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...]
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Weekend roadtest: Volkswagen Tayron R-Line
About 80 years ago, Volkswagen began building its empire making a car for the people and it’s never lost sight of that objective which is neatly fulfilled in the Tayron. It is a car very much made for today’s markets around the world and fills the gap between its top of range Touareg and five-seat Tiguan with the widest powertrain possibilities in a seven … [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...]
Mobile apps difficult for parking, RAC told
Three-quarters of UK drivers (73%) who have used a mobile app to pay for parking in the last 12 months experienced difficulties doing so, with most preferring the reliability that comes from using bank cards or cash, new RAC research has found. Of those that ran into problems, top of the list of frustrations by a considerable margin is a lack of reliable … [Read more...]
Car components’ makers need Gov. help after cyber-strike
Following the cyber incident affecting the UK’s largest automotive employer, the focus is now on restarting full production in a safe and secure manner – while safeguarding the wider supply chain which has been severely impacted. Mike Hawes, SMMT chief executive said, "We know JLR is working around the clock to return to full operations as quickly as … [Read more...]
Chinese increasing brands heading to UK
Chinese car manufacturers are rapidly gaining ground in the UK, with competitive pricing, strong performance and top-spec designs - offering UK drivers more choice and an accelerated driving experience. Chris Adams, Group Operations Director at Brindley Group, has shared expert insight on what this surge means for motorists. From XPENG’s premium G6 SUV to … [Read more...]
Premiums at a two-year low says Compare the Market
The cost of car insurance has fallen by a quarter to a two-year low, according to new Premium Drivers research from Compare the Market. The average premium declined by 22% year-on-year, to £600 in August 2025 compared to £762 in August 2024 – marking a decrease in price of £162. This is the lowest that car insurance premiums have been since October 2022, … [Read more...]
Van fleets expecting growth
Thirty per cent of UK van fleets are expecting growth in the next three years, according to the new Arval Mobility Observatory Barometer. This compares to 55% who believe numbers will remain stable and 13% who are predicting a decrease. The research appears to show a slight downturn in confidence – last year, 40% of fleets expected an increase against 45% … [Read more...]
Menai Bridge closure is symptom of UK under investment
Responding to the announcement that the Menai Suspension Bridge will have to be temporarily closed for urgent repairs, Josh Fenton Policy Manager – Trade, Customs and Borders says this shows the precarious state of the UK’s infrastructure: “The temporary closure of the Menai Suspension Bridge highlights the fragility of the UK’s ageing infrastructure and … [Read more...]
Used car market picks up, says Percayso Vehicle Intelligence
The UK’s used car market remained strong in September, with average retail prices for 3-year-old cars climbing by 0.9% (c. £225), despite the industry’s traditional focus on new plate registrations. The latest data from Percayso Vehicle Intelligence reveals a market buoyed by low stock levels, as a result of the shortages of cars at the 3-year age cohort, … [Read more...]
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