If those who drive the furthest ditched fossil fuels, the UK could save all of the oil – 13.6 million tonnes – expected to be extracted from the North Sea by the 2040s, according to analysis by the New Automotive group. The 25% group also accounts for more than half of all miles driven and more than half of costs spent on motoring, a report by transport research organisation New AutoMotive found … [Read more...]
Rural Wales safest in UK for car theft
Motorists in West and Mid-Wales are the luckiest in Britain. Car theft analysis shows they are the least likely to have a vehicle stolen. DVLA statistics studied by insurer Confused.com reveals those living in Dyfed-Powys are the safest from vehicle theft, where just 22 per 100,000 cars are stolen. North Wales is only slightly worse with 37 per 100,000, possibly due to its proximity to thieves … [Read more...]
12-year-olds taking cars
New research from Direct Line Motor Insurance reveals 1,156 people under the age of 18 have been charged with vehicle theft in the past three years, the equivalent of more than one per day. The statistics also reveal that children as young as 12 have been charged with the crime. More than half (53 per cent) of under-18s charged with vehicle theft in the past three years were aged between 15 and … [Read more...]
Vehicle theft reaches new high
This week it was announced that the number of recorded vehicle thefts in the last 12 months has reached nearly 90,000. With the majority of police forces around the UK recording an increase in car thefts over the last year, IAM RoadSmart is on hand to give their top tips to help keep your car safe from thieves. Your car is probably one of the most expensive items you own, so it’s important to … [Read more...]
“Frost Jacking” warning
With the average first day of frost striking as early as 11 November in some regions of the UK, Tracker warns motorists of the perils of ‘Frost Jacking’ and urges extra vigilance when de-icing vehicle windscreens. Over three and a half million pounds worth of stolen vehicles were recovered by Tracker between November 2019 and January 2020, the peak months for vehicle thefts and typically when … [Read more...]
WiFi thieves are locking onto cars
Recent figures from by the government show that car theft is on the rise again. Its increased by 15 per cent since 2016/17, and 40 per cent over the last five years and the finger is pointed at keyless entry systems. Tracker is warning motorists to increase their level of car security as 80% of all vehicles stolen and recovered by Tracker in 2017 were stolen without using the owner’s … [Read more...]
Comparison websites’ activities exposed
The AA has given a cautious welcome to the Competition & Markets Authority final report on its investigation into digital price comparison tools, including price comparison websites. Comparison sites, which charge a fee to insurers, often have restrictive clauses that limit insurers’ ability to discount premiums on other sales channels. This leads to a focus is on policy price, rather than … [Read more...]
Co-ordinated campaign to crack car cyber-criminals
Car security experts are now launching an attack on cyber-criminals. Establishing standards to promote consumer confidence around vehicle cyber security is high on the agenda for Thatcham Research, as the British insurers’ research centre turns attentions to combatting future car crime as the newest members of the Cyber Security Consortium for Connected Vehicles (CCV). Connected vehicle … [Read more...]
WiFi highjackers targetted with latest technology
Major manufacturers have come under the spotlight in recent weeks as a widely used electronic security device designed to prevent car thefts could easily be disabled by criminals. When TRACKER asked motorists about the issue a staggering 70% said they would think twice before buying a keyless car, to avoid being a target for car hackers. Some car security devices are vulnerable to … [Read more...]
Legal code breakers threaten luxury car owners
Keyless car entry kits are being sold on the web for less than £100 which makes them easily accessible to any car thief, warn Tracker. Car hacking is a growing issue for motorists with many vehicle manufacturers now adopting keyless technology. Jaguar Land Rover is the latest manufacturer to boost its vehicle security to tackle the problem. There has been a rise in the numbers of vehicles … [Read more...]