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Can Andy Burnham deliver for UK logistics and transport?

Can Andy Burnham deliver for UK logistics a...

Jul 21, 2026No Comments

Andy Burnham officially became the UK’s Prime Minister on 20 July 2026 following his election as Labour leader, promising to deliver a “circuit breaker for

GEM warns UK drivers of £200 tolls and costly fines in Europe

GEM warns UK drivers of £200 tolls and cos...

Jul 20, 2026No Comments

Breakdown and road safety organisation GEM Motoring Assist is encouraging UK motorists travelling abroad this summer to prepare thoroughly before setting off, warning that fatigue,

Connected car installed base to reach 583 million by 2030

Connected car installed base to reach 583 m...

Jul 20, 2026No Comments

The global connected car market is set for strong growth over the next five years, with the number of vehicles using embedded connectivity expected to

Driver on his mobile phone

Your new car is legally required to spy on ...

Jul 17, 2026No Comments

Every new car sold in the European Union is now required to feature an infrared camera aimed at the driver’s face under the Advanced Driver

Electric Vehicles are driving the company car boom

Electric Vehicles are driving the company c...

Jul 16, 2026No Comments

After years of decline, the company car market is enjoying a strong revival, with electric vehicles (EVs) leading the resurgence. HMRC’s latest Benefit in Kind

The Motor Ombudsman opens new Liverpool hub

The Motor Ombudsman opens new Liverpool hub

Jul 15, 2026No Comments

The Motor Ombudsman has opened a new regional hub in Liverpool, marking a significant milestone as the independent automotive dispute resolution body approaches its 10th

Will the Middle East war accelerate electric vehicle uptake, what influence will eVED have?

Government softens eVED proposals after ind...

Jul 14, 2026No Comments

The Government has confirmed a series of changes to its proposed Electric Vehicle Excise Duty (eVED) scheme following a consultation that attracted widespread concern from

Falcon Buses unveils its new fleet of electric buses

Falcon Buses unveils its new fleet of elect...

Jul 13, 2026No Comments

Falcon Buses has launched its first fleet of electric buses as part of a major investment in zero-emission public transport across Surrey, supported by a

Repeat drug driving revealed 5 times higher than drink-driving

Drug driving offences overtake drink drivin...

Jul 13, 2026No Comments

Drug driving offences have overtaken drink driving offences for the first time, according to new analysis by road safety charity IAM RoadSmart, prompting renewed calls

RAC warns as heatwave pushes vehicle breakdowns higher

RAC warns as heatwave pushes vehicle breakd...

Jul 13, 2026No Comments

The RAC is urging motorists to prepare for more vehicle breakdowns as much of the UK experiences another spell of extreme heat, with some parts