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Drivers urged to keep sunglasses in cars this April as sun glare poses safety risk
1+ day, 21+ hour ago (278+ words) Drivers are being warned to carry a dedicated pair of sunglasses this in their vehicles this spring as glare-related accidents increase. Sunlight can impair vision, making sunglasses essential for safe driving this season Experts say sudden bursts of bright sunlight,…...
Lexus builds engagement and excitement with Interactive Manual Drive
4+ day, 23+ hour ago (312+ words) Interactive Manual Drive has been introduced in the new Lexus RZ 550e F Sport model, adding to the emotional appeal generated by the car's dynamic styling and performance. The driver can engage the system simply by pressing the M mode button…...
Electric car drivers warned energy cost surge could push prices up
5+ day, 21+ hour ago (297+ words) Electric vehicle (EV) drivers in the UK could face rising charging costs after energy prices for public chargepoint operators soared by tens of thousands of per cent, industry figures warn. Drivers warned energy cost hikes could push EV charging prices…...
Drivers urged to keep sunglasses in cars during March to avoid crashes
1+ mon, 1+ day ago (322+ words) Drivers are being told to keep one essential item in their cars this month. Drivers told to wear sunglasses to avoid dangerous glare from the low spring sun Motoring experts say motorists should carry sunglasses during March, as the low…...
Electric car drivers tracked through phones
1+ mon, 3+ day ago (215+ words) Electric car drivers have been monitored by the government through their mobile phones. EV drivers are being spied on by the Government via mobile phones The data was later anonymised and aggregated before being shared with the government. Andy Palmer,…...
Drivers warned over tyre tread risk £10,000 fine and 12 point penalty
1+ mon, 3+ week ago (188+ words) UK motorists could face fines of up to "10,000 and 12 penalty points if their tyres fail to meet legal requirements, motoring experts have warned. Motoring experts warn UK drivers to check tyre tread using the 20p test, or face fines up to…...
Electric vehicle sales overtake petrol cars in EU for first time
2+ mon, 1+ week ago (321+ words) Sales of fully electric cars have overtaken petrol vehicles in the European Union for the first time, marking a historic turning point in the continent's shift away from fossil fuels. Electric vehicle "sales "overtake "petrol "cars New figures published by…...
Northern Ireland to introduce Graduated Driving Licences
2+ mon, 1+ week ago (334+ words) Northern Ireland will become the first part of the UK to introduce Graduated Driving Licences (GDL), with reforms set to take effect in October 2026, affecting thousands of learner drivers. Northern Ireland leads UK in driver safety reform The Department for…...
Grey remains UK's best-selling car colour
2+ mon, 1+ week ago (301+ words) Grey continued to dominate UK roads in 2025, holding its title as the nation's most popular car colour for the eighth consecutive year. Grey, black, and blue remain the top choices for UK drivers, while green surges among electric vehicles Britain's…...
RAC warns drivers they may be wasting fuel warming engines
2+ mon, 2+ week ago (316+ words) Drivers may be wasting fuel and money by idling their engines on cold winter mornings, the RAC has warned. Idling engines in cold weather wastes fuel and is unnecessary for modern vehicles Despite the common practice of allowing vehicles to…...