All articles by Juan Destribats

Juan Destribats

Cost of car insurance reaches almost £1,000, the highest price on record in the UK

However, in comparison to previous quarters,  prices increased by 8% (£71)  – the lowest increase in 9 months – offering some brief respite to drivers

Fleets should back wider use of 20mph limits, says FleetCheck

Managing director Peter Golding said that while the subject had become politically controversial, the argument for car and van operators was quite clear cut.

LCV values continued to realign as the year ends

The recovery of the new van market – up by 22% year-on-year in 2023 – offered more choice to van buyers and took further pressure off the used sector.

Tesla pauses production in Germany due to Red Sea conflict

The announcement is an indicator that the attacks from Iran-backed Houthi, combined with the US and Britain strikes on Yemen in reprisal for Houthi attacks can have a major impact on global trade.

MG and Skoda top leaderboard of Expert Rating Index

The MG 4 and Skoda Enyaq emerge as the best new cars, while the Volkswagen Golf tops the charts as the best used car.

Tesla cuts prices in China, the world’s strongest EV market

Earlier in January 2023, Tesla’s decision to reduce prices in China ended up instigating a price war as numerous other automakers attempted to maintain competitiveness.

Getting driver adoption wrong could cost businesses and spike emissions

Fleet adoption of EVs is continuing at pace – with 67% of all battery electric car sales in 2022 purchased by fleets and businesses.

Ignition appoints new Business Development manager

In his new role, Ian will principally support businesses across the county of Devon, helping to further strengthen Ignition’s reach across its heartland in the South West. 

Close Brothers Premium Finance signs deal with The Green Insurer

The Green Insurer aims to help people consider the environment by measuring and offsetting their driving emissions.