Eight in ten British motorists have experienced damage to their vehicle’s body at some point, whether now or in the past. Analysing those who have experienced car damage in their lifetime, 81% of these stated that they’d experienced paint scratches/scuffs on their car, making this the most common damage type, they told pollsters for JTape automotive repair … [Read more...]
Retail News
Tackle depreciation even before you buy a new car
Whenever you buy a car, it’s inevitable that its value will decrease. In fact, within the first 3 years of car ownership, the value can drop by as much as 60%. Some models do better than others, and the arrival of more electric cars is altering the market as well. With the new plate coming in next month, here's advice for readers hoping to understand how … [Read more...]
Toyota hopes flying high for WRC Rally Finland
Toyota Gazoo Racing World Rally Team aim to continue their recent winning run when they compete on home roads at Rally Finland this week with an expanded all-star driver line-up. The high-speed gravel stages of central Finland from 1 to 4 August are the fastest and most spectacular in the FIA World Rally Championship and also home ground for TGR-WRT, who … [Read more...]
Wrexham rolling out public ev points
Wrexham County Borough Council has signed a partnership with Costelloes EV Group to oversee the operation, maintenance, and installation of electric vehicle charge points (EVCPs) on council-owned land. This long-term, fully funded partnership aims to expand the network of chargers across the county at a lower cost and enhance service quality. Costelloes, … [Read more...]
New expanding brands now supplying service data
Data company epyx is reporting a large influx of new motor manufacturers to its core service, maintenance and repair platform. Their 1link Service Network is used by fleets totalling more than four million cars, vans and trucks to manage their SMR processes, working with thousands of franchise dealers, independent garages and fast fits. Greg Tucker, head … [Read more...]
New convertible cars hit 20 year low
U.K. buyers in the market for a new convertible car have the fewest models to choose from in almost 20 years. The latest annual Convertibles Report by CarGurus - a leading automotive marketplace in the U.K. to shop, buy, and sell used vehicles - found consumers have the choice of just 22 new convertible models from the U.K.'s 30 most popular manufacturersi. … [Read more...]
Younger drivers turning towards subscription services
New data from Wagonex revealed that younger drivers are most likely to acquire a car on subscription. Drivers aged 26-35 are six times more likely to get a car on subscription than those aged 56-65, and eleven times more likely than those aged 65+. With the latest sector statistics revealing that the UK’s car subscription market is the biggest in Europe … [Read more...]
Weekend roadtest: Nissan X-Trail N-Connecta Mild Hybrid
The Nissan X-Trail was one of the first crossover models when unveiled in 2000 and now in its fourth generation as it enters its third decade, it is still one of the best family cars available. After globally passing seven million sales, today’s British range includes an unusual seven-seat electrified model, which we have tested here in Mild Hybrid … [Read more...]
Vehicle thefts soaring again & Wales in top five
Over 350 vehicles a day are taken and a large number are never seen again, according to the latest ONS crime report. Government data shows that there were nearly 130,000 recorded vehicle theft crimes in the 12 months to March 2024, and many end up broken for parts or shipped abroad for resale. One region in Wales was in the top five favoured by … [Read more...]
Motorists fleeced out of extra £1.6 Billion in 12 months
Filling stations have pocketed an extra £1.6 Billion from motorists through overcharging on fuel, according to the latest Competition and Markets Authority. Supermarkets and roadside filling stations have steadily increased their profit take per litre and it raises questions about a possible illegal cartel operating behind the scenes with rivals reluctant … [Read more...]
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