Badenoch pledges to scrap 2030 petrol car ban after Brands Hatch visit
Tory leader Kemi Badenoch calls for an end to the 2030 ban on new petrol and diesel car sales, promising to save taxpayers billions and protect the UK car industry.
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Car Tax Reduced to £0: See Who Qualifies for Exemption
Millions of UK drivers could be eligible for a 100% Vehicle Excise Duty exemption. Discover if you qualify for zero car tax and see the full list of criteria, including disability benefits and classic cars.
Electric car market growth weakest in nearly two years
UK electric vehicle registrations saw their smallest year-on-year rise since December 2023 in November, as the overall new car market fell by 1.6%. Industry warns new EV tax could threaten green transition.
Hybrid drivers face double tax under new pay-per-mile plan
Rachel Reeves's proposed pay-per-mile electric vehicle duty will see plug-in hybrid drivers taxed twice, sparking industry warnings of a collapse in green car sales. Discover the full impact.
Brits Blast Rachel Reeves's Budget Over 'Constant Taxes'
Chancellor Rachel Reeves's Budget faces public outrage as electric vehicle owners, pub landlords, and workers feel the pinch from new tax raids. Read the full story.
Online betting firms face £1bn tax hike in Budget
Chancellor Rachel Reeves announces a major tax increase on online gambling firms, doubling the duty to 40% from April. Discover the full impact on the industry and problem gambling.
UK closes £135 import duty loophole for parcels
Chancellor Rachel Reeves confirms the end of the £135 import duty exemption for small overseas parcels, a move set to level the playing field for UK high street retailers. Discover the impact on prices and competition.
Fuel Duty Frozen, 3p EV Mileage Charge Announced
Chancellor Rachel Reeves freezes fuel duty until September 2026, then reverses the 5p cut. A new 3p-per-mile charge for electric vehicles starts in 2028 to fund road maintenance.
New 3p-per-mile EV tax announced for 2028
Chancellor Rachel Reeves reveals new Electric Vehicle Excise Duty charging 3p per mile from 2028. Learn how this pay-per-mile scheme affects EV owners and industry reactions.
Spirit suppliers collapse as 38% of pubs sound alarm
Exclusive: UK landlords report a surge in gin and whisky supplier failures, urging Chancellor Rachel Reeves to freeze excise duty in the upcoming Budget to save the industry.
UK's 3p Per Mile EV Tax Plan Gains Momentum
Chancellor Rachel Reeves considers a new pay-per-mile road pricing system for electric vehicles from 2028. Discover how this could impact drivers and the UK's transition to cleaner transport.
Electric Car Tax Roadmap Unveiled for UK Drivers
The UK government reveals its electric vehicle tax strategy, outlining how drivers will pay for road use as fuel duty revenue declines. Learn what changes await.
First UK pedestrian killed by self-driving car
A British factory worker has tragically become the first pedestrian in the UK to be killed by a self-driving vehicle in a shocking incident that raises serious questions about autonomous vehicle safety.
Pay-Per-Mile: The Inevitable Tax for Electric Cars
The Chancellor faces mounting pressure to implement pay-per-mile taxation for electric vehicles as the Treasury confronts a £25bn black hole from lost fuel duty revenues.
Australia's $33bn tobacco tax crisis hits budget
Australia faces a staggering $33 billion tax revenue shortfall as anti-smoking success backfires on Treasury projections, forcing budget rethink.
Devon man convicted for importing child sex doll
A Devon man has been convicted under the Customs and Excise Management Act for importing a child-like sex doll, marking a significant legal precedent in the UK's fight against child exploitation.
Ford, Tesla, RAM Recall Crisis Over Safety Defects
Millions of vehicles across Britain face urgent recalls as automotive giants Ford, Tesla and RAM grapple with dangerous defects putting drivers at risk. From faulty wipers to braking system failures, discover which models are affected.
Ford slashes production of key SUV and truck models
Ford Motor Company announces significant production cuts for three of its most profitable vehicle lines as consumer demand softens and dealer inventories swell.
Woman dies in Miami Beach Tesla fire tragedy
Shocking details emerge as 66-year-old Julie Eibinder dies trapped inside her burning Tesla Model S in Miami Beach, raising urgent questions about electric vehicle safety and emergency response protocols.
Student dies in Tesla Cybertruck fire with locked doors
A university student was burned alive after his Tesla Cybertruck caught fire with doors electronically locked, leaving him trapped inside the blazing vehicle in a tragic safety failure.
Off-duty Border Patrol agent arrested in Chicago vehicle attack
An off-duty US Border Patrol agent has been taken into custody after allegedly driving into multiple pedestrians in Chicago, leaving eight people injured in a chaotic scene near a city bus stop.
Student dies trapped in burning Tesla Cybertruck
Exclusive investigation reveals the horrifying final moments of a university student who became trapped inside a burning Tesla Cybertruck, raising urgent safety questions about the controversial electric vehicle's emergency systems and door mechanisms.
Tesla inferno kills man and two children in London
A devastating Tesla Model Y fire in London claims the lives of a man and two children as heroic rescuers are thwarted by the vehicle's electronic door system, sparking urgent safety questions.
Tesla Door Handles Fail, Trap Family in Fire After UK Crash
A horrific Tesla crash in the UK turns fatal as emergency crews are unable to open the electric vehicle's door handles, leading to an unthinkable tragedy. Questions mount over Tesla's safety design.
Rayner and Farage in Dual Tax Scandal Over Properties
A political firestorm ignites as both Labour's Angela Rayner and Reform's Nigel Farage face intense scrutiny over their tax affairs and property declarations, raising questions of hypocrisy and accountability.
Couple's rift over girlfriend's litter-picking habit
A British man questions his girlfriend's compulsive litter-picking habit, sparking a debate on civic duty, relationship boundaries, and environmental responsibility. Should she stop cleaning up after strangers?
Off-Duty Police Sergeant Attacked Outside Sydney Pub
An off-duty police sergeant was brutally attacked outside a Sydney pub, sustaining serious facial injuries. The alleged assailant, a 25-year-old man, has been charged with assaulting an officer.
Boris Johnson's Lucrative Post-PM Earnings Spark Scandal
Former Prime Minister Boris Johnson is accused of profiting from his contacts after leaving Downing Street, earning millions through speeches and writings while still receiving a taxpayer-funded allowance.
UK Racing's Unprecedented Strike Over Betting Levy Crisis
The entire British racing industry grinds to a halt in a historic, unified strike, sending a stark pre-budget warning to the Labour government over a proposed betting duty hike that threatens its very survival.
Zuckerberg Sues Meta in Stunning Boardroom Betrayal
Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg files a bombshell lawsuit against his own company's board, alleging a catastrophic failure in data security and a 'fundamental breach of fiduciary duty' that threatens the future of Facebook and Instagram.
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