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Electric car sales fall further behind government's target despite £5bn of subsidies
The market share of battery-driven cars rose to 23.4%, or 473,340 vehicles, but that fell short of the government's 28% goal for 2025, industry figures showed.
Best-selling new cars of 2025: These are the 10 models Britons bought most last year
New car showrooms last year were the busiest they've been since the pandemic. But which were the most popular models of all? Here's the top 10 countdown.
Tesla killer BYD sees record breaking sales results in the UK
Chinese car giant BYD has cemented itself in the UK as the biggest seller of 'electrified' vehicles It sold more EVs and plug-in hybrids than any other brand. Globally BYD outsold Tesla in EVs.
Elderly drivers over the age of 70 have to have their sight checked every three years by law under new plans
Motorists aged 70 and above can no longer self-report visual diseases to the Driver and Vehicle Licensing Agency ( DVLA) after coroners warned the system could be abused.
Free parking! Traffic wardens go on strike for four days in London borough over pay row - meaning NO fines or penalties will be issued
Traffic wardens will go on strike for four days in Bromley, London over a pay row - meaning no fines or penalties will be issued.
Ford Puma was 2025’s BEST-SELLING car – with not a single EV in the Top Ten
The Ford Puma was the UK's best-selling car in 2025 as new car sales broke the 2 million mark, with not a single EV in the top ten.
What's on the horizon for Ineos?
Ineos Automotive chief executive Lynn Calder ponders future opportunities for the maverick 4x4 manufacturer
Xpeng's hoping to pick up where Tesla left off
Huge space. Clever self-driving tech. Surprising affordability. Still want that Tesla?
The first motor show of 2026 is gonna be a busy one
CAR magazine lists all of the new cars being unveiled at the 2026 Brussels motor show
Have these changes fixed one of the worst car of 2025?
Skywell has updated the BE11 to try and convince UK buyers to take a punt on it. Find out what's different here.
Common parking space move could see you fined or even jailed
Homeowners and businesses use the 'harmless' method to ensure they are able to park
Driving warning light explained as temperatures plummet
The Met Office has issued more snow and ice warnings across the country, as temperatures are expected to drop well below freezing - and it could mean some unfamiliar dashboard lights for drivers
One parking line has no legal power and can't see you fined
Neither the police nor local authorities will take action if you park on this roadside line
Woman resorts to blocking her own drive to stop neighbours from parking on it
She has space for three or four cars on her drive while the neighbours have nowhere nearby to park
Wunderbar! Volkswagen brings back buttons for electric ID. Polo
Customer feedback has seen Volkswagen replace touchscreen controls with physical buttons inside the new electric ID. Polo – due this year.
Two thirds of car leasing customers chose a hybrid or EV in 2025
Analysis of new leasing data also shows that motorists now prioritise reliability, affordability and practicality when selecting a car.