Consumer

There have been roughly 10,000 more pothole-related callouts so far this year, prompting calls to the government to increase road funding

The car industry has warned the chancellor that “consumers respond to carrots, not sticks” and “mandates don’t make a market” as EV sales continue to …

Over 56,000 new electric cars hit the road last month, although the UK car industry doubts the sustainability of the discounts on offer

European politicians vote to protect domestic car makers in spite of trade-war risk

Average speeds on the UK’s motorways are now their lowest in over a decade, while delays hit 11 seconds per mile

Drivers face threat of double-whammy from global oil price rises and predicted jumps in fuel duty

The hydrogen-powered Vivaro can travel around 250 miles on a tankful and has a 1,000kg maximum payload

Last year NHS car parks raked in over £145 million in hospital parking fees, with some locations charging as much as £7 for two hours of parking

The average driver will now pay roughly £1.30 more to charge their car at home, or as much as £27.30 extra per year

The music industry points to 7m drivers who are still playing compact discs, and says Taylor Swift fans still love a CD

The car insurance industry has launched new Vehicle Risk Ratings, to give fresh insight into car insurability and costs

The DfT told Auto Express it has “no plans to introduce road pricing”, despite rumours drivers could be charged as much as 15p per mile

The number of deaths on UK highways fell by five per cent in 2023, with motorways statistically the safest type of road to travel on

Young people are responsible for 38 per cent of dangerous driving endorsements, reigniting calls for a GDL scheme in the UK

New figures from Nextbase show that car thefts have doubled in a decade, but conviction rates remain incredibly low

In the past year, police forces across the UK have confiscated almost 1,000 electric bikes, many of which have been illegally modified

Biden administration acts over concerns tech could be used to collect data on citizens or manipulate vehicles

New info reveals that Transport for London made over £83 million in fines last year from its red routes alone

Low global demand and exchange rate bonus sees pump prices ease - but there’s a budget looming…

Boss of cross-pavement charging firm calls for major policy change to encourage EV uptake

One lane remains closed as huge lorry blaze causes up to three hours of delays

Volkswagen aims to increase safety for both vehicle occupants and vulnerable road users

Data shows there are more alcohol-induced collisions and casualties in the three months leading up to the festive season

Which vehicle-hire firm offers the best blend of usability and keen prices?

New data shows ICE cars have been written off at twice the rate of electric cars since 2015

Breakdown and tyre vans can now display red flashing lights in high-risk situations

Time change fast in the EV market and there are plenty of reasons to take the plunge right now

Half of drivers think they can get away with offences due to limited police presence on the roads

There are only a handful of public chargers in the UK capable of topping 350kW - here’s all you need to know

Chargepoint boss says EV charging will go the way of concert tickets with dynamic pricing due within a year

Selling a car privately can yield a better price than part-exchange, but our survey underlines that there are potential risks

New data shows warehouse workers, healthcare assistants and chefs are hit hardest with the highest car insurance quotes

1,200 children are injured in collisions near schools every month and 84 per cent admit to using phones while walking to and from school

EV sales made up 22 per cent of new car sales in August, but manufacturers are still considering holding back ICE sales to hit government targets

Sceptical about selling your car on Facebook? We go over everything you need to know about the Facebook Marketplace?

Motorists have been told to plan ahead and use diversions as the M62 is shut between Manchester and Leeds