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Green UK: AA calls for electric car 'help-to-buy' schemes

UK: AA calls for electric car 'help-to-buy' schemes

The motoring organisation says incentives will help customers make the switch to electric vehicles.
By James Fossdyke 25 April 2023
Safety Government cancels plans for new smart motorways in the UK

Government cancels plans for new smart motorways in the UK

New projects will be stopped, but existing all-lane running motorways will remain.
By James Fossdyke 20 April 2023
Safety Three in four UK drivers oppose proposed switch from annual MOT

Three in four UK drivers oppose proposed switch from annual MOT

The government is looking at increasing the permitted time between tests to two years.
By James Fossdyke 28 March 2023
Industry UK: Almost 17m drivers expected to hit the roads this Christmas

UK: Almost 17m drivers expected to hit the roads this Christmas

And the AA says the threat of rail strikes could make congestion even worse.
By James Fossdyke 14 December 2022
Safety UK drug-driving and speeding offences hit record levels in 2021

UK drug-driving and speeding offences hit record levels in 2021

Court appearances for five different motoring offences hit record highs following the coronavirus pandemic.
By James Fossdyke 2 December 2022
Safety UK: Garages expect busy autumn as 10m cars due MOT test

UK: Garages expect busy autumn as 10m cars due MOT test

AA is urging drivers to book tests early amid high demand this autumn.
By James Fossdyke 15 September 2022
Corporate / Financial UK: Third of drivers unaware used cars can be financed too

UK: Third of drivers unaware used cars can be financed too

New study shows drivers are in the dark about second-hand car finance.
By James Fossdyke 5 July 2022
Industry UK: One in three drivers to change their car in 2022

UK: One in three drivers to change their car in 2022

But buyers now favour monthly payments over buying outright.
By James Fossdyke 18 February 2022
Industry UK: AA president calls for 'more accessible' charging points

UK: AA president calls for 'more accessible' charging points

Survey suggests eight in 10 people support more accessible charging posts.
By James Fossdyke 24 January 2022
Safety AA calls for increased police presence on UK roads

AA calls for increased police presence on UK roads

The organisation says it's a "scandal" that five people a day die on British roads.
By James Fossdyke 20 January 2022
Technology UK drivers stick with paper maps, according to AA research

UK drivers stick with paper maps, according to AA research

That's despite the increase in in-car technology of late.
By James Fossdyke 15 December 2021
Safety MoTs could be at a premium next month after Covid extensions

MoTs could be at a premium next month after Covid extensions

The AA says more than 5.5 million cars have seen their test dates moved to the autumn.
By James Fossdyke 18 August 2021
Safety UK: Data reveals most common reasons for failing a driving test

UK: Data reveals most common reasons for failing a driving test

AA analysis of DVSA data shows turning right and using mirrors also tripped up many learners.
By James Fossdyke 4 August 2021
Industry UK drivers urged not to 'panic' over new E10 petrol introduction

UK drivers urged not to 'panic' over new E10 petrol introduction

The AA says 98 percent of petrol cars in the UK can run the new, more eco-friendly petrol.
By James Fossdyke 4 August 2021
Industry UK: Relaxed Covid restrictions and school holidays are 'perfect storm' for traffic

UK: Relaxed Covid restrictions and school holidays are 'perfect storm' for traffic

An AA survey suggests four in 10 drivers will drive to their summer holiday destination.
By James Fossdyke 22 July 2021
Green Drivers say scrapping VAT is most effective way to boost EV uptake

Drivers say scrapping VAT is most effective way to boost EV uptake

That's according to research from the AA.
By James Fossdyke 9 July 2021
Safety UK: Highway Code updates aim to boost motorway safety

UK: Highway Code updates aim to boost motorway safety

Proposed changes include guidance on using smart motorways.
By James Fossdyke 22 June 2021
Safety New data reveals country roads are most dangerous for young drivers

New data reveals country roads are most dangerous for young drivers

Roads in Kent and County Durham topped the list.
By James Fossdyke 17 May 2021
Eight in 10 drivers planning post-lockdown road trips

Eight in 10 drivers planning post-lockdown road trips

Most motorists will be hitting the road when lockdown is over.
By James Fossdyke 22 February 2021
Industry AA says driving lessons and tests should restart for key workers

AA says driving lessons and tests should restart for key workers

The motoring organisation wants the government to change the lockdown rules.
By James Fossdyke 16 February 2021
Safety AA reminds drivers to renew their cars' MoTs despite lockdown

AA reminds drivers to renew their cars' MoTs despite lockdown

Unlike the spring 2020 lockdown, there are no extensions this time around.
By James Fossdyke 12 January 2021
Quieter roads predicted this Christmas as Covid keeps drivers at home

Quieter roads predicted this Christmas as Covid keeps drivers at home

AA predicts around half as many motorists will hit the roads over the festive period.
By James Fossdyke 8 December 2020
AA calls for free parking over Christmas to boost economy

AA calls for free parking over Christmas to boost economy

The organisation hopes such a measure could encourage shoppers back to the high street.
By James Fossdyke 1 December 2020
AA Driving School pupils could soon be learning in the new Ford Puma

AA Driving School pupils could soon be learning in the new Ford Puma

The Puma joins the Fiesta and Focus in the AA Driving School stable.
By James Fossdyke 27 October 2020
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