The Motoring News for May 2008
May 2008
Fragile Used Car market means good deals for motorists
BCA advises used car buyers to make the most of slowing salesThe latest data from leading vehicle auction company, BCA, has revealed that average used car values are under pressure, despite moving very little in the last month or so. the full story
BCA advises used car buyers to make the most of slowing salesThe latest data from leading vehicle auction company, BCA, has revealed that average used car values are under pressure, despite moving very little in the last month or so. the full story
Published on: 30th May 2008
Buying a Car at a Car Auction
BCA’s top 10 tips for buying a car at auction: Don’t buy on your first visit – sample the atmosphere and get used to the pace. the full story
BCA’s top 10 tips for buying a car at auction: Don’t buy on your first visit – sample the atmosphere and get used to the pace. the full story
Published on: 30th May 2008
According to the latest RAC Research :: Motorists are getting poor value from today's economy
Motorists are getting poor value for money from today's 'high tax - low investment' economy, according to a new analysis released today by the Royal Automobile Club Foundation. the full story
Motorists are getting poor value for money from today's 'high tax - low investment' economy, according to a new analysis released today by the Royal Automobile Club Foundation. the full story
Published on: 30th May 2008
Garages just one click away from new industry Code of Practice
The new Motor Industry Code of Practice for Service and Repair was launched by Motor Codes Limited to the trade today at the Office of Fair Trading in London. the full story
The new Motor Industry Code of Practice for Service and Repair was launched by Motor Codes Limited to the trade today at the Office of Fair Trading in London. the full story
Published on: 27th May 2008
Alpine Develops Thin Subwoofer To Generate Bass In Restricted Automotive Space
High bass performance now available to a range of cars that previously couldn’t accommodate subwoofers. Alpine Electronics, the in car multimedia specialist, has developed a novel subwoofer that offers the possibility to offer excellent low frequency performance in vehicles that couldn’t previously accommodate a bulky, square enclosure. the full story
High bass performance now available to a range of cars that previously couldn’t accommodate subwoofers. Alpine Electronics, the in car multimedia specialist, has developed a novel subwoofer that offers the possibility to offer excellent low frequency performance in vehicles that couldn’t previously accommodate a bulky, square enclosure. the full story
Published on: 19th May 2008
Motoring expert Vicki Butler-Henderson said: 'We really are a nation of naughty drivers'
A fifth of British drivers (21) have been frisky with their partners whilst driving, almost a third flirt with traffic wardens to avoid tickets (30) and a fifth spend more time checking out good-looking drivers than focusing on the road (19), according to research out today from The British International Motor Show sponsored by Zurich Connect. Research undertaken by organisers of the UK’s biggest motor show uncovered bizarre behaviour behind the wheel and such was the impact of the findings that they have set up an online confessional, where drivers can purge their guilt by emailing their secrets to the show’s website . the full story
A fifth of British drivers (21) have been frisky with their partners whilst driving, almost a third flirt with traffic wardens to avoid tickets (30) and a fifth spend more time checking out good-looking drivers than focusing on the road (19), according to research out today from The British International Motor Show sponsored by Zurich Connect. Research undertaken by organisers of the UK’s biggest motor show uncovered bizarre behaviour behind the wheel and such was the impact of the findings that they have set up an online confessional, where drivers can purge their guilt by emailing their secrets to the show’s website . the full story
Published on: 14th May 2008
ILLEGAL DRIVING INSTRUCTORS may be operating in your area
ILLEGAL DRIVING INSTRUCTORS may be operating in your area, the Driving Standards Agency can reveal. The DSA Fraud & Integrity Team (FIT) is currently investigating over 400 cases of suspected illegal driving instruction across the country. the full story
ILLEGAL DRIVING INSTRUCTORS may be operating in your area, the Driving Standards Agency can reveal. The DSA Fraud & Integrity Team (FIT) is currently investigating over 400 cases of suspected illegal driving instruction across the country. the full story
Published on: 14th May 2008
DVLA Personalised Registrations’ unique HU58 AND
The DVLA’S Personal Touch To Getting Married
One lucky groom may one day say “I do” to DVLA Personalised Registrations’ unique HU58 AND plate, but with the 58 series now available to view online there are several million more combinations to play with!For the 58 series is now live on – the agency’s fully interactive website recently heralded by the Daily Telegraph as one of the leading automotive-related websites in the UK. The latest addition takes the total tally of available personalised registrations to more than 30 million, with the site enabling prospective buyers to have fun putting letters on a registration plate and then place it on a car of their choice. the full story
One lucky groom may one day say “I do” to DVLA Personalised Registrations’ unique HU58 AND plate, but with the 58 series now available to view online there are several million more combinations to play with!For the 58 series is now live on – the agency’s fully interactive website recently heralded by the Daily Telegraph as one of the leading automotive-related websites in the UK. The latest addition takes the total tally of available personalised registrations to more than 30 million, with the site enabling prospective buyers to have fun putting letters on a registration plate and then place it on a car of their choice. the full story
Published on: 14th May 2008
Buying a Used Car can be both an exciting and a stressful experience
Everyone enjoys the excitement of buying a new car, but finding the right make, model, colour and specification at the right price can be a challenge. the full story
Everyone enjoys the excitement of buying a new car, but finding the right make, model, colour and specification at the right price can be a challenge. the full story
Published on: 14th May 2008
A recent ‘St Georges Day’ sale of convertibles on behalf of Lex at BCA Brighouse attracted Used Car Buyers from all over the country
Summer must be coming, as a recent ‘St Georges Day’ sale of convertibles on behalf of Lex at BCA Brighouse attracted buyers from all over the country. the full story
Summer must be coming, as a recent ‘St Georges Day’ sale of convertibles on behalf of Lex at BCA Brighouse attracted buyers from all over the country. the full story
Published on: 14th May 2008
Used Car Sale BCA
NICE Mega City
The NICE Mega City Electric Car
You don’t have to wait to buy a stylish, all-electric car that could save you up to £3,000 a year on fuel and tax alone. the full story
You don’t have to wait to buy a stylish, all-electric car that could save you up to £3,000 a year on fuel and tax alone. the full story
Published on: 10th May 2008
Safe Driving is about a mixture of techniques
A good, safe drive is about a mixture of techniques, but high on the list must be the need to use the vehicle’s brakes in a smooth and progressive way. the full story
A good, safe drive is about a mixture of techniques, but high on the list must be the need to use the vehicle’s brakes in a smooth and progressive way. the full story
Published on: 9th May 2008
Beware of Foreign Lorries
Accidents caused by foreign lorries are costing nearly £52m every year, new research suggests. According to analysis by Accident Exchange, one of the UK’s leading accident management specialists, the annual number of crashes on UK roads involving foreign registered lorries could be as high as 9,800*. the full story
Accidents caused by foreign lorries are costing nearly £52m every year, new research suggests. According to analysis by Accident Exchange, one of the UK’s leading accident management specialists, the annual number of crashes on UK roads involving foreign registered lorries could be as high as 9,800*. the full story
Published on: 7th May 2008
Driver Testing and Training to be overhauled
New proposals to reform the way people learn to drive and how they are tested have today been announced by Transport Secretary Ruth Kelly. the full story
New proposals to reform the way people learn to drive and how they are tested have today been announced by Transport Secretary Ruth Kelly. the full story
Published on: 7th May 2008
One In Five Cars Fails Its First MOT
IAM Motoring Trust research acquired through the Freedom of Information Act reveals that 21. 6 per cent of three-year old cars fail their first MoT test (see note 1) – a higher failure rate than in some European countries that do first roadworthiness tests after four years (the European minimum). the full story
IAM Motoring Trust research acquired through the Freedom of Information Act reveals that 21. 6 per cent of three-year old cars fail their first MoT test (see note 1) – a higher failure rate than in some European countries that do first roadworthiness tests after four years (the European minimum). the full story
Published on: 7th May 2008
Selling Your Used Car? You Should Clean Up!
Cleaning a car before putting it up for private sale can add up to £600 to its value, according to the used car experts behind Glass’s Guide to Car Values. the full story
Cleaning a car before putting it up for private sale can add up to £600 to its value, according to the used car experts behind Glass’s Guide to Car Values. the full story
Published on: 6th May 2008
Fuel's Gold - some tips from the IAM on saving fuel
If you are increasingly concerned about petrol costs after the recent price rises, ask yourself these questions next time you are driving. the full story
If you are increasingly concerned about petrol costs after the recent price rises, ask yourself these questions next time you are driving. the full story
Published on: 2nd May 2008
Used Cars Buying Tips :: three quarters of used cars inspected by the RAC have faults that would cause the car to fail an MOT
A shocking three quarters of the used cars inspected by the RAC have faults that would cause the car to fail an MOT and a further one in three have potentially dangerous or illegal faults, according to the motoring organisation. For those looking to buy a used car this should be a stark warning, as the financial cost of fixing a faulty second hand car could prove to be a heavy burden – let alone the danger of driving a car that is unroadworthy. Nicola Johnson, Manager of RAC Inspections explains: “Individuals looking for a used car bargain are entering a minefield and not everyone has either the right level of knowledge to know what to look for, or a mechanically minded friend or family member that they can call upon to help. the full story
A shocking three quarters of the used cars inspected by the RAC have faults that would cause the car to fail an MOT and a further one in three have potentially dangerous or illegal faults, according to the motoring organisation. For those looking to buy a used car this should be a stark warning, as the financial cost of fixing a faulty second hand car could prove to be a heavy burden – let alone the danger of driving a car that is unroadworthy. Nicola Johnson, Manager of RAC Inspections explains: “Individuals looking for a used car bargain are entering a minefield and not everyone has either the right level of knowledge to know what to look for, or a mechanically minded friend or family member that they can call upon to help. the full story
Published on: 2nd May 2008
Over 1 Million Cars Are Still Being Illegally Scrapped Every Year
More than a million scrap cars a year could be reaching landfill complete with harmful oils, tyres and with airbags intact. the full story
More than a million scrap cars a year could be reaching landfill complete with harmful oils, tyres and with airbags intact. the full story
Published on: 1st May 2008
