Man dies in Southall house fire on Queens Road
A man has died after a house fire on Queens Road in Southall. London Fire Brigade rescued him from a first-floor bedroom, but he was pronounced dead at the scene. The cause is under investigation.
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London Congestion Charge Changes for 2026 Revealed
Electric vehicles will no longer be exempt from London's Congestion Charge from January 2026. Find out how the new fees and discounts will affect drivers.
£1.5bn EV subsidy boost announced by Reeves
Chancellor Rachel Reeves unveils a £1.5bn package for electric vehicle grants and charging points, aiming to boost the UK's EV market despite concerns over a proposed pay-per-mile tax.
Cigarette Fire Warning After North London Rescue
A woman was rescued from a North London house fire believed to be caused by a cigarette. The London Fire Brigade issues a vital safety warning to all smokers.
O2 enhances mobile coverage on major UK motorways
Virgin Media O2 announces major 4G and 5G upgrades across 590 miles of UK roads, including the M1 and M4. This £700m investment, alongside new EV chargers, aims to improve safety and reliability for drivers. Discover the full story.
Free AI Vendor Risk Scoring Tool Launched by Complyance
Complyance revolutionises vendor risk management with free AI-powered scoring tool, making enterprise-level due diligence accessible to all businesses.
Dunelm's 3p/hour Electric Throw Cuts Heating Bills
Stay warm this winter with Dunelm's cosy electric throw. It costs less than 3p an hour to run and shoppers say it's so effective they don't need central heating.
3p per mile EV charge planned from 2028
Chancellor Rachel Reeves considers 3p per mile tax for electric vehicles from 2028 to address falling fuel duty revenue. Find out how this affects drivers.
BMW i7 2025 Review: Electric Luxury with Cinema Experience
The 2025 BMW i7 electric saloon offers unparalleled luxury with its 31.3-inch Theatre Screen and 372-mile range. Discover why this £143,530 flagship challenges Mercedes-Benz EQS.
Man dies after East London house fire
A man has died following a house fire in Romsey Road, Dagenham. London Fire Brigade and Met Police are investigating the cause of the blaze. Sign up for daily East London updates.
Octopus EV gets £500m funding to expand electric fleet
Octopus EV secures £500m financing from major lenders, boosting its war chest to £2bn. The expansion will grow its UK electric vehicle fleet from 40,000 to 75,000 cars. Discover how this fuels the UK's EV revolution.
DVLA alert: 500,000 drivers risk £1,000 fine
The DVLA has issued an urgent warning to nearly half a million motorists driving untaxed vehicles. Avoid a £1,000 penalty by checking your vehicle tax status online now.
Major fire at Exeter City FC's St James Park stadium
A huge fire tore through Exeter City FC's stadium, damaging a stand recently part of a £3.4m redevelopment. Emergency services battled the blaze overnight. Read the latest updates.
Electric car tax debate: Road tolls vs pay-per-mile
As Rachel Reeves considers pay-per-mile tax for electric vehicles, motorists propose fairer alternatives including road toll systems and progressive taxation based on vehicle size.
Firefighter rescues 7 from e-bike battery fire
A London firefighter saved a family of seven from a ferocious e-bike battery fire in his first week on the job. Learn about the dangers of lithium-ion batteries and essential safety tips.
Woman dies in house fire in South West London
A woman has tragically died following a house fire on Broome Road in Hampton, South West London. The London Fire Brigade is investigating the cause of the blaze.
3p Per Mile EV Tax Plan in Autumn Budget
Chancellor Rachel Reeves may introduce a 3p pay-per-mile charge for electric vehicles in the Autumn Budget. Learn how this new road pricing rule could impact drivers and the UK's transition to EVs.
Pay-Per-Mile Road Tax Plan for UK Drivers
Labour's proposed pay-per-mile road tax system could revolutionise how British motorists are charged, with Rachel Reeves considering a major overhaul of current vehicle taxation.
British Army's Ajax Vehicle: Worth the £5.5bn Price Tag?
The British Army's new Ajax fighting vehicles face intense scrutiny as noise injuries, delays and budget overruns plague the troubled defence programme. Are these high-tech machines worth their staggering price tag?
Denmark rushes to fix Chinese electric bus security flaw
Danish authorities scramble to patch security vulnerabilities in Chinese-made electric buses that could allow remote access to critical systems, raising national security concerns across Europe.
Major Greenwich Blaze: 70 Firefighters Battle Rooftop Fire
Dramatic scenes unfolded in Greenwich as seventy firefighters tackled a massive rooftop fire that sent plumes of smoke across southeast London. Emergency services remain on scene.
Amazon rolls out UK's largest electric truck fleet
Amazon unveils Britain's biggest electric heavy goods vehicle fleet in London, featuring state-of-the-art DAF lorries and charging infrastructure at its new fulfilment centre.
London Fire Brigade's urgent electrical safety warning
London Fire Brigade sounds alarm over dangerous electrical habits after responding to multiple serious fires across the capital. Essential safety tips revealed.
Family cat dies in devastating West London house fire
A heartbreaking incident in West London as a family cat dies in a six-pump fire emergency. The devastating blaze in a residential property has left the community in shock.
Dacia Bigster: £25K Hybrid SUV Set for 2025
Discover how Dacia's revolutionary Bigster SUV combines hybrid technology with unprecedented affordability, challenging the entire car industry with its bold £25,000 price target.
Suzuki e-Vitara: Electric SUV Off-Road Review
Discover how Suzuki's new all-electric e-Vitara combines rugged off-road capability with zero emissions for the ultimate eco-friendly adventure vehicle.
Notting Hill Inferno: 100 Firefighters Battle Blaze
A massive fire has engulfed a residential property in London's exclusive Notting Hill, with nearly 100 firefighters working through the night to contain the devastating blaze that sent plumes of smoke across west London.
Five teens arrested in Devon house fire murder probe
A devastating house fire in Sidmouth, Devon has turned into a murder investigation with five teenagers in custody as police probe the suspicious blaze that destroyed a residential property.
Five teens arrested after fatal London house fire
Metropolitan Police confirm five arrests following devastating residential fire in Plumstead that resulted in one fatality, with investigation ongoing into suspected arson.
Digital tools transform UK breakdown services for EV era
New research reveals British drivers are embracing digital tools and specialised EV breakdown services, transforming how we handle roadside emergencies in the electric vehicle era.
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