Fuel duty hike Rishi Sunak has faced fresh criticism for a rumoured fuel duty rise of 5p per litre. The measures are likely to be officially announced in next months budget. It has also been revealed that the cost of filling…
SMART Motorways Condemned As ‘Death Traps’
Smart motorways were introduced as a cost-effective way to increase capacity on congested motorways; but safety concerns have been clear from the start. We highlighted their risks early on – and reviewed some of these concerns in a blog post…
Covid-19 Motor Update
The pandemic and resulting restrictions are likely to have impacted your driving habits. However the requirement for insurance remains and our advisors remain on hand to help you. Answers to some of your most common questions are featured below. Do…
Classic Car Lowdown – Cheap Classic Car Insurance
Classic / Vintage Car Insurance Cover Not all mainstream Insurers will provide insurance cover for classic or vintage cars. However, at City Insurance we have teamed up with some of our leading Insurer Partners to drive down the cost of…
Mandatory MOT Tests set to restart – Avoid the rush!
MOT Centres to Open The UK Government has announced that MOT exceptions are set to end on 31st July. So if your MOT test is due on, or after August 1st, you will be expected to arrange your MOT test…
Car Buying Guide – New vs Used
With lockdown gradually easing, many people are considering upgrading their car. Investing in a new car is likely to be your second most expensive purchase after your house. Therefore it is only natural you should take the time to ensure…
Covid-19 Update: Car showrooms to reopen and over a million unroadworthy cars to return to the roads
Car showrooms to reopen In what has come as welcome news for car manufacturers, many showrooms will reopen from today. This comes as part of the Government’s plans to allow selected non-essential shops to open. Boris Johnson confirmed…
Covid-19: MOT clarification and car tax update
MOT Confusion There have been reports that many motorists are confused about the new MOT rules and what they are required to do. As per our earlier blog, vehicle owners in Britain have been granted a six-month exemption from…
Covid-19: Motoring Update – speeding increase, fuel prices and car maintenance tips
Using your car again With lockdown rules being gradually relaxed, many people will be hoping to use their cars for the first time in a while. Unfortunately when your car is not being used, electrical devices such as…
Coronavirus Update: Support for car finance customers and latest impact on car industry
FCA announcement on car finance Further to our last previous blog about the implications of Covid-19 on car finance, the FCA has now announced support measures for struggling motorists. In welcome news, the UK’s financial regulator has directed all motor…