UK car sales top 2m in 2025 as Chinese brands boom
UK new car registrations exceeded 2 million in 2025 for the first time since 2019, driven by a record electric vehicle surge and a near-doubling of market share for Chinese brands like MG and BYD.
UK new car registrations exceeded 2 million in 2025 for the first time since 2019, driven by a record electric vehicle surge and a near-doubling of market share for Chinese brands like MG and BYD.
Nissan's UK arm reports a pre-tax loss of £888m, driven by an impairment charge and falling sales. A £990m capital injection aims to stabilise its balance sheet. Read the full analysis.
Microsoft's Xbox console sales plummeted 39% in the UK in 2025, its worst performance ever. Meanwhile, Nintendo's Switch 2 outsells Wii U in just six months. Read the full analysis.
Aldi and Lidl report record-breaking Christmas sales as UK shoppers prioritise value. Aldi sales hit £1.65bn, while Lidl saw a 10% surge. Discover the festive shopping trends.
Blizzard conditions and amber weather warnings hit the UK, causing major travel disruption as millions return to work and school. The RAC warns of a surge in breakdowns.
Elon Musk's political stance hits Tesla sales in Europe, but the electric vehicle revolution accelerates with Chinese brands and hybrid growth. Don't let one man taint the tech.
Global electric vehicle sales are projected to see their slowest annual growth since 2020, with a forecast of just 13% in 2026. Policy shifts and cooling demand are reshaping the market. Read the full analysis.
China's BYD has dethroned Tesla as the world's biggest electric car seller in 2025, a symbolic shift in the global auto industry. Discover the figures and the political factors behind Tesla's slump.
Electric vehicle drivers in central London must now pay the Congestion Charge as the daily rate rises from £15 to £18. Learn how the new Cleaner Vehicle Discount works and how to pay.
Tesla publishes lower-than-expected delivery forecasts for 2025, falling short of Elon Musk's goals. The EV giant's $1.4tn valuation hinges on self-driving tech hopes.
2025 marked a pivotal shift as AI reshaped UK roads, from record EV adoption to autonomous taxi plans for London. Explore the challenges and opportunities ahead.
The festive sales aren't over! Discover the best post-Christmas deals on tech, fashion, homeware and more to treat yourself before the New Year. Shop smart with our expert picks.
Snuggle up for less! Debenhams' plush heated throw is now just £34.99, down from £110. It heats in minutes, costs 4p an hour, and is machine washable. Grab this winter warmer deal.
Stylist Oriona Robb reveals how to 'shop your wardrobe' before hitting the Boxing Day sales, plus the six key investment pieces to look for. Save money and shop smarter this January.
A third of Australians are forecast to shop in the Boxing Day sales, spending $3.8bn. Regulators warn of deceptive sales tactics by major retailers. Discover the trends.
Tesla's EU market share fell from 2.1% to 1.4% in November, with sales down a third. Meanwhile, Chinese brands like BYD saw registrations almost triple. Explore the shifting electric vehicle landscape.
Tesla's European registrations tumbled 34.2% in November 2025, shrinking market share to 1.4% as Chinese rival BYD saw explosive growth. Read the full analysis of the shifting EV landscape.
November sales data reveals a shocking decline for PS5, Xbox, and Switch 2, sparking fears that traditional video game consoles are becoming obsolete. Are rising prices and PC gaming to blame?
New data reveals the financial strain of unexpected vehicle repairs, with average costs soaring to £1,200. Discover how families are coping and strategies to manage this growing expense.
UK retail sales fell 0.1% in November as cautious shoppers held back, with the Black Friday boost weaker than usual. Explore the ONS data and what it means for the economy.
The UK government has suspended all trials of the troubled Ajax armoured vehicle after another soldier reported vibration symptoms. Defence Minister Luke Pollard acted out of 'an abundance of caution'. Read the latest on the delayed £10m programme.
Nissan begins production of the third-generation Leaf at its upgraded Sunderland plant, a £450m bet on the UK's EV future, despite a global retreat from strict electrification targets.
Our review of the Philips OneUp 3000 electric mop. This cordless, dual-tank cleaner shows you the grime it collects. Lightweight at 1.9kg and priced at £100, it's a game-changer for hard floors.
US video game console sales plummet to a 30-year November low. Call of Duty: Black Ops 7 tops charts but faces a steep decline, while Battlefield 6 leads 2025 sales. Full analysis inside.
The UK government will review its electric vehicle sales targets in 2024, a move welcomed by carmakers. Ministers confirm the 2035 petrol car ban stays, despite EU softening its rules.
Bristol's Green-led council vows to open 250 temporary pitches for vehicle dwellers in the city's leafier, affluent areas, aiming for a fairer distribution of sites. Read the full story.
The EU confirms a diluted 2035 zero-emissions target for cars, allowing 10% to be hybrids or combustion engines. A win for German and Italian carmakers facing Chinese EV competition.
Nissan begins production of the new Leaf EV in Sunderland, a major boost for UK manufacturing with over £450m invested. Discover the future of the plant.
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.
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.