Almost half (46%) of Brits have had to have a difficult conversation with an older relative about stopping driving. One third (35%) admitted to feeling anxious and unsafe whilst being driven around by their seniors, and a fifth (20%) noticed new dents or scratches on their car. Half (50%) had broached the conversation with their loved one’s best interests … [Read more...]
Avoiding & reducing dangerous dazzle
The Department for Transport (DfT) has announced a review into “dangerously bright” headlights as part of its upcoming Road Safety Strategy, following widespread concern that modern LED and bi-xenon headlamp technologies are dazzling other drivers and increasing accident risk. According to the Future of Transport study, more than half of UK drivers have … [Read more...]
Beware of the “Jack-frosters”, says insurer
As the winter season approaches, van insurance provider MoneySuperMarket warns motorists could unknowingly put their cover at risk by leaving their vehicles running to defrost and warm up. The Office for National Statistics (ONS) reported more than 350,000 vehicle thefts in the UK over the past year, highlighting the risk of thieves actively targeting … [Read more...]
Autonomouse driving concerns about trial
Almost two-thirds of motorists (64%) say they are worried about sharing roads with autonomous, self-driving vehicles when trials start in the UK next year, shows new research. November’s Startline Used Car Tracker shows 64% would also be more cautious around these vehicles, 28% don’t think the technology should be tested on public highways, 27% believe … [Read more...]
Major changes to driving test administration
Major changes have been announced today for the driving test. Only learner drivers will be able to book driving tests and the Transport Secretary Heidi Alexander told MPs on the Transport committee that third parties would be banned from reselling slots to stop people being "exploited" by online bots. It is all part of plans aimed at reducing long … [Read more...]
Diabetic professional drivers get new approval
The DVLA says bus, coach and lorry drivers with diabetes will be able to monitor their glucose levels using modern technology, such as Continuous Glucose Monitoring Systems (CGMS), which use sensors to track glucose levels in real time. Until now, professional drivers with diabetes had to rely on finger-prick tests to monitor their glucose levels before … [Read more...]
Drivers want escalation of parking charges for SUVs
More than six out of 10 motorists want to see UK cities follow the lead of Paris and triple parking charges for big, heavy SUVs. Cardiff is the first city in the UK to declare war on SUVs but also will target motorcycle parking. November’s Startline Used Car Tracker shows 41% believe SUVs cause unnecessary congestion and 31% they excessively contribute to … [Read more...]
EV cars take a quarter of registrations – at a price
Electric cars accounted for over a quarter of new registrations last month, said the car makers' body, the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders. The UK new car market remained stable in October as registrations rose 0.5% to reach 144,948 units, with petrol and diesel models declining. Registrations by fleets declined slightly, falling -1.5%, but the … [Read more...]
Pavement charging of EVs gets boost
It is going to be easier for new EV owners to charge at home under Government plans designed to make it better for those without off-street parking to charge their electric vehicle. It will launch a consultation on removing planning permission currently needed for those without driveways to install cross pavement charging gullies and wants to mandate charge … [Read more...]
Car insurance fraudsters scary crime
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...]
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