The Budget announced today will continue freezing some costs for drivers, increase allowances but also delay implementing new charges as the Government struggles to work out how its going to calculate duties for electric vehicles to make up for lossses on petrol and diesel sales. Chancellor John Healey said he was concerned about rising fuel prices and the … [Read more...]
Common drugs can fail a roadside test
Almost four out of 10 motorists (39%) don’t know prescribed and over-the-counter medicines could lead to a drug-driving test fail, new research shows. October’s Startline Used Car Tracker reveals 70% agree more should be done to make motorists aware of the hazards of common medications such as co-codamol, antihistamines, and cough and cold remedies. Almost … [Read more...]
Allstar identify wasted hours of fleet managers
New independent research commissioned by Allstar, a Corpay company, has found that mid-market fleet decision-makers across the UK are spending an average of 4.27 hours per week personally downloading, checking, reconciling, analysing and reformatting fleet data, equivalent to almost six working weeks every year. The study, conducted by independent research … [Read more...]
Pump prices & potholes head drivers’ Budget watchlist
As the Chancellor prepares to deliver the Autumn Budget tomorrow research from Close Brothers Motor Finance reveals which concerns are front of mind for motorists. It finds that more than half (52%) of drivers want the Chancellor to freeze or reduce fuel duty on petrol and diesel. The ongoing deterioration of the nation's road infrastructure is also a top … [Read more...]
Diesel drives inflation but do you need it – ask Motorpoint
Diesel drivers face an additional £504 in annual fuel costs compared with February with rising prices at the pumps are driving UK inflation higher. New figures from the Office for National Statistics reveal that the average diesel prices rose by 10.7p per litre between August and September 2026, with motor fuel costs making the biggest upward contribution … [Read more...]
Cheap insurance may leave a big gap to fill
Choosing car insurance can feel more complicated than it should but cutting corners could leave you seriously out of pocket. Third-party, fire and theft and fully comprehensive are the main options, and it’s easy to assume that “comprehensive” means you’re covered for pretty much everything. New YouGov research commissioned by GAP insurance provider ALA … [Read more...]
Dazzling headlights illuminate up to £5,000 fine
Some 96% of drivers say some or most vehicle headlights are too bright, as motorists prepare for darker journeys after the clocks go back on Sunday. To help car owners reduce the chance of dazzling other road users and risking a fine of up to £5,000, Motorpoint’s resident motoring expert, Tim Rodie, shared his advice, "Headlight glare happens when a … [Read more...]
Company car drivers need tighter fuel scrutiny
Fleets should ensure they are maximising the potential of their fuel data to minimise ongoing price increases, says FleetCheck. Barrie Wilson, strategic relationship manager at the fleet software specialist, explained many tended to look at fuel as a lump sum cost rather than at an individual driver and vehicle level. “Most fleets tend to have a fuel card … [Read more...]
Chinese models rising share of leasing deals
Business lease customers are increasingly turning to newer vehicle manufacturers, with the latest data from Leasing Options revealing that Chinese manufacturers are making up a significant share of the business lease market. A 42.2% of business leasing contracts were with Chinese manufacturers, with Chinese cars seeing exclusive deals and working well for … [Read more...]
Rising diesel price speeding up electric lorries, says Welch Group
Soaring diesel prices are strengthening the business case for electric heavy goods vehicles, with UK haulier Welch Group forecasting substantial long-term savings from electrifying its fleet and opening its charging infrastructure to other operators. New analysis from New AutoMotive estimates that the surge in diesel prices since July is adding … [Read more...]
