With summer well and truly over, drivers are being warned not to overlook regular tyre checks and avoid being caught out by worn or deflated tyres as autumn and then winter rolls in. Ahead of the coldest period of the year, deflated tyres pose a danger as they lose grip on the road surface in colder conditions. There’s also a financial risk for fleets … [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...]
Holding out for hybrids after 2030
Hybrids are expected to be reprieved from Labour Government planned changes to their automotive policy. Before the General Election, Labour pledged to end sales of petrol and diesel vehicles by 2030 but now they have diverted their drive to extend the life of hybrids until 2035. Manufacturers, dealers, motoring organisations and the public have voiced … [Read more...]
£12.6bn fines looming for car makers
Falling demand for EVs means that carmakers could be slapped with billions of fines for missing strict 2025 emissions targets, Renault’s chief has said on French radio. Volvo has reversed plans to end its petrol lineup due to falling ev models' sales and complaints from dealers and now Europe’s car industry faces fines totalling €15bn (£12.6bn) for failing … [Read more...]
Special feature: Ineos range profile
INEOS has been taking the 4x4 world by storm in catering for the many potential buyers who still prefer the ‘traditional’ approach to off-road vehicles. In describing the firm’s Grenadier, INEOS says, it’s “… a serious off-roader that no-one’s building any more. The rugged 4x4 that will get you there. And get the job done”. Let’s start with appearance, and … [Read more...]
Brands steer the way to a good driving trip
According to experts, the success of your road trip may hinge more on your vehicle's brand than you’d think, affecting everything from comfort to reliability. "Choosing the right car brand can be the defining factor between a memorable road trip and a frustrating journey," says Nathan Mercer, Connectivity Solutions Expert at Truely eSim. Travellers have a … [Read more...]
Chinese brands could go to the wall
The newly announced bankruptcy of Chinese car maker Hi Phi shows that fleets must 'tread carefully' when it comes to buying vehicles from the new wave of manufacturers arriving in the UK, said FleetCheck. Peter Golding, managing director at the fleet software specialist, pointed out that the top-end car maker was due to begin sales in Europe this year and … [Read more...]
Out of warranty and into trouble with company vehicles
The increasing number of older vehicles being operated by fleets means manufacturers are increasingly refusing longer-term out-of-warranty claims, reports the Association of Fleet Professionals. The organisation says that with vans especially now being operated into six, seven and eight years, a range of claims issues are emerging that are creating … [Read more...]
Musso Saracen carries 70th anniversary into UK
KGM Motors UK, formerly SsangYong, will launch the special-edition Musso Saracen Platinum, an exclusive model to the UK market to celebrate the brand’s 70th anniversary. Limited to just 70 vehicles, the pick-up has been crafted for customers seeking the ultimate blend of a class-leading, practical workhorse with a contemporary and refined finish at just … [Read more...]
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