News & Blog
Stay up to date with all things Payment Assist, from market insights and our customer ‘saved the day’ stories to practical ‘how‑to’ guides that help you stay safe and roadworthy.
- Car Repairs, Finance
How Will the Autumn Budget Affect Car Costs?
How will the Autumn Budget affect car costs? See what’s changing for fuel duty, road tax and electric car tax, and when you’ll start to notice.
- Car Repairs, Finance
Does Spreading the Cost of Car Repairs Affect Your Credit Score?
Does buy now, pay later affect your credit score? Learn how credit checks work and what on-time or missed payments mean for your credit file.
- Car Repairs, Finance
Should I Choose a Garage Based on Reviews?
Should I choose a garage based on reviews? Here, we talk about how to read them, spot fakes and what else to check before booking.
- Car Repairs, Finance
Independent Garages Vs Main Dealers And What Drivers Value Most
Independent garage vs main dealer differences explained: what UK drivers value and how dealers can win more work.
- Car Repairs, Finance
What Makes a Customer Recommend Your Garage?
What makes a customer recommend your garage? Trust, fair pricing and flexible finance turn jobs into loyal referrals.
- Car Repairs, Finance
The Grey Area: What Car Repairs Aren’t Covered by Insurance?
What car repairs aren't covered by insurance in the UK? The grey area explained, plus what to do when your insurer won't pay for it.
- Finance
Why Simple Car Repair Finance Leads to Faster Approvals
Why simple car repair finance leads to faster approvals: how clarity and a smooth process help drivers say yes sooner.
- Finance
New BNPL Rules for July 2026 Explained: What Drivers Need to Know
New BNPL rules for July 2026 explained: what's changing, why it matters and how the FCA's changes protect UK drivers.
- Finance
Payment Assist Reaches £1 Billion in Customer Advances
Payment Assist has passed £1 billion in customer advances, helping over a million UK motorists spread the cost of essential car repairs.
- Finance
The New Benchmark: How Payment Flexibility Affects Customer Decisions
Find out why garages should offer payment plans to customers and how payment flexibility is quickly becoming a must-have for dealerships across the UK.
- Car Repairs, Finance
Payment Assist is Lowering its Rates to Help Dealerships Grow
Payment Assist has reduced rates to 4.5% across all 3-month plans, helping garages, workshops and tyre fitters boost conversion rates and grow their business. No long-term contracts.
- Finance
How to Choose Car Repair Finance Safely
Not sure how to choose car repair finance safely? Here’s what to look for in a responsible car finance provider before you sign anything.
