Figures listed in a recent report from the European Automobile Manufacturers Association (ACEA) show the European Union have some of the safest roads in the world, with the United Kingdom’s roads featuring second on the list just behind Sweden for the safest roads based on the number of road deaths per million people.
more info…Over two million speeding tickets were issued in 2018, which saw a rise of over 40% compared to the number of tickets raised back in 2011. Every motorist knows how penalty points and speeding fines can increase the cost of a motor trade insurance policy.
more info…Most divers are responsible road users, every vehicle owner has a duty of care to themselves and other road users to ensure their car is roadworthy and kept in good condition.
more info…Following on from the announcement back in March regarding MOT testing extensions by a six-month grace period from the Transport Secretary, Grant Shapps, which allowed all drivers an extension to re-book an MOT due a test from 30th March 2020.
more info…UK government advisers are suggesting new and used car tax (VED) should be increased to help tackle climate change by bringing forward the date for selling of new conventional cars from 2035 to 2032, whilst increasing taxes on some vehicles as part of a green recovery.
more info…As drivers of new and used cars slowly return to our roads again and motor trade showrooms start to re-open their doors, reports are showing a steep rise in the number of recent insurance policy claims for accidental damage.
more info…In recent years car electronics have become even more important to motor trade manufacturers and the role they play for drivers of new and used cars.
more info…As new and used car showrooms start to reopen again with the required Covid19 government safety requirements in place, like social distancing for example, some dealerships like Lookers and Aston Martin have just announced they will be cutting jobs and closing showrooms around the UK.
more info…After two long months, new and used car showrooms in England will start to reopen from June 1, 2020, which is a much-needed boost and welcome news for all those involved with the motor trade industry.
more info…The Mayor of London Sadiq Khan has announced that the daily London congestion charge will increase by 30% from £11.50 to £15 a day in June.
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