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Excitement for autonomous vehicles soars bu...

May 09, 2019Comments off

A new study from the Capgemini Research Institute has found that consumer preference for riding in self-driving cars is set to double within the next five years. While only 25% of consumers would prefer to ride

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AI could save automotive manufacturers up t...

May 09, 2019Comments off

Greater use of advanced analytics, and AI in particular, could produce a saving of between £150m and £200m in reduced warranty claims for car manufacturers, according to Deloitte. The estimated saving is based on a typical

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Manufacturers of not so “Smart” vehicle...

May 09, 2019Comments off

The race by manufacturers to cram new vehicles with the latest technologies is turning into a headache for owners, with audio/communication/entertainment/navigation (ACEN) systems comprising half of the 10 most problematic issues that owners cite in their

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Brexit preparations completed

May 09, 2019Comments off

Brexit preparations have been completed by cap hpi to ensure its data and systems will be ready for the impact of the UK leaving the EU with or without a deal. If the UK leaves without

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The changing face of UK van drivers

May 09, 2019Comments off

From professional knitters to vicars, the UK’s van drivers are fast becoming an eclectic mix of people, as new research released by MoneySuperMarket reveals who are the most accident-prone drivers. While the stereotypical van driver might be thought of as a builder, painter or carpenter, 40

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Having nine points on licence cheaper than ...

May 08, 2019Comments off

Being one step away from a driving ban can mean cheaper car insurance costs than having zero no-claims discount according to new research by Vantage Leasing. Insurance quotes were nearly 10% cheaper on average for a

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Plug-in hybrid owners really do plug in

May 08, 2019Comments off

A recent survey of drivers of the UK’s most popular Plug-in Hybrid Vehicle, the Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV, reveals that around two thirds (68%) plug their car in every single day and 90% charge their vehicles at

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Demand for EU action on safe and comfortabl...

May 08, 2019Comments off

Transport by road is vital for Europe, carrying around three quarters of inland freight in the EU. However, the truck parking areas where drivers rest are insufficient or in desperate need of an upgrade. Now employers’

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81% of consumers call for licence ban for r...

May 08, 2019Comments off

As the fifth UN Road Safety Week (6-12 May) calls for people to #SpeakUp and save lives, a survey from Venson, an independent UK wide fleet solutions provider, reveals escalating concern over reckless driving. 8 out

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New car demand falls in April as plug-in hy...

May 08, 2019Comments off

  The UK new car market declined by -4.1% in April, according to figures released today by the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT). The month saw 161,064 units registered, the second lowest April volume since 2012