
Guide 26 August 2026 | Shannon Smith O'Connell |
Honda finance customers face a changed redress landscape in 2026. This updated guide explains which historic finance arrangements may be relevant, how Honda PCP claims are assessed, and what the FCA scheme's partial suspension and Upper Tribunal challenges mean for compensation and payment timelines.

News 25 August 2026 | Chris Roy |
A Wiltshire car dealer has been prosecuted following complaints involving faulty and inaccurately described used vehicles. The case highlights the protections available to motorists under the Consumer Rights Act 2015, including rights relating to satisfactory quality, accurate descriptions, repairs and refunds.

News 25 August 2026 | Andrew Franks |
The FCA has issued a fresh warning about high risk loan notes and mini bonds following the collapse of Woodville Consultants. The regulator says investors could lose some or all of their money and may have limited regulatory protection. Woodville raised more than £300 million from investors before entering administration.

Guide 24 August 2026 | Andrew Franks |
The Financial Ombudsman Service is introducing changes to its complaints process from October 2026 as part of wider reforms to the UK financial redress system. The new rules aim to improve consistency and clarify how historic conduct should be assessed. We explain what the reforms could mean for consumers, including those with car finance complaints.

Guide 24 August 2026 | Shannon Smith O'Connell |
The position for Clydesdale Partner Finance customers has changed significantly in 2026. This updated guide explains the history of the Barclays Partner Finance DCA case, how it differs from the current Upper Tribunal challenges, and what the partial suspension of elements of the FCA redress scheme means for car finance claims, compensation and eligibility.

Guide 21 August 2026 | Shannon Smith O'Connell |
CA Auto Finance UK is one of the parties challenging elements of the FCA's motor finance redress scheme. This updated guide explains what that means for a CA Auto Finance claim, including eligibility, commission arrangements, the partial suspension of elements of the scheme and compensation delays. It also covers the Upper Tribunal challenges, which will be heard either between 14 and 18 December 2026 or between 16 and 26 February 2027.

News 20 August 2026 | Andrew Franks |
The FCA has reviewed how motor finance lenders are preparing to deliver its compensation scheme. While most firms showed a good understanding of the requirements, the regulator found that many implementation plans lacked sufficient operational detail. Concerns included historic customer data, automated decisions, compensation calculations, payment controls and quality assurance.

Guide 20 August 2026 | Shannon Smith O'Connell |
Getting approved may have been the main priority when you arranged Blue Motor Finance, but the FCA review raises different questions about what sat behind the agreement. This updated guide explains Blue Motor Finance claims, commission arrangements, eligibility and ineligibility, potential compensation, refund checks and the legal challenges now delaying parts of the FCA scheme. It also covers the Upper Tribunal hearing expected in December 2026 or February 2027 and what the partial suspension means for motorists.

Guide 19 August 2026 | Chris Roy |
You do not necessarily have to return to your original dealership to part exchange a PCP car. Another dealer can potentially settle the outstanding finance as part of the transaction. Before changing cars, it is important to check your PCP settlement figure, understand the vehicle's current value and establish whether you have positive or negative equity.

Guide 19 August 2026 | Shannon Smith O'Connell |
If you arranged Alphera finance through a dealership, the monthly payment may not tell the whole story. The FCA's motor finance scheme examines commission, disclosure and relationships between lenders and brokers that may have influenced historic agreements. This guide explains Alphera finance claims, PCP eligibility, potential compensation, refund checks and what the latest Upper Tribunal proceedings mean for motorists in 2026.