34 h. ago 61 per cent of people have scrapped plans because of car trouble

Experts say problems are more common in the summer

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4 d. ago The simple car hire hack that saves travellers £610 this summer

As thousands head off on their summer holidays, many will want to hire a car to explore the local area. However, recent research from Gigasure found that in many cases, customers will be paying up to £610 more than they need to by purchasing car hire excess insurance from the car rental company. This is often more than the cost to hire the car itself. Gigasure says that purchasing a separate standalone policy saves travellers hundreds of pounds and is urging travellers not to get caught out by car hire companies.

Economics

6 d. ago I tried the £10 Uber steam train experience — and was transported to the golden age of rail travel

A three-course meal on a Golden Arrow dining car, followed by a vineyard tour, all for the cost of a single glass of wine in a London bar? This might be 2025’s hottest ticket, says India Block

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6 d. ago Travel mishap costing British tourists £300 while they're away on holiday

According to the eSim company Airalo, a common travel mishap could potentially add hundreds of extra pounds to your next phone bill - but you can avoid this with one easy fix

Economics

9 d. ago Trump’s tariffs are not only making cars more expensive, but insurance as well

Analysis finds cost of full-coverage car insurance could rise as much as seven percent to an average of $2,472 annually

Politics

1 week ago Tesla’s UK sales fall almost 60% in July as BYD surges; Neil Woodford fined and banned over fund collapse – business live

Rolling coverage of the latest economic and financial newsBritain’s service sector companies were hit by a drop in orders last month, as demand at home and abroad remained sluggish.Service sector growth slowed last month amid a decline in new work, according to the latest survey of purchasing managers from data firm S&P Global.“UK service providers recorded a third consecutive monthly rise in business activity, but they were unable to maintain the growth rate achieved in June.Moreover, new business intakes swung back into contraction during July, with the downturn in order books the fastest for just over two-and-a-half years. Risk aversion and low confidence among clients were the main reasons provided for sluggish sales pipelines, alongside an unfavourable global economic backdrop. Continue reading...

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1 week ago Tesla’s UK sales fall almost 60% in July; Neil Woodford fined and banned over fund collapse – business live

Rolling coverage of the latest economic and financial newsBritain’s service sector companies were hit by a drop in orders last month, as demand at home and abroad remained sluggish.Service sector growth slowed last month amid a decline in new work, according to the latest survey of purchasing managers from data firm S&P Global.“UK service providers recorded a third consecutive monthly rise in business activity, but they were unable to maintain the growth rate achieved in June.Moreover, new business intakes swung back into contraction during July, with the downturn in order books the fastest for just over two-and-a-half years. Risk aversion and low confidence among clients were the main reasons provided for sluggish sales pipelines, alongside an unfavourable global economic backdrop. Continue reading...

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1 week ago Tesla’s UK sales fall almost 60% in July; Trump attacks ‘woke’ JLR as it announces new boss – business live

Rolling coverage of the latest economic and financial newsNewsflash: The UK’s financial regulator has decided to fine former star fund manager Neil Woodford and his investment management company nearly £46m, over the collapse of his popular equity fund.The Financial Conduct Authority says it has decided to fine Woodford £5,888,800 and ban him from holding senior manager roles and managing funds for retail investors.‘Being a leader in financial services comes with responsibilities as well as profile. Mr Woodford simply doesn’t accept he had any role in managing the liquidity of the fund.The very minimum investors should expect is those managing their money make sensible decisions and take their senior role seriously. Neither Neil Woodford nor Woodford Investment Management did so, putting at risk the money people had entrusted them with.’ Continue reading...

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1 week ago BP launches fresh costs review; Trump attacks ‘woke’ JLR as it announces new boss – business live

Rolling coverage of the latest economic and financial newsOvernight, UK luxury-car maker Jaguar Land Rover has named a new CEO – winning a blast from Donald Trump.JLR named P B Balaji, the finance boss of parent company Tata Motors, as its new chief executive, increasing the Indian owner’s influence over the company.The CEO just resigned in disgrace, and the company is in absolute turmoil. Who wants to buy a Jaguar after looking at that disgraceful ad.Shouldn’t they have learned a lesson from Bud Lite, which went Woke and essentially destroyed, in a short campaign, the Company. Continue reading...

Economics

1 week ago 'Squeaking' noise from your car could cost you hundreds but one common fix can make it worse

The noise, also referred to as a squealing sound, shouldn't be ignored, say experts.

Politics

1 week ago Who is eligible for car finance compensation following Supreme Court ruling

Some people may still be eligible for compensation following the Supreme Court's car finance ruling

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