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Autumn Budget: £1.3bn EV Funding and New Tax Plans

Chancellor Rachel Reeves is set to announce a £1.3 billion injection for the Electric Vehicle scheme in the Autumn Budget, focusing on charging infrastructure and a potential new pay-per-mile tax.

Vape battery fire warning after fatal rise

West Midlands Fire Service issues a 'Fast. Fierce. Fatal.' warning over lithium-ion battery fires after a sharp increase in incidents. Learn how to charge devices safely.

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.

New EV charger installed every 33 minutes in UK

UK's EV network expands with a charger installed every 33 minutes. Over 15,979 new chargepoints added since October 2024. Discover how drivers benefit from grants and rapid charging.

New pavement rule to save EV drivers £250

Labour government slashes red tape for home EV charging points, saving drivers up to £250 and boosting the UK's electric vehicle transition. Find out how this affects you.

140,000 drivers fined for parking in EV charging bays

Over 140,000 fines have been issued to petrol and diesel drivers for parking in electric vehicle charging spaces without permission. Discover the councils cracking down and how to avoid a £70 penalty.

West Midlands Tram Fare Increase Approved

West Midlands Metro tram fares will increase in the new year. The hike, approved by transport bosses, aims to ensure the network's financial future. Find out the new prices.

Fuel price rise warning for UK drivers before budget

UK drivers are being warned of potential petrol and diesel price increases following the Autumn Budget. A key 5p fuel duty cut is set to expire in March 2026. Experts advise filling up tanks and preparing vehicles for winter journeys.

Reeves' Budget: Fuel Duty Hike and New EV Charges

Chancellor Rachel Reeves is set to target motorists in the Autumn Budget with a potential £100 annual fuel duty increase and new pay-per-mile charges for electric vehicles. Discover the full impact.

UK drivers face £340 pay-per-mile tax bill

New pay-per-mile car tax charges could cost drivers up to £340 a year. Experts warn of a 'wicked problem' as public EV charging costs become a major barrier to adoption.

Hidden Costs of Shared Ownership Revealed

Mortgage expert Sam Fox explains the crucial expenses to consider when buying through shared ownership schemes. Essential reading for UK first-time buyers.

Call for cheaper West Midlands bus fares

Councillor calls for reinstatement of 'short hop' bus fares in West Midlands to tackle cost of living crisis and boost passenger numbers. A new fares strategy is due in 2027.

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