21 h. ago Starmer cannot have armoured electric Range Rover ‘because of bomb risk’

Jaguar Land Rover says ‘required safety levels cannot be achieved’ for EVs so PM must to stick to petrol versionWould-be car buyers considering ditching petrol for electric tend to fret – not always correctly – about higher upfront costs, access to chargers and whether their battery will last on long journeys.But Keir Starmer has an unusual obstacle to making the switch – Britain’s largest carmaker has claimed electric vehicles (EVs) do not offer adequate bomb protection. Continue reading...

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21 h. ago Jaguar Land Rover lobbied to exclude armoured cars from UK EV targets

Carmaker said ‘required safety levels cannot be achieved’ – meaning PM’s Range Rovers will not be made electricWould-be car buyers considering ditching petrol for electric tend to fret – not always correctly – about higher upfront costs, access to chargers and whether their battery will last on long journeys.But Keir Starmer has an unusual obstacle to making the switch – Britain’s largest carmaker has claimed electric vehicles (EVs) do not offer adequate bomb protection. Continue reading...

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24 h. ago Electric vehicles are the answer to London’s hellish transport crisis

Electric vehicles are the answer to London’s hellish transport crisis  The Telegraph

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26 h. ago 'We've tested every electric car in the UK and this is the one you should buy'

A group of car experts from a renowned motoring publication have come together to decide which is the best electric vehicle on sale in the UK

Politics

50 h. ago New rule for anyone in England with a driveway is now in force

The Government announced in May that it was reducing rules for drivers and businesses across England with immediate effect, impacting people who own electric vehicles

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3 d. ago I'm an EV expert and this trick will save you and your family money

Electric vehicle expert Alex Thwaites reveals why they’re good for the environment - and your bank balance

Science

4 d. ago New fastest EV on earth named after BYD car records staggering 294mph speed

The incredibly quick Yangwang U9 Track Edition represents a staggering leap forward for electric performance cars, setting a new standard for production electric vehicles

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4 d. ago Two electric cars available for significant discount as government scheme revealed

Two new electric cars have been revealed as the first to qualify for the UK's top electric vehicle grant

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5 d. ago Blow for Elon Musk as Tesla sales fall 40% in Europe despite rise in customers buying EVs

The company continues to lose market share, now selling fewer than 1 per cent of EVs in the region

Economics

5 d. ago Anyone who owns new car model eligible for £1,500 discount from today

The first group of electric vehicle models that qualify for the grants has been announced

Economics

5 d. ago Living with an electric BMW iX: the perfect summer getaway car

BMW has made a family-friendly all-electric SUV that is still fun to drive

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6 d. ago Unions seek broader foothold in the South as workers vote at an EV battery plant in Kentucky

Employees will resume casting ballots as a pivotal decision is looming for a Kentucky manufacturing complex that will produce batteries for Ford electric vehicles

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6 d. ago Trump administration is investing in US rare earths in a push to break China's grip

The U.S. is ramping up efforts to boost production of crucial components used in electric vehicles, smartphones and fighter jets

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9 d. ago Don't make one common mistake that could 'ruin' your electric vehicle

By following the advice of insiders and allowing time for a little preparation, you can ensure a smoother and more stress-free driving experience in your electric vehicle

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1 week ago Beyond a city break: This road trip planner helps you explore hidden gems just a car ride from European cities (score car hire from just £4)

SHOPPING: Skyscanner and its new planning widget and car hire feature is here to help you plan unforgettable road trips from popular destinations with ease.

Economics

1 week ago Former NBA star Shawn Kemp gets 30 days of home monitoring for Washington parking lot shooting

Former NBA star Shawn Kemp was sentenced to 30 days of electronic home monitoring for shooting at two men inside a vehicle in a Washington state mall parking lot

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1 week ago From Abbey Road to your road – how Polestar squeezed The Beatles’ legendary studio into a car

Our EV Editor, Steve Fowler, tests the Bowers & Wilkins in-car audio system of the Polestar 3, which comes with a special setting tuned by the engineers at the world’s greatest recording studio

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1 week ago ‘A nuisance and an eyesore’: hire ebikes accumulate at London border between rival firms

Chiswick Bridge now a frontline in turf war as Richmond and Hounslow councils have licensed different operatorsScattered across pavements, propped against trees and toppled over in bushes, dozens of electric Lime bikes have begun to dominate a 200-metre stretch of road just south of Chiswick Bridge. This is the point where the motors on the hired bikes abruptly stop functioning as they cross the boundary between Richmond and Hounslow, a frontline in what residents describe as a turf war between rival companies.While ebikes for hire have become an increasingly popular mode of transport in London, fractured regulation means customers can ride them through some boroughs with ease but find that in others they cannot ride or park them. Continue reading...

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1 week ago Cheap Chinese electric vehicles will dominate UK roads if European car makers retain focus on upmarket SUVs

Chinese EV makers have already secured a 10% share of the UK's new car market - and a new report says they are poised to dominate Britain's roads in the coming years.

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1 week ago So much for cheap Chinese cars, the BYD Atto 2 is an expensive one

New Chinese mid-size electric SUV goes on sale with prices starting at £30,850

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