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Significant shifts occurred in the automotive industry during 2024. As we move towards a more digitised world and technology continues to evolve at a rapid rate, the industry has embraced technological advancement. Meanwhile, concerns over climate change are...

SponsoredMany modern cars can collect and transmit data about the driver to external parties using integrated internet connection and technology - but are car owners aware that they can do so? Uswitch car insurance recently conducted research to understand how...

Sponsored contentAs the festive season descends and the weather gets colder, we’re spending more weekends in front of the TV, with 86% of Brits watching up to 20 Christmas films or shows in December. And whether they’re driving home for Christmas, or enjoying...

After a month of gradual increases, drivers are wondering if December will bring stability to fuel prices. In November, both unleaded and diesel prices rose, but the rate of increase was slow during the period.November Recap: Prices on the Rise Unleaded petrol started...

The Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) has raised concerns over persistently high fuel margins, revealing that UK motorists still pay more at the pump than necessary. Despite falling fuel prices since July, a lack of competition in the retail sector is leaving...

Searching for the perfect gift for the car enthusiast in your life? Whether you’re shopping for a new driver, a seasoned motorist, or someone learning to hit the road in 2025, our updated Top 10 Gift Ideas is packed with thoughtful inspiration. We’ve got something for...

The Met Office has predicted snow in November across the UK, and while the snowy weather might make for extra cosy nights curled up on the sofa, it can be particularly harsh on our vehicles. As the weather gets colder and wetter, our brakes, in particular, can become...

During October, fuel prices remained almost unchanged in what was ultimately a very stable month at the pump. After a month of rumours about what would be included in Rachel Reeves's first budget and if fuel duty would be increased by five or even seven pence per...

UK drivers have seen a welcome drop in unleaded petrol prices, now averaging 135p per litre (ppl) – a level not witnessed since October 2021. This decline is largely due to an oversupply in the wholesale market, which has pushed down the price of Brent crude oil. The...

When heading out on a car journey, a key part of establishing the atmosphere of your upcoming trip is the music, with over half of drivers (59%) listening to music for the majority of their car rides. But with plenty of choice, it can be difficult to decide what...

With new number plates introduced this month, September is naturally a more popular time for motorists to sell their car for a new model - and, as a result, the best time of year for new drivers to snag their dream vehicle. But which car is the best fit for your first...

Unleaded prices dropped over 4 pence per litre (ppl) throughout August, settling with an average price of just under £1.40 per litre. Prices as low as this were last seen back at the start of the year, during the 3rd week of January. There was also good news for...

Every driver knows how nostalgic it is to think of your first car. Just like the stuffed animal you wouldn’t go anywhere without as a child, our first cars are special to us. And new Dick Lovett research finds that more than a third (34%) of British drivers admit to...

New research from Dick Lovett reveals that 7 in 10 (68%) British drivers don’t know how to merge in turn properly with lane closures. Merging in turn is a traffic flow measure that makes cars from two or more lanes merge into one. Basically, all it does is allow...

Brent crude oil prices fell through July, topping out at a little over $87 a barrel on the 4th  before falling throughout the month to close around $80 a barrel. At the pumps, motorists had enjoyed a downward trend on unleaded through June, whereas July has been much...

Over half of Britons are not planning to make the switch to driving an electric car with 86% say they prefer petrol or diesel vehicles. That’s according to a new survey by the price comparison experts at Quotezone.co.uk who quizzed motorists on making the change to an...

New research from Dick Lovett reveals nearly half (45%) of British drivers say they’ve experienced another road user deliberately speeding up when they try to overtake them. However, another 1 in 9 (11%) drivers admit to being the ones doing this. To understand the...

Owning a car comes with the responsibility of upkeep, but many drivers don’t know how to properly maintain their car. Uswitch car insurance recently conducted research to investigate what car maintenance checks drivers lack knowledge on the importance of, possibly...