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Government Fuel Finder Apps Accused of Showing Outdated Fuel Prices
A recent investigation by What Car? has raised serious concerns about the accuracy of fuel price comparison apps used by millions of UK motorists. According to the report, four out of five Government-recommended fuel finder apps were displaying out-of-date fuel prices, potentially leaving drivers paying significantly more at the pumps. The findings come just monthsContinue reading "Government Fuel Finder Apps Accused of Showing Outdated Fuel Prices"13th May 2026
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Millions Face Huge £617 Repair Bills Without an MOT Test — Warning Issued
Drivers across the UK have been warned they could face repair costs averaging £617 if they skip an MOT test or ignore necessary repairs. The warning comes amid data highlighting...Garage News
16th June 2025
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Drivers Risk £1,000 Fines Over Simple MOT Test Mistakes
MOT testers and garages are being urged to help drivers avoid costly mistakes, as new warnings highlight how easily motorists can fall foul of the law around MOT tests –...Garage News
1st August 2025
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DVSA Warns Millions of Drivers to Act Over MOT Reminder Service
The DVSA has issued an urgent warning to drivers across the UK: millions are not signed up to the free MOT reminder service — putting themselves at risk of missed...Garage News
26th August 2025
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The Surprising Early History of Electric Vehicles
When people think of electric vehicles, they often picture cutting-edge technology and futuristic design — but EVs actually have a history stretching back nearly two centuries. The first crude electric...Garage News
29th October 2025
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Ghost MOTs
Ghost MOTs refers to the situation where MOT Testing Stations issue MOT pass certificates on vehicles that have never been in an MOT Testing Station. This practice is advertised on...Garage News
3rd November 2025
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UK Motorists Delaying Tyre Replacement Until MOT: What Garage Owners Need to Know
Tyre safety, MOT failure reasons, and how garages can tackle tyre neglect. A Growing Trend: Drivers Waiting for the MOT Before Addressing Tyres Across the UK, tyre neglect remains one...Garage News
21st November 2025
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UK MOT Garages to Verify EV Mileage Under Proposed Road Tax
Proposed Pay-Per-Mile Road Tax for Electric Vehicles The UK government is introducing a new mileage-based road tax for electric cars as part of its Autumn Budget 2025. Starting in April...Garage News
28th November 2025
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High Intensity Headlights – Some Glaring Statistics!
Recently in the news the BBC highlighted the issue of the glare from LED, laser light and bi-xenon sourced headlights on modern cars. This isn’t new. For some years now...Garage News
8th December 2025
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Regional MOT Failure Rates Across the UK
Introduction In 2023 alone, over 43 million MOT tests were conducted in Great Britain and 9.87 million (22.6%) resulted in failure, meaning roughly one in five vehicles failed their MOT...Garage News
28th December 2025
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Skills Shortage Driving Up Repair Costs: What It Means for UK Garages
Workshops across the UK are increasingly feeling the effects of a growing skills shortage in the automotive repair sector — and it’s now playing a significant role in rising repair...Garage News
27th January 2026
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Newer Cars Increasingly Sold Without a Spare Tyre
An increasing number of new vehicles are being supplied without a traditional spare wheel, as manufacturers look to reduce weight, improve fuel efficiency and lower production costs. Instead of a...Garage News
2nd February 2026
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DVSA Prosecutes MOT Tester and Mechanic Over “Ghost” MOT Fraud
Two men have been sentenced after a major MOT fraud investigation by the Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA) uncovered they were issuing legitimate-looking certificates for vehicles that were never...Garage News
7th February 2026
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