Remarkably, a new study by the RAC and vehicle insurer Ageas, shows that around 30% of UK motorists will avoid country lanes and smaller roads when travelling on holiday. Drivers would rather add considerable extra time or distance to their journey simply to stay away from narrow lanes or minor roads.
more info…New and used cars have seen gradual price increases from the onset of the pandemic. Initially, the rise in prices of used cars was due to supply constraints during the global semi-conductor crisis, buyers rushed for used cars raising the prices significantly within a short period.
more info…Drivers will be aware that, especially in UK cities, it is increasingly common to find cameras ‘policing’ moving traffic. As a result, drivers will sometimes only learn about their motoring misdemeanour when a fine notice drops through their letterbox.
more info…Finding the best parking spots can be challenging but parking your vehicle under a streetlight is a costly oversight. You would think that shining a spotlight on your vehicle keeps it safe, unfortunately, studies show lighting increases the chances of theft rather than boosting security.
more info…One of the main costs for motorists can be Vehicle Excise Duty (VED) otherwise known as “car tax”; this can set some back up to £1,000 per year, though this figure varies widely by type and age of vehicle as well as the specific tax “banding”.
more info…With soaring fuel costs, road tax, and increasing insurance policy premiums for private and motor trader drivers, it’s hardly surprising many motorists of new and used cars show little patience when it comes to parking fines, even less so when actually cornered by a traffic warden issuing a PCN (penalty charge notice).
more info…Motorists have had a tough time over the past couple of years. Since 2020, prices for new and used cars have risen considerably with the used car market especially buoyant for sellers.
more info…The motor trade industry like many others is usually faced with parking problems, especially in large cities with minimal parking facilities or residential areas with narrow roads. Pavement parking peeves pedestrians since the vehicles occupy part of the pavement and may block a pathway.
more info…According to a newspaper report, another so-called “green” levy pulled from the hat by a dozen or so UK city councils is likely to have working motorists turning purple with rage. In a nutshell, it seems many local planners believe now is the time to introduce workplace parking charges which could amount to as much as £1,000 per year for each parking space.
more info…The Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) brought in new regulations in January 2022 to end the practice known as “price-walking”. Many loyal customers faced increasing insurance policy premiums each year while new customers were often rewarded with a discount or special pricing. Under the new guidelines this is no longer permitted.
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