MOT Guides
Half of UK Drivers Attempt DIY Diagnostics as Garages Face Better-Informed Customers
Half of UK motorists are attempting basic vehicle diagnostics or maintenance themselves before visiting a garage, according to new research from automotive diagnostic equipment manufacturer TOPDON Europe. The findings suggest that growing access to affordable diagnostic tools is changing how motorists respond to warning lights, servicing reminders and other vehicle problems. TOPDON's research, reported on 13 and 14 October 2026, involved a survey of more than 2,000 UK vehicle owners. The company says one in...
15th October 2026
JT
433 MOT Authorisations Withdrawn as Garages Urged to Strengthen Compliance
A total of 433 MOT authorisations were withdrawn during 2025/26, according to DVSA figures highlighted by Autotech Training, prompting renewed calls for garages to give MOT management and compliance sufficient...
15th October 2026
JT
FixMyCar Replaces Garage Job Fees with Monthly Subscriptions
Online garage booking platform FixMyCar has introduced a new subscription model that allows participating workshops to pay a fixed monthly fee rather than commission on every job they secure through...
15th October 2026
JT
Winter Turbocharger Failures: Melett Issues Warning to UK Garages
Turbocharger specialist Melett is urging UK garages to pay closer attention to engine oil quality, lubrication and servicing as colder weather increases the risk of premature turbocharger damage. In technical...
15th October 2026
JT
One in Six Local Roads Needs Maintenance Consideration, DfT Figures Show
One in six of England’s unclassified local roads is in a condition that should be considered for maintenance, according to new Department for Transport figures published on 14 October 2026....
15th October 2026
JT
MOT Tester Sentenced for Fraudulent Pass on Car Later Involved in Fatal Crash
A Cardiff MOT tester who fraudulently passed a vehicle despite known safety defects has been sentenced to a 12-month community order. The car was subsequently involved in a crash in...
15th October 2026
JT
AI Traffic Cameras Flag 19,000 Driving Offences in Two Weeks – No Fines Issued
Artificial intelligence cameras have identified more than 19,000 potential driving offences during a two-week road safety trial in the West Midlands, raising questions about the scale of mobile phone use...
15th October 2026
JT
How Much Does a Car Service Cost in the UK? 2026 Price Guide
A car service in the UK can cost anywhere from around £185 for a basic interim service to £450 or more for a major service, depending on the vehicle, the...
15th October 2026
JT
UK’s Top Technicians, Apprentices and Garages Named as 2026 Awards Finalists
The finalists for the 2026 Top Awards have been announced, recognising some of the UK’s leading automotive technicians, apprentices and independent garages ahead of next month’s national finals. Following months...
15th October 2026
JT
UK HGV Market Returns to Growth as Electric Truck Registrations Halve
The UK heavy goods vehicle market has recorded its first quarterly growth in two years, but registrations of zero-emission trucks have fallen by more than half, highlighting the challenges facing...
15th October 2026
JT
Electric Citroën 2CV Revealed: Iconic Car Returns with £12,700 Price Target
One of motoring’s most recognisable cars is making a comeback, with Citroën unveiling an all-electric concept inspired by the legendary 2CV and targeting a starting price of around £12,700 for...
12th October 2026
JT
Peugeot 205 T16 Reborn as 816hp Electric Concept – And It Previews the Next E-208
Peugeot has unveiled an extraordinary 816hp electric concept inspired by its legendary 205 T16 rally car, combining 1980s motorsport heritage with technology that could influence the next generation of the...
12th October 2026
JT
New MOT LED Headlight Rules Now in Force: What DVSA Says Testers Must Check
New MOT rules allowing certain approved LED replacement bulbs to be fitted in existing halogen headlamps came into force on 14 October 2026, with the Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency...
10th October 2026
JT
