Tag: money
How a cheap communist car maker became one of Britain's favourite budget brands
Dacia's gone from giving Romanians cheap and reliable motors, to one of the best-selling cheap car makers in the world.
How cheap communist car maker became one of Britain's best-selling budget brands
Dacia's gone from giving Romanians cheap and reliable motors, to one of the best-selling cheap car makers in the world.
Car factories in the UK record lowest output in over 70 years - why did production plunge in April?
British vehicle production fell by 15% in April, marking the lowest level since 1952. Easter falling late, the switch to EVs and tariffs are all ton blame, but is there any hope for the future?
Used electric cars lose half their value in two years - manufacturers blamed for discounting new prices
New analysis suggests that a 24-month-old battery car sold to the trade in April on average retained just 47% of its original new cost.
Death knell for a century-old driving skill: The rapidly dying art electric cars will kill off entirely
The skill is likely to become obsolete entirely in new models once the sale of new petrol and diesel models is banned in 2030.
Is this the craziest marketing ploy by a car maker yet? Chinese EV brand offers free BUNGEE JUMPS
Car brands are famous for epic PR stunts to launch new models, though free bungee jumps are a first. We rank this latest ploy against other bonkers marketing pitches.
Land Rover Defender updated to bolster JLR's best-selling car - but can you spot what's changed?
Land Rover's Defender has been on sale in Britain for five years, so a significant mid-life facelift for its most popular model is long overdue.
Volvo to slash 15% of its workforce thanks to low EV demand
The Swedish car giant has revealed it will cut 3,000 white-collar jobs as it battles against the slowdown of EV sales across the globe and poor April sales figures.
London Congestion Charge to increase 20% to £18 a day next year
The Congestion Charge will increase from £15 to £18 from 2 January 2026 - and could rise annually thereafter under plans set out by TfL.
Electric vehicle fires almost double in two years
Lithium-ion battery vehicle blazes surged almost 100% between 2022-2024, as e-transport became more popular.
Alpine unveils its A390 electric SUV: Bosses say it will be 'a racing car in a suit'
The new Tesla-rivalling EV was launched at the company's headquarters in Dieppe. Bosses said it will provide 'an extraordinary driving experience'.
Thinking about buying an EV but have concerns? Now you can ask your local MP!
A new tool launched by EVA England aims to connect you with your MP so you can voice your EV concerns and get answers as well as prompt change.
The 'Tesla-killer' that's now outselling the US giant's EVs in Europe
Chinese car maker BYD (Build Your Dreams) has sold more EVs in Europe than Tesla for the first time, as Chinese car makers continue to dominate and Tesla's sales slump.
Fiat Panda 4x4 is back: Could it be another Italian legend?
Fiat has revealed a new, modern Panda 4x4 that is inspired by the 80s Italian classic SUV. Will the Grande Panda be as successful? Will it even be made? Here's what we know...
RAY MASSEY: Take your seat in the Hyundai Inster
The Korean car is an affordable and roomy rival to Renault's R5 hatchback, with a higher roof and more headroom.
