The rate at which used car prices are dropping has taken the market by surprise, admits a motoring industry expert. Phil Nothard, insight director at Cox Automotive – the owners of Manheim Auctions – told the Car Dealer Podcast that significant price falls in the used car market have caused ‘waves across the sector’ and explained that the market had ‘slowed significantly’ in the last couple of … [Read more...]
Tyre wear training courses for hard drivers
Fleets should consider driver training to counter the high level of tyre wear being reported on electric vehicles, suggest analysts at FleetCheck. The fleet software specialist says the additional weight and performance of EVs means that employees who drive company cars more aggressively are getting through sets of tyres much more quickly than would be expected. Peter Golding, managing director, … [Read more...]
Delayed EV deadline boosts petrol and diesel sales, says Startline survey
Almost one in six motorists (14%) say that the government’s move to push back the end of petrol and diesel car sales to 2035 means it is less likely their next vehicle will be electric. However, 82% of motorists in Startline’s November Used Car Tracker also say that the decision will have no effect on their choice, although 6% admit to feeling “less sure” about electric cars in general. Paul … [Read more...]
Hidden MoT test centres you can use
To help motorists save the pennies when it comes to MOT test fees, the driving experts at Scrap Car Comparison have shared a hidden hack, which involves booking cheap MOTs at some of the nation’s hidden council test centres. David Kottuan, Operations Manager at Scrap Car Comparison said, “Not many people know that lots of councils have their own MOT testing stations for their own vehicles, buses … [Read more...]
Norton Insurance Brokers advice to cut premiums
Norton Insurance Brokers has noticed a 345% increase in a day of people searching for ‘car insurance rising’ online. Martin Lewis highlighted a staggering 61% surge in car insurance quotes over the past year, with renewal costs going up by approximately 30%. He also reported that premiums will likely continue to rise even further. In light of this trending issue, Mark Wilkinson, … [Read more...]
Spare tyre gets the boot for nearly all cars
Only 3% of new cars on sale in the UK today come with any form of spare wheel as standard, increasing the number of breakdowns where drivers need help in the event of a unrepairable flat tyre, says the RAC. After reviewing equipment lists of more than 300 car models across 28 brands – everything from the smallest superminis to the largest 4x4s – the RAC found just eight (2.6%) come with a spare, … [Read more...]
Speed awareness week begins Sunday
Watching your speed is an ideal way of keeping the pounds in your pocket and the points off your licence, said road safety and breakdown organisation GEM Motoring Assist. Two months after Wales moved to a 20 mph default speed limit in urban areas, GEM is supporting Brake’s Road Safety Week 19 to 25 November, with its theme of ‘Let’s talk about speed’, by offering tips for drivers to ensure they … [Read more...]
Share your car and cover your leasing cost
Sharing your car and getting paid more than your leasing cost is proving attractive in Sweden. In a society where the average car stands still 96 percent of the time, Lynk & Co has recognised the opportunity for change. Through Lynk & Co's award-winning app, they empower every 01 subscribed owner and subscriber to safely share their car with others and earn money in the process. The … [Read more...]
Ford Turkey battery plant is a non-starter
Ford and South Korea’s LG Energy Solution have scrapped plans to build an electric vehicle battery plant in Turkey after their local partner Koc Holding withdrew from the project. Koc Holdings said it was pulling out of the deal due to concerns over the rate of EV adoption in Europe and timing of the project in view of the current economic slowdown in the region. The three companies … [Read more...]
Fleet administrators training course
A new course has been introduced by the Association of Fleet Professionals’ Fleet Academy in response to demand for training aimed at employees involved in fleet administration. The Fleet Vehicle Management Foundation is designed for people in fleet administrator, co-ordinator and customer service roles, and is suitable for those employed by both fleet operators and fleet service providers. The … [Read more...]