EVs

VMs limiting ICE supply to meet ZEV Mandate targets

Vehicle manufacturers are limiting the sale of petrol and hybrid vehicles to dealerships in order to meet incoming ZEV Mandate targets. This is according to Vertu Motors’ chief executive Robert […]

Auto Trader reveals spike in new car demand

New car demand has spiked this month with visits to the Auto Trader new car platform up seven per cent month-on-month in August. This builds on the 2.7% rise in […]

SYNETIQ celebrates HEVRA training success

SYNETIQ has announced that its mechanical vehicle technicians have completed their HEVRA training. Each technician achieved a completion rate of 97% or above. This significant achievement underscores SYNETIQ’s commitment to staying […]

Battery assessments before purchase key to EV buyers

New research has revealed that nearly all buyers of used electric vehicles believe independent battery assessments are important before making a purchase. The study found that 87% of motorists think a […]

Warrantywise warns of EV repair skills shortage

A shortage of EV repair skills is among the most serious skills challenges of the century. This is according to leading automotive expert, Lawrence Whittaker, CEO of Warrantywise. He believes the […]

Used car values hit one-year high at BCA

Used car values at BCA reached their highest values in a year in July, while sold volumes were up by 14% compared to June. Average values of used cars were […]

SMR costs for EVs cheaper than hybrids and ICE models

Analysis of new data has found that service, maintenance and repair (SMR) costs for electric vehicles are significantly cheaper than for comparable hybrid and ICE models. According to Epyx, average […]

Used car sales grow for sixth straight quarter

Used car sales in the UK grew for the sixth consecutive quarter, rising 7.2% in the second quarter of 2024 thanks partly to surging demand for electric vehicles. According to […]