More 20mph speed limits in Glasgow despite UK Government’s ‘Plan for Drivers’
More 20mph speed limits in Glasgow despite UK Government’s ‘Plan for Drivers’
Almost 4,000 additional streets in Glasgow will get a 20mph speed limit, with introductions set to be phased
2 May 2024
Should you sell a car on Facebook Marketplace?
Should you sell a car on Facebook Marketplace?
Sceptical about selling your car on Facebook? We go over everything you need to know about the Facebook Marketplace?
2 May 2024
UK new car buyers love a Mercedes-Benz but Ford is favourite when used
UK new car buyers love a Mercedes-Benz but Ford is favourite when used
Data from YouGov’s BrandIndex shows that Mercedes-Benz is a top choice with new car buyers, with used buyers favouring Ford
2 May 2024
UK diesel car market to be “decimated” in 4 years, due to EV laws
UK diesel car market to be “decimated” in 4 years, due to EV laws
Diesel car market share will fall to as little as three per cent in the next four years due to the “legislative direction” around zero-emissions vehic…
29 Apr 2024
Stable charging costs make EVs look cheaper as petrol prices rise
Stable charging costs make EVs look cheaper as petrol prices rise
The cost of EV charging has remained consistent in the last month, despite surging prices of petrol and diesel.
29 Apr 2024
New Private Parking Code of Practice to enforce grace period for parking fines
New Private Parking Code of Practice to enforce grace period for parking fines
The British Parking Association has announced that it will implement a new Code of Practice for private car parks later this year, with changes to boo…
26 Apr 2024
Where and how to advertise your car for free
Where and how to advertise your car for free
Do you want to list and sell your car for free? We give our top tips on where and how to do so
25 Apr 2024
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UK petrol and diesel prices: latest fuel costs explained
UK petrol and diesel prices: latest fuel costs explained
Petrol prices have risen on average by 8 pence since the start of 2024. We explain why fuel prices are going up again
23 Apr 2024
Record complaints about car repairers blamed on cost-of-living crisis by garage watchdog
Record complaints about car repairers blamed on cost-of-living crisis by garage watchdog
The Motor Ombudsman has recorded its highest quarterly number of complaints about garage repairs, with rising financial pressures cited as the driving…
23 Apr 2024
Faulty smart motorway tech putting drivers in danger
Faulty smart motorway tech putting drivers in danger
BBC’s Panorama finds smart motorway tech is putting drivers at risk every day, with 397 power outages in last two years
22 Apr 2024
Labour to U-turn on 20mph speed limit in Wales after harsh criticism
Labour to U-turn on 20mph speed limit in Wales after harsh criticism
Wales’ Transport Secretary, Ken Skates says Labour will reverse its blanket 20mph rules “as soon as we can”
22 Apr 2024
Tesla slashes Supercharger membership cost with 42 sites now open to all EVs
Tesla slashes Supercharger membership cost with 42 sites now open to all EVs
Tesla has cut the costs of its Supercharger Membership, which grants access to lower charging rates, by £2 per month
19 Apr 2024
Food or car insurance? Tough choices for low income households as costs spiral
Food or car insurance? Tough choices for low income households as costs spiral
Citizens Advice has told parliament’s Treasury Committee that people of colour pay, on average, £250 more for car insurance
18 Apr 2024
How to sell your car without an MOT
How to sell your car without an MOT
Don’t fret if your car has failed its MOT; we show you how to sell it avoiding the pitfalls.
17 Apr 2024
M25 weekend closure no.2 to bring “long delays” in May
M25 weekend closure no.2 to bring “long delays” in May
Further M25 closures are expected to take place throughout the year, with the next scheduled for 10-13 May
16 Apr 2024
Banks told to brace for billions in potential car finance scandal payouts
Banks told to brace for billions in potential car finance scandal payouts
The FCA is investigating now-banned ‘discretionary commission arrangements’, which could result in huge compensation payouts for motorists
15 Apr 2024
Real-world car emissions and fuel economy are 20% worse than advertised figures
Real-world car emissions and fuel economy are 20% worse than advertised figures
European Commission has found that, on average, most cars are far less fuel efficient and environmentally friendly than official WLTP test results sug…
12 Apr 2024
Banned car number plates: naughty 74-reg number plates deemed too rude for the roads
Banned car number plates: naughty 74-reg number plates deemed too rude for the roads
The DVLA has revealed its list of new-for-2024 number plates judged too saucy for the streets, and there are plenty of potential shockers on the banne…
10 Apr 2024
New ‘24’ plate boosts UK new car sales in March after “two tough years”
New ‘24’ plate boosts UK new car sales in March after “two tough years”
According to the SMMT, over 300,000 new cars have received the new ‘24’ registration plate so far, with new car sales up 10% year-on-year
4 Apr 2024
Continual rises in fuel prices causing “misery at the pumps”
Continual rises in fuel prices causing “misery at the pumps”
New RAC and CMA data shows rises in fuel prices and retailer margins since the beginning of the year
4 Apr 2024
Tesla stock prices tumble as Elon Musk’s EV firm sees worst sales since 2022
Tesla stock prices tumble as Elon Musk’s EV firm sees worst sales since 2022
Tesla has reported its first year-on-year drop in sales since 2020, with stock prices dropping as much as 5% as a result
3 Apr 2024
Government to investigate car headlight glare as drivers report being dazzled
Government to investigate car headlight glare as drivers report being dazzled
Almost nine-in-ten drivers think car headlights are too bright and now the Government says it’s looking into the matter
2 Apr 2024
Car tax bands: 2024/2025 VED bands explained
Car tax bands: 2024/2025 VED bands explained
Our guide to the VED road tax bands for cars first registered from 1 April 2017 onwards
2 Apr 2024
Top 10 best ‘Easter eggs’ in cars
Top 10 best ‘Easter eggs’ in cars
Easter Sunday – commonly referred to as ‘stuff your face with chocolate day’ – is rapidly approaching, so what better way to celebrate than exploring …
29 Mar 2024
Road tax set to rise in April: here’s how much more you’ll pay
Road tax set to rise in April: here’s how much more you’ll pay
Drivers with newer cars will now pay £10 more per year, although the biggest gas guzzlers fare even worse
28 Mar 2024
Eggs-perts warn of Easter weekend traffic ‘carmageddon’
Eggs-perts warn of Easter weekend traffic ‘carmageddon’
Current estimates suggest over 14 million journeys will be completed as the Easter weekend and school holidays clash
28 Mar 2024
‘Secret’ UK courts are fast-tracking speeding fines say magistrates
‘Secret’ UK courts are fast-tracking speeding fines say magistrates
New guidance from Magistrates’ Association calls for reform and aims to expose ‘secret’ Single Justice Procedure system
26 Mar 2024
Low on stock: Only 1-in-10 UK supermarkets offer electric car charging
Low on stock: Only 1-in-10 UK supermarkets offer electric car charging
A survey by Zap-Map and the RAC reveals only 13% of supermarkets are equipped with EV chargers, despite a 59% increase in the past year
22 Mar 2024
Learner drivers left frustrated with “unacceptable” driving test wait times
Learner drivers left frustrated with “unacceptable” driving test wait times
New data shows average wait times of as long as 14 weeks face new drivers booking tests across the UK
21 Mar 2024
Home EV charger grant extended to those without off-street parking
Home EV charger grant extended to those without off-street parking
The government has now extended its £350 EV charger grant to those with “adequate” on-road parking, but there remains no electric car purchase incenti…
19 Mar 2024
Low Traffic Neighbourhoods: many residents unaware of multi-million pound ‘cash cows’
Low Traffic Neighbourhoods: many residents unaware of multi-million pound ‘cash cows’
58 per cent of residents don’t know they’re in an LTN, while less than a quarter say they improve air quality or encourage cycling
19 Mar 2024
HS2 funds can’t solve UK’s £16.3 billion pothole problem
HS2 funds can’t solve UK’s £16.3 billion pothole problem
The Asphalt Industry Alliance’s annual report suggests UK roads are at “breaking point”, despite extra cash promised by the government
19 Mar 2024
SEAT Ibiza turns 40: our VIP invite to the big Ibiza birthday party
SEAT Ibiza turns 40: our VIP invite to the big Ibiza birthday party
We head to the home of SEAT to celebrate the big-selling Ibiza supermini’s 40th birthday
4 Mar 2024
SEAT Ibiza Anniversary Edition 2024 review: a so-so celebration of the Spanish supermini
SEAT Ibiza Anniversary Edition 2024 review: a so-so celebration of the Spanish supermini
The Ibiza's 40th birthday isn't quite as spectacular as we'd like
9 Feb 2024