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Cash strapped councils could be missing out on nearly fifty million pounds of extra revenue a year by failing to market their parking spaces effectively. Online parking market place YourParkingSpace.co.uk found that a number of local authorities were struggling to sell many of their annual parking season tickets which could have netted each authority hundreds […]
Two in five car owners don’t appear to think twice about leaving their car keys with a stranger, despite the potential security risk, according to the results of a YouGov consumer survey published today by the automotive industry, government, police and insurance bodies. Mike Hawes, Chief Executive, SMMT, said, “New cars have never been more secure and the latest technology […]
As part of its new Save our Classics campaign, which encourages the preservation of British classic cars that are facing extinction, ClassicLine Insurance have compiled a list of eight top tips every classic car fan can take to ensure these cars are preserved for future generations. With more than 75,000 once popular models disappearing from […]
The Renault Megane Mk4 is now in regular production as a standard hatchback. There isn’t yet an estate version, or perhaps more importantly, a hot version. That’s what makes this Final Megane III RenaultSport RS 275 Cup-S so special. It is the culmination of the best bits that the Mk3 variant could offer. The car […]
IAM RoadSmart is staging its first ever riding skills day for female bikers only, focusing on handling, skills development and getting the most from their riding. The day will focus on individuals’ own development goals and all levels of ability and experience are welcome. The women only riding day takes place at Thruxton circuit in […]
Three quarters (72%) of Britons planning to go away this August Bank Holiday are intending to stay on UK shores, according to new research by the British Vehicle Rental and Leasing Association (BVRLA). Young people and Londoners are the most likely to be heading off for the long weekend, and the most likely to be hiring […]
With the deadline to vote just around the corner, organisers of The Classic & Sports Car Show have revealed the top two entrants per decade in its global poll to find the greatest supercar ever. As voting for the top ten closes on August 31st, fans have only a matter of days left to get […]
Iconic British automotive brand, MG Motor UK, has accepted seven new students onto its acclaimed Automotive Engineering Internship programme for 2016/17. Open to all undergraduates taking relevant degrees within the engineering field, the initiative demonstrates the carmaker’s ongoing commitment to developing young talent. The students, all from Bath or Oxford Brookes Universities, will spend the […]
In case you missed the Carfection YouTube channel, as a fan of cars you really should go and subscribe. We mean it – right now. These guys produce consistently great films that are about their love of everything automotive. They really do know their stuff. So, when the chaps at Carfection give you the inside […]
My Car Check’s valuation experts reveal significant trends in the UK used vehicle market and choose a car and bike of the month. Head of Valuation Services at My Car Check, Gavin Amos, said: “Often overlooked as a used vehicle, the BMW X1 represents a surprisingly affordable route into the premium sector. They take mileage […]