10 h. ago Chances of EU trucking industry hitting zero emissions targets are dire, says industry body

Just 10,000 out of economic bloc’s 6m trucks are electric and are more likely to be operating on short routesBusiness live – latest updatesThe chances of the European trucking industry hitting zero emissions targets are “dire”, an industry body has warned, as it emerged that only a tiny amount of lorries delivering goods in the EU are electric.Speaking as the European Commission prepares to water down electric car targets, the boss of the association for commercial vehicles called on the commission to commit to an urgent review of the sector, tackling problems including a lack of public charging points, a lack of tax breaks for trucks and high energy costs. Continue reading...

Events

11 h. ago Macan 4 Review: 'Proper Porsche that is practical SUV and saves you on petrol'

Mirror Motoring's Stephen Jones has to change cars and is for the first time in his life, considering an SUV and going electric, is the Porsche Macan 4 the car for him?

Politics

62 h. ago Mechanic urges motorists to 'think twice' before getting an electric car

A mechanic has warned drivers to 'think twice' before buying an electric car, as he highlights several concerns that could leave motorists forking out thousands of pounds in the long run

Transport

6 d. ago Could the Fiesta come back as a small electric car? Ford joins up with Renault to bring out two affordable EVs in 2028

Today Ford and Renault have announced a 'strategic partnership' which will see Ford use Renault's Ampere EV platform to build two affordable EVs.

Politics

6 d. ago Say hello to the Citroën ELO and hold on tight to your dreams

Citroën’s new ELO concept is a camper van, cinema and mobile office, reimagining what a small electric car can be

Politics

6 d. ago Amazon invests £50 million to expand delivery station in Bathgate ahead of Christmas

Over the past nine months, the site has undergone a significant upgrade programme, including the installation of new matrix technology, office improvements, and construction of a new three-storey car park with electric vehicle charging.

Economics

9 d. ago Most electric car drivers are happy with their motor... and only 3% would go back to petrol

An overwhelming majority of electric car drivers are happy with their vehicle and Britain's charging network, data shows.

Transport

1 week ago Tesla cuts Model 3 price in Europe as sales slide amid Musk backlash

CEO Elon Musk says lower-cost electric car will reignite demand by appealing to broader range of buyersTesla has launched the lower-priced version of its Model 3 car in Europe in a push to revive sales after a backlash against Elon Musk’s work with Donald Trump and weakening demand for electric vehicles.Musk, the electric car maker’s chief executive, has argued that the cheaper option, launched in the US in October, will reinvigorate demand by appealing to a wider range of buyers. Continue reading...

Economics

1 week ago Tesla launches cheaper version of Model 3 in Europe amid Musk sales backlash

CEO Elon Musk says lower-cost electric car will reignite demand by appealing to broader range of buyersTesla has launched the lower-priced version of its Model 3 car in Europe in a push to revive sales after a backlash against Elon Musk’s work with Donald Trump and weakening demand for electric vehicles.Musk, the electric car maker’s chief executive, has argued that the cheaper option, launched in the US in October, will reinvigorate demand by appealing to a wider range of buyers. Continue reading...

Politics

1 week ago Would it be cheaper for you to run an electric or petrol car with pay

This is Money has been crunching the numbers to reveal the impact eVED would have on annual electric car ownership bills - and how it compares to running a petrol equivalent.

Politics

1 week ago Jaguar sticks with its rebrand and electric luxury car future after abrupt exit of design chief

Gerry McGovern, one of the biggest influencers of Jaguar's recent polarising relaunch campaignt, exited the company on Monday.

Politics

1 week ago Jaguar rebrand and plans to become a fully electric luxury car maker 'are progressing' following abrupt departure of design chief

Gerry McGovern, one of the biggest influencers of Jaguar's recent polarising relaunch campaignt, exited the company on Monday.

Politics

1 week ago Electric car sales record smallest growth in two years as Rachel Reeves' pay

The deceleration in appetite for new battery cars was triggered by reports emerging ahead of the Budget last month.

Economics

1 week ago New electric car market suffers smallest growth since December 2023

The overall new car market fell by 1.6% last month, with 151,154 new cars registered.

Politics

1 week ago Winter driving mistake could land electric car owners with £11k fine

Electric car owners are being warned to take important winter safety steps to avoid hefty fines of up to £11,000 as cold weather approaches, with Kia offering their expert tips

Economics

1 week ago Major car brand knocks £8,750 off flagship SUV in huge boost for drivers – but deal ends in just DAYS

A MAJOR car giant has knocked a huge £8,750 off its flagship electric SUV - giving motorists a major boost, but with the deal set to end in just days. The limited-time offer runs from early December until February 28 2026, meaning motorists have only a short window to take advantage of the full saving...

Economics

1 week ago Hyundai Tucson review: Luxurious family SUV is a distinctive looker

One of Hyundai’s most popular models, the Tucson plug-in hybrid has plenty of feel-good luxury car vibes, including good ride comfort and excellent refinement. It’s one of the more distinctive-looking family SUVs on the move, too.

Politics

1 week ago Suzuki Across review: This perfectly named family SUV is ‘a cross’ between a Toyota and a Suzuki

Collaborations between manufacturers are becoming commonplace these days and the Across is a joining of forces between Toyota and Suzuki. The result is a car bearing a striking resemblance to the former’s RAV4 but with its own design cues thrown in

Politics

1 week ago Kia EV5 review – could Kia’s latest EV be yet another World Car winner?

Think of the EV5 as an all-electric Kia Sportage that sits in Kia’s ginormous EV line-up alongside the EV3, EV4, EV6 and EV9.

Politics

1 week ago Electric Car Grant expanded 4 new models added making 40 with up to £3,750

Ford, Citroen, Mini, Vauxhall, Nissan, Renault, Skoda, Toyota and Volkswagen all included in the scheme

Economics