Daily Motor News – Friday 18 July 2025  

UK-based Yasa claims world record with new 738bhp, 13.1kg motor 

Mercedes-Benz-owned Yasa Motors has created what it claims to be the highest-density motor ever built – a 13.1kg unit that produces 738bhp. Read more

The Global BEV Transition: same destination, different speeds across regions 

The global shift to battery electric vehicles (BEVs) isn’t happening at the same speed everywhere – some regions are slowing down, even though the transition continues. However, a fascinating regional divide is emerging as consumer priorities, technological choices and policy shifts influence adoption strategies… Read more 

The intermediate track or not the intermediate track? That is the question 

A recent county court appeal ruling, Holland v Zurich Insurance Company (UK) Limited, in which DAC Beachcroft Claims acted on behalf of the defendant, provides crucial clarity for insurers regarding the application of fixed recoverable costs (FRC) and the definition of a ‘personal injury claim’ when the personal injury (PI) element has already been settled. Read more

Tesco Insurance extends claims management partnership with FMG 

Tesco Insurance has extended its motor claims management partnership with FMG, to include the wider Zigup businesses in Auxillis and FMG Repair Services delivering an integrated mobility proposition. Read more

Roadzen Expands UK Footprint Through Partnership with One of UK’s Largest Independent Used Vehicle Retailers 

Roadzen Inc, a global leader in AI at the intersection of insurance and mobility, has announced that its wholly owned UK-based subsidiary, Global Insurance Management Ltd, has partnered with one of the UK’s largest independent retailers of nearly new cars and vans to offer GAP Insurance to its 60,000+ annual vehicle buyers – as part of the vehicle purchase. Read more

Leapmotor launches UK’s cheapest new electric car – thanks to its own EV grant 

Leapmotor has fired the starting pistol on a UK electric car price war by launching its own discount scheme. The LEAP-GRANT cuts the price of its entire EV model range by up to £3,750, undercutting both the competition and the Government. Read more

Lucid, Nuro, and Uber Partner on Next-Generation Autonomous Robotaxi Program 

Lucid Group Inc, Nuro Inc, and Uber Technologies Inc have announced a next-generation premium global robotaxi program created exclusively for the Uber ride-hailing platform.  Read more

Enhancing the charging experience for next-generation plug-in electric vehicles 

As the automotive industry shifts toward electrification, the need for faster, more convenient electric vehicle charging is clear. Consumers are demanding shorter wait times and a more predictable public charging experience. Automakers are acutely aware of this issue as they develop and market their vehicles.  Read more

On-street electric vehicle charging scheme launched 

A scheme that will allow residents without off-street parking to charge their electric vehicles outside their own home has been unveiled. The Oxfordshire County Council project will see charging cable channels installed outside the homes of 500 people who do not have their own driveway. Read more

Consumer car finance new business volumes fell by 2% in May 2025 

New figures released today by the Finance & Leasing Association (FLA) show that consumer car finance new business volumes fell in May 2025 by 2% compared with the same month in 2024.  Read more

NAMA Market Update – July 2025: Wholesale Market Shows Continued Strength, With LCVs Leading the Way 

NAMA members reported that the market has remained on an encouraging trajectory, with conversion rates holding firm and pricing stable across most fuel types. Retail conditions are slightly softer, largely due to seasonal factors such as weather and summer holidays, but the trade market has stayed robust, with price movements better than typical seasonal averages. Read more

Electric car battery recovery project given £8.1m 

A project to recover lithium, nickel and cobalt from used batteries has been awarded £8.1m to continue its research. Mint Innovation, in collaboration with Jaguar Land Rover, LiBatt Recycling and the University of Warwick, said it wanted to use the money to demonstrate its technology.  Read more

Ascential Technologies Releases Whitepaper Highlighting ADAS Calibration for Collision Prevention and Road Safety  

Ascential Technologies, a leading global provider of automated diagnostic, inspection, assembly and test systems and services, has unveiled its latest whitepaper, titled “The importance of ADAS calibration for collision prevention and road safety” which examines and evaluates the effects of various calibration methods on the performance of a selected vehicle. Read more

Protections to help Buy Now Pay Later borrowers navigate their financial lives 

The proposals include requiring lenders to check that people can afford to repay BNPL loans and to offer support if they get into financial difficulty. They form part of the FCA’s commitment to helping consumers navigate their financial lives. BNPL borrowers will also be able to complain to the Financial Ombudsman Service if something goes wrong. The rules would take effect when BNPL comes under the FCA’s remit in 2026. Read more