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Hidden car switch saves thousands on fuel

Leading motoring experts reveal how a simple dashboard switch, cruise control, can slash fuel consumption by 14%, saving drivers up to £1.65 per hour on motorways.

Petrol station inferno: Smoker's match ignites fuel

Shocking CCTV footage captures the heart-stopping moment a discarded match at a UK petrol station nearly caused catastrophe, as friends narrowly escape a fiery explosion in hair-raising close call.

EV Boom Creates £13B Treasury Black Hole

As petrol and diesel cars disappear from UK roads, the Treasury faces a massive fuel duty shortfall that could force difficult tax decisions. Discover how the switch to EVs is reshaping Britain's fiscal landscape.

OPEC pauses oil output hikes as prices surge

Global oil markets face turbulence as OPEC+ unexpectedly pauses planned output increases, sending prices soaring while UK manufacturing activity contracts sharply.

Electric Cars Produce More CO2 Than Petrol - Shock Study

Groundbreaking research challenges the green credentials of electric vehicles, showing some models generate higher lifetime emissions than traditional petrol cars, raising questions about Britain's net-zero strategy.

7 Reasons You Don't Need an Electric Car Yet

Thinking of switching to electric? Hold that thought! Our expert analysis reveals why sticking with petrol might be smarter for now. Discover the hidden costs and practical limitations of EVs in today's market.

Serial shoplifter's 100+ petrol station crime spree exposed

Notorious thief Christopher O'Kane's staggering shoplifting campaign across London petrol stations has finally been halted after accumulating over 100 offences. Discover how this prolific criminal operated and his ultimate sentencing.

Young man set on fire in Sydney family feud attack

Shocking details emerge as a 20-year-old Australian man fights for life after being allegedly doused in petrol and set on fire in what police describe as a targeted attack linked to an ongoing family dispute in Sydney's western suburbs.

McClean: Petrol bombs over poppy protest

Shocking details emerge as Republic of Ireland international James McClean reveals he and his family received petrol bombs and death threats over his refusal to wear the remembrance poppy, with police investigations ongoing.

EVs Cost More Than Petrol Cars, New Study Reveals

Groundbreaking research from the UK shows electric vehicles are now more expensive to fuel than their petrol counterparts, challenging government net-zero policies and consumer assumptions about EV ownership costs.

Australia's 2035 Petrol Car Ban: EV Revolution Needed

Australia risks being left in the dust of the global electric vehicle transition. Experts argue that setting a firm 2035 deadline for banning new petrol and diesel car sales is essential to drive infrastructure investment and consumer confidence.

Petrol crisis: Drivers face £369 fuel bill shock

UK drivers are being hammered by soaring petrol costs with average annual fuel bills set to skyrocket by £369. Experts reveal when prices might finally fall and how to save money at the pumps.

AstraZeneca cuts drug prices for NHS in Trump-backed deal

Pharmaceutical giant AstraZeneca agrees to major price reductions on life-saving medications for NHS patients in unprecedented deal supported by former President Trump, promising significant savings for Britain's healthcare system.

Morrisons fuel contamination leaves drivers with £3k bills

Supermarket giant Morrisons faces mounting pressure to compensate hundreds of motorists after a fuel contamination incident at multiple forecourts left vehicles with catastrophic engine damage and repair costs soaring into thousands.

Big Brother star jailed for petrol bomb attack

Former reality TV contestant Imogen Townley sentenced to 28 months for orchestrating Molotov cocktail attack on her ex-boyfriend's Birmingham nightclub after bitter breakup.

Aldi and Asda cut fuel prices by 5p per litre

Aldi and Asda have launched a major fuel price battle, cutting petrol and diesel costs by 5p per litre across their UK forecourts in a move that could save drivers over £2 per tank.

Contaminated Petrol Scandal: Drivers Face Huge Repair Bills

Thousands of UK drivers face costly repairs after contaminated E10 fuel was mistakenly dispensed at supermarket forecourts. The petrol contamination scandal has left motorists with broken-down vehicles and repair bills running into thousands.

LA Refinery Fire May Increase UK Petrol Prices

Major fire at Los Angeles' Marathon refinery threatens to disrupt fuel supplies and drive up gasoline costs globally, with UK motorists potentially facing higher prices at the pumps.

Oil Prices Plummet in Worst Weekly Drop Since June

Global oil markets face significant turbulence as prices head for their steepest weekly decline since June, with OPEC+ production cuts failing to offset weakening demand and economic concerns.

Holiday Price Surge Imminent - Book Now

Industry insiders warn that holiday costs are about to surge dramatically due to rising fuel prices and increased demand. Discover why booking early could save you hundreds of pounds.

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