EXPERT COMMENT: FUEL PRICES HIT NEW RECORD HIGH
News today reveals that fuel prices have hit a record high, with petrol now reaching 170.4p and diesel costing a new high of 181.4p. Car...
Battery Swapping to Compliment Inadequate Charging Infrastructure, Reports IDTechEx
The separation of body and batteryTraditional cable-based charging of electric vehicles (EVs) is now being complemented by another solution: battery swapping. Various swap-enabled vehicles...
EXPERT COMMENT: 20MPH SPEED CAMERAS MAKING ROADS SAFER
In light of news that 20mph speed cameras are launching across the UK, Car Insurance Expert at Confused.com Alex Kindred says:
“Our research shows that almost four in five...
WARNING: Brits are unknowingly dangerous driving thanks to “lucky” habits
New research reveals drivers are putting themselves, passengers and pedestrians at risk practising superstitious rituals to avoid bad luck. With 43% of motorists admitting...
How to get selling auto parts for cars?
Right now is an ideal opportunity to sell automobile parts online as the area keeps on increasing at a development rate that makes it...
Scots driving test centre named most likely place in UK to...
The areas with the UK's best male and female drivers have been announced, with one Scottish test centre taking first place. Aberdeen South (Cove) has an average...
Warning for Welsh motorists as pollen count predicted to rise
Welsh hay fever sufferers warned penalty points not to be sniffed at
The Met Office pollen forecast for Wales could give hay fever sufferers more...
Sat Nav Dependency: Almost half of drivers rely on a Sat...
New research reveals that almost half of drivers (40%) rely on using a Sat Nav when driving somewhere newAlmost one in four of 25-34...
The areas in the UK with the highest driving test pass...
Lee on The Solent sees a 67.13% average pass rate for women – the highest of all major test centres in the UK Aberdeen South...
The most popular used car brands, according to Google
BMW is the top car brand people want to buy used, averaging over 78,800 searches a month Audi and Mercedes take second and third respectively Porsche...
Motorists urged to park properly at tourist destinations
While local authorities across the UK are ready to offer a warm welcome to visitors, warnings have been made about a repeat of scenes...
Release: Number of people aged 90 or over holding driving licences...
NUMBER OF PEOPLE AGED 90 OR OVER HOLDING DRIVING LICENCES HAS ALMOST DOUBLED IN A DECADE, TO MORE THAN 133,000
5.7 million drivers aged 70...
Installs up for EV charging points – uneven growth sees many...
The number of electric car charging points for public use went up by 33% in the past 12 months, according to new Department for...
FUEL CRISIS: Searches for ‘cheap fuel near me’ EXPLODE 1,900%
Searches for ‘cheap fuel near me’ explode to highest point EVER as prices face a record high
Analysis of Google search data reveals that online...
CAR INSURANCE COSTS ON THE RISE DESPITE FCA PRICING CHANGES –...
- The cost of car insurance has increased for the first time in 18 months – and loyal customers could be paying even more if they choose...
BANK HOLIDAY TRAFFIC: Advice for drivers to help reduce fuel costs...
An expert comment from Car Insurance Expert at Confused.com Alex Kindred that UK roads are expected to be congested this Easter Bank Holiday weekend, as...
Tractor queues could lead to penalty points
A warning for farmers this Easter Bank holiday weekend as police will be on the look-out for long queues disrupting the holiday traffic.
Leading farm vehicle...
Australia has been Ranked the best Family-Friendly Road Trip
DiscoverCars.com has analyzed the best road trips around the world using several ranking factors to determine the best routes for road trips with the family.
Looking...
Fuel Shortage sees searches for ‘petrol stations near me’ explode by...
Analysis of Google search data reveals that searches for ‘petrol stations near me’ soared by 850% in the early hours of 11th April. As well as...
1/4 Wales drivers can’t reverse park!
Car Dealership, Brindley Group carried out a survey to investigate UK motorists' thoughts and opinions on parking, gathering both national and regional results. This included personal...
Revealed: The best cities for scenic drives around the world
DiscoverCars.com asked just over 140,000 tourists and visitors to rate driving in different cities around the world to create a comprehensive list of the best...
The Full Fuel Duty Cut Still Not Seen at the Pumps
The Treasury has an Economic and Moral Duty to stop profiteering and continual unchecked pump pricing.
9 Days after the Spring Statement, the historic 5p...
Should I Buy a Car Through my Business?
If you’re in the market for a new car, then you’ll have a range of different buying options to consider. You might look into...
The best area in the UK to own an electric car…...
Milton Keynes is the best area in the UK to own an electric car, new study reveals
Electric car, new study reveals
Milton Keynes is the...
Oh man! Penalty points hit male motorists where it hurts
Male motorists are clocking-up more than twice as many penalty points as their female counterparts, according to new data from the Department for Transport...
A welcome Fuel Duty Cut – But make it permanent
"It would be churlish not to be thankful to the Chancellor in cutting Fuel Duty by 5p for 12 months. Well done Rishi! Our relentless...
The Best Time and Day to Book a Driving Test at...
Wales specific data from the DVSA reveals the best and worst times to take your driving test based on pass rates
· 'Best' test slot revealed...
The majority of the UK can only afford to finance 3...
78 areas in the UK cannot afford even the cheapest electric vehicle on financeMost areas in the UK can afford three of the electric...
Public wants action on pavement parking
BPA's research finds the public backs tackling pavement parking as priority
In the BPA's latest round of independent consumer research, conducted by ICM Unlimited, which...
The Fastest Growing Car Brands in Great Britain
Kia is the fastest growing car brand in Great Britain, with an increase of 189% from 2010 to 2020 Mini comes in second place, with...
Tips for Choosing the Right Car Child Seat Child
A car seat is an essential safety feature when traveling with your child. They ensure your child sits comfortably and securely while traveling. Therefore,...
These are officially the worst areas in the UK to own...
Bolton is the WORST area in the UK to own an electric car, new study reveals
Bolton is the worst area in the UK to...
Petrol/Diesel 10p -14p Higher than Necessary
Speculators and Fuel Supply Chain, and even the Treasury Profiteering out of a Crisis
Even considering exchange rate changes since 2014 when the dollar price...
It’s Not Worth the Risk! The Dangers of Driving While Uninsured
Owning and taking care of a vehicle is a large responsibility, but most of this responsibility is to other road users and pedestrians. The...
Double trouble! Storms warning for Welsh motorists
A leading insurance firm is warning motorists to check their policies before venturing out this week after the latest weather forecasts say two storms...
Wales’ Favourite Car Make Revealed
Vauxhall is Wales' most popular car makeFord is the UK's favourite car brand in five regions, the most of any car brandVolkswagen has the...
Distracted driving warning for road users listening to sport on the...
With the first weekend Premier League fixtures back after the break and the second round of the Six Nations rugby all kicking off tomorrow,...
Highway Code update: Legal expert reveals top road safety tips
Whilst many are calling the updated highway code (implemented on 29th January 2022) a ‘recipe for disaster’, many are wondering what the public’s general opinion...
Responsible motorists to lose out under Government proposals to reduce parking...
The British Parking Association (BPA) is deeply concerned by the unintended consequences for motorists, landowners and our sector following the proposals put forward by...
Well-off EV owners in for a BIG shock.
Reference: The Transport Select Committee has just announced that the government should tax motorists based on miles travelled as the use of petrol and diesel...
Confusion over changes to highway code
New changes to the Highway Code came into effect this weekend, resulting in both new and amended rulings for all road users. On the...
PANDEMIC ANXIETY WHILE LEARNING TO DRIVE AFFECTING A THIRD OF WELSH LEARNERS
Almost half of those who failed their test (40%) blame feeling overly anxious,
research by Veygo reveals
Over a third of (35%) young learner drivers in Wales say Covid...
Charging points surge as UK strives for green motoring
The number of electric car charging points for public use went up by 9% from 1 October 2021 to 1 January 2022, according to...
WTW partners with Thatcham Research to help insurers adapt to new...
WTW and Thatcham Research have announced a new partnership that combines their market-leading data and analytical capabilities to deliver a more comprehensive understanding of...
COMMENT: Law Commission report marks necessary step on the journey to...
The Law Commissions have today (26 January 2022) published a joint report, recommending the introduction of a new Automated Vehicles Act to ensure the safe...
Increase in the cost of car insurance sees highest price since...
- The cost of car insurance in the UK has increased for the first time in a year, with drivers now paying £539, on...
Increase in the cost of car insurance sees highest price in...
The cost of car insurance in the UK has increased for the first time in a year, with drivers now paying £539, on average...
Defensive driving course for beginners
If you are starting to learn about driving skills and technical rules that apply on the road, then you should know that driving safely...
5 Things every Motorist Should Know
Getting the most from your car requires a fairly broad range of skills. Not only do you need to be able to drive it...
Tracking the vehicle by VIN numbering
Is it really possible?
Learning how to track your vehicle by VIN number is essential if you are looking to get your car back; there...
