Articles by: Richard Borges

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Dipod show 174

In this show we look at the problems of getting back to work after the Covid-19 pandemic. Covering PPE, Technology and new operating practices.
Road Safety

“10 key changes to Highway Code will make cycling safer,” says Cycling UK

In response to the government’s new consultation on the Highway Code launched on Tuesday (28 July), Cycling UK is calling on Britain’s cyclists to support 10 key changes to the code to make cycling safer.
Cars

Devastating survey shows almost 1 in 3 consumers don’t understand hybrid cars

A shocking new survey by DesperateSeller.co.uk has revealed that 30.9% of UK consumers simply don’t understand hybrid cars.
Technology & Innovation

Pass your Theory Test or your money back – Driving Theory Test 4 in 1 app introduces a Pass Guarantee!

Learner drivers who have had their driving lessons halted and tests cancelled since March, can now get a guaranteed pass in their Theory Test thanks to Driving Test Success.
Cars

69% of over 55s bought car outright

A quarter of UK drivers change car every 2 – 4 years, rising to 42% in North East England
Legislation & Regulation

Green light for increase in speed through roadworks

Limit through roadworks to increase to 60mph – where safe and where shown on road signs
Legislation & Regulation

Update on theory test certificates

After careful consideration, the government has decided not to extend theory test certificates due to the impact on road safety.
Cars

Savvy consumers save over £7k on a new car by choosing leasing over PCP finance during lockdown?

LeaseLoco used data on the site’s most popular cars since 1st April as well as the UK’s top selling cars and compared these to the best value PCP cars.
Legislation & Regulation

Q & A from NASP/DVSA webinar held on 17 July

This is the text of the Q&A session that NASP held with DVSA on 17 July.

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