 (57%) used car dealers expect the Zero Emissions Vehicle (ZEV) Mandate for the New Year to be met, according to new research. However, January’s Startline Used Car Tracker also shows that 44% of respondents believe the government will soon be forced to revise their targets, and 20% that those for the rest of the decade are … [Read more...]
Understanding EVs is key to growing sales
Helping more drivers understand the benefits of going electric is essential if the UK is to meet its ZEV ambitions so government’s new public campaign launched last week is timely and welcome – helping encourage consumer confidence by cutting through persistent myths while setting out the many advantages that EVs offer. It will highlight the massive vehicle … [Read more...]
Fleets should support new road safety strategy, says Arval UK
Fleets should engage with the consultations contained in the government’s new Road Safety Strategy to ensure that as many of their measures as possible are adopted, says Arval UK. Five separate consultations are now underway – covering motoring offences, the minimum learning period for new drivers, mandatory eyesight tests for older drivers, improved moped … [Read more...]
Anti-motorist legislation target in Senedd tomorrow
Welsh Conservatives will tomorrow ramp up pressure on the Labour controlled Senedd to prioritise motoring in policies and repeal restrictive law and decisions which it claims holds back the economy. Good transport connectivity across Wales is vital in supporting businesses, creating jobs, and boosting our economy. Yet Labour and Plaid’s direct attack on … [Read more...]
Wales passes the driving test with shortest delays
Wales is in the driving seat if you are a learner and want a quick test. While many UK learners are facing long waits and rising costs due to driving test delays, Wales stands out as the least affected region. Some areas, like Pembrokeshire, have average waits of less than a month, meaning learners can stay test-ready without piling on extra lessons or … [Read more...]
Longer learning plan praised
After the Department for Transport announced plans to consult on a minimum learning period for learner drivers including a potential three to six-month gap between theory and practical tests, many learners and parents are questioning what this could mean in practice. While the proposal has been framed around improving road safety, it also raises practical … [Read more...]
Weekend roadtest: Kia EV4 GT-Line
The Kia EV4 is a landmark model for the brand and possibly the UK car market. The EV4 breaks new ground for Kia as the first zero emissions model made in their Slovakian factory and their first hatchback model to have an electric powertrain. Building on the success of the more utilitarian EV3 BEV, the new model is aimed at the markets for Hatchback and … [Read more...]
