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Electric car market growth weakest in nearly two years

UK electric vehicle registrations saw their smallest year-on-year rise since December 2023 in November, as the overall new car market fell by 1.6%. Industry warns new EV tax could threaten green transition.

New Female Crash Dummy Aims to Make Cars Safer

The US Department of Transportation has endorsed a new female crash test dummy designed to better protect women, who face significantly higher injury risks. Discover how this could revolutionise vehicle safety.

First UK pedestrian killed by self-driving car

A British factory worker has tragically become the first pedestrian in the UK to be killed by a self-driving vehicle in a shocking incident that raises serious questions about autonomous vehicle safety.

Car Explosion Rocks NYC Street in Dramatic Blaze

Shocking footage captures the moment a parked vehicle erupts in flames on a Manhattan street, sending plumes of black smoke billowing across the city skyline as emergency services rush to the scene.

Melbourne Family's Miracle Escape from Burning Car

A Melbourne mother and her two young children miraculously survived a horrific car fire that engulfed their vehicle during the school run in Dromana. Community rallies with overwhelming support.

DVSA's urgent winter tyre warning for UK drivers

Drivers across the UK are being urged to perform a crucial 20p tyre test as freezing conditions set in. The DVSA reveals how this simple check could prevent accidents and keep you safe on icy roads.

Daring Hudson River rescue saves American swimmer

A 28-year-old American man's dangerous swim across the Hudson River from Manhattan to New Jersey prompted a multi-agency rescue operation after he was spotted struggling in strong currents near Jersey City.

Private jet emergency landing at Louisville airport

A harrowing aviation incident unfolded at Louisville Muhammad Ali International Airport when a private jet experienced landing gear failure, forcing an emergency landing and sparking a major emergency response.

Mother dies twice after iPhone crash detection fails

Shocking investigation reveals how Apple's emergency SOS feature failed to save a mother who died twice following a devastating crash, raising serious questions about smartphone safety technology.

JetBlue A320 emergency landing after engine failure

A JetBlue flight from Tampa to Mexico declared a mid-air emergency after experiencing catastrophic engine failure, forcing pilots to dump fuel and make a heart-stopping return to Tampa International Airport.

Honda Under Probe for Exploding Airbags in UK

Japanese automaker Honda confronts urgent investigation as potentially lethal airbags risk exploding with deadly force, prompting major safety concerns across Britain's roads.

JetBlue flight plunges mid-air, injuring passengers

A JetBlue flight from Florida to Puerto Rico experienced a sudden, dramatic altitude drop causing injuries and panic among passengers. Emergency protocols activated as aircraft makes safe return to Fort Lauderdale.

Ford, Tesla, RAM Recall Crisis Over Safety Defects

Millions of vehicles across Britain face urgent recalls as automotive giants Ford, Tesla and RAM grapple with dangerous defects putting drivers at risk. From faulty wipers to braking system failures, discover which models are affected.

Eastern Airways flight declares emergency over UK

A dramatic mid-air emergency unfolded as an Eastern Airways flight declared an emergency while flying over the UK, prompting a major response from emergency services and raising serious safety concerns.

Boeing 737 MAX Emergency Landing After Engine Failure

A United Airlines Boeing 737 MAX experienced a severe inflight emergency, making an unscheduled landing in St. Louis after suffering engine and structural damage. Latest developments on the alarming incident.

Boeing 777's emergency plunge forces Turkey landing

A United Airlines Boeing 777 carrying 273 passengers experienced a severe mid-air emergency, plummeting dramatically before making an emergency landing in Turkey. Exclusive details reveal the terrifying moments aboard Flight UA959.

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