More than 2 million MOT fails were caused by tyre defects last year—prompting fresh calls for legal reform and follow-up requirements.
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According to new data from the RAC, the percentage of young drivers who make and receive illegal phone calls while driving without hands-free technology is at its highest level in eight years, 21 years after the practice was first made illegal. According to data from the RAC’s 2024 Report on Motoring, 55% of drivers under
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A record-breaking £1.6 billion has been announced by the government to fix England’s roads and patch seven million more potholes. The release states that the work would be completed in 2025 and 2026. The government’s Plan for Change includes a £500 million funding increase for local roads agencies throughout England. According to RAC data, drivers
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The UK is now on track to meet its EV sales goal for 2024, according to new data from a government think group. The success of the industry is despite some manufacturers stating that the target is too challenging. The zero-emission vehicle (ZEV) rule takes into account credits from the sale of lower-emission hybrid petrol
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Experts are warning that some of the most common causes of MOT failure could be avoided with just a few simple checks. Data from the DVSA reveals that almost three million Brits had a fault with their lamps, reflectors, or electrical equipment during their MOT this year. Not only does this mean that faulty electrical
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The winter solstice is fast approaching, bringing just 7 hours and 49 minutes of daylight to the UK. For many, this also means thousands of motorists will be driving in low light conditions. In fact, over 85,000 collisions over the past decade were linked to driver vision being impaired by external factors, with nighttime driving
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The UK’s electric vehicle (EV) landscape is poised for transformative changes as we head into 2025. Here, Versinetic‘s EV charger engineering team has compiled key predictions for the EV industry for the coming year, highlighting anticipated growth in sales, advancements in charging infrastructure, and breakthroughs in battery technology. The ZEV mandate revolution: Reshaping Britain’s roads
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Tens of thousands of pounds have already been spent on personalised number plates this year – but a new survey reveals that just 19% would buy one as a Christmas present for their loved ones. According to the DVLA, the most spent on a private plate this year is £80,000 for L1 BYA on black
As temperatures drop, it’s not just Brits who feel the chill, their vehicles also struggle to run efficiently in the colder weather too. In fact, searches for ‘fuel saving tips’ have increased by 25% over the last three months. So, to help motorists reduce their petrol usage and costs over the festive period, the experts
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As a step towards devolution, the government plans to implement a pavement ban across the country. Pavement parking was cited as an example of “an action to address at a national level” in the English Devolution White Paper, which was released yesterday and granted mayors significant new powers. As part of the ‘biggest transfer of
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