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Magnum to Invest £50m in Gloucester Ice Cream Factory Upgrade

Magnum invests £50m in Gloucester ice cream factory

Ice cream giant Magnum is injecting £50 million into its Gloucester plant, boosting production of Twister and Solero. This major investment secures the future of the nearly 500-strong workforce.

DVSA's 'Scariest' MOT Test Warnings Reveal Dangerous Car Repairs

DVSA's 'Scariest' MOT Test Warnings Revealed

The DVSA has issued its most alarming MOT test warnings after discovering dangerous DIY repairs including duct-taped seatbelts and fuel tanks held by fuse wire. Learn how to keep your vehicle safe.

MOT Failure: The #1 Reason UK Drivers Fail Their Test

Most common MOT failure reason revealed

Lighting and signalling issues are the most common reason for MOT failure. Learn simple weekly checks to ensure your car passes its annual roadworthiness exam.

Used EV Prices Crash 37.5% in 'Real Blow' for Drivers

Used EV Prices Crash 37.5% in 'Real Blow'

Second-hand electric car values plummet up to 37.5%, creating bargains for buyers but a major financial hit for current EV owners. Explore the market shift.

Unilever Proposes 50 Job Cuts at Historic Port Sunlight Factory

Unilever proposes 50 job cuts in Wirral

Unilever confirms plans to cut around 50 roles at its Port Sunlight factory in Wirral to 'maximise efficiencies'. Read the full story on the proposed redundancies.

Car Theft Warning: Don't Make This Costly Winter Mistake

Car theft warning as cold weather arrives

Drivers are warned never to leave cars unattended with engines running to defrost windscreens. Opportunist thieves can steal vehicles in seconds, invalidating insurance.

Drivers risk £5,000 fines for misusing hazard lights

Drivers risk £5k fines for hazard light misuse

One in four UK drivers misuse hazard lights, often to say thanks, risking fines up to £5,000. Expert advice on correct light usage and winter car checks to stay safe and legal.

24 UK Bank Branches to Close in November: Full List of Locations

24 UK Bank Branches Closing in November

Major banks including Lloyds, Halifax, and Barclays are shutting 24 branches across the UK this November. Discover the full list of closures and what it means for customers.

Tesco Car Wash Warning After Vehicle Damage Costs Driver £750

Tesco Car Wash Warning After Vehicle Damage

A motorist's car was severely damaged in a Tesco car wash, with a £750 repair bill. Tesco refused the complaint, citing a maintenance report. Read the full story.

The UK road where your car insurance is instantly void

The road where your car insurance is void

Drivers heading to the Nürburgring beware: standard UK car insurance is invalidated. Learn why and how to protect yourself before hitting the track.

Drivers' Cars Held Ransom in Repair Shop Dispute

Cars held ransom in garage payment dispute

Motorists report vehicles held hostage by repair shops over unrelated commercial debts. Learn how to protect yourself from similar situations and what rights you have.

JLR Cyber Attack Costs £200m as Factories Shut for 5 Weeks

JLR hack costs £200m after factory shutdown

Jaguar Land Rover reveals £200m cost from UK's biggest cyber attack that halted production for five weeks. Discover how the hack impacted Britain's largest car manufacturer.

UK Drivers Face £340 Bill in Steeper Pay-Per-Mile Car Tax Plan

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.

Lloyds Bank Closes 17 Branches in November Amid Digital Shift

Lloyds Bank shuts 17 branches in November

Lloyds Bank is closing 17 branches across the UK this November, citing changing customer habits. Find out the full list of affected locations and alternative banking options.

697,000 Classic Car Owners Face Tax Threat in Autumn Budget

697,000 Classic Car Owners Face Tax Threat

Chancellor Rachel Reeves is considering a car tax shake-up targeting 697,000 classic vehicle owners. Learn how this potential 'tax grab' could impact Britain's motoring heritage.

UK Banks Close 23 Branches in November: Full List of Locations

23 UK Bank Branches Closing in November

NatWest, Barclays, Santander and Lloyds Bank are closing 23 branches across the UK this November. Discover the full list of affected locations and the reasons behind these bank closures.

Poundland to Shutter 13 UK Stores, Starting Tomorrow

Poundland announces 13 store closures across UK

Poundland confirms 13 store closures across the UK, with the first shutting tomorrow. Shoppers can grab discounts of up to 40% on all stock. Find your nearest closing store.

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