EV drivers could save £3,750 under expanded Labour grant
Millions more electric vehicle drivers can save £3,750 as Labour adds four new models to the Electric Car Grant scheme, backed by £1.3bn in Autumn Budget funding. See the full list.
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New Mini and Renault models added to £3,750 EV grant
Drivers in England can now save £3,750 on four new electric models, including the MINI Countryman and Renault 5. The grant scheme now supports 40 vehicles.
Uber prices to rise 20% after Autumn Budget change
Chancellor Rachel Reeves' Autumn Budget excludes private hire from a VAT scheme, adding 20% to fares from January 2026. Experts warn of a 'taxi tax' hitting young and rural users hardest.
Drivers ditch Tesla for Chinese electric cars, study finds
New research reveals a significant shift in the UK and European EV market, with trust in Chinese brands rising as Tesla's novelty fades. Discover the data and the impact of the new pay-per-mile levy.
BoE Cuts Bank Capital Rules as Global Financial Risks Rise
The Bank of England warns of heightened threats to financial stability from AI bubbles and private credit, even as it reduces capital requirements for UK lenders to 13%. Read the full analysis.
Car bosses urge EU to stick to 2035 petrol car ban
Volvo and Polestar CEOs urge the EU to hold firm on the 2035 petrol car ban, warning that pausing it is a 'bad idea' as Germany lobbies to soften the deadline. Read the full story.
£100 parking fine for man buying slippers for dying father
A man was hit with a £100 fine over a faulty ticket machine while buying slippers for his terminally ill father. He's now taking the car park firm to court.
EV Owners Face £49 Monthly Charging Cost Rise
Electric vehicle owners in the UK could see a £49 monthly increase in charging costs from January due to the rising Ofgem price cap. Get the corrected facts here.
London EV drivers face new daily Congestion Charge
Sadiq Khan's plan to end the Cleaner Vehicle Discount could penalise early EV adopters, warns AA. Discover the impact on London's air quality goals.
Birmingham road fines drivers even after paying
Bromford Walk in Great Barr is issuing £100 fines via an ANPR camera within moments of parking, even when drivers pay for a ticket. Local businesses report losing customers.
Bentley seized and nine arrests in police crackdown
West Midlands Police seized 66 uninsured vehicles, including a Bentley, and made nine arrests during a major 24-hour road safety operation. Discover the full results of the crackdown.
£100 Pizza Hut parking fine despite paying ticket
A Birmingham man was charged £100 after parking at Pizza Hut in Great Barr, despite his wife paying for a ticket. Discover how ANPR cameras are causing outrage for local customers.
New 3p Per Mile EV Tax Sparks Industry Backlash
Chancellor Rachel Reeves' new pay-per-mile levy for electric and hybrid vehicles faces criticism from industry leaders who warn it could deter EV adoption and boost petrol demand.
Search and Rescue Vehicles Exempt from Car Tax
Chancellor Rachel Reeves announces Vehicle Excise Duty exemption for search and rescue vehicles from April 2027, saving teams thousands in fundraising. Discover the full details.
Classic Car Tax Exemption Confirmed for 2026
Chancellor Rachel Reeves confirms Vehicle Excise Duty exemption for classic cars over 40 years will continue. Discover what this means for owners and the £3bn industry.
New UK Taxi Licence Rules: National Standards Set
The UK government announces new national minimum standards for taxi and private hire vehicle licensing to strengthen passenger safety. Learn how this crackdown affects you.
New £300 pay-per-mile tax for EV drivers announced
Chancellor Rachel Reeves confirms a new pay-per-mile tax for electric and hybrid vehicles from 2028. Drivers could pay up to £300 annually. Discover how this affects you.
Birmingham teens in court for car cannibalism
Two 18-year-olds from Birmingham appear in court charged with conspiracy to steal cars and parts in a spree targeting a dozen vehicles across the city. Police urge witnesses to come forward.
Taxi Tax: 20% VAT to Push Fares Up by 15%
Chancellor Rachel Reeves' Autumn Budget introduces a 20% VAT on private hire vehicles, dubbed the 'taxi tax'. Firms warn it will increase fares by 15%, impacting Uber and Bolt users. Read the full story.
New EV Tax: 3p-Per-Mile Charge from 2028
Chancellor Rachel Reeves announces a new pay-per-mile tax for electric and hybrid vehicles starting April 2028. Find out how this will impact drivers and the industry.
Six major driver announcements in Autumn Budget
Chancellor Rachel Reeves unveils six major changes for UK drivers including EV grants, pay-per-mile tax and fuel duty freeze. Full details on the Autumn Budget measures.
Pay-Per-Mile EV Tax Confirmed in Budget Leak
Chancellor Rachel Reeves' Budget will introduce a new pay-per-mile tax for electric vehicles from 2028, as confirmed by a leaked OBR forecast. Discover how this and other tax changes will impact you.
Electric Morris Van Creates 150 Welsh Jobs
Morris Commercial Ltd will manufacture its electric Morris JE van in Wales, creating 150 skilled jobs. Production begins late 2026 at Bro Tathan business park.
4 Driving Changes in Autumn Budget Revealed
Chancellor Rachel Reeves unveils key motoring changes including fuel duty freeze, pay-per-mile EV tax, and £1.5bn electric vehicle funding boost in crucial budget announcement.
New pay-per-mile tax charge for EV drivers
Chancellor Rachel Reeves to unveil pay-per-mile tax for electric vehicles in the Budget, with drivers potentially paying 3p per mile. Find out how this affects you.
Three Tax Hikes Expected in Autumn Budget
Chancellor Rachel Reeves is set to outline the Autumn Budget, with financial experts warning of potential rises in VAT, Income Tax, and National Insurance. Get the latest updates.
Teacher faked cancer and death, still teaching children
Lara Simpson, struck off for faking cancer and her own death, is reportedly still teaching children privately. Discover the shocking details of her elaborate deception.
Reeves to announce new pay-per-mile driving tax
Chancellor Rachel Reeves is set to announce a new pay-per-mile tax system targeting electric vehicle owners in Wednesday's Budget. Find out how this could impact your finances.
2p per mile EV plan for homes without driveways
New government plans could slash EV running costs to 2p per mile for households without driveways by simplifying charging installation rules. Discover how the change affects you.
Diesel car choice plummets as brands go electric
Diesel vehicles face extinction in the UK with just 57 models now available. Discover why manufacturers are abandoning diesel and what it means for drivers.
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