Daily Motor News – Wednesday 16 April 2025

“As an industry, we are committed to building an electric future, but it must be done in an economically sustainable manner. Our research has found that consumer incentives, improvements in the nation’s charging infrastructure, and policies are needed to make a greater impact on the unsustainable costs of this transition.” Philip Nothard, Insight Director at Cox Automotive Europe. Read more

Brokers call for greater digital accessibility in commercial motor

Direct Commercial Limited’s (DCL) latest Broker Barometer reveals a clear demand for improved digital tools and platform integration among the wider insurance provision for the commercial motor sector. Read more

Oh deer! Motorists warned spring-time deer collisions could cost over £4,300 in repairs

Spring has sprung but motorists are being warned to be extra vigilant as fawning (birthing) season leads to a 45% surge in deer vehicle collision claims, according to Zurich’s claims data. 63 claims were recorded in April and May 2024 compared to a low of just 11 collisions recorded in January and February 2025. Read more

Distraction and anxiety accelerate issues on roadways

US: Despite more than a decade of national campaigns and legislation aimed at curbing distracted driving, new research from Nationwide reveals that most drivers believe distractions behind the wheel are only getting worse – with everyday motorists and fleet drivers both feeling the impact of increasingly dangerous roads. The findings paint a clear picture: driver overconfidence is leading to risky behaviour. Read more

Minor Relief, Major Risk: UK Auto Sector Faces £9bn Hit Despite ZEV Fine Cuts

New analysis from Cox Automotive Europe reveals just how little financial support the latest adjustments to the Zero-Emission Vehicle (ZEV) mandate will offer the UK automotive industry. Read more

ADAS validation with the smartphone

Porsche Engineering makes ADAS validation scalable: Using the in-house development ComBox App in combination with Peregrine.ai’s object detection could enable every test vehicle to contribute to the validation of traffic sign recognition in the future. Read more

China to tighten EV battery rules to reduce fire and explosion risks

China is tightening regulations on battery-powered vehicles and will require its automakers to comply with higher battery safety standards, aiming to reduce risks of fire and explosions in the fast-growing sector. Read more

BYD SEALION 7 scores maximum five-star Euro NCAP safety rating

BYD’s flagship SEALION 7 SUV has earned a maximum five-star safety rating in the latest round of tests by independent body Euro NCAP. The model, which was launched in Europe in late 2024 and features not only a Blade Battery but also BYD’s trademark Cell-to-Body construction, picked up the top rating with strong performances in all of the four key areas in Europe’s most stringent safety examination – Adult Occupant protection, Child Occupant protection, Vulnerable Road Users protection and Safety Assist. Read more

Commissions Disclosure: Supreme Court Hearing Explained

Following the conclusion of the recent Supreme Court hearing on motor finance – the ‘Hopcraft appeal’ – the BVRLA’s Legal and Membership Director, Shashi Maharaj, has recorded this podcast highlighting key themes and areas of focus. He attended the hearing online each day and has shared insights most relevant to members. Read more

‘Eggs’pect delays – 10 per cent increase in breakdowns ahead of Easter

As motorists across the country gear up for their Easter Bank Holiday weekend, breakdown provider Green Flag is predicting a 10% (9.96 per cent) increase in breakdowns where its mechanics will be called out to provide support. Read more

Cary Group releases the 2024 Sustainability Report

Sustainability is at the heart of Cary Group’s identity and strategy. We strive to have brands that are “top of mind” in each market when it comes to our services, and to be at the forefront of digitisation and minimising climate impact within the segment. Our vision is to be the most sustainable company in our industry, with a strong connection between business strategy, brand value and sustainability management. Read more

ITAS is pleased to announce the appointment of Theo Theodosiou, the former Head of Technical at Solus – an Aviva company, as a Non-Executive Director.

Fylde Coast Accident Repair Centre has invested in a new solar panel installation. The major upgrade includes 300 solar panels with a total capacity of 136,000 kWh, covering a large portion of our roof space and marking a huge leap forward in its journey toward sustainability.