Britain’s small car makers have been exempted from forthcoming EU laws on zero emissions by 2035 if they register under 1,000 cars annually.
But it’s unclear if the UK Government will permit them to continue selling petrol models in Britain after that date.
The Public and Commercial Services union said members will be walking out in protest against pay, jobs, pensions and conditions at the DVLA, Swansea.
The action is scheduled to take place from 27 February 27 to 3 March and is the latest in an increasingly bitter dispute which will hit motorists and the motor trade but on-line services should be unaffected.
The cancellation of major Welsh road building projects is “disappointing” said Logistics UK.
But the freight transport and handling organisation said it was encouraged about a new plan for goods traffic and better provision for drivers services on main routes, although the Welsh Government must also be realistic about what could be put on the rail network.
Used car prices are rising with yet another month of growth recorded by Auto Trader.
Average retail used car prices have risen 0.7% in February compared to January, says the used car marketplace, but it records a drop of 9.1% in used ev values.
Brits are more cautious about DIY car servicing than tackling jobs in their homes, according to Holts.
About 80% would not take on DIY repairs, a third would need help and 90% would not even change an air filter in routine maintenance.
