Grey fleet operations could see an explosion in vehicles over the next year as research shows an increasing number of people will shun public transport in favour of buying a car, FleetCheck is warning. Peter Golding (right), managing director at the fleet software specialist, pointed to a new Capgemini report that showed just 8% of people now see buses, trains and trams as their primary means of … [Read more...]
Education: Road Safety
Welsh dealer’s lockdown-leave advice
With the UK back to the instruction of ‘essential trips only’, cars across the country are stuck on driveways and in garages. To make sure your car is in working condition when the time comes for you to get back on the road, a Anglesey car retailer is offering some easy tips for local residents. Neil Williams, Retailer Principal at Tyn Lon Garage Limited on Holyhead Road, said, “Like everyone … [Read more...]
Lockdown plans need checking
Drivers should ensure they are covered for the lockdown. Lee Griffin, CEO and one of the founders of GoCompare, said, "The pandemic is continuing to have a major impact on our day-to-day lives, including our driving habits. “To stay safe and avoid penalties, it’s important that drivers keep abreast of lockdown rules regarding car use and driving according to the rules of the road. “Temporary … [Read more...]
Newslines 25 January
DVLA Swansea office staff are too scared to work in the Government buildings, the PCS Union has said. Now Welsh Government has told officials in the Morriston and Llansamlet centres that staff must work from home unless essential for office duties after 500 people were found to have contracted Covid-19 and motorists are facing delays to documents’ processing. Ford is facing a $610 Million bill … [Read more...]
Garages drive to help those at risk
A survey carried out by the Independent Garage Association revealed that 88% are offering an MOT collection and delivery service for clinically extremely vulnerable and self-isolating people. The survey on behalf of the Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency also found 12% of garages who do not currently offer this service, two-thirds would be prepared to if the customer was vulnerable. Stuart … [Read more...]
Tradelines 20 January
Ineos Cars' boss Tom Crotty has denied it was forced to change its mind over building an assembly plant in Bridgend because of Brexit costs, despite being in favour of the split from the EU. He has said there was a ready made assembly plant offered by Mercedes as the German company had revised its plans for using its assembly plant on the French/ German border. The Massive growth in driver-owned … [Read more...]
Breakdowns rising and worst places in Wales
Analysis of RAC data confirms suspicions that car use by drivers in the UK has not fallen to the same extent as it did during the first coronavirus lockdown in March 2020. During the first week of the latest lockdown, data from RAC Black Box Insurance customers shows there were on average 10% more cars in daily use than during the first week of March’s lockdown, leading to 31% more daily miles … [Read more...]
Driving habits that come with a hefty fine
Whether you’re new to the roads or you’ve had your driving licence for decades, there will no doubt be a few driving habits that really grind your gears. From drivers who hog the middle lane to those who don’t indicate when making a turn, these bad habits are not only frustrating but also extremely dangerous. Many motorists are unaware that some of the driving habits they’ve picked up are … [Read more...]
Newslines 15 January
Bus and train services through Wales have been reduced. The effects of Covid-19 on staffing and a decline in passenger numbers have combined to hit them while more users have also resorted to private transport to make journeys, and people have been urged to check service details before travelling. Ford UK prices have risen and now reflect increases following the exit from the EU and the end of … [Read more...]
Tradelines 13 January
From March 2021 production, all Citroën Grand C4 SpaceTourer PureTech 3-cylinder petrol automatic variants have CO2 emissions reduced by 3g/km. Efficiency gains lead to reduced road tax (VED) charges resulting in an overall on the road price reduction of £285, qualifying models will benefit from a new high-efficiency alternator and an enhanced battery and Benefit-in-Kind (BIK) taxation bands see … [Read more...]
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