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Summer getaway set for busy start, warns RAC
Monday 13th July 2026
The summer getaway will get off to a busy start this weekend with 14 million drivers set to take to the roads. According to data released by the RAC, this will make it the busiest weekend on the roads since lockdown was lifted in 2022. Saturday is expected to be the busiest… Read more
New look and features for Selsia Central
Tuesday 9th June 2026
Selsia has enhanced Selsia Central, the company’s CAPS Connected repair management portal with a new appearance and a host of exciting user friendly features, with AI being used in its development. Selsia Central connects all stakeholders in the repair process, including fleet clients, fleet and claims companies, insurers, repairers and… Read more
Van downtime costing fleets more than £1,000 a day
Friday 22nd May 2026
UK businesses lose more than £1,170 for every day a van is off the road, according to new Mercedes-Benz Vans research. Mercedes-Benz Vans is highlighting the operational impact of vehicle downtime after new research found UK businesses lose an average of £1,172.20 for every day a van is unavailable. Research conducted… Read more
Used car values climb at sharpest rate since 2021
Tuesday 12th May 2026
Average used car values rose 1.8% month-on-month in April, according to the Auto Trader Retail Price Index. This represents the highest monthly increase since November 2021. Meanwhile, used cars are currently selling in 27 days on average, while rising fuel costs are accelerating interest in electric vehicles, with demand up 59% on the… Read more
Motor premiums remain stable, but cost of repairs still high
Wednesday 6th May 2026
The ABI’s latest data shows the average motor premium remained stable in Q1 2026, but the cost of repairs increased.1 The average premium held steady at £560, a marginal £1 (0.2%) increase on Q4 2025 but still £20 lower than Q1 2025, or £38 lower when adjusted for inflation.2 Of the £2.9 billion insurers paid out in claims in the first quarter of this year, £1.9 billion… Read more
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