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21st September 2023

PM delays 2030 petrol and diesel car ban by five years

The 2030 ban on the sale of new petrol and diesel cars will be delayed until 2035.  Rishi Sunak made the announcement in a speech last […]
15th August 2023

Why are petrol and diesel prices rising again?

If you think fuel prices slowly creeping up again, you’re not seeing things. Fuel prices have been on the rise in the last few months, but […]
8th August 2023

Motorists may be slapped with ‘barmy’ new car tax changes with pay per mile considered

With the introduction of the expanded ULEZ, and the government’s plan to ban the sale of new petrol and diesel cars by 2030, there will eventually […]
2nd August 2023

Millions of motorists missing out on vehicle tax rebate

Does the government owe you money for selling your car? Motoring experts at LeaseCar.uk and LeaseElectricCar.co.uk are urging Brits to follow through on claiming back the […]
25th July 2023

2030 ban on new petrol car sales is immovable, insists Gove

The ban on the sale of new petrol and diesel cars has been a hotly debated topic in recent years, but what does it actually involve? […]
12th July 2023

RAC launches new fuel finder app

Fuel prices have started to come down, but are you always getting the cheapest option? myRAC Fuel Finder RAC have recently launched the ‘myRAC Fuel Finder’ […]
4th July 2023

Drivers paid nearly £1bn more for fuel after supermarkets increased margins

The Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) has found that average supermarket fuel margins rose by 6p per litre between 2019 and 2022. Motorists paid an extra […]
8th June 2023

Spike in new car sales brings hope to economy

Is the UK’s motor industry finally turning around? According to the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT), 145,204 new vehicles sold were sold in May, […]
6th June 2023

Record monthly drop in diesel prices

Many factors have contributed to rising petrol and diesel prices over the past few years, but now it looks like we’re over the hill. Let’s take […]
30th May 2023

DVLA strikes could mean delays to driving licences

If you’re planning on renewing your driving licence soon, make sure you know the dates of the DVLA strikes, or you could face delays. When are […]
25th May 2023

Vehicle repair delays continue into 2023

Need to repair your vehicle? Unfortunately, you may face a long wait time. With delays on the manufacture of car parts persisting into 2023, the turnaround […]
13th April 2023

Is this the end of smart motorways?

Do you think smart motorways should be shelved? Cost and safety concerns could mean the controversial roadways will never be built again. The i newspaper believes […]
4th April 2023

Easter traffic jams likely as 17 million plan getaways

Everyone likes to go away for Easter, but do you know how busy the roads will be? Make sure you know what the traffic is going […]
3rd April 2023

7 handy car features you may not know about

Ever wondered if your car has any hidden tricks or compartments? We’ve put together a list of features your car has that you might not know […]
30th March 2023

2030 ban on the sale of new petrol and diesel cars to go ahead

Energy Secretary Grant Shapps has confirmed that the government will stick to its plan to ban the sale of new petrol and diesel cars by 2030.  […]
23rd March 2023

London’s ULEZ expansion plans cause more political upset

The ULEZ (Ultra-Low Emission Zone) expansion is planned for 29th August 2023, and will cover all 33 of the London boroughs, rather than just the city […]
22nd November 2022

How new regulations will affect your renewal price

If you’re approaching your renewal date with 1ST CENTRAL, you may be interested to learn about a new regulation launched by the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA). […]
27th October 2022

Support and advice: tackling the cost of living crisis

Across the UK, we’re all feeling the impact from the rising cost of living. At 1st CENTRAL, we want to reassure you that we’re working hard […]
23rd September 2022

Will cars soon run on thin air?

New technology alert: Scientists at the University of Melbourne have found a way to make hydrogen from air, offering the possibility of a hydrogen fuel supply […]
1st September 2022

Become a safer driver with 1st CENTRAL Connect

Want to save on your car insurance while also improving your driving skills? We’ve got just the thing. 1ST CENTRAL Connect, our brand new telematics technology, […]