Fuel watchdog finds drivers overcharged as pump prices lag
The CMA says weak competition means UK drivers are not seeing savings from falling wholesale petrol costs. A new 'fuel finder' scheme aims to empower motorists in 2024.
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Drivers Accuse Security Firm of False Fuel Theft Claims
A Blackburn family was barred from over 1,300 stations for 19 months after being accused of a £20.01 fuel theft they insist they paid for in cash. Read their story and the wider issue with ANPR evidence.
EU Waters Down 2035 Petrol and Diesel Car Ban
The European Commission's proposal to weaken its 2035 ban on new petrol and diesel cars marks a major climate policy reversal. This editorial argues the move is a road to nowhere for Europe's automotive future.
UK Brings Forward EV Sales Target Review to Next Year
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.
EU softens 2035 petrol and diesel car ban after pressure
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.
Fuel prices fail to drop despite falling oil costs
UK drivers are being denied savings at the pump as petrol prices barely budge despite a significant fall in wholesale oil prices. Experts urge retailers to pass on the cuts.
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.
2026 Car Tax Bands Announced: Check Your New Rate
Drivers face new Vehicle Excise Duty hikes from April 2026. See the full list of petrol and diesel car tax bands and find out exactly how much more you'll pay.
BP cuts staff benefits despite living wage rise
BP is removing paid rest breaks and most bank holiday premiums for 5,400 UK forecourt workers, offsetting a planned living wage increase. Read the full details.
Why falling oil prices aren't cutting UK fuel costs
UK drivers face stubbornly high petrol and diesel prices despite a drop in oil costs. We examine the refinery crisis, retailer margins, and the CMA's upcoming report.
Why UK fuel prices remain high as oil costs fall
UK drivers face stubbornly high petrol and diesel costs despite a drop in oil prices. We examine the clash between retailers, regulators, and campaigners over alleged profiteering and complex supply chains.
Why UK petrol prices remain high as oil costs fall
As oil prices drop, UK drivers still face high fuel costs. We examine the clash between retailers, regulators, and campaigners over pump prices and profiteering claims.
Why UK petrol prices remain high despite falling oil costs
UK drivers face stubbornly high fuel prices despite a drop in oil costs. We examine the clash between retailers and regulators, and when a new price transparency scheme might help.
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.
42 UK cities unaffordable for middle class
A new report reveals 42 of 47 UK cities are now unaffordable for lower-middle-income households, highlighting a severe housing crisis with London and Oxford worst hit. Discover the full impact.
Op Shop Pricing: When Secondhand Costs More Than New
Exploring the delicate balance of secondhand pricing as charity shops face rising costs. Discover why some pre-loved items now rival retail prices and what it means for shoppers.
Gas price surge drives Australian inflation crisis
New inflation data reveals how Russia's Ukraine invasion triggered an energy price shock, delivering windfall gas profits while households face soaring electricity bills. Discover the full impact.
Map reveals UK's most affordable towns for homebuyers
Zoopla's 2025 report shows a stark housing affordability divide. Shildon, County Durham, is Britain's most affordable town, while Beaconsfield prices exceed £1 million. Discover the data.
2026 Rail Fare Freeze: Will London Tube Prices Still Rise?
The government's 2026 rail fare freeze for England won't apply to London's Tube. Discover why Londoners might face a 5.8% fare hike and what it means for Travelcards.
Black Friday deals not best price, survey reveals
Which? research shows 8 in 10 Black Friday deals were cheaper at other times. Don't fall for the hype - read our expert advice before you shop this November.
MP Ed Husic: Australia 'begs for scraps' from gas firms
Labor MP Ed Husic delivers impassioned parliamentary speech demanding cheaper domestic gas prices and confronting overseas companies reselling Australian fuel for profit.
Australia faces domestic gas shortage by 2028
Australia exports three-quarters of its gas, risking domestic shortages by 2028. Former minister Ed Husic demands action against 'profiteering' as mortgage pressures intensify nationwide.
Tax-Free Aviation Fuel Makes Flying Cheaper Than Trains
Flight Free UK director reveals the shocking tax break that makes air travel artificially cheap compared to rail, despite being the most environmentally damaging transport.
Mansion tax threat to UK two-bed homes revealed
Chancellor Rachel Reeves' Budget could hit owners of modest London properties with new mansion tax charges. Discover how council tax reforms may affect your home.
Australian Mortgage Costs Double Amid Housing Crisis
Australian households now spend 45% of income on mortgages, up from 26% in 2020 as home values surge 50%. Essential reading for property market insights.
Husic breaks ranks, demands gas market reform
Labor MP Ed Husic demands strong action to fix Australia's 'fundamentally distorted' gas market, backing calls to end exporter profiteering and secure cheaper energy for households.
London's £2.2m house with dead pigeons inside
A YouTuber discovered a £2.2m London house near Buckingham Palace in a despicable state, while a Lewisham property carpeted with dead pigeons sold for £661k. Explore the UK's bizarre property market.
Lime quietly raises London e-bike rental prices
Lime increases London e-bike prices to 31p per minute without customer notification, making it more expensive than rivals Forest and Bolt. Discover the full impact.
Mixed Reality Behind Trump's Thanksgiving Price Claims
As Trump touts Walmart's cheap Thanksgiving deals, economists reveal a complex picture of holiday food prices affected by tariffs and inflation. Discover the full story.
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.
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