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Drivers still unprepared for snowy roads

Less than a third of motorists are prepared for snow, with only 29% keeping a spade or shovel in their cars during winter. The research by AA Tyres also reveals […]

Carolyn joins Covéa

Covéa Insurance has announced the appointment of Carolyn Callan as its new head of small business and schemes. Carolyn joins the insurer having previously held senior roles at Swinton & […]

Treacherous conditions hit UK roads

Motorists are facing ‘treacherous’ road conditions after parts of the UK were covered with snow over the weekend. The Met Office has issued yellow weather warnings of snow and ice […]

Ford scrappage scheme to continue in 2018

The Ford scrappage scheme, which includes cars and CVs, is to be extended into the first quarter of 2018. The success of the scheme, which has seen over 10,500 vehicles […]

Are girls discouraged from a career in mechanics?

The latest research from ClickMechanic, an online marketplace for car repair, has revealed that more than half of UK adults believe that young girls are discouraged from a career in […]

Diesel ban sparks concern

The UK government has pledged to ban the sale of diesel and petrol cars by the year 2040, leaving many businesses and consumers questioning their vehicle purchases. A new report […]

How to stay safe on the roads this winter

As the nights draw in and the temperature starts to plummet, driving on the roads can become increasingly difficult and hazardous. To stay safe, it’s important to adjust your driving […]

TIDAL announces three new partners

The TIDAL Alliance has been strengthened by the strategic appointment of three new partners; Car Colour Services (Romford), Express Paints (Portsmouth) and Paintline in Glasgow and Aberdeen have all joined […]

Sheffield suspends Uber

Uber’s licence to operate in Sheffield has been suspended. The company failed to respond to official requests about its management and as a result will be banned from operating in […]

Family jailed for fraudulent claims

Six members of the same family have been handed prison sentences for their roles in a £100,000 ‘crash for cash’ fraud conspiracy. The sought compensation from LV= for whiplash injuries […]

Motor claims reach £33.3m per day

The ABI has revealed that £33.3m was paid out to motorists every day last year for repairing or replacing vehicles and in personal injury claims. It says that was part […]

Gemini joins rally with 20-car convoy

Gemini has announced that each of its 20 sites will enter a car in next year’s REAL Rally. Managing director Dave Sargeant added that each location will be given £500 […]