2 h. ago UK will have to follow EU and delay ban on sale of diesel and petrol cars, experts warn

Labour environment secretary Ed Miliband under pressure as Europe prepares to water down key net zero pledge

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6 h. ago EU’s 2035 petrol and diesel car ban will be watered down, says senior MEP

Decision would anger environmental campaigners, who say it would amount to ‘gutting’ of green dealBusiness live – latest updates The EU’s outright ban on the sale of new petrol and diesel cars from 2035 is poised to be watered down, a senior European parliament politician has said.The decision, expected to be unveiled by the European Commission on Tuesday in Strasbourg, would be a divisive move, angering environmental campaigners who argue it would amount to the “gutting” of the EU’s flagship green deal. Continue reading...

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10 h. ago Ed Miliband faces massive pressure to ditch UK's 2035 petrol and diesel car sales ban as EU drops move

Net Zero Secretary Ed Miliband has been left isolated after a Brussels kingmaker declared that the bloc's deadline for ending sales is being dropped.

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21 h. ago Three banks where you can redeem credit card rewards for gift cards

‘Gift cards are a standard part of almost every major credit card rewards ecosystem,’ one expert said

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53 h. ago Pressing two buttons in your car clears foggy windscreens fast

Car experts say a simple two-button combination can help clear foggy windscreens quickly, rather than having to manually clean it every single time you're in a rush

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57 h. ago A&E patient 'waits two days' for bed as research reveals 'shameful' scale of corridor care

The study "reinforces that the shameful practice of corridor care is endemic in emergency departments in the UK," experts warn

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66 h. ago Terminally ill Britons could move to Scotland for an assisted death – academic

Hertfordshire University expert Dr Claudia Carr said Scotland could be viewed as having a ‘more positive climate’ for assisted dying.

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3 d. ago Are heavy EVs more likely to kill pedestrians in collisions than petrol and diesel cars?

With batteries adding additional bulk, there have been growing concerns that EVs pose a greater risk to pedestrians. A University of Leeds study has analysed UK crash data to find the answers.

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3 d. ago Expert shares 1 simple method to keep rats out of your car this winter

A motoring expert has shared a two-pronged approach to protecting your vehicle from rodents seeking warmth during cold snaps

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4 d. ago Labour under pressure to delay 2030 ban on new petrol and diesel cars with EU primed to push back its deadline

Brussels is reportedly preparing to announce that its ban will be delayed by five years to 2040 - a decade later than Britain's plan to outlaw sales of combustion engine models.

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5 d. ago Car expert shares his easy defogging method that's worked wonders 'for a decade'

A car detailer has shared his go-to windscreen defogging method using just one item which he's used for over a decade to create streak-free windows, and it works well

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5 d. ago All UK motorists urged to make 1 car check before driving this Christmas

UK motorists have been urged to make a quick check before driving their cars this Christmas. The advice comes from an expert who's warned about the dangers of failing to do so

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5 d. ago UK motorists urged to make 1 check before driving cars in December

As the festive season approaches, millions of Brits will be hitting the roads, but car expert Tina Newman has urged motorists to make a simple check before they travel in December

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6 d. ago The eight festive bottles that will go down a treat this Christmas – including a show

EVERYONE likes a little tipple at Christmas. Drinks expert Carmen O’Neal, aka Cocktail Carmen, reveals eight festive bottles which will go down a treat with their recipients. Ukiyo Japanese Blossom Gin, 700ml, £32 Fusing cherry blossom, yuzu citrus and traditional Japanese botanicals, this is light, floral and refreshing – just perfect for someone stylsih who...

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6 d. ago Princess Kate’s ‘authentic joy’ is redefining the Royal Family’s ‘stilted’ festive season

With the Princess of Wales “excitement and confidence” on full display at last night’s carol service, a body language expert believes she has cemented herself as the “royal spirit of Christmas”

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6 d. ago PR expert shares 'real' reason why Holly Willoughby's career went downhill

The TV presenter recently admitted to driving without due care and attention after knocking a man off his scooter.

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6 d. ago 'I'm a PR expert and this is the real reason Holly Willoughby's career crumbled'

The star, who recently returned to our screens after a horrific rape and kidnap plot, has found herself at a crisis point after admitting to driving without due care and attention via post

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6 d. ago Used car expert gives exact age a vehicle should be when buying for best value

Understanding which age bracket offers the maximum value could be the difference between a smart investment and an expensive regret

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7 d. ago Ultimate Christmas car playlist: 25 expertly chosen songs 'guaranteed' to boost your mood

Music psychologist Dr Claire Renfrew has created the 'World's Happiest Christmas Car Playlist', designed to help keep everyone smiling during stressful holiday journeys

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7 d. ago Experts reveal why store credit cards are a tricky option for buying holiday gifts

Deferred interest and high annual percentage rates (APR) can make store credit cards costly

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