Felix Reeves

4 days ago | gbnews.com | Felix Reeves

Drivers who make the switch to an electric car in 2025 will pay almost 30 per cent less to service it over the next five years than petrol, diesel or hybrid vehicle owners. New data has found that electric vehicles remain "significantly cheaper" to maintain than other vehicle types, despite servicing costs rising in recent years. Experts have suggested that this is down to fewer moving parts, the lack of oil changes and the general simplicity of an electric vehicle powertrain.

4 days ago | gbnews.com | Felix Reeves

Automotive giant BYD is aiming to sell half of its cars outside of China by the end of the decade, as it makes strong headway across the UK. Reuters reports that the Chinese manufacturer is looking to become a serious player in the international vehicle market, according to four people familiar with the brand. BYD is looking to grow the name of the manufacturer in Europe and Latin America, as Chinese brands continue to deal with issues accessing the US market.

4 days ago | gbnews.com | Felix Reeves

Elderly drivers will have their motoring skills tested as police forces aim to boost road safety with a new scheme. West Mercia Police and Hereford & Worcester Fire and Rescue Service are launching free virtual reality awareness sessions for mature drivers this summer. The innovative initiative aims to help older motorists understand how ageing affects their driving abilities.

4 days ago | gbnews.com | Felix Reeves

The UK's used car market has surpassed two million vehicles sold in the first quarter of 2025, marking the first time this milestone has been achieved since before the pandemic. According to figures released by the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT), this represents a 2.7 per cent increase compared to the same period last year. The strong performance caps off nine consecutive quarters of growth for the used car sector.

4 days ago | gbnews.com | Felix Reeves

Nigel Farage has delivered a scathing response to Jaguar amid reports that Jaguar Land Rover has launched a review of its global creative advertising agency after its controversial rebrand. Reports suggest that Jaguar Land Rover is looking to review its global creative account, which could lead to a change of its adveertising agency.