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States Sue Trump Over $2bn EV Charging Fund Withholding

A coalition of 16 US states and Washington DC is suing the Trump administration for unlawfully withholding over $2 billion in electric vehicle charging infrastructure funding. Read the latest on this major legal clash over climate policy.

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.

Driver fined £50 for Christmas lights on car

A motorist in Poole was pulled over by police for covering his car in festive fairy lights, breaching traffic laws and facing a potential £50 fine. Discover the rules for vehicle decorations.

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.

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.

Dieselgate: UK Drivers Win Landmark Compensation Case

In a groundbreaking legal decision, British motorists deceived by diesel emissions scandals move closer to receiving compensation as courts rule manufacturers deliberately misled consumers about vehicle environmental performance.

Woman dies in Miami Beach Tesla fire tragedy

Shocking details emerge as 66-year-old Julie Eibinder dies trapped inside her burning Tesla Model S in Miami Beach, raising urgent questions about electric vehicle safety and emergency response protocols.

Student dies trapped in burning Tesla Cybertruck

Exclusive investigation reveals the horrifying final moments of a university student who became trapped inside a burning Tesla Cybertruck, raising urgent safety questions about the controversial electric vehicle's emergency systems and door mechanisms.

Tesla inferno kills man and two children in London

A devastating Tesla Model Y fire in London claims the lives of a man and two children as heroic rescuers are thwarted by the vehicle's electronic door system, sparking urgent safety questions.

Parking car in garage could lead to £1,000 fine

Motorists are being warned of a costly and little-known driving law that could see them fined for parking a car in their own garage. Experts reveal the common mistake that invalidates insurance.

UK Drink-Drive Limits May Be Cut

The UK government is considering lowering the drink-drive limit in England and Wales to match Scotland's stricter laws, aiming to reduce road fatalities.

Backyard beauty treatments face UK ban

The UK government is set to ban unlicensed cosmetic treatments performed in homes, sparking debate over safety and accessibility. Here's what you need to know.

UK may require eye tests for older drivers

The UK government is proposing stricter road safety measures, including mandatory eye tests for older drivers, to reduce accidents and improve public safety.

Air con law could increase heatwave deaths

A proposed law mandating air conditioning in UK homes has raised concerns among experts who fear it could lead to increased fatalities due to extreme heat. Critics argue the policy fails to address the root causes of overheating in buildings.

Nissan, Vauxhall fail UK safety standards

Several major car manufacturers, including Nissan and Vauxhall, are selling vehicles that do not meet UK safety regulations, according to a recent investigation by Auto Trader and the Department for Transport.

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