Average age of UK cars reaches record high of almost 10 years

The average age of cars on UK roads has reached a record high of nearly 10 years, according to new analysis (Ben Birchall/PA) - (PA Wire)

The average age of cars on UK roads has reached a record high of nearly 10 years, sparking environmental fears.

Motoring research charity the RAC Foundation, which conducted the research, said drivers are benefiting from the improved “build-quality” of modern cars, but this is “bad news for the environment” as it is slowing the switch to electric models.