Tag: environment

EU Scraps the 2035 Petrol Car Ban – So Where Does That Leave the UK?

BREAKING: This is big news – EU hasn’t just delayed the petrol car brand, it’s scrapped it, but there are conditions…

For years, we were told the end was nigh for petrol and diesel cars in Europe. 2035 was the date. No debate. No flexibility. No alternatives. Except… that’s just changed. Quietly, but significantly, the European Union has performed a major U-turn on its planned ban on new petrol and diesel car sales from 2035. And while some headlines are still framing this as a “delay” or a “watering down”, the reality is far more profound. In practical terms, the 2035 petrol car ban has been scrapped.

And that raises an awkward, unavoidable question for the UK.

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Speeding Fine Loopholes – How to Get Your Ticket CANCELLED (Legally!)

Think you’ve just been caught speeding? Don’t panic – your ticket might not stick. Here are five real-world legal loopholes that UK drivers have used to get fines cancelled… completely legally

Some drivers slam the brakes when they see a speed camera flash. Others lose the will to drive knowing they are done for, and that there’s no reprieve. Or is there? What if I told you that your speeding fine might not be as rock-solid as they want you to believe?

Welcome to the glitch in the matrix – where bureaucracy stumbles, signs disappear, and the law plays catch-up. Yes, there really are loopholes in UK speed trap enforcement – and believe it or not, they’ve worked for plenty of people, including one very famous David Beckham. Let’s break it down – what the law says, what real cases have shown, and how you might be able to challenge that dreaded Notice of Intended Prosecution (NIP).

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ULEZ Expansion 2023: Air Quality Report Fact-Checked!

ULEZ Expansion Results Are In… But Do They Even Matter?

Have you heard the news? London’s air pollution has plummeted since the Ultra Low Emission Zone (ULEZ) expansion in 2023. A victory for public health? A triumph for the Mayor of London? That’s what they’d have you believe. But let’s take a closer look—because once we break it down, things aren’t quite as they seem.

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Sustainable Fuel: Future or a Fantasy?

Expert Q&A with David Richardson of Sustain and Coryton

When we talk about the future of motoring, sustainable fuels spark some serious debate. Are they genuinely viable alternatives, or just a faux “green-washed” stepping stone? Recently, I had the chance to catch up with David Richardson of Coryton and Sustain at the St James Motoring Spectacle. We tackled the key questions and concerns that both EV fans and petrolheads have raised, looking into the feasibility, practicality, and cost of sustainable fuels for everyday use and classic car preservation. Let’s break down the conversation and see where sustainable fuels stand in today’s petrol-versus-EV-versus-biofuel world.

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EVs vs Internal Combustion Engines

2023 Cradle To Grave Study Debunks Myths!

Which is ultimately best for the environment? A brand new Cradle-to-Grave study compares Electric Cars to Internal Combustion Engine Cars and reveals surprising results! In this eye-opening video, I delve deep into the battery-powered Electric Vehicle (EV) versus Internal Combustion Engine (ICE) debate. I take a comprehensive look at the research conducted by Fair Fuel UK, ABD (Alliance of British Drivers), and MAG (Motorcycle Action Group). Discover the surprising findings that challenge the popular notion of EVs being environmentally superior. From CO2 emissions to manufacturing processes, we uncover the truth about the ecological impact of both vehicle types. Don’t miss this thought-provoking discussion that aims to separate fact from fiction in the world of automotive technology.

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ULEZ Podcast: Matthew Goodwin-Freeman (Harrow Councillor)

The Young Man That Grilled Sadiq Khan!

Welcome to my ULEZ Podcast in the Ultimate Podcast Machine (my 1989 BMW 325i E30) with Harrow Councillor, Matthew Goodwin-Freeman, the famous young man that grilled Sadiq Khan over ULEZ at a Mayor’s Question Time event. We finally got together for a proper chat regarding ULEZ, how it will impact people, the duplicity from the Mayor’s office, where things stand now, the mayoral candidates, and where things will go in the future. If you’re a Londoner, this is must-listen, if you are concerned about ULEZ you CANNOT miss this – please make sure you Like, Comment and SHARE!

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ULEZ Update: Mayor Nominees’ ULEZ Stance?

Where 2024 Mayoral Candidates Stand on ULEZ? Conservative Nomination Shortlist Analysed

The Conservative Party has just finalised its shortlist of three finalists trying to get the party’s nomination for the Mayoral election next year (2 May 2024). The winning candidate will be announced on 19 July after a series of hustings and ballot of party members. I thought I’d take this moment to take a look at all the major known current candidates we have vying for the position of the next Mayor of London, and where they stand on ULEZ.

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5 things I’ve learned in Lockdown. No, a new language isn’t one of them

Epiphanic Lockdown Revelations: we’re all idiots, we’re all amazing and… no, we’re all still just idiots

Have you gained superior wisdomfrom this virus experience, even though it’s not quite over and everyone’s utterly confused right now? Why the confusion? What tabloid have you been on? Read on…

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