Daily Motor News – Wednesday 28 May 2025 

Silvia Rindone, EY UK&I Managing Partner for EY-Parthenon, comments: “CEOs are navigating an extraordinary combination of structural, political, and economic headwinds that are reshaping the landscape for traditional forecasting. In this climate of heightened uncertainty, agility and innovation must underpin strategic decision-making. Businesses that embrace adaptability, either by diversifying supply chains or harnessing technology, will be better equipped to manage immediate pressures, such as the current global trade disruption, and build resilience for the future.” Read more

Industry leaders top ILC’s EMCC 2025 agenda 

The Exclusive Motor Claims Conference (EMCC) returns on 2 October 2025, and with its new venue at Events @ No 6 in the heart of London, the event is set to reaffirm its status as the most anticipated and elite gathering in the motor claims industry. Read more

DAC Beachcroft publishes Motor and Casualty Claims Technical Update 

Welcome to this, our second Legal Technical Update of 2025. 

High amongst the news stories covered are the confirmation of the uplift of the Whiplash Tariff, the postponement until later in the year of the initial review of the extended fixed recoverable costs (FRC) regime and the Government plans to review the Civil Liability Act 2018. Read more

PCC reveals 2,000 clips of danger driving are being submitted each month 

Police and Crime Commissioner Simon Foster has revealed that 2,000 clips of dangerous, careless or reckless driving are being submitted to police each month under his Operation Snap. Read more

Lloyds faces questions on ‘no harm’ claims amid mounting provisions 

As the Supreme Court weighs in on commission disclosure rules, Lloyds and other lenders must prove customers were not misled—despite data deletion and rising operational costs. Read more

Telematics insurance facing new heat over privacy concerns 

US: In the world of auto insurance discounts, the biggest savings are tied to telematics. State Farm’s Drive Safe & Save promises up to 30 percent off your auto insurance premium for safe driving; Progressive says it “handed out over $1.2 billion in discounts” through Snapshot. Although Allstate no longer advertises an average or maximum discount on its website, it claimed in the past that discounts from the Drivewise telematics program could total as much as 40 percent. Read more

Exciting developments in our Bespoke Personal Motor underwriting team 

As the UK’s largest specialist motor insurer, ERS is continually evolving to meet the diverse and complex needs of our brokers and their clients.  Read more

Car Market Overview – June 2025 

This monthly briefing highlights the latest activity across the UK’s new and used car sectors. It presents updated figures on new vehicle registrations through April 2025 and outlines current trends shaping the used car landscape. All statistics and insights are current as of May 23, 2025. Read more

Petrol vs. electric: which is cheaper to service in 2025? 

Switching from a petrol, diesel or hybrid car to an electric vehicle requires a shift in mindset (despite what car dealers might tell you). Among other things, the various costs of running your car are different on an EV – mostly in a good way. One of those lower costs tends to be servicing. Read more

Greenhous Group announce BYD as the latest addition to their manufacturer line-up 

Greenhous Group, one of the UK’s largest privately owned dealer groups, is excited to announce the latest addition to its manufacturer portfolio, BYD. This new venture marks another significant step in the company’s operational growth strategy, providing both retail and fleet opportunities. Read more

New Congestion Charge consultation 

Transport for London has today (27 May) launched a public consultation on proposed changes to the central London Congestion Charging scheme. Read more

Global trade disruption forces UK CEOs to re-evaluate investment strategies 

UK CEOs are adjusting their strategic investment plans as geopolitical, macroeconomic and trade uncertainties continue to disrupt global markets, according to the latest EY-Parthenon CEO Outlook survey. Read more

Drivers face MOT chaos and car repair delays as mechanics at popular dealerships prepare for strikes 

Drivers could face issues when looking to have their cars serviced or repaired in the near future, as mechanics look set to strike. Mechanics at four Hedin Mercedes-Benz dealerships across London and Kent are being balloted for strike action over pay. Read more

Automotive Education Report Edition 14 

This report explores the latest trends in automotive qualifications and apprenticeships across England, Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland. It draws on the most recent data available, including apprenticeship statistics from the Department for Education (DfE). Read more

BSI publishes standards to support transition to zero-emission HGVs 

BSI has released updated standards designed to accelerate the shift to zero-emission road freight, following Innovate UK’s announcement of a plan to establish 54 new infrastructure hubs across the UK for electric vehicle charging and hydrogen refuelling for heavy goods vehicles (HGVs). Read more

Good Practice of the Month – June 2025 awarded to Mobiel 21 (Belgium) for improving cycling safety through research with mothers 

This spotlight series is dedicated to showcasing the best practices shared by ERSC members. Each month, we highlight a different member’s innovative road safety initiative. By presenting these success stories, we aim to create a collaborative environment where others can recognise, celebrate, and adopt lessons learned and best practices. Read more

65% of global corporate risk strategists identify cyber-attacks as the most significant threat to reputation, according to latest Willis survey 

Willis, a WTW business, today launched its reputational risk readiness survey 2024/25. Cyber risk, and particularly cyber-attacks, emerged as the main threat to reputation for 65% of the 500 global senior executives surveyed, up from 52% in 2023. Read more

The IFB reports that nearly 1,000 individuals were added to The Insurance Fraud Register (IFR) in April. Read more

A team from TTC Group donned their walking boots once again, to take part in the annual RoadPeace Challenge, a week-long initiative held in May during UN Global Road Safety Week. Read more