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What you need to know about driving in Europe if there is a NO DEAL

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Brexit, it’s unavoidable. Whether you’re on your phone, watching TV or listening to the radio there’s just no ignoring it. However, isn’t this a good thing? I think that most of us would agree that it’s better to be informed on the topic of Brexit than remain blissfully unaware – especially when the outcome is relatively uncertain. One of these potential outcomes is a ‘No-deal Brexit’, which might have huge implications for driving regulations in Europe for us Brits. Here are some of the key things you should know on the subject if we find ourselves in that situation: 1.      You may have to apply for an IDP When the clock strikes midnight on March 29 th 2019, will Britain turn back into the proverbial pumpkin? Well, probably not, but if you want to drive around in Europe after a No-deal you will have to buy a 1949 Geneva Convention on Road Traffic IDP or a 1968 Vienna Convention on Road Traffic IDP. If you’re going to go on holiday or plan a business ...

What Brexit means for the automotive industry

As the second largest car manufacturer in Europe, Britain is prime territory for the automotive industry, which will be watching closely to see how the winds of change are blowing. The dramatic plunge in value of the pound, and market fluctuations, have worried many forecasters, although others predict the effects are likely to only be a minor blip – mainly because the automotive industry is so global. Of the automotive giants, most have said that they have not yet made changes to their current plans. Living with Bregret…the UK’s car manufacturers Ford, which has three separate UK plants, has said it will “take whatever action is needed to ensure that our European business remains competitive." Jaguar Land Rover, the UK’s biggest automotive manufacturer, is keen to maintain generous trade arrangements with the EU – which represents around 20% of its market. Meanwhile, French-owned PSA – who own the UK-based Peugeot and Citreon subsidiaries – has threatened possible pricing reconst...