Car dealers urge Labour to repeal 2030 EV mandate
The National Franchised Dealers Association urges the government to scrap its 2030 Zero Emission Vehicle mandate, warning of £12,000 fines and calling for alignment with EU rules.
The National Franchised Dealers Association urges the government to scrap its 2030 Zero Emission Vehicle mandate, warning of £12,000 fines and calling for alignment with EU rules.
The UK's Zero Emission Vehicle mandate faces potential dilution as car dealers and manufacturers urge Labour to reconsider the 2030 petrol and diesel car ban. Read the latest.
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UK motorists are being overcharged as petrol and diesel prices fail to reflect a sharp fall in wholesale oil costs, experts warn. Discover why competition is weak.
Nationwide Building Society vows to keep all 605 branches, including Virgin Money, open until 2030, bucking the trend of bank closures and supporting cash access.
A reusable £9 gadget using silica beads can prevent fogged-up windscreens on cold mornings. Simply place it on your dashboard to absorb moisture, then recharge it in the microwave.
Amazon's 12V car heater, now just £18.99, quickly defrosts windscreens and warms up vehicles. Perfect for the cold snap hitting Birmingham. Get yours with Prime delivery.
The European Commission waters down its 2035 zero-emission targets, allowing combustion engines to be sold beyond the deadline. A major shift in green policy.
Vehicle Excise Duty (VED) rates are set to increase from 1 April 2026, impacting petrol, diesel, and electric car owners. Find out how much more you'll pay.
Diesel drivers are paying £5 more per tank than petrol users, with costs rising sharply. Using the myRAC app to find cheaper fuel could save motorists significant money.
The Conservative Party vows to remove the 2030 petrol and diesel ban and billions in net zero vehicle subsidies if re-elected. Kemi Badenoch says the move will protect industry and taxpayers.
A stark warning for UK motorists: putting the wrong fuel in your car is a common and costly error. Experts reveal the severe damage and repair bills, which can run into thousands.
Motoring expert Pete Barden reveals across-the-board VED rises hitting petrol and diesel drivers. Find out how much more you'll pay.
Drivers of the most polluting vehicles will face daily charges in Birmingham's Clean Air Zone from June 1st, 2024. Find out if your car is affected and the costs involved.
The AA urges the government to tackle motorist anxieties over the 2030 petrol and diesel car sales ban and potential EV taxes. New poll shows majority oppose the policy.
The Expensive Car Supplement threshold for zero-emission vehicles will increase to £50,000 from April 2026. Discover how this VED rule change affects thousands of UK drivers.
New data reveals over 426,000 family vehicles will face the 'luxury' car tax from 2026. Chancellor Rachel Reeves adjusts EV threshold to £50,000. Read the full analysis.
New research shows a surprising shift back to petrol and diesel cars among UK buyers, despite the 2030 sales ban. Experts analyse the challenges for EV adoption. Read the full report.
The EU's landmark 2035 ban on new petrol and diesel cars is set to be significantly weakened, allowing hybrid sales to continue. Senior MEP Manfred Weber confirms the policy shift.
Lloyds Bank warns petrol and diesel drivers are overestimating EV costs. The cheapest new electric car starts at £14,995, not £20,000. Discover the savings and tackle misconceptions.
New data reveals a 42% surge in drivers paying the £425 Expensive Car Supplement. Find out if your family car is caught in this tax bracket.
UK drivers could see fuel prices drop in the coming weeks as Russia extends its ban on fuel exports. The RAC advises motorists to use price checkers to find the best deals.
Motoring experts recommend keeping cheap tea bags in your vehicle to absorb moisture, prevent windscreen fogging, and avoid potential fines. A simple hack for the UK's cold snap.
New analysis reveals petrol and diesel drivers face 13p to 18p per mile fuel costs, far exceeding electric vehicles. A new per-mile tax for EVs starts in 2028. Discover the full impact.
Bird mess can cause costly paint damage. Experts reveal a cheap kitchen staple, white vinegar, is the key to safe removal. Learn the simple steps to protect your car.
Motoring expert warns that skipping a simple warm-up routine in cold weather can cause long-term transmission damage, with replacement costs reaching £2,800. Learn how to protect your vehicle.
Massive UK electric truck charging network unveiled to support the 2035 diesel truck sales ban. Voltempo's HyperCharger leads the charge for fleet electrification.
Chancellor Rachel Reeves' new pay-per-mile tax for electric vehicles could inadvertently make new petrol and diesel cars more expensive, warn industry experts. Read the full analysis.
Proposed new Clean Air Act powers could let councils ban all petrol and diesel vehicles, including classics, from 2035. Find out what it means for UK drivers.
Car experts reveal three affordable, effective methods to banish stubborn pet hair from your vehicle's interior using everyday items like rubber gloves and dryer sheets.