Only two-fifths of drivers (39%) think an electric vehicle would be cheaper to run than a petrol or diesel car, despite EVs being the cheapest fuel type to run on a per-mile basis in 2026. Research from Motorpoint, based on a survey of 2,000 car owners, found that misconceptions around the cost of EVs are holding car owners back from making the switch, … [Read more...]
Money shortage putting brakes on servicing and safety – RAC
Cash strapped young drivers are most likely to delay necessary repairs or tyre replacements on financial grounds. A poll for the RAC found 25% of those under 25 and 21% of drivers in the 25-44 age group say they have done so, compared to just 5% of drivers aged 65 and older. Among drivers of all ages, 3% have deliberately avoided their MOT, a legal … [Read more...]
September spoilers with new or used premium buys
If you've decided not to buy a new-plate car for 1 September, you might want to indulge in a second hand luxury or supercar with a good reputation for reliability and longevity. Owning a luxury or supercar is a goal for many drivers, but working out whether it's actually affordable involves far more than checking the asking price. Here, John Graeme, Luxury … [Read more...]
Smart Charging to cut EV running costs
Despite growing adoption of electric vehicles, widespread misconceptions about cost and charging still shape public opinion. Recent research from the AA shows that 80% of drivers believe electric cars are too expensive to purchase, while only 21% think EVs are cheaper to run than petrol or diesel vehicles. One in five motorists also believes charging away … [Read more...]
Six of the best for young drivers
Every year, hundreds of thousands of new drivers set out to buy their first car, faced with the challenge of balancing affordability with reliability. With the cost of living rising, choosing a car that is cheap to insure, run, and maintain is essential. ChooseMyCar.com has compiled this list using criteria tailored primarily to new drivers. The … [Read more...]
Welsh parents asked for least by young drivers
New research from Autotrader revealed just how many UK drivers are on the roads thanks to the “Bank of Mum and Dad”. Their nationally representative survey of 2,002 UK drivers found that one in three motorists (33%) has received financial help from their parents towards car costs such as insurance, fuel, repairs, or MOTs in the last 12 months. A further … [Read more...]
Long term costs challenging to fleets
Total cost of ownership is the biggest challenge facing UK fleets, shows the new Arval Mobility Observatory Barometer. It was named by 48% almost of respondents in this new research – a jump from 31% when the same question was asked last year. Other challenges included implementing alternative energy strategies (46%), inducing more responsible driving … [Read more...]
What makes a family car good?
Choosing a new family car is a major decision, often involving hours of research into safety ratings and specifications. Yet for many parents, the frustration comes not from the big features, but the small, daily realities that a brochure can never capture. In fact, experts at Vertu have spotted that searches for ‘family car reviews’ and ‘family car … [Read more...]
Used cars more likely to be first choice
Used car buyer sentiment is at a 12-month high, according to new research. The new Startline Used Car Tracker shows a net 57% are positive about the idea of buying a used car this month – the highest figure since 53% in August 2024. Paul Burgess, CEO at Startline Motor Finance, said, “This is good news. While the used car market has been relatively buoyant … [Read more...]
Young drivers’ premiums falling
The average cost of driving for young motorists, aged under 25, has fallen by £678 in the past year, according to the latest Young Drivers research from Compare the Market. The decline in the cost of driving is mainly due to a drop in the average car insurance premium which decreased to £1,437 in March 2025, compared to £2,077 in the same month last … [Read more...]
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