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Hands-Free mobile phone while driving, Emergency Alert Test

AA advice for drivers – Emergency Alert T...

Sep 01, 2025Comments off

On Sunday 7 September at 3pm, the UK Government will conduct a national test of the Emergency Alert system. If you’re driving at that time, please be aware that 4G and 5G mobile phones and tablets

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Battery Swap Stations get the Thumbs Up from UK Motorists

Battery swap stations get the thumbs up fro...

Aug 29, 2025Comments off

Despite significant Government investment into the UK electric vehicle (EV) charging network, new research suggests that 73% of drivers would support battery swap stations, where an EVs depleted battery could be swapped for a fully charged

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Six further cars added to Electric Car Grant

Six further cars added to Electric Car Gran...

Aug 28, 2025Comments off

The UK government has today expanded its Electric Car Grant (ECG) scheme, adding six new electric vehicle models eligible for discount—two of which qualify for the maximum £3,750 grant, with the remaining four receiving £1,500 each.

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Young drivers urged to ‘Know the HGV Zones’ this summer

Young drivers urged to ‘Know the HGV ...

Aug 28, 2025Comments off

With thousands of newly qualified drivers expected to take to the motorways for the first time this summer, National Highways and RED Driver Training are urging them to brush up on motorway safety, especially when driving

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Webfleet will present further fleet insights at Cenex Expo

Webfleet will present further fleet insight...

Aug 28, 2025Comments off

Webfleet, Bridgestone’s globally trusted fleet management solution, will present its latest digital innovations at Cenex Expo 2025, a showcase for low-carbon and connected mobility, while also serving as official data sponsor of the EV Rally 2025.

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Kia PV5 Cargo

Arnold Clark Kia to open two PBV centres

Aug 27, 2025Comments off

Arnold Clark Kia has announced plans to open two professional business van (PBV) centres in the UK later this year. The two Arnold Clark Kia PBV Centres in Glasgow and Liverpool are planned to be fully

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Changan UK expands dealer network ahead of Deepal S07 launch

Changan UK expands dealer network ahead of ...

Aug 27, 2025Comments off

Changan UK, a subsidiary of the global car manufacturer and pioneer in sustainable mobility, has announced the expansion of its dealer and support network ahead of the UK launch of the all-electric Changan Deepal S07 SUV,

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Wincanton extends partnership with Whittard of Chelsea

Wincanton extends partnership with Whittard...

Aug 27, 2025Comments off

Wincanton announces the extension of its partnership with premium tea and coffee retailer Whittard of Chelsea. The relationship, which began in 2012, has been extended to support Whittard’s ongoing UK and international growth across both eCommerce

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Stellantis shelves Level 3 self-driving program

Stellantis shelves Level 3 self-driving pro...

Aug 27, 2025Comments off

Stellantis has reportedly paused its ambitious Level 3 autonomous driving programme, known as STLA AutoDrive, just months after unveiling it as a cornerstone of the company’s technological future. This decision appears to stem from escalating costs,

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myenergi partners with OVO to make EV charging cheaper

myenergi partners with OVO to make EV charg...

Aug 26, 2025Comments off

British smart home energy technology manufacturer myenergi has announced an electrifying new partnership with OVO. The collaboration will see myenergi’s eco-smart range of zappi EV chargers, which seamlessly integrate with OVO’s Charge Anytime tariff, offered to