EV Update: Labour Reverses 2035 Ban

Plus ZEV Mandate Miss, and latest battery tech and charging infrastructure updates

The electric vehicle (EV) revolution is rolling forward, but not without its share of twists, turns, and roadblocks. The UK has seen impressive EV sales growth, but recent political decisions are shaking things up. Labour has officially reversed the 2035 ban on petrol and diesel car sales, bringing the deadline back to 2030. So, what does this mean for the car industry, buyers, and the broader push for electrification?

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Scottish Speed Limit Review

Why You Need to Act NOW!

Scotland, oh beautiful Scotland – home to some of the world’s most breathtaking driving roads. It’s where the tarmac winds through valleys and over hills, offering an exhilarating experience to anyone behind the wheel. But now, a blanket 50mph speed limit is being proposed for all single carriageways, and quite frankly, it’s a bit of a slap in the face for those of us who truly cherish the joy of driving.

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05/01/2025 0

Predictions: The War on Motorists to Explode in 2025?

Chaos, Rebellion, and the Death of Driving?

Well, hello 2025. What fresh hell do you have in store for us, eh? One thing no one can take away from us is our imagination. So, let’s picture a world where the simple act of driving has become as complicated and soul-destroying as trying to get through to a human being in customer services. Your call is important to them, they assure you – almost as important as this warning of the dystopian nightmare our motoring future could become.

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How AI Cameras Are Catching Drink Drivers

Everything You Need to Know about the clever new traffic cameras

Imagine a world where advanced technology takes the wheel in road safety, saving lives and preventing tragedies. That world is fast becoming a reality, thanks to the revolutionary AI-powered traffic cameras currently being trialled in Devon and Cornwall. These cutting-edge devices are not just monitoring speeds or seatbelt use – they’re designed to detect drink and drug drivers, potentially reshaping how road safety is enforced across the UK. Here’s everything you need to know about this groundbreaking technology and its implications.

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30/12/2024 0

Pain and Glory 2024

Burnouts, Battles, and Resilience – It’s been a tough year

Year-end; time to reflect, react and contemplate. A tough 12 months, that’s for sure. Didn’t go to plan, that too an understatement. But did it beat me? Nearly. Did it scar me? Definitely. Don’t hesitate to hit play on the video below – my words, SUNO’s sounds. It’s something that you might relate to, it’s something that might soothe, maybe even inspire some hope. But as for reading the rest of this, if you share a state of mind as delicate as mine, best to cease now, and click away. Check out my automotive year in review instead, it’s kinda funny. It may amuse and distract. But peruse below only at your peril.

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2024 – Car Year in Review

Motoring Madness: Hilarious look back at the year that was including EVs, Robots & Rod Stewart vs Potholes!

2024 has been a crazy year for the car world – it’s been madder than an Uber driver on an airport run during peak London rush hour, nastier than a two-day-old petrol station tuna sandwich, and more confused than a glitchy driverless Tesla trying to find its way out of a car park.

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22/12/2024 1

BREAKING NEWS: Honda and Nissan Discuss Merger

Should the Japanese giants merge? What would it mean for the auto-industry?

It’s not every day you hear two automotive giants like Honda and Nissan mentioned in the same sentence with the word “merger.” But that’s exactly what’s happening, according to a report from Nikkei. Two of Japan’s biggest car manufacturers are reportedly in preliminary talks to join forces, and if this goes ahead, it could be one of the biggest shake-ups the car industry has seen in decades.

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Porsche 928 GTS Review

The Grand Tourer That Defined Cool

Back in the day, I loved this thing. As a sci-fi fan, the Porsche 928’s sleek, rounded, pod-like aesthetic appealed to me. It’s astonishing and hard to believe, frankly, that the Stuttgart sports car company released this futuristic V8-powered 2+2 GT way back in 1977 – 47 years ago! Perhaps less surprisingly, it had an incredibly long production run of 18 years right up to 1995, and even today, it looks entirely contemporary and in no way dated at all!

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16/12/2024 1

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“Losing yourself in a good book has been shown to reduce your levels of stress. Research by Dr David Lewis showed that reading as little as six minutes a day can reduce stress levels by 60% by reducing your heart rate, easing muscle tension and altering your state of mind. That same study showed that reading was better at reducing stress than music, drinking a cup of tea, going for a walk and playing video games.” So get my books “How to be an Automotive Content Creator, Motoring Journalist and Car Influencer”, “The ULEZ Files” & “Quantum Races” from Amazon!

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15/12/2024 106

Road Tax Shocker: Massive VED Changes for 2025!

All the details you need to know about the road tax rises coming in April 2025

From April 2025, the UK government is overhauling Vehicle Excise Duty (VED), or road tax, with changes that will impact every type of driver. Whether you’re running a gas-guzzling SUV, a sensible diesel, or even a zero-emission EV, there’s no escaping the rising costs. Here’s everything you need to know about these changes, what they mean for your car, and how much you’ll be paying.

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