Daily Motor News – Friday 28 August 2026

AND-E celebrates the first 12 months of their motor fleet in-house claims solution

AND-E is celebrating the first anniversary of bringing its UK Motor Fleet claims handling operation in-house. Since August 2025, AND-E has successfully managed UK Motor Fleet claims through its dedicated Newcastle Centre of Excellence, steadily increasing the volume of claims managed in-house as policies transferred across from our previous third party supplier at renewal. All new claims are now handled by the Newcastle-based team. Read more

Scrolling and strolling: Brits risk injury as millions glued to phones while on the move

More than half of Brits (54%), equivalent to around 30 million people nationwide, walk close to busy roads while glued to their mobile phones, new research from Green Flag, part of the Aviva Group, reveals. Read more

Claims: Human plus AI

As AI becomes increasingly embedded in claims, insurers must rethink workforce planning, combining human expertise with digital capability. Read more

Simplifying regulation, not standards

The FCA’s latest reform proposals promise a simpler, more outcomes-focused regulatory framework. Adam Harper welcomes the direction of travel but says professional standards, accountability and consumer trust must remain central to the reforms. Read more

Lepas appoints Black Horse and Lex Autolease for UK launch

Lepas has appointed Lloyds Banking Group businesses Black Horse and Lex Autolease as its UK finance partners ahead of the new Chinese brand’s market launch. Read more

New intelligent safety features coming to Volvo EX60, EX90 and ES90

Volvo Cars is introducing new Connected Safety features to alert drivers of hazards ahead, so they have more time to adapt and drive more safely. As part of the same software update, Volvo EX90 and ES90 drivers will be able to enjoy Spatial Audio support in Apple CarPlay*, taking music and audio to the next level. Read more

Toyota launches sales of the new Yaris Cross

The Yaris Cross is a Toyota success story, the stylish compact hybrid SUV having quickly established itself as the brand’s best-seller in Europe. Four years on from its introduction it is benefiting from refreshed styling and extra equipment features, further strengthening its customer appeal. Read more

The International Club for Rolls Royce and Bentley enthusiasts celebrates 80 years of production at Crewe

On the 29th of August, the RREC – the International Club for Rolls-Royce and Bentley enthusiasts will celebrate Bentley’s 80 years of production, at the British Motor Museum. Cars brought by members from across the globe will be on display, representing Crewe built heritage from the 1946 Mark VI through to the newest Continental GT. Read more

Polestar partners with Long Lane to drive a healthier future

Set within 55 acres of countryside, Long Lane has been created with health and wellbeing at its heart – integrating them into everyday life rather than treating them as an occasional retreat. As part of the partnership, fully electric performance SUVs Polestar 3 and Polestar 4 will become Long Lane’s house chauffeur cars. Read more

Companies falling short on AI governance, warns Aon

As AI adoption increases in both scale and scope, the majority of companies are failing to set up the governance policies and risk assessments needed to ensure the powerful technology is being properly managed, Aon has told Commercial Risk. Read more

Four perspectives on what matters now in AI

People are using AI to work more productively, develop new skills, and make better decisions. Organizations, meanwhile, are moving quickly to scale the technology. But that momentum hasn’t yet translated into financial impact at the same pace. Read more

Logistics UK and AXA partner to reduce fleet risk exposure

Logistics UK, a leading representative body for the UK’s logistics sector, and AXA UK, an insurance and risk management provider, have entered into a new strategic partnership focused on helping fleet operators reduce their exposure to risk. The collaboration is designed to support fleet operators and Logistics UK members of all sizes in identifying potential issues before they develop into more serious problems. Read more

The “Beetle” trap: Europe’s automotive industry risks repeating the mistakes of its Russian counterpart

European carmakers are in “mortal danger.” China is rapidly capturing the EU market with cheap, technologically advanced electric and hybrid vehicles, forcing giants such as Volkswagen, Stellantis, and Porsche to cut costs, close plants and cooperate with former competitors. Read more

Halfords shares hit four-year high as warm weather lifts annual profit outlook

Halfords shares hit a four-year high this morning as warm weather helped to boost the retailer’s profit outlook for the year. The bicycle and car parts chain said the ‘heightened seasonal demand’ for its products, including air conditioning, had delivered an extra £5million in profits. Read more