The chances of an electric vehicle (EV) breakdown being caused by running out of power has reached a record low, figures suggest.
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Self-driving cars to hit UK roads by 2026, says Transport Secretary
The UK government has announced its plans to introduce new laws and regulations to allow self-driving vehicles to operate on British roads by 2026. The Transport Secretary, Mark Harper, said that the technology has “a huge number of potential uses” and could improve safety, accessibility, and efficiency of transport.
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Vauxhall Reveals Updated Combo Life Electric and Vivaro Life Electric Models
Vauxhall has announced updates to its Vauxhall Combo Life Electric and Vauxhall Vivaro Life Electric models, ideally suited for leisure, long-distance travel or as shuttle vehicles.
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Parking your car in a garage overnight could add £54 to your insurance
Parking your car in a garage overnight could make it more expensive to insure than leaving it outside your home, new data has shown.
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Drivers Gear Up for Festive Chaos: 21 Million Christmas Getaway Trips Expected
As the festive season approaches, the nation’s roads are set to be inundated with drivers embarking on their Christmas getaways.
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Drivers Rejoice as Petrol Prices Fall to Lowest Level in Two Years
Motorists across the UK have received a welcome boost as petrol prices have fallen to their lowest level in over two years.
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Welsh Drivers Prepare for Enforcement of Controversial 20mph Speed Limits
The long-awaited enforcement of Wales’ blanket 20mph speed limit is set to begin tomorrow (Sunday 17th December 2023), much to the dismay of many drivers who have expressed their concerns about the impact of this reduction on traffic flow and road safety.
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You can drive home for Christmas in Chris Rea’s Ferrari
Chris Rea’s Driving Home for Christmas is one of the most popular festive songs, but you could be playing it out of the speakers of the musician’s own Ferrari.
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Vauxhall Grandland now available with 48V hybrid powertrain
Vauxhall has opened orders for the Grandland Hybrid – the first model from the brand to be offered with 48-volt hybrid technology – with prices starting from £32,415 OTR and first deliveries commencing from early 2024.
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Drivers putting themselves in danger during motorway breakdowns – RAC
Most drivers put themselves in danger during motorway breakdowns, a survey suggests.
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Drivers feel safer with assistance tech but don’t want to pay for it – survey
The vast majority of drivers feel safer behind the wheel in a car fitted with advanced safety systems but nearly half would be happy to buy a model without them fitted, a new survey has found.
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UK hits 10,000 rapid EV charger milestone
The UK has installed its 10,000th rapid electric vehicle charger, according to a leading device mapping provider.
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Speed cameras locations in South Wales in December 2023
Speed limits on residential roads across Wales were reduced to 20mph from 30mph in September.
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Vauxhall Corsa is the UK’s best-selling supermini
Vauxhall’s Corsa range continued its strong UK sales performance in November, topping the charts in two segments according to the latest new car registration figures published today by the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT).
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Vauxhall Launches New PCP Offers on Electric Models, Bringing Total Monthly Ownership Costs in Line with Petrol Versions
To make the switch to electric as accessible as possible, Vauxhall has launched updated PCP offers on its latest Electric models, bringing total monthly ownership costs (including running costs) in line with the equivalent petrol versions.
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All-New Vauxhall Astra Electric Wins 2024 Electrifying.com Efficiency Award
The All-New Vauxhall Astra Electric has been named the Efficiency Award winner at the 2024 Electrifying.com Awards for its impressive overall efficiency and innovative technology.
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UK car production increases again
Car production in the UK has increased for the eighth month in a row, with more than 91,000 vehicles built in October, new figures show.
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