Zipcar quits UK, leaving carsharing in the slow lane
Zipcar's departure from the UK is a setback for sustainable transport, forcing users back to private cars and highlighting government policy failures. Read the full analysis.
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Terminally ill fan to be sole spectator at Ajax replay
A terminally ill Ajax fan named Peter will be the only supporter allowed into the Amsterdam Arena for the rearranged fixture against Groningen, fulfilling his final wish after Sunday's abandonment.
China's Volvo and Polestar hit by EU 2035 petrol car ban
The EU's 2035 ban on new petrol and diesel cars creates a significant challenge for Chinese-owned Volvo and Polestar. Discover the strategic shifts and potential tariffs impacting these Swedish brands.
Amsterdam Police Report on Football Violence
Amsterdam Police reveal details of violent clashes involving Maccabi Tel Aviv ultras and pro-Palestinian activists during Europa League tie. Read the full investigation.
Germany urges EU to soften 2035 petrol car ban
German Chancellor Friedrich Merz is pushing the EU to reconsider its 2035 combustion engine ban, advocating for hybrid car exemptions to protect jobs and the climate. Read the latest developments.
Per-Mile EV Tax: First Step in Road Tax Reform
The UK government plans to introduce per-mile road pricing for electric vehicles by 2026, marking the first major reform to vehicle taxation in decades. Discover how this will affect drivers.
Army's Ajax vehicle injures troops again
The British Army's £10m Ajax fighting vehicle has caused fresh injuries to 31 soldiers, raising serious questions about safety and accountability in the £5.5bn programme.
Army Pauses Ajax Training as Soldiers Fall Ill
The British Army has paused Ajax armoured vehicle training after noise and vibration made approximately 30 soldiers violently sick. Discover the latest on this troubled £6.3bn programme.
Army Pauses Ajax Use After Soldiers Fall Ill
The British Army halts Ajax armoured vehicle training for two weeks after around 30 personnel reported noise and vibration symptoms. Safety investigation underway.
UK Petrol and Diesel Car Ban Moved to 2030
Labour confirms the ban on new petrol and diesel car sales will start in 2030, five years earlier than planned. Get the latest on the EV transition and industry concerns.
£1.5bn EV Boost: New Grants and Charging Points
The UK government unveils a £1.5bn package to accelerate the electric vehicle transition, extending grants and funding thousands of new public charging points across the country.
EV Pay-Per-Mile Tax Plan Sparks Industry Concern
Chancellor Rachel Reeves is expected to announce a pay-per-mile charge for electric vehicles in the budget. Will this new road tax raise revenue or hinder the UK's EV transition?
Ford UK warns against new electric vehicle tax
Ford UK boss Lisa Brankin urges Chancellor Rachel Reeves to avoid new EV taxes, warning a proposed 3p per mile charge could derail the transition to electric vehicles.
Cabbies demand Chancellor close Uber tax loophole
London cabbies demand Chancellor Rachel Reeves close a VAT loophole they say gives Uber an unfair advantage. Could the Budget raise £1bn? Read the full story.
Amazon's Zoox launches free robotaxis in San Francisco
Amazon's Zoox has launched a free robotaxi service in San Francisco, challenging Google's Waymo in the race for autonomous vehicle dominance. Discover the details.
London EV Congestion Charge Starts Jan 2
Electric vehicle drivers in central London will pay a new congestion charge from January. Discover the new fees and why critics call it a 'backward step' for air quality.
London EV congestion charge: £18 from January
Electric vehicles will lose congestion charge exemption in London from January 2024, facing £18 daily fee with partial discounts. Mayor Sadiq Khan cites traffic concerns.
London Congestion Charge increases to £18 in 2026
London's Congestion Charge will rise to £18 daily from January 2026, with electric vehicles losing their exemption. TfL aims to reduce city centre traffic by 2,000 vehicles per day.
Waymo Robotaxis to Drive on US Freeways
Waymo announces its driverless robotaxis will operate on freeways in San Francisco, LA and Phoenix for the first time, marking a major milestone in autonomous vehicle technology.
Waymo and Baidu in Global Self-Driving Car Race
The autonomous vehicle race intensifies as Waymo and Baidu's Apollo Go expand globally. Discover the key players, costs, and the battle for market dominance in this in-depth report.
Waymo Robotaxi kills beloved shop cat KitKat
The death of KitKat, a popular corner shop cat, by a self-driving car has sparked fury and safety concerns as Waymo plans London expansion.
Brits buy more EVs and heat pumps despite net zero criticism
Despite political attacks on net zero policies, new data reveals British households are embracing green technology at record rates, with soaring sales of electric vehicles, heat pumps and solar panels.
Pay-Per-Mile Road Tax Plan for Electric Vehicles
Chancellor Rachel Reeves is planning a major road tax overhaul that could see electric vehicle owners paying per mile. Discover how this new system might work and what it means for UK drivers.
Brits keep buying EVs and heat pumps despite political attacks
New analysis reveals UK households are continuing to invest in electric vehicles, solar panels and heat pumps even as political support wavers and public polling dips.
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?
Ajax Vehicles Finally Delivered After 8-Year Delay
The UK Ministry of Defence has taken delivery of the first Ajax armoured vehicles, marking the end of an eight-year wait plagued by technical issues and massive cost overruns.
Waymo vehicle kills beloved cat in San Francisco
The death of a cherished ginger cat named KitKat has sparked outrage and renewed scrutiny of self-driving car safety in San Francisco, raising questions about technology's emotional cost.
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.
Croydon Council crushes 13 dangerous vehicles
Croydon Council takes decisive action against dangerous drivers, crushing 13 unsafe vehicles in a major road safety operation targeting unroadworthy cars and illegal drivers.
Labour's £10m boost for UK EV charging blackspots
The Labour Party pledges £10 million to eliminate electric vehicle charging blackspots across the UK, accelerating the transition to zero-emission transport and supporting the 2035 petrol car ban.
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