One in six drivers has bought counterfeit car parts in the UK
Would you know how to tell your online purchase is real or fake? Shockingly, 45% of motorists who purchased fake parts, only found out when the part failed and their garage notified them. After a raid on a self-storage unit in Gloucestershire, the RAC has outlined how to tell if the car parts you are buying are fake or not.
Read more here. Further guidance can also be found here.

80% of drivers concerned about headlights
With the onset of driving in dark conditions for longer, as well as a government-commissioned report into glare from headlights, an RAC survey found headlight glare causing a fair bit of concern amongst drivers. Read more here.

Road casualties in Great Britain fall slightly in 2024
According to new data released by the Department for Transport (DfT), the number of people who were killed or injured on roads across Great Britain has continued its long-term decline in 2024. Read more here.

First models eligible for full £3,750 Electric Car Grant revealed
Like them or not, electric vehicles are changing the motoring world. The RAC reports the latest news on grants for two models. Read more here.

RAC advice
After an eBay poll of motorists, the RAC has issued some urgent advice about using roof boxes and also conducting pre-journey checks before travelling this summer holiday. Let us know if you need help ensuring you are travelling safely.

