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...]
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Bad driving and poor roads pushing people away from car use
One in five now avoid certain roads because of safety fears, while 15% say concerns have pushed them towards public transport. Dangerous driving and potholes have been named as the biggest causes of road traffic collisions in local communities across the UK, new research has revealed. A study of 2,000 UK adults on behalf of national law firm Simpson Millar … [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...]
Weekend roadtest: Lexus ES350e Premium
With maturity comes respect and in the age of electric cars, the Lexus ES has earned a place at the head of the queue. The new, eighth generation luxury saloon in 37 years has eschewed the trend towards SUVs and simply, but classically, redefined what many may consider a modern executive saloon. From the side it looks like a four-door coupe but is in fact … [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...]
Welsh drivers risking injury & death by tyre neglect
Nearly half of Welsh motorists only check their tyres when an MOT is due, while more than a quarter admit to buying potentially deadly part-worn products, despite claiming that safety is their top priority, according to Bridgestone research. With the clocks going back this weekend and daylight dwindling, Welsh drivers are proving that actions continue to … [Read more...]
Lamborghini Miura headlines St James’s Motoring Spectacle
So much history was made in 1966: England famously won the World Cup; Harold Wilson swept into 10 Downing Street; The Beatles released Revolver; and, arguably most significantly for the automotive world, the first mid-engined production supercar was born. Sixty years on, that revolutionary moment will be celebrated with a spectacular gathering of pioneering … [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...]
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