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Lemon Peel Hack Banishes Car Smells Instantly

UK motorists are ditching expensive air fresheners for a surprising kitchen scrap. Discover how a simple lemon rind can neutralise stubborn odours and leave your car smelling citrus-fresh for days.

New UK Car Tax Rules 2025: EV Owners to Pay

Major Vehicle Excise Duty (VED) changes are coming in 2025. Our guide explains how the new UK car tax laws will affect electric and petrol car owners, who must pay, and how to avoid penalties.

Kevin McCloud's stark warning over UK housing crisis

Grand Designs presenter Kevin McCloud delivers a blistering critique of the UK's property market, expressing deep sympathy for young buyers and calling for urgent government action on the housing crisis.

AI Housing Crisis: Australia's Looming Robodebt Disaster

Exclusive: Australian politicians are recklessly embracing AI for housing policy without proper safeguards, risking a disaster on the scale of the Robodebt scandal. Experts warn of devastating consequences for vulnerable citizens.

First-Time Buyers Delay Cars for £59k Deposits

Exclusive research reveals the heartbreaking financial trade-offs young Britons are making. Soaring mortgage deposits are forcing a generation to delay car ownership and major life events, creating a 'generation locked out' of the property market.

Deadly car smell warning: Pull over immediately

Drivers are being warned about a critical sweet smell in their vehicles that signals a potentially lethal fault. Expert mechanics reveal why ignoring it could be catastrophic.

I Paid £1 For My Car - The Legal Loophole Explained

A savvy driver reveals how he legally purchased his car for just £1 using a little-known tax loophole, saving thousands on his family vehicle. Discover the secret that's transforming car ownership in the UK.

US Home Price Surge Worsens Wealth Divide, Report Finds

Soaring house prices are creating a stark wealth divide across America. A new Zillow report shows that while homeowners see paper gains, affordability for first-time buyers has collapsed to its worst level in decades.

Teacher rejected for mortgage quits job for van life

A young teacher's dream of homeownership was crushed by a shockingly low mortgage offer. Discover how she turned rejection into liberation by quitting her job and buying a van to explore the UK.

Secret Dashboard Button Slashes Your Car's Fuel Bill

Drivers are only just discovering a secret button hiding in plain sight on their dashboard that dramatically improves fuel efficiency and saves money. Experts reveal how this one simple trick defies common motoring myths.

Hidden car tax rule could cost UK drivers £1,000s

A leading car expert reveals the crucial V5C logbook rule millions of UK drivers are ignoring. Failing to update a single detail could lead to massive fines and invalidate your insurance.

Social Media 'Car Envy' Costs UK Drivers Billions

Exclusive: A shocking new trend sees UK drivers spending billions on unnecessary car upgrades and modifications, driven by social media envy and 'keeping up with the Joneses' online. Experts warn of a personal finance crisis on our roads.

Bought a Bentley for less than a Ford Focus

A savvy UK motorist reveals his incredible story of snagging a luxury Bentley for a shockingly low price, proving that jaw-dropping deals are still possible on the used car market.

Indian Minister's 'Buy Australian Homes' Remark Sparks Fury

Indian Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal faces backlash after suggesting wealthy Indians could purchase Australian properties to ease pressure on the local housing market, a comment labelled 'tone-deaf' during a severe affordability crisis.

Australia's Rental Nightmare: 42 Tenants Per Property

A perfect storm of soaring immigration and plummeting construction has ignited an unprecedented rental crisis across Australia, with desperate tenants now facing off against dozens of competitors for a single home.

Iconic British car brand set for shock revival

In a stunning revival, a beloved British car marque is poised for a dramatic comeback, with plans to resurrect its iconic miniature vehicles, safeguarding UK jobs and electrifying the automotive industry.

Car salesman: Never bring family to dealerships

A seasoned car salesperson reveals the tactics dealerships use against families and shares expert advice on how to secure the best deal. Discover why emotional attachments cost buyers thousands.

BMW Security Crisis: 12 Million Cars Exposed to Theft

Urgent warning for UK drivers as security researchers reveal a devastating keyless entry vulnerability affecting millions of vehicles. Discover if your car is at risk and the essential steps to protect it now.

Never Press This Car Button With The Engine Off

A leading motor expert reveals the common dashboard button you must never press when your engine is off. Ignoring this advice could lead to a flat battery and a huge repair bill.

Finance minister fails basic housing question

Australia's finance minister is under fire after struggling to answer a basic housing affordability question. Critics slam the government's economic policies as out of touch with everyday Australians.

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