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  BCA Takes the Timewasting out of Buying at Auction 15 Jan 2010 (News)
  “Of course, the wider the search criteria the more choice a buyer will have”, continued Tim Naylor.  “But with the BCA stock locator they can also narrow it right down to a specific car at a particular auction centre.” British Car Auctions  also features a new BCA Showroom section, showcasing the prestige and classic vehicles available from BCA sales.
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  Pick-up prices pick up 18 May 2009 (News)
  They will tow a decent sized caravan or double horsebox with ease and if fitted with a Truckman top or similar offer plenty of additional carrying capacity. When that’s combined with an affordable price point it can prove irresistible to consumer buyers.” Ward added “There’s still an active buyer base in the building and construction trades for double cabs as a working tool, of course, from the site foreman to the self-employed builder for whom it may also have a role as ‘family car’.
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  The End of Worthless Car Warranties 5 Dec 2004 (News)
  After this date, registered dealers will not only have to comply with strict guidelines, which include a right to cancel after 14 days, but inform consumers of the terms and conditions and any exclusions within the policy. This is where the public will benefit most says Duncan McClure Fisher of Warranty Direct.
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  Honest John's Motoring Agony Column: 23-5-2015 23 May 2015 (News)
  As you write, it was not possible for you to return the car to the dealer in this circumstance. I am 80% sure that  a Small Claims Judge would rule in your favour over this. Your consumer rights are explained here:  /faq/consumer-rights/    
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  Brexit – What does it mean for classics? 18 Jul 2016 (News)
  Indeed, for many of us, it’s a bad thing, as it takes the cars we want to own for purely nostalgic purposes annoyingly out of reach. If consumer caution means prices start to soften, then it could mean that, once again, the car you always promised yourself is back within reach. Maintaining it could become costly, though, especially for non-British cars.
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  Report: Peking to Paris, day seven 3 Jun 2013 (News)
  Bulgan to Murun The Peking to Paris contenders readied themselves for another long day with three Time Trials ahead of them. Little did they know that this would be the hardest day so far. Several cars stopped with time-consuming problems, causing changes to the leader board and for some teams, changes to their travel plans. The Mercedes-Benz of Mike Velassco and Derek Sloan had a frustrating day with blocked fuel-filters caused by rust in an old petrol tank being shaken up… something that was warned about in the pre-rally preparation advice notes.
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  Can you buy back a van that has been written off? 20 Feb 2018 (News)
  Do not forget, read your contract of insurance. It will state you are indemnified up to the market value. The insurer only has the right to retain the vehicle when they have bought the vehicle off you. Up to that point the vehicle is always yours. What about retaining a Category C total loss? This is where the repair costs exceed the market value.
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  HPI Warns of More Cloned Cars 14 Aug 2009 (News)
    As the recession takes its toll on the UK, criminals are using more sophisticated methods to clone vehicles and HPI warns dealers that they need to be as aware as consumers to avoid falling foul of these fraudsters. Car cloning is the vehicle equivalent of identity fraud – criminals steal a car and give it a new identity copied from a similar vehicle already on the road.
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  Innovations at Mobility Roadshow to Include new Swivel Seat and new Flexible Ramp 18 May 2016 (News)
  It uses a self-levelling system derived from the Segway, can go forwards or backwards, accelerate and brake by using intuitive upper body leaning movements. Steering is simple with just a light push left or right on the handlebar and Genny boasts an exceptional turning circle. Lewis Reed  Lewis Reed has its top 8 converted vehicles, including unique new Mercedes-Benz V-Class and Vito models.
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  Honest John's Motoring Agony Column 25-4-2015 25 Apr 2015 (News)
  If the vendor gets difficult you might have to take the matter to the Small Claims Track of the County Court and this will be time-consuming, leaving you with no transport in the interim: /faq/consumer-rights/ I can't predict how the judge would rule. But logically, if the wheels of a car cannot be removed for maintenance or tyre replacement the car is not roadworthy.
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  Law Commission Looks Into 'logbook loans' 10 Sep 2015 (News)
  The Commission is seeking views on a list of provisional proposals: Protecting borrowers from abrupt repossession – where a borrower is in temporary financial difficulties but has already repaid more than one third of the logbook loan, lenders should have to apply for a court order before repossessing the vehicle. Giving borrowers the right to end the logbook loan – a borrower with no realistic prospect of repaying the logbook loan should be able to hand over the vehicle to the lender to release themselves entirely from the loan and any associated charges.
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  Sparks Fly in Reliability Survey 21 Jul 2011 (News)
  “We pay a huge number of claims to fix highly complex systems such as the electronic control units at the heart of modern cars. “Often problematic to put right, owners can end up visiting expensive franchised dealers to fix faults.” Just under a third of drivers who own the opulent Peugeot 607 pay for electrical glitches, possibly due to its well appointed cabin and relatively luxurious specification. 
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  Focus On: Russell Automotive Centre and Garage Express 1 Oct 2018 (News)
  She is a member of the Independent Garage Association executive committee and is passionate about improving consumer options for the independent side of the garage industry.  She loves being a mentor and offering advice to others looking to break into the industry. The garage was part of a pilot scheme offering work experience to students with Work Ready- a program at a local college helping students from less-privileged backgrounds in providing career opportunities and training.
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  HPI HELPS MET CATCH CARJACKING GANG 15 Jan 2009 (News)
  It also offers cover of up to £30,000 and is the only history check guarantee to provide cover for cloned vehicles. Concludes Lindsay: "Both consumers and dealers can become a victim of car fraudsters, so we advise private buyers and those in the trade to conduct checks. And even if the person you are buying from says they have done an HPI Check or shows you a HPI Certificate, do one of your own so that you are protected by the guarantee.
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  Comment: So you think that navigation systems are lost? 30 Jul 2015 (News)
  Armed with this assumption, I contacted all manner of retailers and navigation companies: John Lewis, Argos, Halfords, Amazon, Garmin and TomTom, to name them all. All bar one of them either ignored me completely or politely asked me to turn right into Get Lost Village. In fairness to them, it’s perhaps little surprise they did that when the request was, roughly, "can you help me explain why your sales are tanking, thank you please?"
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  Comment: So you think that navigation systems are lost? 25 Jun 2015 (News)
  Armed with this assumption, I contacted all manner of retailers and navigation companies: John Lewis, Argos, Halfords, Amazon, Garmin and TomTom, to name them all. All bar one of them either ignored me completely or politely asked me to turn right into Get Lost Village. In fairness to them, it’s perhaps little surprise they did that when the request was, roughly, "can you help me explain why your sales are tanking, thank you please?"
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  Motor Codes Backs Mercedes Over Rust 20 Jul 2013 (News)
  AM, Motor Codes Ltd.” The photos show the kind of rust that can occur on a Mercedes built between 1996 and 2003. Motor Codes has the support of Consumer Focus, the Trading Standards Institute, the SMMT, the Department for Business Innovation and Skills, the Citizens Advice Bureau, the DVLA and the Office of Fair Trading. Readers may express what they think of this below.
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  Parking charges and the law 11 May 2011 (News)
  If you are unlucky enough to have been charged for overstaying, parking in the wrong bay, or failing to display your permit, then don’t worry. We’ve a guide to help you understand your rights so you know exactly where you stand if you get a dreaded ticket on your windscreen. First of all it’s important to understand that the best way to deal with penalty charges and fines is to avoid them.
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  Motorists Pay £1.6 Billion for Car Repairs 17 Feb 2004 (News)
  The majority of new cars come with a three-year manufacturer supported warranty as standard to protect the consumer against unwanted bills. With 12.689m vehicles falling within the 3-10 year old bracket on British roads according to the DVLA register, Warranty Direct claims suggest the chances of failure run at more than a third.
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  Honest John’s Motoring Agony Column 18-4-2015 18 Apr 2015 (News)
  I think you have a very good case to suggest to the dealer that he gets Renault to pay for this, otherwise you will take appropriate action over this safety relate fault. Your legal rights are here:  /faq/consumer-rights/  Meanwhile I'll add it to the Scenic entry in  /carbycar   Crashing in Can you recommend a car accident camera suitable for a Mazda MX5.