EVs to pay London congestion charge from 2026
Electric vehicle owners will lose their London congestion charge exemption from January 2026, paying £13.50 daily. Standard charge rises to £18. Read the full details.
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Nissan Leaf qualifies for £3,750 UK government grant
The new Nissan Leaf, built in Sunderland, now qualifies for the £3,750 government EV grant. Boasting a 386-mile range, it offers an accessible route to electric motoring. Discover the benefits.
Labour confirms pay-per-mile car tax for EV drivers
Labour's Autumn Budget confirms a new pay-per-mile tax for electric vehicles from 2028, potentially costing drivers £250 extra annually. Get the full details on this controversial u-turn.
Rodent epidemic prompts weekly car checks for UK drivers
UK motorists urged to check under bonnets weekly as mice and rats cause expensive damage. RAC reports 11% claims increase with average cost now £2,253.
Older drivers resist Labour's 2030 petrol car ban
Data reveals a generational split as over-55s refuse to switch to electric vehicles, while younger motorists are twice as likely to adopt EVs. Discover the impact on Labour's green targets.
Cardboard Car Hack as 20cm Snow Hits England
Met Office issues 51-hour snow warning with 20cm expected. Drivers advised to use cardboard on windscreens and prepare for hazardous conditions. Essential winter driving tips revealed.
Car key burglary gang sentenced for Solihull thefts
A gang of four thieves has been sentenced for a series of car key burglaries across Solihull, Redditch, and Bromsgrove. Discover how police brought them to justice.
Labour's new £300 EV tax for 9,900-mile drivers
Labour Chancellor Rachel Reeves is set to introduce a new pay-per-mile car tax. Drivers covering 9,900 miles annually could face an extra £300 charge, raising concerns over EV uptake.
7 Tea Habits Damaging Your Gut, Warns Harvard Doctor
A Harvard gastroenterologist warns that common tea habits could harm your gut and liver. Discover the 7 mistakes to avoid for better health.
Chancellor Warned Over Damaging EV Tax Changes
Chancellor Rachel Reeves is warned that proposed car tax changes in the Autumn Budget could severely damage electric vehicle sales and stall the UK's EV transition.
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.
Protect hydrangeas from winter frost with 5 steps
UK gardeners are urged to take five crucial steps to shield their hydrangeas from damaging frost this winter. Learn how to safeguard your blooms for a vibrant spring.
1 Million Drivers Could Face New Tax in Budget
Chancellor Rachel Reeves may introduce new 'alternative' taxes for over a million drivers in the Autumn Budget on November 26. Find out how fuel duty changes could impact you.
7 Vehicles Seized in Smethwick Abandoned Car Crackdown
Sandwell Council and police seized seven untaxed vehicles and issued 18 fines in a major operation targeting abandoned cars causing disruption in Smethwick streets.
EV drivers use tax loophole to escape £195 charge
Over 300,000 electric car owners in the UK renewed early with the DVLA, avoiding a new £195 road tax. Discover how the loophole cost the Treasury £30 million.
London's £18 Congestion Charge: EV exemption ends
Sadiq Khan confirms Congestion Charge increase to £18 daily from January 2, removing electric vehicle exemption. AA warns this could harm EV uptake and air quality targets.
Pay-per-mile tax to monitor drivers more closely
Labour's new pay-per-mile car tax system, expected on November 26, could see insurance premiums rise as drivers face closer mileage monitoring. Experts warn against underestimating mileage.
Diesel drivers hit with 15p per mile charge in new plan
Rachel Reeves' pay-per-mile scheme could charge diesel drivers 15p per mile while EV owners face 3p. Learn how the new tax plan affects motorists across the UK.
9% of Brits switch to EVs or cycling as rules backfire
Labour's 2030 petrol car ban faces resistance as 91% of drivers refuse electric vehicles or cycling. Discover the barriers preventing widespread adoption in the UK.
Rat epidemic costs drivers £24,000 in car damage
UK drivers face a rodent crisis as rats chew car wiring and seatbelts, with claims soaring 28%. One driver faced a £24,000 bill. Be vigilant this winter.
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.
Birmingham school gets £747k for structural repairs
A £747,000 project has been approved for Story Wood Primary School in Birmingham to fix structural damage, damp, and flooding issues, ensuring a safe learning environment.
Don't park under trees for 3 weeks, drivers warned
UK motorists urged to avoid parking near trees for three weeks as falling autumn leaves can cause serious vehicle damage. Learn how to protect your car.
Canary Islands Amber Alert: 3 Dead in Severe Weather
Amber weather alerts issued for the Canary Islands after three fatalities and 15 injuries from powerful waves. Public urged to avoid coastal areas as storms continue.
Autumn Budget VAT Raid Could Target Taxi Drivers
Chancellor Rachel Reeves' Autumn Budget may impose VAT on private hire fares, risking a 20% price hike. Industry experts warn this could devastate the sector and reduce cab usage. Read the full analysis.
23 vehicles clamped in Smethwick clean-up operation
Sandwell Council clamps and removes 23 untaxed vehicles near Midland Metropolitan University Hospital. Report abandoned vehicles online to help clean up your area.
Bentley delays electric-only plans, keeps hybrids until 2030
Luxury carmaker Bentley postpones its electric-only strategy, now planning to offer hybrid powertrains alongside EVs until 2030 as market demand evolves.
Birmingham man accused of £100k damage rampage
A Birmingham man faces crown court after allegedly destroying a high-performance BMW M4 and causing extensive damage during a dramatic city centre incident that left emergency services scrambling.
Man accused of £100k damage to Birmingham's Electric Cinema
A man stands accused of causing catastrophic damage to Birmingham's historic Electric Cinema in a destructive spree that left the city's oldest cinema facing repairs exceeding £100,000.
Man in court over £100k criminal damage across West Midlands
A Birmingham man faces multiple charges after allegedly causing extensive damage to vehicles and properties across the West Midlands, with estimated losses reaching six figures.
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