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More 20mph speed limits in Glasgow despite UK Government’s ‘Plan for Drivers’

More 20mph speed limits in Glasgow despite UK Government’s ‘Plan for Drivers’
Almost 4,000 additional streets in Glasgow will get a 20mph speed limit, with introductions set to be phased
UK new car buyers love a Mercedes-Benz but Ford is favourite when used

UK new car buyers love a Mercedes-Benz but Ford is favourite when used
Data from YouGov’s BrandIndex shows that Mercedes-Benz is a top choice with new car buyers, with used buyers favouring Ford
On-street Electric Vehicle charging slips off the political agenda for 2 May polls

On-street Electric Vehicle charging slips off the political agenda for 2 May polls
Voters rate council support for EV owners poorly, but election candidates aren’t addressing the issue
UK diesel car market to be “decimated” in 4 years, due to EV laws 

UK diesel car market to be “decimated” in 4 years, due to EV laws
Diesel car market share will fall to as little as three per cent in the next four years due to the “legislative direction” around zero-emissions vehic…
Stable charging costs make EVs look cheaper as petrol prices rise

Stable charging costs make EVs look cheaper as petrol prices rise
The cost of EV charging has remained consistent in the last month, despite surging prices of petrol and diesel.
What is a smart motorway? Speed cameras, safety concerns and hard shoulder use explained

What is a smart motorway? Speed cameras, safety concerns and hard shoulder use explained
Smart motorways are meant to be a cost-effective way of increasing road capacity, but how do you use them and how safe are they?
New Private Parking Code of Practice to enforce grace period for parking fines

New Private Parking Code of Practice to enforce grace period for parking fines
The British Parking Association has announced that it will implement a new Code of Practice for private car parks later this year, with changes to boo…
Record complaints about car repairers blamed on cost-of-living crisis by garage watchdog

Record complaints about car repairers blamed on cost-of-living crisis by garage watchdog
The Motor Ombudsman has recorded its highest quarterly number of complaints about garage repairs, with rising financial pressures cited as the driving…
Faulty smart motorway tech putting drivers in danger

Faulty smart motorway tech putting drivers in danger
BBC’s Panorama finds smart motorway tech is putting drivers at risk every day, with 397 power outages in last two years
Labour to U-turn on 20mph speed limit in Wales after harsh criticism

Labour to U-turn on 20mph speed limit in Wales after harsh criticism
Wales’ Transport Secretary, Ken Skates says Labour will reverse its blanket 20mph rules “as soon as we can”
Government says ‘no’ to new cash incentives for electric car buyers

Government says ‘no’ to new cash incentives for electric car buyers
A Lords Committee report backing car-makers’ calls for discounts to boost EV sales falls on deaf ears
Tesla slashes Supercharger membership cost with 42 sites now open to all EVs

Tesla slashes Supercharger membership cost with 42 sites now open to all EVs
Tesla has cut the costs of its Supercharger Membership, which grants access to lower charging rates, by £2 per month
Food or car insurance? Tough choices for low income households as costs spiral

Food or car insurance? Tough choices for low income households as costs spiral
Citizens Advice has told parliament’s Treasury Committee that people of colour pay, on average, £250 more for car insurance
Eyesight requirements for driving: UK eyesight rules explained 

Eyesight requirements for driving: UK eyesight rules explained
What is the minimum vision standard required to drive on UK roads? And how can you check your own eyesight before driving? Our handy guide has you cov…
Banks told to brace for billions in potential car finance scandal payouts

Banks told to brace for billions in potential car finance scandal payouts
The FCA is investigating now-banned ‘discretionary commission arrangements’, which could result in huge compensation payouts for motorists
Real-world car emissions and fuel economy are 20% worse than advertised figures

Real-world car emissions and fuel economy are 20% worse than advertised figures
European Commission has found that, on average, most cars are far less fuel efficient and environmentally friendly than official WLTP test results sug…
‘Greedy’ UK car insurers blamed as soaring premiums far exceed rise in payouts

‘Greedy’ UK car insurers blamed as soaring premiums far exceed rise in payouts
Do modest price rises abroad - as low as 2 per cent in France - prove car insurance companies are ripping-off British drivers?
New ‘24’ plate boosts UK new car sales in March after “two tough years”

New ‘24’ plate boosts UK new car sales in March after “two tough years”
According to the SMMT, over 300,000 new cars have received the new ‘24’ registration plate so far, with new car sales up 10% year-on-year
Continual rises in fuel prices causing “misery at the pumps”

Continual rises in fuel prices causing “misery at the pumps”
New RAC and CMA data shows rises in fuel prices and retailer margins since the beginning of the year
Tesla stock prices tumble as Elon Musk’s EV firm sees worst sales since 2022

Tesla stock prices tumble as Elon Musk’s EV firm sees worst sales since 2022
Tesla has reported its first year-on-year drop in sales since 2020, with stock prices dropping as much as 5% as a result
Government to investigate car headlight glare as drivers report being dazzled

Government to investigate car headlight glare as drivers report being dazzled
Almost nine-in-ten drivers think car headlights are too bright and now the Government says it’s looking into the matter
Road tax set to rise in April: here’s how much more you’ll pay

Road tax set to rise in April: here’s how much more you’ll pay
Drivers with newer cars will now pay £10 more per year, although the biggest gas guzzlers fare even worse
Eggs-perts warn of Easter weekend traffic ‘carmageddon’

Eggs-perts warn of Easter weekend traffic ‘carmageddon’
Current estimates suggest over 14 million journeys will be completed as the Easter weekend and school holidays clash
‘Secret’ UK courts are fast-tracking speeding fines say magistrates

‘Secret’ UK courts are fast-tracking speeding fines say magistrates
New guidance from Magistrates’ Association calls for reform and aims to expose ‘secret’ Single Justice Procedure system
Low on stock: Only 1-in-10 UK supermarkets offer electric car charging

Low on stock: Only 1-in-10 UK supermarkets offer electric car charging
A survey by Zap-Map and the RAC reveals only 13% of supermarkets are equipped with EV chargers, despite a 59% increase in the past year
Mis-sold car finance scandal: could you be due compensation?

Mis-sold car finance scandal: could you be due compensation?
Did you buy a car on finance between April 2007 and January 2021? You could be owed thousands!
Hydrogen and efuel cars can help save the European auto industry, says Renault boss

Hydrogen and efuel cars can help save the European auto industry, says Renault boss
Renault boss, Luca de Meo’s strategy to save Europe’s car industry includes a bigger role for hydrogen
Low Traffic Neighbourhoods: many residents unaware of multi-million pound ‘cash cows’

Low Traffic Neighbourhoods: many residents unaware of multi-million pound ‘cash cows’
58 per cent of residents don’t know they’re in an LTN, while less than a quarter say they improve air quality or encourage cycling
HS2 funds can’t solve UK’s £16.3 billion pothole problem

HS2 funds can’t solve UK’s £16.3 billion pothole problem
The Asphalt Industry Alliance’s annual report suggests UK roads are at “breaking point”, despite extra cash promised by the government
Jaguar I-Pace owners angry as firm cuts smart charging access

Jaguar I-Pace owners angry as firm cuts smart charging access
Surprise new security measures mean smart chargers can no longer talk to JLR cars, making smart tariffs untenable
No full inquiry into UK car insurance costs but regulator will ‘assess state of the market’

No full inquiry into UK car insurance costs but regulator will ‘assess state of the market’
The Financial Conduct Authority maintains that the insurance market is ‘competitive’, in spite of driver fury over price hikes
What is middle-lane hogging?

What is middle-lane hogging?
If the surveys are to be believed, almost nothing annoys motorists like middle-lane hogging. Here’s the lowdown on what it is and why you really shoul…
Middle lane-hogging and tailgating targeted by new £1.5m campaign 

Middle lane-hogging and tailgating targeted by new £1.5m campaign
National Highways aims to raise the profile of the two problems most likely to aggravate drivers on UK roads
Exclusive: Some Chinese cars ‘almost uninsurable’ as parts and repair support falters

Exclusive: Some Chinese cars ‘almost uninsurable’ as parts and repair support falters
Parts shortages and a lack of technical support are giving insurance underwriters the jitters when it comes to the new wave of Chinese cars hitting th…
'Budget 2024 missed the big chance to incentivise EVs and stop the blizzard of cheap Chinese car imports’

'Budget 2024 missed the big chance to incentivise EVs and stop the blizzard of cheap Chinese car imports’
Quentin Willson of FairCharge thinks the failure to support the UK electric car industry in the 2024 budget could have far-reaching effects as cheap C…
No EV incentives in 2024 budget, but fuel duty’s frozen again

No EV incentives in 2024 budget, but fuel duty’s frozen again
The Chancellor extends the 5p fuel duty cut, but ignores industry calls for tax handouts to electric car buyers