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Coronavirus no barrier to getting cars MOT’d and serviced, say drivers

Half of drivers still plan on getting their car serviced as normal, despite COVID-19 Quarter of drivers surveyed unaware of the current six-month MOT extension RAC launches COVID-19 code of conduct for its garage network; majority offer collection and delivery service
Drivers remain committed to keeping their vehicles properly maintained through the coronavirus pandemic, with relatively few i

RAC reacts to reports the UK Government is considering a scrappage scheme to encourage the take-up of ultra-low emission vehicles

RAC reacts to reports the UK Government is considering a scrappage scheme to encourage the take-up of ultra-low emission vehicles

Responding to reports that the UK Government is considering a new scrappage scheme to encourage the take-up of hybrid and electric vehicles, RAC head of roads policy Nicholas Lyes said: “Incentivising the take-up of cleaner vehicle technology might be the game-changing boost the automotive sector needs. Drivers’ concerns about emissions are becoming ever stronger and interest in zero-emission vehi

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RAC data confirms car use is rising despite the lockdown

Figures show a steady increase breakdowns and average miles driven per day since the lockdown, while more than a third of drivers say they are using their vehicles more for food shopping as well as trips to DIY stores

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