Following the huge success of BBC TV series 'Race Across the World', Ben is recruiting teams to take on a new UK-based fundraising challenge for the automotive industry, called Race Across Britain. This event will raise vital funds to support people who are struggling or in crisis and is proudly supported by LKQ Euro Car Parts. Ben is challenging … [Read more...]
Real time web-app for fleets
ATS Euromaster has launched a web app for drivers to book mobile tyre work on their fleet vehicles in real time. According to ATS Euromaster it is the first publicly available app that provides this service and follows nine months of research and live trialling. The tyre and maintenance provider already offers mobile tyre fitting to its customers but … [Read more...]
Rogue car dealers and parts traders facing clampdown
Rogue car and parts dealers face a clampdown after a new law is passed to prevent them advertising on-line. In future, search engines and social media platforms face fines of up to £18 M or up to 10% of their global revenue if they fail to remove the fraudsters' content once identified. Britain's Consumers Association has been in the forefront of fighting … [Read more...]
More on-line services from the DVLA
Motorists can now opt for digital vehicle tax reminders rather than having to wait for a paper reminder to drop through their letter box. The change comes as part of DVLA’s new Driver and vehicles account service, which allows motorists to easily access their driver and vehicle information in one place and has been launched as a public beta so the DVLA is … [Read more...]
Younger buyers shun car showrooms
More than half of UK drivers (56%) bought their most recent car from a showroom in a face-to-face transaction says a new Opinium survey of 2000 UK drivers, commissioned by InsuretheGap.com, rising to 70% of over 55s, compared to less than half (44%) of under 55s. Women also have reservations about car showrooms. One in five (20%) find them intimidating and … [Read more...]
Security tightens with independent garages
Independent garages will have to meet tough new data security measures. The Independent Garage Association has safeguarded the future of the UK independent garage sector by working with key stakeholders - UK government, Vehicle Manufacturers and Aftermarket Associations - to ensure that appropriately audited garage operators and their authorised employees … [Read more...]
On-line car sales falling out of favour
The latest sales push by car makers to sell direct to buyers under an agency agreement is likely to face resistance in the market, according to results of a survey by Go.Compare. It found that 46% of buyers say they are reluctant to purchase from a car sales website because they like to see the vehicle in person before they buy it. The insurance comparison … [Read more...]
Classics searches throw up surprises
You simply can’t beat a classic car, can you? Today’s models might be jam-packed with some of the most exciting new tech around, but the charm of a classic motor will really set you apart. From retro design influences to vintage engines and interiors, a retro car simply oozes class. But which is the nation’s favourite? Is it the Aston Martin DB5, James … [Read more...]
Start Rescue warning over parking apps
Millions of mature drivers could be restricted from taking simple trips to their town because they won’t have the capacity to pay for parking, says Britain’s breakdown recovery provider Start Rescue. As local authorities increasingly move to ‘pay by app’ systems, pensioners who do not have a smartphone will find themselves high and dry at parking bays in … [Read more...]
Proper planning prevents poor premium payment
Go.Compare Car Insurance says the best day to renew is 27 days before it expires. The data shows that policyholders could pay up to 50% more if they renew their policy on the day it’s due for renewal, compared to 27 days before. The findings are based on the average premium paid by policyholders in 2022, and also found that the most expensive time to buy … [Read more...]
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