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Mazda has introduced a new warranty programme for all newly registered models in its line-up. Covering six years or 100,000 miles, the warranty takes effect from 1 September 2025.
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New car registrations dropped by 5% in July to 140,154 units, partly due to buyers delaying purchases while awaiting confirmation of models eligible for the electric car grant (SMMT).
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EDF has acquired London-based EV charge point operator Pod in a deal worth approximately £10.6 million.
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The UK financial regulator has confirmed that victims of car finance mis-selling are likely to receive a maximum of £950 in compensation, with total costs for the sector estimated at £18 billion.
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Drink-drive fatalities have decreased by 14% year-on-year, with 260 estimated deaths. DfT figures also show 1,860 people were killed or seriously injured – a 3% fall from 2022.
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Tata Motors, owner of JLR, will acquire Italian truck maker Iveco Group in a £3.3 billion agreement.
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BYD is offering a five-year servicing package on selected new and approved used electric models, including the Dolphin Surf, Dolphin and Atto 3, due to uncertainty over the Government’s Electric Car Grant. It has also extended its battery warranty to eight years or 155,342 miles across its EV and PHEV range.
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Nearly half (48%) of motorists believe electric vehicles should no longer be exempt from the London Congestion Charge, according to Venson Automotive Solutions.
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Volkswagen Group has launched a £1500 retail grant for select Cupra, Skoda and VW EV models. The ‘Grant Guarantee’ applies to the Cupra Born, Skoda Enyaq and Elroq, and Volkswagen ID.3 and ID.4.
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41% of motorists say they would be more likely to buy an EV if a clean vehicle tax reduced congestion charges, while 35% of younger drivers (aged 18–34) are willing to pay the charge for EVs. Only 6% of those aged 55+ feel the same (Venson).
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Volkswagen has added two new trim levels – Match and Black Edition – to the Passat eHybrid, offering more equipment at no extra cost.
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A recent EVA England survey shows that 51% of disabled drivers struggle with ultra-rapid (350kW) charging cables, compared to 21% of non-disabled drivers.
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The average price of a used electric van has fallen 28.1% over two years, dropping by £6875 to £17,560 between June 2023 and June 2025 (Marketcheck). Experts believe the market has now stabilised.