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China bans hidden 'pop-out' car door handles popularised by Tesla as part of new safety

A lack of council and central government funding for EV charge points is stalling EV charging network rollout, research shows.

An increasing number of drivers admit they feel nervous or anxious driving on 'smart' motorways - high speed roads with no hard shoulder.

Motoring groups have celebrated the official launch of the Fuel Finder Scheme saying it should be 'the start of the journey to cheaper fuel prices around the UK'.

Biggest new car discounts revealed: Dealers are knocking thousands off these 17 popular

Focused specifically on research and development, the site isn't expected to build any vehicles with production retained in its home nation.

BYD is the largest EV maker in the world and taking the UK by storm. It's new plug-in hybrid Sealion 5 DM-i model is here. But can it impress as well as deliver an affordable £29,995 starting price?

Volvo tells customers to not charge their electric SUVs above 70% due to battery 'fire

Jaguar has moved to quash rumours that it is considering a U-turn on its all-electric reboot by releasing images of its forthcoming luxury four-door GT being tested.

A litre of petrol at UK forecourts has fallen to an average of 131.91p in recent days, the RAC said. The last time the fuel was cheaper was in July 2021, when it averaged 131.81p per litre.

Is Tesla turning its back on electric cars? Musk's firm stops producing pioneering Model S

A study has also identified just how much more vulnerable to crime people living - or regularly driving and parking - in urban areas are compared to those living in the suburbs or out in the country.

Dashcam footage shows one of London's first driverless taxis running a red light as it drove the tech firm's boss to Buckingham Palace to receive a gong for services to artificial intelligence.

I've driven King Charles' new £140k Chinese electric hyper-SUV - here's what it's really

Just 764,715 vehicles - 717,371 cars (-8%) and 47,344 vans (-62%) - rolled off assembly lines in 2025 - the lowest volume since post-war 1952.

The former Top Gear presenter and motoring enthusiast is selling four of his prized motors next month - including a Fast Ford and a pre-war touring car.

Chery - which is China's largest car exporter - is in talks to utilise a JLR site which is operating at 'undercapacity' to build its own brand cars, according to reports.

The company saw its total revenue fall by 3 per cent in 2025 while profits tumbled by a massive 61 per cent, as Tesla announced it would no longer build its Model S and Model X cars.

Ineos Grenadier gets an upgrade for 2026: Has a steering overhaul finally made Sir Jim Ratcliffe's go-anywhere off-roader better to drive on the road?

Kevin Rees, 63, is facing jail after his 'low-sophistication' device exploded in Willersley Avenue, Sidcup on December 6, 2023.

The vehicles, designed to be fully autonomous taxis with no-one in the driver's seat, are currently being tested in London ahead of a targeted rollout by the fourth quarter of 2026.

Triumph's new Bonneville bikes merge classic looks with the latest technology: We put them

In its 2024 manifesto pledge, Labour promised to fix 'an additional one million potholes in England in each year of the next parliament'. Data suggests it is well short of that target in 2025-26.

It will see newly qualified motorists under the age of 24 face a six-month period of restricted driving at night, an age limit on passengers who can travel in their cars and a host of other rules.

Residents say the 'undriveable' road has been allowed to fall into a state of permanent disrepair because no authority will fix it.

Used electric vehicles (EVs) now offer buyers the best value over the entire lifetime of the car, a study claims.

Could Jaguar U-turn on its all-electric future? Car maker said to be 'exploring the

The Energy and Climate Intelligence Unit said motorists are being told their annual fuel bills per annum will amount to around £530 but the reality is they will be coughing up £985 a year.

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The concerning figures come as ministers consult on lowering the drink-drive threshold from 35mcg per 100ml of breath to 22mcg.

We drive the cheapest Tesla Model Y - can the new £42k 'Standard' fix the brand's

Volvo has boldly claimed that it 'sets a new standard for its segment' and hailed it as the model to 'solve the top customer concerns for buying an electric car'.

BMW's electric iX3 SUV has claimed the coveted honour of being the 2026 Car of the Year at the annual 'Motoring Oscars'. The second-generation EV has a range of 500 miles and 400kW charging.

The chargers represent a huge step forward in terms of shortening EV charging times, with compatible cars able to add 250 miles to a battery in just five minutes.

The 77-year-old monarch and Camilla were driven in the Royal Claret motor for the Sunday Church service in Sandringham this morning.

I've driven the Chinese EVs taking Britain by storm... here are the best five - and one to

As I cruised down a dual carriageway the other day, my mind was a long way from the road - and miles further still from where I was meant to be going.

Kenny Dalglish and former Archbishop of Canterbury Justin Welby are just two of more than a million motorists who have fallen foul of recently introduced 20mph limits.

Modern classic Ferrari prices go into overdrive after five 'halo' cars from the 1980s to

Ministry of Justice figures obtained by a road safety charity suggest there were 3,193 drug-drive incidents in 2024 by motorists who had committed the same offence previously, up from 2,579 in 2023

Transport secretary Heidi Alexander this week ordered an independent review into errors that 'resulted in a number of people incorrectly facing enforcement action for speeding'.

Fury has erupted among motorists after yellow box junctions branded 'cash cows' brought in £450,000 in fines over eight months, despite the Lib Dem council maintaining they comply with the law.

Journeys of 1km (0.6 miles) in Central London in 2025 took an average of three minutes and 40 seconds in 2025 - up 2% from the previous year, TomTom said.

Used EV price crash: Some lost a quarter of their value in 2025 - here are the 10 biggest

The compact electric vehicle was China's most popular new model in 2025, with the company selling 465,775 examples in the calendar year.

One in six drivers say they've almost been involved in crashes due to faded road markings, according to a new survey of motorists.

Electric cars will overtake number of diesels on our roads by 2030, says new analysis
With sales of new diesels shrinking significantly since the 2015 emissions cheating scandal and the Government introducing binding EV sales targets between now and 2035 to increase uptake, a think tank has projected that battery models will overtake the traditional fuel type sooner than you might expect. Registered diesel cars on the road fell to 9.9million in June last year, which is 21% down on the diesel peak of 12.4million motors, the report found. In contrast, there are believed to be approximately 1.7 million EVs registered today. However, despite this sizable gap in the number of cars on the road, EV-promoting think tank New AutoMotive has calculated that - based on continued declines in sales of new diesel cars and the growth of the EV market - electric vehicle numbers will overtake diesels by 2030.

On average, EV batteries lose just over 2% of their capacity a year, a new study has found. But there is a detrimental impact to battery lifespan for those who regularly use rapid and ultra-rapid chargers.

We all rely upon insurance companies to sell us effective financial cover against misfortune, yet sometimes their actions don't paint the industry in a terribly good light.

The German Government will discount the price of new electric and plug-in hybrid cars to boost sales - and the savings are significantly larger than those Britons are being offered.

David Miller, 49, was furious after finding a parking ticket on his Jaguar F-Type, which he had left on the six metre long tarmac outside the gate of his home in Chester, Cheshire.

Most popular colours for new cars revealed - and a bold tone stages a comback

Those watching the firm's decline had called on Mayor of London Sadiq Khan to do more to support car clubs. It had also begged for relief from the Congestion Charge.

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Ken Hadley, 51, claims his life was at the mercy of his VW ID.5 as it veered across a three-lane road into the left-hand reservation before swerving back again and into the right-hand side.

This iconic sixties British car is being reborn - and it WON'T be electric

Tina and John Griffin were stuck when the severe storm knocked out the power in their area earlier this month, leaving them without electricity. But their Renault 5 EV came to the rescue...

Like millions of other UK motorists, Jack Burke has fallen foul of the lowered speed limit on our roads - but he believes that safety isn't the only reason for introducing it

Around 400,000 vehicles per year in France use 'temporary' trade plates while awaiting full registration - but they have been increasingly used for fraudulent purposes.

Mary Sonquit, 25, from Maidstone, had only just finished a late shift when she was woken and handed the keys to a 195mph Aston Martin Vantage.

Best used electric cars for less than £10,000 with a decent range: Our EV expert reveals

To mark National Pothole Day today, the AA revealed that it attended a daily average of 1,681 pothole call-outs last year - though this was 5 per cent down on 2024.

Fiat boss says that won't stop the Italian firm producing them - as exciting models in the pipeline prove.

Electric Mercedes with massive range takes coveted European Car of the Year award - but

A study by AutoTrader has found that less than half of sub-£40k households are considering an EV as their next car, with price still the biggest hurdle.

Dacia will be the first car brand to offer customers two cheap city EVs at the same time. Dacia's new £15,000 EV will be revealed soon and will share a platform with the Renault Twingo.

The European Commission has published guidance that would see Chinese EV makers set minimum prices for their electric vehicles.

Tandridge District Council filed an application for a Public Space Protection Order (PSPO) on Monday after complaints about the actions of motorists.

Some UK petrol stations will stop selling diesel in 2030 due to lack of demand, thinktank

Andreu Silivaniuk, 34, attempted to sneak an estimated £2.7million worth of cigarettes into Britain, hidden inside Bentley car parts.

A fancy touchscreen in your new car might seem like the height of luxury, but experts warn that it could be putting you in serious danger.

Ten classic cars likely to rise in value in 2026, picked by one of the industry's leading

The Government is could make EV charging on the public network cheaper by clashing VAT by 15%. The aim is to stop EV demand being killed from pay-per-mile tax in 2028.

The new traffic light rating system grades town halls on road conditions as well as how effectively they are spending maintenance funding.

As 1.6m Britons await the outcome of the 'Dieselgate 2' group action, Rupa Huq, Labour MP for Ealing Central and Acton says its now time for Government to get tough on car makers who fit defeat devices.

Holiday Extras has issued its top tips to avoid fees - including making use of free airport shuttles, long stay car parks and alternative parking options in the wider area.

Most affordable Tesla yet: Struggling US EV maker launches cut-price Model 3 Standard

Only 628 public chargers were installed in December, taking the total added last year to 14,097, according to industry group Zapmap. That was 30 per cent down on 2024.

Ministers have announced that fossil fuel-powered trucks will no longer be sold and have ruled out allowing the continued use of low-carbon or synthetic fuels.

Drivers lost £3.6m in unused Dart Charge payments in two years - and the DfT pocketed

UK drivers would be subject to the French legal system, potentially including a fine of up to £3,250, the immediate confiscation of their car and a three-month prison sentence.

At least 14 drivers had their wheels mangled in one evening by a lethal pothole hidden on a motorway slip road.

Residents in Lewisham claim the new traffic calming measures breach the council's own recommended height limit.

An average of ten a month are given community service orders, suspended sentences or fines instead of being sent to prison for triggering killer car crashes.

China stamps its footprint on UK car market selling nearly 200,000 vehicles in 2025 - is a

What are the absolute essentials every driver needs to know - and do - as winter weather arrives across the country and snow is causing travel chaos?

I have always owned a car and paid for its servicing and repairs, while keeping a full service history. But the worsening economic climate is tempting many motorists to skimp on vital maintenance.

Fines for parking on the pavement are on the way as Labour gives councils new powers

The full reveal will happen on 21 January but here's what we know.

The Korean brand is the latest to launch a new compact-size electric car with a low start price. Here's what we know about it so far.

The SUV is expected to be produced at Honda's Ohio factory and shares much of its styling with the clean - and somewhat clinical - Afeela 1 saloon.

JLR said that the cyber- attack which hit production lines, forcing it to shut down all of its factories in Britain and overseas, has cost billions of pounds in sales.

What Labour's road safety strategy means for YOU - from mandatory over 70s eye tests to

Penny Ballinger, from Drybrook, Forest of Dean, erected the signs after three car crashes took place outside her home.

Roy Sanders, 73, was wrongly slapped with £240 worth of penalty notices after taking his wife Judy, 70, to appointments at Russells Hall Hospital, in Dudley West Midlands.

Best-selling new cars of 2025: These are the 10 models Britons bought most last year

Chinese car giant BYD has cemented itself in the UK as the biggest seller of 'electrified' vehicles It sold more EVs and plug-in hybrids than any other brand. Globally BYD outsold Tesla in EVs.

The market share of battery-driven cars rose to 23.4%, or 473,340 vehicles, but that fell short of the government's 28% goal for 2025, industry figures showed.

Motorists aged 70 and above can no longer self-report visual diseases to the Driver and Vehicle Licensing Agency ( DVLA) after coroners warned the system could be abused.

Traffic wardens will go on strike for four days in Bromley, London over a pay row - meaning no fines or penalties will be issued.

Have you been defrosting your car all wrong? Here's how to do it without damaging your

The popular car maker has rung in the new year by slashing the price of its entire electric vehicle range in an effort to encourage sales amid slowing EV demand.

A classic car can be an investment as well as a purchase of passion - but only if you buy the right model at the most opportune moment.

Brand new cars coming in 2026: Our A-Z preview begins - from BMW to Volkswagen
With a new year comes a fresh batch of cars hitting showrooms for the first time. And 2026's arrivals are predominately EVs. And prices are dropping too with cheaper entrants to the market. But some are high end as well. Here are 13 models to look out for.

Brand new cars coming in 2026: Our A-Z preview Part 2 - from Bentley to new Chinese brand
With a new year comes a fresh batch of cars hitting showrooms for the first time. And 2026's arrivals are predominately EVs. But ther are some new Chinese brands and some performance GTs to enjoy. Here are the second lot of 13 models to look out for.

Top 10 hypermiling tips to help you save money on fuel costs
ELECTRIC CAR REVOLUTION

The most and least reliable electric cars named and shamed

Peugeot is trying to catch the premium electric SUV buyer with its Dual Motor e-3008 model. But with a £50k-plus price tag for a car with only over 300 miles of range, is it really a family buy?

Every year more EVs arrive on the new car market, and 2026 is no different. Many famous nameplates are going electric - from Porsche Cayenne to Renault Twingo. Here are 10.

In a major climbdown, the European Commission confirmed car makers will no longer be forced to sell only zero-emissions vehicles.

The Tesla Model Y rival is not just cheaper to buy but can charge from 10-80% in less than a quarter of an hour.
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Jaguar boss says the car maker is '100% committed to its electric future' - we take a ride in the £140k Grand Tourer that triggers its switch to EVs

MG has launched a more premium, slightly more expensive large family SUV. The S6 EV has a range of 329 miles and costs from just under £38k. Is it a step up for MG buyers?

With over 1.4million electric vehicles already on our roads and around 450,000 new battery cars being snapped up in 2025, a major question remains over etiquette when visiting friends and family...

With batteries adding additional bulk, there have been growing concerns that EVs pose a greater risk to pedestrians. A University of Leeds study has analysed UK crash data to find the answers.

Today Ford and Renault have announced a 'strategic partnership' which will see Ford use Renault's Ampere EV platform to build two affordable EVs.

Five major flaws of the pay-per-mile tax on EVs: Motoring editor ROB HULL on the Budget

Electric vehicles will be subject to a mileage-based charge from April 2028 in a move that's been slammed by the motoring industry as 'confusing'.

We shouldn't be surprised by the Chancellor's tax on electric cars - this Government has been deploying a 'giveth with one hand and taketh with the other' approach to EVs for 18 months.

Tesla has brought its Model Y Standard - a more 'affordable' entry-level version of the SUV - to the UK. It's on sale now, with deliveries expected from February.

This is Money has been crunching the numbers to reveal the impact eVED would have on annual electric car ownership bills - and how it compares to running a petrol equivalent.
ON THE ROAD: NEW CARS AND TESTS

Six popular cars that have been KILLED OFF in 2025 - including Britain's second most-owned

In April, Labour stopped double cabs from being treated as commericial vehicles, and instead they are being treated as cars.

While always considered a stepping stone from ownership of a traditional petrol or diesel car, hybrids are hugely popular.

SUVs are the most popular car type in the UK, outselling the supermini. But are they reliable to own or will they suffer faults and be expensive to repair? Here are the models you can count on...

One of the most overlooked factors when looking at running costs to choose a next car is depreciation. Yet this could ultimately have the biggest hit on your bank account.

Last ever petrol Jaguar: Final F-Pace SUV rolled off the UK assembly line on Friday ahead

Dacia, the budget Romanian car maker, has announced refreshed Sandero and Spring models for 2026. With comprehensive upgrades how much will the new models cost?

Launched by the Italian firm in response to lacklustre demand for its electric 500 city car, the new 500 Hybrid is due to hit UK roads early next year with a 0-62mph time of 17.3 seconds.

The DVLA has released its bi-annual list of number plates it deems too rude or offensive for the road - and the '26' list is 403 strong. Here's the full list...

UK buyers will have to wait more than a year for the sixth generation to arrive. Ray Massey casts his verdict in his review.

CARS & MOTORING: ON TEST

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Six Chinese car that are cheaper 'Temu' alternatives to luxury favourites from the likes

The Jaecoo 7 is being dubbed the 'Temu Range Rover' online. And the cheap Chinese luxury SUV has become a UK best seller.

With Chinese cars growing in popularity, Vauxhall is fighting back with its own keenly-priced family car. Motoring Editor Rob Hull tested the Frontera Hybrid and Electric - here's which one he recommends.

Having amassed over 12 million global sales since it first hit showrooms in 1998 as the direct replacement for the Escort, it is the second most common car on UK roads behind only the Ford Fiesta.

The increase in size of new cars is raising serious questions about road safety, urban usability, and environmental impact. But just how much have cars grown in the last half a century or so?
CLASSIC CARS AND AUCTIONS

The most expensive cars sold at auction in 2025 revealed

Welshman John Williams - a welder and garage owner by trade - was just 18 when, in 1972, he set himself the target of buying his dream car: an Aston Martin DB5.

These cars are easy to use on a daily basis, but old enough to offer more engagement and entertainment than many modern equivalents.

With Britons preparing to protect their savings from a tax-raising Autumn Budget, a classic car could be a far more interesting alternative to piling money into cash and investment Isas or pensions.

Having bought the worn down 2007 diesel Range Rover on eBay last year, the owner later stumbled on hallmarks of a Royal motor.

Back to school motors: As kids return from summer holidays, these are some of the best

Senna's win at the 1991 Brazilian Grand Prix is unquestionably the Formula One legend's most emotional - and arguably the most important - of his 41 career victories.

The 2013 Bentley Mulsanne, used by the Monarch for multiple official engagements when he was the Prince of Wales, is predicted to fetch between £80,000 to £100,000

The Pink Floyd Edition Golf Cabriolet Mk3 is a limited run of special edition cars VW produced to mark its sponsorship of major European rock tours in the 1990s.

The Mr Bean actor, 70, is a well-known car enthusiast who owns a collection of high-performance and luxury cars, but will now part ways with his vintage Jaguar E-Type.

The 50 greatest British cars of all time ranked by experts - do YOU agree with all their

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Allan Symes, 50, from just outside York is the owner of one of just two surviving UK-registered examples of the 'worst car in history'.

When the hammer drops at a classic car sale in the capital next month, this plate could double the current record price paid for a UK registration to date.

What is the most money ever spent on a motor car sold at auction? Here's the top 10 countdown of models to change hands for the biggest sums when hammers dropped in auction rooms.

Everyone remembers the cars their parents had when they were kids. On Father's Day, we celebrate the motors dads across Britain were driving in the 1970s, '80s and '90s.
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