News

Luton Airport Fire: EV Parking May Need a Rethink on Risk

UPDATE 23.10.2023 Latest mainstream media press statement from Bedfordshire Police is that a man has been arrested and bailed as part of the investigation into the cause of the fire. The Police are still sticking […]

Opinion

Private Pensions Need To Generate Profits, Not Feelgood Vibes

Straight talking from the Editor’s keyboard; Pensions, both State and private, are generally below the EU average in the UK. The exception to this rule is public sector pensions, which are primarily funded by taxation, […]

Motor Insurance

Europcar Offers EV Replacement Fleet For Insurers

For insurers looking to boost their ESG profile, it makes sense to offer pure battery, or hybrid replacement cars, during the claims management process. Here’s the word from Europcar; As the insurance industry adapts to […]

Technology

Battery Pack Health & EV Repair; Is There a Claims Solution?

EV battery pack health is an area of concern for any major motor sector insurance brand. The dangers involved when conducting FNOL, assessment, garage repairs or storing EVs whilst waiting for parts, are significant. Fire […]

Motor Insurance

Does Your Car Insurance Cover Driving Through Flash Floods?

Am I covered if I drive into a flash flood and it kills the engine? It’s a question that some drivers consider as summer thunderstorms overwhelm the UK’s badly maintained road network, with blocked drains […]

Motor Insurance

Thatcham Highlights Battery Pack Claims Risks, And Costs

Automotive risk intelligence company Thatcham Research is today issuing a report, funded by the UK Government’s innovation agency (Innovate UK), that highlights the technical and practical differences between BEV and ICE (Internal Combustion Engine) vehicle […]

Motor Insurance

UK Drivers Keen on EVs, and PAYG Cover, Says Trakm8 Survey

Trakm8, the recognised leader in technology solutions for insurance telematics, connected car data and fleet management, has commissioned a new national driver survey to gain insights into how drivers purchase vehicles, choose insurance, and understand telematics […]