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New electric car MOT tests could be introduced in Britain - here's why
The Government has refused to rule out changes to the MOT test to include specific checks for electric cars in-line with changes being made in the EU.
Banned 75 number plates: Full list of 464 registrations DVLA rejected because they're too rude
The DVLA has released its bi-annual list of number plates it deems too rude or offensive for the road and the '75' list is 464 strong. Here's the full list to chuckle over...
Citroen's new C5 Aircross promises an electric version with 422 miles of range
Citroen's new C5 Aircross will arrive later this year and cater for all stages of electric buyers, offering three green powertrain options. But will it scrape below the £30k price tag?
Bezos-backed company promises to build America's cheapest car… but it cuts some corners
A new automaker hopes to undercut the American truck scene.
Don't charge your phone in a Chinese electric car, UK defence firms warn amid 'security data fears'
Bosses at two of Britain's top defence companies have said the sector is taking a 'cautious' and 'belt and braces' approach to the possibility that the Chinese state could be spying on cars.
Zeekr 9X is a Chinese SUV that looks like a Rolls-Royce Cullinan but at a fraction of the price
The Zeekr 9X is the latest Chinese luxury car that will tempt buyers to ditch traditionally popular premium marques like Audi, BMW and Mercedes with its significantly cheaper price tag.
Motorist buys back his OWN £20,000 stolen car from dealership 70 miles away
Motorist Ewan Valentine, 36, spent more than £20,000 on a replacement for a cherished car which was taken from his driveway - then discovered he had accidentally bought back his own stolen car.
'Greedy' firm tried to fine me £200 for not paying for parking within FIVE minutes… I fought them for two years and finally won - here's how
Angela Haley, 64, had decided against stopping in her usual Derby car park and instead chose to station her car elsewhere after entering from a different route. She quickly realised her mistake.
Electric Range Rover completes Arctic Circle test as it bids to become the 'world's most capable luxury SUV'
The Range Rover Electric is expected to be revealed in production form towards the end of this year, with first deliveries arriving in early 2026.
Is it illegal to use my smartwatch while driving - and could I really face a £1,000 fine?
I regularly use my smartwatch at the wheel of my car when stuck in traffic, or waiting at lights, to check messages. Is this deemed a motoring offence?
Car production rose in March for the first time in a year with almost half of output EVs - but 'trade uncertainty' is now the 'major challenge'
Mike Hawes, chief executive of the SMMT, said attention for UK car makers will now focus on how they will adjust to Donald Trump's 25% tariffs on all vehicles imported into the USA.
Charging my EV should have been easy... it wasn't! says RAY MASSEY
If the Government insists we should adopt electric vehicles as our main mode of transport, then it needs to get the infrastructure sorted.
Mercedes to replace steering wheel with futuristic spaceship-like yoke for its latest EV
The German car giant will soon offer a cut-away steering wheel design for its flagship EV alongside a new 'steer-by-wire' system. We explain how it works and if it's legal.
Pod Point could be bought by EDF as sales plummet and EV demand wanes
Electric vehicle charging point maker Pod Point looks set to be sold to EDF after a sharp slowdown in demand hurt sales last year.
Inchcape shares stall as UK motor distributor flags tariff warning
To try and spur domestic motor manufacturing, President Donald Trump imposed a 25 per cent tax three weeks ago on US auto imports.