Is London Ready for Waymo’s Driverless Taxis? The world’s first “robotaxi” service could be heading to the capital. US autonomous vehicle firm Waymo has confirmed plans to launch driverless taxis in London next year, with fully automated rides expected in 2026. But as the tech giants roll in, cabbies are asking: what does this really Continue Reading…
The biggest motor finance reckoning since PPI The UK’s motor finance industry is facing a bill of up to £11 billion as the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) pushes ahead with a sweeping car finance scandal redress scheme.The move, described by some analysts as the most significant compensation effort since the PPI mis-selling debacle, could see Continue Reading…
Demand Fuels Used Car Price Growth: What It Means for the Motor Trade The used car market continues to show its strength as we move into the final quarter of 2025. Despite wider political and economic uncertainty, the latest Auto Trader report paints a picture of solid demand, stable prices and growing consumer confidence. For Continue Reading…
Transport for London (TfL), under the control of Mayor Sadiq Khan, has quietly buried a major study that undermines one of his flagship policies. As reported in The Times, The University of Westminster’s Travel and Places project – funded by TfL at a cost of more than £80,000 – found that low-traffic neighbourhoods (LTNs) may Continue Reading…
If you were underpaid when your car was stolen and written-off claims you could be entitled to benefit from a £200m compensation scheme. More than a quarter of a million motorists are set to share £200 million in compensation after the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) uncovered widespread failings in how insurers handled claims for stolen Continue Reading…
UK landlords are increasingly selling properties ahead of the Renters’ Rights Bill, which will introduce major reforms such as ending “no-fault” evictions, giving tenants stronger rights to challenge rent increases, and banning discrimination against benefit claimants. The legislation, combined with speculation over tax changes on rental income, is prompting some landlords—especially smaller portfolio owners—to exit Continue Reading…
Non-negligence cover is also known as party wall insurance. It is particularly relevant to property owners and developers that are carrying out significant works. It should provide them with cover against claims from any neighbours whose property has been damaged by the construction work. As the name suggests, the policy steps in when the contractor is found not to have been negligent. This type of insurance is particularly valuable because establishing negligence in construction-related incidents can be very challenging. It Continue Reading…
The UK housing market is delicately balanced in 2025, and landlords are watching closely as Chancellor Rachel Reeves looks to potentially raise billions from property taxes. With income tax, VAT, and national insurance ruled out, rumour has it that her focus has turned to stamp duty, capital gains, and even council tax reform. The next Continue Reading…
The UK housing market has surprised many this summer with a surge in activity. According to the latest House Price Index, buyer demand is up 11%, agreed sales are up 8%, and there’s a record number of homes for sale (See the HM Land Registry for official pricing data). Yet, despite all this movement, prices Continue Reading…
The Supreme Court Speaks: Car Finance Ruling Explained The much-anticipated car finance ruling finally landed on August 1st 2025, and it is a big one. The UK Supreme Court has ruled that car dealers are not acting as “agents” for buyers when arranging finance. In other words, dealers do not owe customers the same fiduciary Continue Reading…
