Waymo's driverless cars coming to 20 London boroughs in 2026
Waymo has announced the 20 London boroughs where its autonomous Jaguar I-Pace vehicles will operate from 2026. Discover the future of transport in the capital.
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Uber Eats robot hurled into hedge by students in Leeds
A Starship delivery robot for Uber Eats was damaged after being tipped over and thrown into a hedge by revellers on a famous Leeds pub crawl. Police and universities have been informed.
Ford takes $19.5bn hit, cancels electric models
Ford announces a massive $19.5bn writedown and cancels key electric vehicles, including the F-150 Lightning, pivoting to hybrids and petrol models amid shifting US policy and demand. Read the full analysis.
Tories pledge to scrap 2030 petrol and diesel car ban
Conservative leader Kemi Badenoch promises to ditch the 2030 ZEV mandate if elected. We examine the policy's impact on drivers, manufacturers, and the UK's net zero goals.
UK's £14m Atlantic Bastion to Defend Undersea Cables
The UK unveils its Atlantic Bastion programme, a £14m AI and autonomous vehicle project to protect critical undersea infrastructure from Russian threats. Read the full details.
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.
UK Must Strategically Invest in Defence AI to Compete
The Autumn Budget pledges £1.5bn and 2.6% GDP for defence, but experts warn AI and autonomy need sustained focus, not just cash, to secure Britain's future. Read the analysis.
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.
Midwife: Loss of Midwifery Fuels Free Birth Dangers
An NHS midwife responds to the Free Birth Society, arguing that accessible, autonomous midwifery is the solution to both medical overreach and risky free births.
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 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.
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.
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