Daily Motor News – Monday 29 September 2025 

This weekend’s motor update reflects a sector under pressure – from economic, regulatory and operational angles – while revealing encouraging signs of resilience and innovation. 

The continued rise in motor insurance premiums is leading some UK drivers to reduce cover or forgo insurance altogether, exposing themselves and others to serious risk (Credit Strategy). Meanwhile, the FCA is defending its £1m public awareness campaign discouraging the use of claims firms in relation to historic car loan mis-selling (The Guardian). 

Following its major cyber-attack, Jaguar Land Rover is beginning a phased restart of operations (BBC), with the government backing a £1.5bn loan guarantee to help stabilise the supply chain (BBC). However, the disruption continues to impact thousands of workers and suppliers, prompting additional calls for government support (Ben). 

Elsewhere, the Health and Safety Executive has launched 1,000 inspections targeting occupational asthma in vehicle repair businesses (HSE), and interest in electric vehicles remains robust, with ‘middle-aged’ EVs now the UK’s fastest-selling used cars (Autotrader). 

These developments highlight both the volatility and agility shaping a better tomorrow across the motor claims and repair ecosystem. 

UK Motor insurance crisis: drivers cut back or go uninsured 

UK motor insurance faces strain as rising premiums and budget squeezes reshape driver behaviour. More motorists downgrade cover or go uninsured, risking financial harm to themselves and others. Read more

FCA faces battle over £1m ad campaign rejecting car loan claims firms 

The City regulator is facing a battle with claims companies over a £1m advertising campaign designed to discourage drivers from using their services to get payouts over the car loan scandal. Read more

EMEA and APAC Insurance Regulators Increasingly Promoting Growth 

Insurance regulators in EMEA and APAC are increasingly supportive of economic growth, Fitch Ratings says in its latest update on global insurance regulatory developments, which covers April to September 2025. Read more

SAGA: 2025-26 interim results statement  

Mike Hazell, Saga’s Group Chief Executive Officer, said: “I am delighted with the progress we have made in the first six months of this financial year. These are strong results that underline the momentum we have as we continue to deliver our financial and operational objectives.” Read more

RAC insists IAG deal is best option, as profit rises 

Australia: WA motoring club RAC Group says the sale of its insurance arm to IAG offers the “best path forward” for the business after the competition watchdog raised concerns over the $1.35 billion deal. Read more

JLR to resume some manufacturing in coming days after cyber-attack 

Jaguar Land Rover has said it will resume some production in the coming days after a cyber-attack forced the carmaker to suspend operations. Work at its three UK facilities in the West Midlands and Merseyside were halted on 1 September after a cyber-attack the night before. Read more

Government to guarantee £1.5bn JLR loan after cyber shutdown 

The government will underwrite a £1.5bn loan guarantee to Jaguar Land Rover (JLR) in a bid to support its suppliers as a cyber-attack continues to halt production at the car maker. Read more

‘Middle-aged’ EVs bolt ahead as the UK’s fastest selling used cars  

According to Autotrader, the UK’s largest automotive platform, used cars are currently selling in just 29 days on average, one day quicker than the previous three-month average of 30 days. This speed of sale is indicative of a healthy and resilient market, underpinned by solid buyer activity on Autotrader, with the growing interest in electric vehicles playing an especially important role.  Read more

Waymo for Business: Trusted Daily Rides for Organizations 

US: Waymo has introduced Waymo for Business and is inviting organisations to sign up to explore the benefits of our fully autonomous ride-hailing service. After conducting successful pilots with a variety of organizations, we’re ready to partner with more employers, universities, and event organizers to help streamline their transportation needs. Read more

HSE launches workplace safety inspections for motor vehicle repair 

The Health and Safety Executive (HSE) has launched 1,000 targeted inspections of motor vehicle repair businesses across Great Britain to tackle occupational asthma. Many skilled vehicle paint sprayers develop this life-changing and debilitating disease each year, forcing them to leave their profession permanently. Read more

Despite Jaguar Land Rover restart, workers face huge financial and emotional pressures 

Thousands of supply chain staff and families facing weeks without pay urged to contact bespoke helpline to access support. The Motor and Allied Trades Benevolent Fund (Ben) is offering bespoke support to the thousands of people affected by the ongoing cyber attack at Jaguar Land Rover (JLR). Read more

More government help might be needed for JLR, says MP 

More government assistance for Jaguar Land Rover (JLR) and its vast supply chain cannot be ruled out, a local MP has said, after the government announced it was backing a £1.5bn loan for the car maker. Read more

TyreSafe backs National Highways’ TRIP campaign 

TyreSafe is proud to support National Highways’ latest TRIP campaign, which this season places the spotlight on the “I” for Inspect. With autumn bringing shorter days, wetter roads, and more challenging driving conditions, the campaign reinforces the vital need for motorists to inspect their tyres before setting off. Read more

Point S UK Targets 400 Members by End of 2025 Amid Rapid Expansion 

Point S UK is on track to reach 400 members by the end of 2025, representing significant growth that underscores the network’s commitment to becoming the UK’s largest independent automotive service provider by 2035. Read more

‘A million jobs in London could be changed by AI’ 

Artificial Intelligence may be the key to transforming the workplace – but how could it affect you? If your job involves repetitive or automated tasks the impact could be significant. Read more

QBE has appointed Hannah Wilkinson as Underwriting Manager – Motor Trade for the UK, effective from 1 October 2025. Read more

NWVA has announced the return of its charity football match for 2026. The event will take place at The London Stadium on Tuesday 31 March. Read more

Telematics insurtech, ThingCo, has restructured its management team, creating strong foundations for the next phase of its growth. James Bashford has been made Director of Customer Relations and Business Development; Alex Brockman becomes Director of Operations; and Matt Masters, as Director of Information Technology.  

A recent study of UK drivers has found that a shocking one in five drivers (21%) have suffered damage in a car park from a door being opened onto their car by a neighbouring vehicle. Read more

Young people who have been out of a job or education for 18 months will be offered a guaranteed paid work placement, Rachel Reeves is set to announce. Read more