Having no means of calling the dealer is the number one “sale blocker” for used car buyers, according to new research. Carried out for the RAC Dealer Network and its aftersales partner Assurant, data shows almost half of those surveyed (47%) said the inability to speak to someone “easily and readily” about a car for sale would put them off progressing the … [Read more...]
New drivers failing basic knowledge of ownership
A new study has found that many new drivers felt ill-equipped to handle the practicalities of car ownership after passing their test. Data released from private plate supplier Regtransfers reveals that while the majority of Brits felt confident in their road skills after passing their test, 1 in 10 received their full licence despite feeling they … [Read more...]
Ruby anniversary for Cawdor Cars
KGM Motors UK, formerly SsangYong, is delighted to celebrate Cawdor Cars' 40 years of serving drivers across South and West Wales. Since opening in 1985, the family-run dealership has earned a reputation for trust, reliability, and exceptional customer service, establishing itself as a valued part of the local automotive community. Over four decades, … [Read more...]
Check if your MoT is valid or risk £1,000 fine
Over 8 million vehicles and drivers were at risk of a £1,000 fine in the past year as they were late renewing their MoT, research has revealed. The study, carried out by specialist motor trade insurance provider ChoiceQuote analysed Freedom of Information data from the Driving and Vehicle Standards Agency showing the significant scale of MoT … [Read more...]
Used buyers’ priorities revealed by Uswitch
With over four million second-hand cars sold in the UK so far this year and new-plate part exchanges now being prepared, car insurance experts at Uswitch have examined the used car market to understand what buyers prioritise the most. The research reveals motorists’ biggest deterrents, factors that would persuade them to spend beyond budget and the maximum … [Read more...]
Tyre safety crisis rolls across UK
The UK faces a tyre safety crisis, with two in five (40%) of vehicles on the road today running on tyres that are either outright illegal or dangerously close to the limit. That’s the stark warning from the National Tyre Distributors Association with its TyreCheck 2025 report – the largest study of its kind ever undertaken in the UK studying the tyres found … [Read more...]
Newslines 1 September
Motorists are failing MOTs for a wide range of obscure reasons, according to eBay, the UK’s largest online marketplace for vehicle parts and accessories. While suspension faults topped the list for overall failures - with broken springs accounting for more than 821,991 unsuccessful MOTs – 394 vehicles were failed for ‘missing’ suspension springs, … [Read more...]
Fines and points soaring for unroadworthy vehicles – RAC
The number of people receiving penalty points on licences for driving unroadworthy vehicles has jumped 52% over just 12 months, reveals new data analysed by the RAC’s mobile servicing and repairs division. Following a Freedom of Information request to the Driver and Vehicle Licensing Agency, the RAC found that a total of 13,109 penalty point endorsements … [Read more...]
Lifestyle leaves no time for car maintenance, says Uswitch
Busy lifestyles are forcing many UK drivers to overlook routine car maintenance, reveals new research from temporary car insurance experts Uswitch. Between juggling work, family, and everyday demands, drivers are delaying services and putting off repairs, often prioritising time over money when it comes to looking after their vehicles. In the past 12 … [Read more...]
Buyers beware of used car “bargains”, say Vertu
Thousands of drivers are looking to the used car market for their next vehicle in a bid to save money. This huge demand is reflected in new search data, which shows that searches for ‘used car dealer near me’ have surged by a massive 235% in just three months. But while finding a local dealer is the first step, walking onto the forecourt … [Read more...]
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