New-style UK driving licences and number plates unveiled
UK driving licences and number plates have been given a makeover to mark the UK’s exit from the EU. The EU flag has been removed from all UK driving licences and number plate designs, with the first batches issued from 1 January 2021. While existing licences and number plates will still be valid, the new versions will be issued to everyone renewing […]
EU automotive leaders unite against ‘no deal’ Brexit
The European automotive industry has made a united call for the UK and the EU to avoid a ‘no deal’ Brexit. The joint move comes from the lead organisations representing vehicle and parts manufacturers across the EU, including the European Automobile Manufacturers Association (ACEA) and European Association of Automotive Suppliers (CLEPA), as well as 21 […]
EU backs new vehicle safety standards
The European Parliament has given the green light to new minimum EU vehicle safety requirements that will come into force from 2022. The vote by the full parliament, at its last session of this mandate, follows a provisional deal reached by the EU institutions last month. According to the final deal on the legislation, new […]
