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Drivers paying over £600 a year on unexpected car repairs
Hard-hit motorists are having to pay £617 on average on unexpected car repairs each year, new RAC research shows, with many struggling to afford this.
Car safety tech dubbed 'dangerous, distracting and useless' by drivers - and it's why half turn assist features OFF
Motorists are often infuriated by incessant warning bongs from these system or feel too uncomfortable relinquishing control - and their safety - to tech in their cars.
Millions driving faulty vehicles because dealerships are failing to notify customers about safety recalls, investigation reveals
There are over 3.2 million cars and vans on the road that should of been recalled and fixed between 2018 - 2023 but dealers have failed to keep track of customers and warn them.
The Honda Jazz is an understated star: RAY MASSEY on how the hatchback became his accidental hero
This compact family hatchback is the fourth generation Jazz since the original was launched in 1983, with the current model from 2020 enjoying a refresh in 2023.
Rise of the 'Tesla killer': Chinese firm sees shares soar as Elon Musk's stock sinks. This is what it could mean for your finances...
Its electric cars have driven in from China - and now this company is being dubbed 'the Tesla killer'. Shares in BYD have accelerated to a record high and are up 52 per cent this year.
How moped drivers are targeting school run mums in 'cash for crash' scams - signs you MUST watch out for
Dame Siobhain McDonagh was driving along a residential street when a man on a moped stopped right in front her, forcing her to slam on the brakes.
Citroen 2CV and other iconic models from the French brand's past are set to be reborn as retro EVs
Speaking to This is Money, global chief exec Thierry Koskas (pictured inset) said: 'We want some of our iconic models to further lift the Citroen brand.'
Rise of the 'Tesla killer': Chinese EV firm backed by Buffett sees shares soar as Elon Musk's stock sinks
Its electric cars have driven in from China - and now this company is being dubbed 'the Tesla killer'. Shares in BYD have accelerated to a record high and are up 44 per cent this year.
Tesla investor tells Musk to go amid fears his closeness to Donald Trump is harming the business
With shares down 50% in three months, Ross Gerber said electric car maker's reputation has been 'destroyed' by its 'divisive' boss (pictured).
Tesla drivers are now the 'most disliked' on the road, new poll reveals
A new study of 10 popular car brands has found that three in five people see Tesla drivers as their second or least favourite. And now AI's mocked up the typical Tesla driver...
CRANE ON THE CASE: My £88,000 Land Rover won't LOCK... and it hasn't fixed it after SIX MONTHS
I only bought the car a year ago, and in that time it has been away being repaired for more than three months. I don't think this is acceptable for such an expensive car.
Car buyers 'more disloyal to motor brands than ever' as new Chinese makes expand choice, says Google
Car buyers no longer have brand loyalty, new research from Google has found. Three quarters of customers switched to a different manufacturer last year, it said.
Major car maker partners with Swedish flat-pack EV brand - and no, it's not Ikea
A mainstream global car manufacturer has signed a year-long commercial agreement to evaluate the feasibility of using the Luvly O's flat-pack design to expand its own quadricycle business.
Electric cars too heavy for Britain's motorways could smash through outdated barriers, government warned
The Vehicle Restraint Manufacturers Association says the metal fences that line roads and bridges are designed to 1998 standards, and capable of stopping only traditional petrol or diesel cars.
The car insurance sweet spot before renewal date that could save you £164
While ultra-organised drivers research quotes in advance, some don't bother at all and auto renew. But there is a sweet-spot in between when prices are lowest.