Potholes seen to be damaging multiple vehicles weekly at Shropshire Tyre Centre
Steve Davies, the manager and owner of Tyreworks Tyre Centres in Market Drayton, reports that his business is seeing at least three customers each week whose tyres, wheels, or cars have been damaged by potholes on Shropshire’s roads. This information comes as the Shropshire Star newspaper is running a week-long focus on the increasing problem […]
Northampton men fined over £300,000 for illegal tyre waste site
Two Northampton men have been fined a total of more than £300,000 for their involvement in running an illegal waste tyre site in Daventry. Nimesh Patel, 52, and Andrew Eyre, 55, appeared at Northampton Crown Court on March 28th for a Proceeds of Crime judgment. In September 2024, Eyre, a company director, received an 18-week […]
Audi to announce significant job cuts
Audi will reduce its workforce in Germany by up to 7,500 jobs by 2029, as part of a cost-cutting initiative. The Volkswagen-owned company announced the measures, which it expects to save the firm 1 billion euros (£842.5 million) per year in the medium term. Audi cited increasingly challenging economic conditions, competitive pressures, and political uncertainties […]
UK model offers solution to Northern Ireland MOT delays
Northern Ireland’s MOT testing system faces significant delays, with average waiting times exceeding 100 days by May 2024. The Driver and Vehicle Agency (DVA), responsible for conducting tests at 15 Stormont-run centres, has struggled to recover from disruptions since 2020. The Department for Infrastructure (DfI) has implemented temporary measures, including issuing one-year exemptions for cars […]
Millions of vehicles unchecked despite safety recalls
Figures obtained via the Freedom of Information Act have revealed that over 3.2 million cars and light commercial vehicles, subject to safety recalls between 2018 and 2023, were not rectified by franchise dealers. ADS (Auto Data Solutions) warns that the actual number of unchecked vehicles is likely higher. Manufacturers typically notify affected customers by post, […]
Tesla dealership in Belfast targeted as US protests continue
Approximately 20 Tesla vehicles were damaged at a dealership on Boucher Road, Belfast. The damage, reported to police on Sunday, included broken wing mirrors, smashed windows, and bodywork dents. The Police Service of Northern Ireland (PSNI) stated that the damage occurred within the preceding 24 hours and investigations are ongoing. They have appealed for witnesses. […]
Millions of drivers missing MOT test deadlines
Over 10 million MOT tests were carried out late in the past two years, according to figures obtained by Green Flag from the DVSA. In 2023, 7.6 million drivers missed their MOT deadline, and a similar pattern has continued into 2024. A concerning 8% of these tests were completed more than a month late. Driving […]
“Ghost MOTs” sold on TikTok despite new regulations
Unscrupulous mechanics are exploiting social media platforms to sell fraudulent “ghost MOTs,” despite the Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA) introducing new regulations to combat the practice. “Ghost MOTs” involve issuing MOT certificates without physically inspecting the vehicle. MailOnline discovered accounts on Instagram, TikTok, and Telegram offering these services for fees as low as £100. […]
Helston garage issues theft warning to local businesses
AP Auto Repairs, a garage located on the Water-ma-Trout industrial estate in Helston, has issued a warning to local businesses following a theft on Sunday night. CCTV footage from the garage shows two men approaching a white Transit van parked outside, where a third person was waiting in the driver’s seat. One of the men […]
Vehicle recalls on the rise as Volkswagen recalls 177,000 SUVs
Volkswagen is recalling 177,493 of its crossover SUVs, specifically certain Atlas and Atlas Cross Sport models from the 2024 and 2025 model years, due to a potential fire risk. The recall is prompted by the possibility of loose engine covers, which may have been improperly installed after vehicle servicing. These loose covers could contact hot […]