With the average age of UK cars now at an all-time high of nearly 10 years old, new research from the RAC has found four-in-10 drivers (39%) have had their main vehicle off the road for a day or more due to unplanned repairs in the last 12 months. While a third of these drivers (32%) were without their cars for no more than a day, this meant most (68%) had … [Read more...]
Wall of words barrier to drivers
A new study found that popular car manuals take longer to read than some favourite books. Reading the owner’s manual for a car is essential for safety, but currently 56% of drivers say they’ve never read the manual for ANY vehicle they have driven This may be down to the size of car manuals, with new research revealing certain manuals would … [Read more...]
Beware DIY hacks which will cost more to fix – Autotrader
With more than 12,000 online searches made every month in the UK for ‘car scratch repair’, car selling expert Autotrader is warning that popular DIY fixes trending on social media could end up costing drivers twice as much in professional repairs. Autotrader interviewed expert mechanic Hannah Gordon to investigate the TikTok car scratch fixes that can do … [Read more...]
Premiums at a two-year low says Compare the Market
The cost of car insurance has fallen by a quarter to a two-year low, according to new Premium Drivers research from Compare the Market. The average premium declined by 22% year-on-year, to £600 in August 2025 compared to £762 in August 2024 – marking a decrease in price of £162. This is the lowest that car insurance premiums have been since October 2022, … [Read more...]
Charger care is vital as winter approaches
As the first autumn leaves fall and temperatures drop, EV owners are being advised that keeping their vehicles charged isn’t just about their car - it’s also about their charger. UK breakdown service Start Rescue is recommending drivers take a few simple steps to ensure their home EV chargers stay safe, efficient and reliable during the colder … [Read more...]
Old cars can go the distance and more….
New car prices are at an all-time high in the UK, having risen by an average of 25% since 202 and we're hanging onto our old cars. More motorists are looking to squeeze every last mile out of their vehicles. While the average UK car lifespan is around 150,000 to 200,000 miles, there are some drivers who manage to go way beyond that. The team at Scrap Car … [Read more...]
Garages step up training
Four in five (81.2%) automotive aftermarket workshops have invested in training, talent and tooling to carry out servicing and maintenance of the latest vehicle safety and powertrain technology, according to the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders. Sustaining such investment will be critical if Britain’s roads are to become ever safer and ever … [Read more...]
Simple ways to raise your car’s value
With used car sales now being 9% higher than any other period throughout the year it is the perfect time for drivers to list their motor, find a buyer, and do so quickly! However, as small signs of wear and tear can make a vehicle seem neglected, giving buyers the upper hand to negotiate the price down. This can be a common worry for those looking to sell … [Read more...]
Tradelines 24 September
TyreSafe, the UK’s only charity dedicated to raising awareness of tyre safety, has launched its flagship Young Driver Campaign warning that just two illegal tyres could cost new drivers their licence. A nationwide road safety operation targeting young drivers from 22 September to 5 October explains driving with unsafe or illegal tyres carries fines of up to … [Read more...]
Autonomous vehicles raise road safety issues
The growing prospect of driverless cars being allowed on UK roads has raised a number of questions over safety and law, and how other drivers interact with them. New consultation on driverless vehicles announced last week gives fleets the opportunity to raise practical safety concerns surrounding the new technology, says FleetCheck, and some of the points … [Read more...]
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