Trump pushes to legalise 'tiny cars' in the US
Donald Trump announces approval for 'tiny cars' in the US, inspired by Japanese kei cars. But will they pass safety standards and win over American drivers? Read the latest.
Category : Search result: vehicle safety
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.
Man's last-minute date change leaves woman horrified
A woman shares her shock after a date suggested meeting at his house while his son slept. She highlights the safety gap in modern dating and urges men to reconsider their plans.
Tesla cuts Model 3 price as European sales slide
Tesla launches a cheaper Model 3 in Europe to counter plunging sales, driven by Musk's political controversies and fierce Chinese competition. Will it revive demand?
London men charged over vehicle theft conspiracy
Two men from London have been remanded in custody, charged with conspiring to steal vehicles and commit burglary in Essex. Read the latest on this police investigation.
Ofcom fines porn firm £1m over child safety failures
Ofcom issues a £1m fine to a pornography company for weak age checks. As threats like deepfakes and AI chatbots grow, experts demand faster action to protect children online. Read the full analysis.
Zipcar to close UK operations, exit London by year-end
Zipcar is shutting its UK business, removing its shared fleet from London streets. We explore the impact on communities and the future of car-sharing in Britain.
Porn site fined £1m by Ofcom over age verification failings
Ofcom has issued a £1m fine to adult website operator AVS for inadequate age checks. New data reveals the impact of the Online Safety Act on protecting children online. Read the full report.
EV Range Tests: All Models Fall Short of Claims
Independent road tests reveal no electric vehicle in Australia meets its advertised range. Discover which models performed best and worst, and why real-world data is crucial for buyers.
Trump Administration Scraps US Fuel Efficiency Standards
The Trump administration has finalised a major rollback of US vehicle fuel efficiency rules, a move experts warn will increase emissions and consumer costs. Read the full analysis.
Tesla warned UK against weakening electric car rules
Leaked documents reveal Tesla privately warned the UK government that softening EV mandates would suppress sales and risk climate targets. Discover the industry's divided response.
London's Square Mile to Miss 2030 Road Death Target
The City of London Corporation is off track to meet its 2030 Vision Zero goal after 57 serious injuries in 2024. Read the latest data and community concerns.
UK's 3p Pay-Per-Mile Road Tax to Start in 2028
Chancellor Rachel Reeves announces a new 3p-per-mile road charge for electric and hybrid vehicles from April 2028. Find out how much you'll pay and what it means for the future of driving.
46,000 drivers wrongly fined for ULEZ charges
Transport for London has overturned over 46,000 fines issued to drivers of compliant vehicles in the Ultra Low Emission Zone. Discover how DVLA data errors led to the penalties and what to do if you're affected.
NSW to halve e-bike power after fatal collision
New South Wales announces strict new e-bike regulations, halving power and speed limits, following a rider's death in a collision with a garbage truck. Read the full details.
Guide to the DWP Motability Scheme: Eligibility & Updates
A complete guide to the UK's Motability scheme. Learn who is eligible, what benefits are included, and the latest changes announced in the Budget. Find out if you can lease a vehicle.
Campaign to end 'driveway discrimination' for EV owners
Experts demand new rules to equalise VAT on electric vehicle charging, ending the penalty for those without private driveways. Discover the push for fairer EV costs.
British Gas Christmas Lights Safety Advice
British Gas engineers offer five crucial safety and energy-saving tips for festive lights. Stay safe, save money, and avoid hazards this Christmas season.
Taxi driver's Budget fears over frozen thresholds, EV charge
A Stafford cab driver earning £20,000 a year explains how the Autumn Budget's frozen tax thresholds and new EV mileage duty will hit his family's finances. Read his story and the expert analysis.
Electric car owners face £49 monthly cost increase
Millions of electric vehicle owners will pay extra £49 monthly from January as Ofgem raises energy price cap. Learn how to reduce charging costs.
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.
London's Vision Zero road safety target at risk
New figures reveal minimal progress towards London's 2040 zero road deaths target, with just three fewer fatalities in 2024. Campaigners demand urgent action on speed limits and dangerous junctions.
£5 GPS tracker protects vehicles from rising theft
Protect your vehicle for just £4.99 with this Black Friday GPS tracker deal. Live tracking alerts and geofencing provide peace of mind amid rising car crime across the UK.
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.
Fuel duty freeze extended, new EV charge confirmed
Chancellor Rachel Reeves freezes fuel duty but confirms a new 3p-a-mile charge for electric vehicles from 2028. Get the latest on the Budget 2025 transport changes.
New £255 Electric Vehicle Tax Confirmed for 2028
Chancellor Rachel Reeves announces a new pay-per-mile tax for electric vehicles, costing drivers up to £255 annually from 2028. Get the full details on the Autumn Budget's motoring reforms.
Rachel Reeves' 2025 Budget: Key Tax and Spending Changes
Chancellor Rachel Reeves unveils her autumn budget with property tax reforms, pension changes and new levies on electric vehicles. Discover how the Treasury plans to address the £20-30bn spending gap.
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.
Toddler drinks 'disinfectant' from McDonald's Happy Meal
A two-year-old girl was rushed to hospital in Germany after drinking from a McDonald's Happy Meal bottle allegedly filled with cleaning fluid. Police are investigating.
TikTok boss insists AI keeps teens safe from harm
Exclusive: TikTok's Ali Law tells Sky News how sophisticated AI now understands context better than humans, ensuring teen safety despite cutting 400+ moderator jobs. Read the full interview.
Page 1 of 4