Motoring: How to spot if a used car has been clocked This article contains affiliate links, we may receive a commission on any sales we generate from it. Learn more Sign up for FREE driving tips, latest models and breaking news SUBSCRIBE Invalid email We use your sign-up to provide content in ways you've consented to and to improve our understanding of you. This may include adverts from us and 3rd parties based on our understanding. You can unsubscribe at any time. More info According to new data from Tradesure Insurance, 82 percent of all car sales in 2021 were used vehicles . The research found that more than 7.5 million used cars were sold last year, compared to just 1.6 million new cars. Related articles Drivers told to use secret button to reduce fuel consumption New driving laws to be introduced in July will affect all UK motorists Andy McDonald, Underwriting and Product Development Manager at … [Read more...] about ‘Perfect time to sell’: Drivers urged to make use of year-long waiting times for new cars
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Cyber attacks on cars up 225 percent: how hackers could be targeting your vehicle
The addition of smart, connective technology to the vehicles we drive has opened up new vulnerabilities for hackers to exploit. Upstream, a cybersecurity and data management platform, revealed that cyber attacks on cars have soared 225 percent in the last three years. They found that the most common automotive cyber attacks saw a data or privacy breach, followed by car theft or a break-in via the car’s wireless key fob mechanism. Related articles Drivers warned switching to an EV might not reduce costs British drivers spending £4,000 a year to run a car Charles Griffiths, Head of Technology and Innovation at IT site AAG explained: “It is predicted that all new cars sold in the UK will be connected to the internet by 2026, which exposes our vehicles to significant cyber threats. “Without effective cyber security, everything from the infotainment system to the engine control unit is at risk. “The issue is that the move toward connected, autonomous … [Read more...] about Cyber attacks on cars up 225 percent: how hackers could be targeting your vehicle
Electric cars could soon have to pay car tax through ‘vehicle tracking technologies’
Electric cars: Man reveals how he was fined after charging car This article contains affiliate links, we may receive a commission on any sales we generate from it. Learn more Sign up for FREE driving tips, latest models and breaking news SUBSCRIBE Invalid email We use your sign-up to provide content in ways you've consented to and to improve our understanding of you. This may include adverts from us and 3rd parties based on our understanding. You can unsubscribe at any time. More info A new report from the Climate Change Committee (CCC) states that the UK Government needs to introduce measures to help address the hole left in public finances by fuel duty. As the UK switches to electric cars , revenue from fuel duty will be cut dramatically, which could leave the Government with a black hole of around £28billion a year. Related articles Drivers warned switching to an EV might not reduce costs London councils … [Read more...] about Electric cars could soon have to pay car tax through ‘vehicle tracking technologies’
British drivers now having to spend a staggering £4,000 a year to run a car
Martin Lewis warns viewers about drastic car insurance changes Sign up for FREE driving tips, latest models and breaking news SUBSCRIBE Invalid email We use your sign-up to provide content in ways you've consented to and to improve our understanding of you. This may include adverts from us and 3rd parties based on our understanding. You can unsubscribe at any time. More info With rising fuel costs, insurance premium hikes and the eye-watering price of parking, the pleasure of driving doesn’t come cheap. But how much are Brits spending every year? Rivervale Leasing researched the average cost of insurance, fuel, parking, tolls, repairs, servicing and road tax in the 50 most populous areas of the UK. Related articles Self-driving cars: Do you trust them? POLL Drivers warned switching to an EV might not reduce costs The data revealed that British drivers spend a huge £3,800 per year, on average – and that’s … [Read more...] about British drivers now having to spend a staggering £4,000 a year to run a car
Electric car charging costs rise again with drivers now paying over £200 more per year
GB News guests debate using electric cars This article contains affiliate links, we may receive a commission on any sales we generate from it. Learn more Get pensions news and advice plus latest money alerts for FREE now SUBSCRIBE Invalid email We use your sign-up to provide content in ways you've consented to and to improve our understanding of you. This may include adverts from us and 3rd parties based on our understanding. You can unsubscribe at any time. More info Drivers of electric vehicles will now need to fork out over £220 more per year to get around. This is according to vehicle insurance provider GoCompare , and the UK’s leading EV charging app Zap-Map . Related articles London councils support huge ULEZ expansion despite impact on drivers European Union agrees to ban sales of petrol and diesel cars by 2035 The average cost of charging an electric car on the high-speed public network has … [Read more...] about Electric car charging costs rise again with drivers now paying over £200 more per year
Stunning new Hyundai Ioniq 6 EV unveiled: has Tesla square in its sights
Hyundai Ioniq 6 (Image: Hyundai ) Sign up for FREE driving tips, latest models and breaking news SUBSCRIBE Invalid email We use your sign-up to provide content in ways you've consented to and to improve our understanding of you. This may include adverts from us and 3rd parties based on our understanding. You can unsubscribe at any time. More info Hyundai has unveiled its latest EV and it is sure to make Tesla Model 3 buyers pause for a moment. The Ioniq 6 follows the multi-award-winning Ioniq 5, and this effort is more pleasing to the eye than the boxy 80s-retro predecessor. Related articles Electric cars may pay car tax through 'vehicle tracking technologies' Electric car charging costs rise again with drivers paying £200 more Styling is more than a little reminiscent of some of Mercedes' better-known models like the CLS. But Hyundai says the car is actually inspired by boats and even calls it a ‘Steamliner’ rather than a … [Read more...] about Stunning new Hyundai Ioniq 6 EV unveiled: has Tesla square in its sights
‘Important milestone’: Red Bull unveil RB17 – New £5million hypercar for collectors
Max Verstappen commits future to Red Bull signing £200m deal This article contains affiliate links, we may receive a commission on any sales we generate from it. Learn more Sign up for FREE driving tips, latest models and breaking news SUBSCRIBE Invalid email We use your sign-up to provide content in ways you've consented to and to improve our understanding of you. This may include adverts from us and 3rd parties based on our understanding. You can unsubscribe at any time. More info The Red Bull RB17 will be made at the Red Bull Technology Campus in Milton Keynes, with production scheduled to commence in 2025. Drivers looking to get their hands on the sleek sports car will need to part ways with £5million before tax, with Red Bull making 50 models. Related articles New driving laws 2022: The 7 major changes coming for road users Drivers told to use secret button to reduce fuel consumption The RB17 will … [Read more...] about ‘Important milestone’: Red Bull unveil RB17 – New £5million hypercar for collectors
‘Unaffordable’: Car insurance premiums rocket £100 on average for most popular cars
GMB panellist defends second cars amid environmental debate Sign up for FREE driving tips, latest models and breaking news SUBSCRIBE Invalid email We use your sign-up to provide content in ways you've consented to and to improve our understanding of you. This may include adverts from us and 3rd parties based on our understanding. You can unsubscribe at any time. More info The yearly cost of insuring the ten most popular models of car has leapt by £100 on average, according to new figures from a price comparison site. Related articles Electric cars may pay car tax through 'vehicle tracking technologies' Electric car charging costs rise again with drivers paying £200 more Comparethemarket.com said drivers typically paid a premium of £675 for their annual insurance between March and May this year - up from £575 in the same three months in 2021. It said the surging value of second-hand cars and spare parts was … [Read more...] about ‘Unaffordable’: Car insurance premiums rocket £100 on average for most popular cars
Motorists given urgent warning to check electric car chargers before law change tomorrow
Electric cars: Global supply shortages discussed by expert This article contains affiliate links, we may receive a commission on any sales we generate from it. Learn more Sign up for FREE driving tips, latest models and breaking news SUBSCRIBE Invalid email We use your sign-up to provide content in ways you've consented to and to improve our understanding of you. This may include adverts from us and 3rd parties based on our understanding. You can unsubscribe at any time. More info From tomorrow, all home and workplace electric car chargers will be required to have smart charging capability. Drivers buying a new electric vehicle charger after July 1, should ensure it meets the latest regulations . Related articles Drivers warned switching to an EV might not reduce costs London councils support huge ULEZ expansion despite impact on drivers Ohme, one of the UK’s biggest charge point providers, is warning … [Read more...] about Motorists given urgent warning to check electric car chargers before law change tomorrow
Shailene Woodley says her ‘head and heart’ are being ‘nurtured’ after Aaron Rodgers split: ‘God I’m grateful!’
Shailene Woodley gushed on Instagram this Thursday that her 'head + heart' are being 'nurtured' this month. It emerged this April that the 30-year-old actress split from her NFL fiance Aaron Rodgers after an on-off romance spanning more than a year. However she revealed in a new Instagram caption that the past month had been a bright spot in her personal life and gushed: 'god i’m grateful!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!' 'God i’m grateful!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!': Shailene Woodley gushed on Instagram this Thursday that her 'head + heart' are being 'nurtured' this month She wrote: 'to the month of june : putting macro whack world events aside for a minute, on a micro level, you nurtured this woman’s head + heart.' The Big Little Lies star rhapsodized: 'you gave me oxygen in the form of friends, babies, trees, magic, DANCING, animals, salt, sun, deep conversations, six packs from laughing, availability in the form of tears, PLAY, sunrises, hallway tag, goofiness, spontaneity, pita bread (so much … [Read more...] about Shailene Woodley says her ‘head and heart’ are being ‘nurtured’ after Aaron Rodgers split: ‘God I’m grateful!’