As the UAE’s automotive landscape evolves, Oakdale Auto Dubai, a third-generation Canadian family-owned garage that has operated in Dubai for more than a decade, has shared insights into changing motorist behaviour based on its experience servicing more than 15,000 vehicles. One of the strongest patterns is the growing importance of trust. Oakdale reports that customers […]

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Nearly one in ten Britons have or would consider taking penalty points for their partner, even though it could lead to a prison sentence and a permanent criminal record.  That’s the finding of a survey by the motoring experts at Tiger.co.uk, who quizzed respondents on whether and why they’d take the points for a loved […]

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New research reveals the UK’s average driving test pass rate is just 48.7%, but the location where you take your test could almost double your chances of passing. The learner driver insurance experts at Tempcover analysed the latest DVSA data to uncover where in the UK it is easiest and hardest to pass your practical driving test, […]

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New data suggests British drivers are treating restricted spaces as short-term convenience zones despite clear rules and regulations. Motor insurance experts have exposed some of the UK’s worst parking habits, with 60% admitting to parking illegally and putting themselves at risk of financial penalties. A recent survey revealed that 19% of motorists admitted to parking on […]

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2025 has seen a slew of announcements for high-speed electric vehicle (EV) motors, with several exceeding 30,000rpm! What is behind this sudden need for speed? In this article, IDTechEx discusses the benefits, challenges, and solutions for taking this approach. With IDTechEx’s latest report on Electric Motors for Electric Vehicles 2026-2036 predicting that over 140 million EV […]

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The UK’s car theft epidemic has entered a new high-tech phase, with official figures revealing that a hybrid Toyota has surged past the long-standing favourite, the Ford Fiesta Zetec, to become the UK’s most targeted specific car variant. According to DVLA data analysed by temporary car insurance experts Tempcover, the Toyota C-HR Dynamic HEV has claimed the top spot in the 2025 theft […]

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The latest edition of the ‘New Car Prices in GCC (Mass Market)’ study by Focal Point, a full-service, regional market intelligence and communications consultancy operating in the Gulf since 2011, has revealed the stable prices in the automotive sector in the region, with new car prices in Saudi Arabia remaining the lowest compared to prices […]

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As electric vehicles edge closer to the mainstream, new buying platforms emerge, and living costs continue to shape big financial decisions, new research reveals how Britain’s drivers are navigating one of life’s most significant purchases. With the 2025/26 number plates arriving on 1 September, day insurance experts Tempcover carried out a survey of 2,000 UK drivers to […]

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The global steel industry is navigating a pivotal and capital-intensive transition towards decarbonization. While technological innovation in hydrogen-based and electric ironmaking remains critical, the focus has sharpened on the demand-side dynamics that make this transformation financially viable. Proactive offtakers in key sectors, such as automotive and construction, are moving beyond passive procurement to actively shape […]

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With a growing interest in people looking for flexible and independent ways to travel this summer, solo road trips offer the freedom to go at your own pace, with no need to rely on flights, timetables or travel companions. To help drivers find the best car for the journey, temporary car insurance experts Tempcover analysed seven […]

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