General Motors takes $7bn hit from EV pullback
General Motors records a massive $7.1bn quarterly loss, largely due to scaling back its electric vehicle ambitions amid shifting US policy and waning consumer demand. Read the full analysis.
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General Motors reports $7bn loss from EV pullback
General Motors records a massive $7.1bn quarterly loss, primarily due to scaling back electric vehicle investments following a US policy reversal. Read the full analysis.
UK EV sales surge 23.9% in 2025 as market grows 3.5%
UK new car registrations grew 3.5% in 2025, surpassing 2 million sales. Electric vehicle demand surged, with battery EV registrations up 23.9%, capturing a 23.4% market share. Read the full analysis.
UK EV sales surge 24% as new car market grows 3.5%
UK new car registrations grew 3.5% in 2025, surpassing 2 million vehicles. Pure electric car sales jumped nearly 24%, capturing a 23.4% market share. Read the full industry analysis.
Car makers paid £5.5bn in UK electric vehicle discounts
Manufacturers spent billions on discounts to boost electric car sales and meet strict government targets. Will Labour's review ease the pressure? Read the full analysis.
£5.5bn in EV discounts offered by UK car makers
UK car manufacturers gave £5.5bn in discounts on electric vehicles last year, averaging £11,000 per car, to meet strict sales targets. Industry calls for Labour to review 2030 ban.
EVs achieve 352 MPG equivalent in fuel cost study
New research shows electric cars can travel 352 miles for the cost of a gallon of petrol. Discover how smart tariffs make EVs vastly cheaper to run, despite public charging challenges.
Best Used EVs 2026: Top 10 Second-Hand Electric Cars
Discover the top 10 used electric cars for 2026, from budget-friendly Nissan Leafs to luxury Porsche Taycans. Our EV Editor's guide reveals the best second-hand EV bargains and smart buying tips.
Tesla loses world's top EV maker crown to BYD
Tesla's electric vehicle sales fell for a second year, allowing Chinese rival BYD to become the new global leader. Discover the reasons behind the shift and what's next for Elon Musk's company.
Tesla loses world's biggest EV maker title to BYD
Tesla's sales fell for a second consecutive year, allowing Chinese rival BYD to claim the top spot in the global electric vehicle market. Discover the factors behind the shift.
Australia's 2026 EV Boom Faces Potential Tax Changes
Australia's electric vehicle market is poised for a major expansion in 2026 with new affordable and luxury models, but faces potential regulatory changes including a road-user charge. Discover the cars coming and the policy challenges ahead.
10 New EVs for Australia in 2026, Mazda 6e Debuts
Australia's EV market expands with 10 new models, including Mazda's first electric car, but experts warn proposed road-user charges could stifle growth and hurt emissions targets.
Alpine A390 Review: F1-Inspired EV Excels on Road
The Alpine A390 electric SUV offers brilliant F1-inspired handling and style, but rear-seat space disappoints. Is this £61k+ EV a true family car? Read our full verdict.
Tesla EU sales fall 34% as Chinese rivals surge
Tesla's European registrations tumbled by over a third in November, as a consumer backlash and fierce competition from China's BYD hit the EV maker. Discover the shifting dynamics of the electric car market.
VW Delays US Buzz Electric Van Until 2027
Volkswagen pauses US sales of its electric ID. Buzz for 2026, citing a cooling EV market and disappointing sales. The rebooted model is now slated for a 2027 arrival. Read the full analysis.
Hyundai Ioniq 9: A new luxury electric SUV contender
Auto Express editor Steve Fowler is living with the new Hyundai Ioniq 9 electric SUV. Can this £79k Korean flagship compete with luxury icons like the Range Rover? Read his first report.
Nissan Sunderland launches new Leaf amid EV slowdown
Nissan has launched production of the third-generation Leaf at its Sunderland plant following a £450m upgrade. The move comes as the global EV transition slows, with Nissan scaling back its own European electrification targets.
Red Tape Cut to Speed Up Public EV Charger Rollout
New Planning and Infrastructure Act removes key licensing barrier for chargepoint operators, alongside £600m funding boost and measures to cut costs for drivers. Read the full details.
Meghan Markle criticised for 'dangerous' kid breakfast idea
The Duchess of Sussex faces criticism after suggesting children eat yogurt parfaits from delicate glass coupes. Parents warn of injury risks and question her relatability.
AI workers distrust models they help create
AI workers reveal they distrust the models they train due to rushed timelines compromising quality. Learn why insiders warn friends and family to avoid AI tools.
Harry's Meghan Fear: Repeating Diana's Media Ordeal
Royal insiders reveal Prince Harry's deepening anxiety about Meghan's safety as public scrutiny intensifies, drawing painful parallels to his mother's experience with media attention.
Scarborough fireworks chaos leaves thousands in gridlock
Massive traffic jams and safety fears grip North Yorkshire coastal town after annual fireworks event sparks transport meltdown, leaving families stranded for hours.
Claudia Winkleman's Piano Show Cancelled Over Safety Fears
The BBC has halted production on Claudia Winkleman's upcoming series 'The Piano' after alarming safety issues emerged during filming at Manchester's Manchester Cathedral, leaving crew members shaken.
Taylor Swift spends £2M on security amid safety concerns
Global superstar Taylor Swift has dramatically increased her personal security spending to over £2 million following multiple security breaches and escalating fears for her safety during public appearances and tour dates.
Flight attendants fired over bed bug safety refusal
Exclusive: Aviation staff terminated after health and safety standoff over aircraft reportedly crawling with bed bugs during Dublin-bound flight, raising serious questions about passenger and crew welfare.
School safety fears over refugee camp proximity
Furious parents demand action as children face 'unacceptable risks' near controversial refugee accommodation site. Council insists pupil welfare remains 'absolute priority' despite mounting concerns.
Social Media's Toxic Perfection Harms Kids' Mental Health
Exclusive: British parents reveal how social media's unrealistic beauty standards and dangerous content are creating a mental health crisis among children, with urgent calls for government intervention.
Mother's tearful plea over migrant crime fears
An emotional mother speaks out about living in fear after disturbing crimes committed by illegal migrants are exposed across Britain
NSW Prisons Lockdown as Guards Strike Over Safety
Correctional officers across New South Wales have walked off the job, plunging the state's prison system into complete lockdown amid escalating concerns about staff safety and chronic understaffing.
Army barracks £1.3m migrant makeover sparks safety fury
Exclusive: Merville Barracks in Colchester undergoes massive taxpayer-funded renovation to house asylum seekers while residents voice security concerns and government faces growing backlash.
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