Ahead of the UN Climate Change Conference (COP26) next year, it has been announced that new petrol and diesel cars will not be sold to consumers in the UK from 2030.
more info…Back in June 2020, the London Congestion Charge was increased to £15 a day and its operating hours were extended to ten o’clock in the evening, including weekends.
more info…The global pandemic has played havoc with many businesses and industries throughout 2020, and the motor trade industry has been no exception.
more info…We all sometimes make mistakes when driving, but there is a big difference between a small error and driving dangerously in a way that puts other road users at risk. We look at some examples of dangerous driving, when and how to report it, and how driving dangerously can also affect your insurance policy.
more info…According to research conducted by AutoExpress, motorists have forked out over £25 million under Highways England’s statutory removal rules during the last five years. Vehicle recovery numbers have also increased by one-third over the same period.
more info…In October 2020, the Department of Transport (DfT) launched an open consultation on proposals intended to close a loophole in the often-criticised legislation regarding the use of hand-held mobile phones while driving on UK roads.
more info…Uber, the company that enables private vehicle drivers to operate as a taxi service has been attracting controversy since its launch date, mainly due to concerns about the safety of both their drivers, and the passengers.
more info…In the United Kingdom a company vehicle is considered a very good job perk, but one which accrues its own separate level of taxation. You will be liable to pay tax for use of this vehicle for commuting and for any additional private use by yourself or your family; this is known as a “benefit-in-kind” (BiK). Despite this, around one million UK employees currently use company owned vehicles as a regular part of their job and daily lives.
more info…Thanks to a new grading system launched in October 2020, motorists now have more information to better understand a vehicle’s autonomous and assisted driving capability before purchasing the latest vehicle makes and models off a motor trader forecourt.
more info…The Driver and Vehicle Licensing Agency (DVLA) has warned motorists of a large increase in online scams claiming to provide genuine driving licences or vehicle documentation for a fixed fee.
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