UK named world capital for whiplash
The UK out-paces even the USA when it comes to whiplash claims, making Britain the ‘World Capital for Whiplash’. Analysis of a private study, conducted in the United States, and […]
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British motor firms argue to stay in EU
A number of British automotive firms have declared remaining in the European Union (EU) is important to their businesses. The high-profile referendum on Britain’s membership of the EU is potentially set to […]
PPG scoops FCA award
PPG has seen off competition from about 1,000 suppliers to be named Sustainability Supplier of the Year by the Fiat Chrysler Automobiles (FCA) Group for its Europe, Middle East and […]
Over one in four drove with tyre defects
A survey conducted by TyreSafe and Highways England revealed more than one in four of Britain’s vehicles was driven with an illegal and dangerous tyre in 2015. The survey revealed […]
Toyota to buy out Daihatsu
Toyota has confirmed a deal to purchase Daihatsu Motors, which will now become a subsidiary operation. Cars will still be sold under the Daihatsu brand, but it will now be […]
Auction demand for Defenders rises
Demand for late-plate Land Rover Defenders at auction has increased as the 4×4 vehicle ceases production. Production of the Defender ended earlier today (29/01) after 68 years, with the last one built […]
Driverless vehicles for London unveiled
The design of the first driverless vehicles to be trialled on the streets of London has officially been revealed. The vehicles will be adapted from shuttle ‘pods’ currently in use at Heathrow Airport, […]
Renault take three prizes at FAI awards
Renault took home three prizes from the 2016 International Automobile Festival awards in Paris. The French car company won the Most Beautiful Car of the year for its Renault Talisman […]
DFT considers roadworks reform
Transport Secretary Patrick McLoughlin is considering proposals to extend penalties on unnecessary disruption caused by roadworks. Under the proposals being considered, councils and utility companies would be fined £5,000 a day […]
European Union lift garage restrictions
A change to European Union law means independent garages could take more service business from franchise dealers. The new legislation coming in to force will support the existing right of […]
Self-service motor finance to rise
Self-service motor finance is set to become a major trend in 2016, according to iVendi. The dealer online technology firm have said that technology to allow customers to work through their […]
Green cars likeliest to be ‘at risk’
New research has found that green cars hit more ‘at risk’ statuses than any other car colour. A study into the risks of used car buying by HPI found green […]
