News in October 2009
- 31 Oct 2009SEAT Young Driver programme aims to save livesWhich? looks at a new young driver programme that aims to give 11-16 year olds driving experience before they head out on to the public roads.
- 31 Oct 2009Don't forget small print, says Which? SwitchAround half of energy customers don't bother to properly read the terms and conditions of their contracts - making them more likely to miss potential charges.
- 30 Oct 2009Drivers too keen to cut tyre costsWhich? reports on a new survey that suggests many more drivers are considering part-worn or retread tyres - potentially putting safety at risk.
- 30 Oct 2009Inheritance law under review for unmarried couplesThe Law Commission has published proposals that may give some co-habiting couples inheritance rights, should one partner pass away without leaving a will.
- 30 Oct 2009City regulator needs permanent consumer repsThe City watchdog must have dedicated representatives on its board, says Labour MP Mark Lazarowicz.
- 30 Oct 2009Test your news knowledge with our October quizJust how much do you remember about the headlines from the past month? Find out with our monthly quiz.
- 30 Oct 2009New phone number for easier road tax renewalsThe Vehicle Tax Line, which is open 24 hours a day, seven days a week, can now be reached on: 0300 1234 321.
- 29 Oct 2009Android 2.0 debuts with Google Maps NavigationGoogle has unveiled the operating system Android 2.0, which is the first incarnation to feature Google Maps Navigation that functions as a free sat nav app.
- 29 Oct 2009Male roadside fatalities three times higherWhich? reports on a new study of road deaths, suggesting that men take greater risks after car breakdowns than women.
- 29 Oct 2009Pensions Regulator slams schemes Three-in-ten defined contribution schemes have breached retirement disclosure regulations, according to the Pension Regulator.
- 29 Oct 2009Pension statements aren't clear enoughThe Pensions Income Choice Association has published a paper calling for changes in the way new retirees are dealt with by providers.
- 28 Oct 2009Google PowerMeter launched in UKPowerMeter, the online home electricity monitoring tool from Google, is now available for UK customers.
- 28 Oct 2009VW launches greenest ever GolfVolkswagen has confirmed the specification for its latest Golf Bluemotion - and the stats make impressive reading.
- 28 Oct 2009Online search and shopping 'island' launchedGemsta.com, an online search and shopping website, launched today. Combining virtual reality graphics with easy no-sign up access and a search function accessing its 500 retailers and web searches, Gemsta wants to be a 'visual search destination'.
- 28 Oct 2009Free software downloads could save you a packetSwitch to free software and save £1,000 says Which? Computing
