The July 2015 Budget was announced by David Cameron’s Conservative government shortly after the general election in May, and replaces the previous Budget introduced by the coalition government in March. Adjustments to spending in different sectors, and to tax rates, mean that some people will find themselves better off financially under the new Budget, while others will experience lower earnings. Every Budget has its winners and losers, and will produce at least a few changes that will have some sectors of the population protesting. more info… →

On May 19th, the DVLA moved their new Share Driving Licence service into the public domain. This is the latest step in allowing British drivers to share their information with selected companies and individuals in the motor trade or elsewhere, while still keeping most of their driving records private. more info… →

The motor trade has spiced up its act in recent years with many new and improved models from SUV’s to compact executives all doing well from less run of the mill manufacturers. Whatever your insurance policy will stretch to there’s a new car out there for you somewhere so why not check out one of these. more info… →

In the UK, trade plates are an essential requirement for the motor trade. If you are a dealer in new and used cars, a manufacturer, a vehicle tester, for example at an MOT station or garage, if you repair or valet cars, or if you collect or deliver vehicles under their own power rather than on a trailer, you will need at least one, and probably several sets. more info… →

2015 has seen fuel costs fall and rise again, not just in the UK but also further afield. Lower prices of both petrol and diesel at the beginning of the year can be attributed to the lower price of crude oil, with Brent crude oil hitting its lowest level in six years. Major supermarkets and local garages alike cut their prices in response, and it was reported that three West Midlands garages were even selling petrol at under 100 pence a litre, a price not seen for over five years. more info… →