Smart motorway safety targets for detecting stranded vehicles are being missed, a regulator has found.
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Top Gear ‘fully investigating’ accident that led to Andrew Flintoff injury
Top Gear has stressed “all health and safety procedures” were followed ahead of host Andrew “Freddie” Flintoff’s injury during filming and confirmed the incident is being “fully investigated”.
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Vauxhall Mokka Electric upgraded with extra power and range
Vauxhall has introduced a new 54kWh battery on the Mokka Electric, with the range increasing to 252 miles (WLTP) – an improvement of 20% over the outgoing 50kWh unit.
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UK regions with the most disqualified drivers revealed
The areas of the UK with the highest number of disqualified drivers in 2021 have been revealed.
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Top Gear host Andrew Flintoff injured in accident while filming show
Top Gear presenter Andrew “Freddie” Flintoff was injured and taken to hospital to receive medical treatment after being involved in an accident while filming for the show.
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Vehicle breakdowns hit record levels on freezing roads
Vehicle breakdowns reached record levels on Monday due to freezing conditions across the UK.
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Stellantis to supply all-electric vehicle production at Ellesmere Port with new maritime logistics service
Stellantis is launching a new maritime logistics service, in partnership with Suardíaz and Peel Ports, in order to supply parts to our Ellesmere Port manufacturing plant and reduce carbon emissions in line with our Dare Forward 2030 Strategic Plan.
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40 YEARS YOUNG: Vauxhall reveals the life goals Brits think should be achieved by 40
Learning to drive, buying a house, and starting a family are among the life goals more than half of Brits think should be achieved by the time they turn 40, according to research* by Vauxhall.
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Drivers warned over Christmas getaway traffic hotspots
Drivers are being warned to expect lengthy traffic jams on major routes in the run-up to Christmas.
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How does cold weather affect my car?
We are currently experiencing a big fall in temperatures, with forecasters predicting a lot of snow and ice for many of the country’s regions. As well as making everyone feel a little chillier, cold weather can have a big impact on a car, too.
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Motorists urged to be careful as cold snap hits parts of UK
Motorists could face treacherous conditions on the roads as an Arctic blast hits the UK, with temperatures set to plummet to “as low as minus 10C overnight in isolated spots by the end of the week”.
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The perfect stocking filler gift for all car lovers
With Black Friday Sale behind us, Facts Disc would like to offer club members an opportunity to grab their LAST DEAL OF THE YEAR (exclusive to car clubs only).
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ADAC Opel e-Rally Cup 2023 in Spectacular WRC Setting
After a very successful 2022 rally season for Opel, preparations for the third season of the ADAC Opel e-Rally Cup are already in full swing.
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2022 has been ‘the most volatile year’ for fuel prices, says watchdog
The Ukraine war and a weaker pound have made 2022 a ‘terrible year for drivers’ with fuel prices at their ‘most volatile’ on record, according to a study published today.
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‘Tax penalty’ risks keeping polluting cars on the road longer – analysis
Drivers of used electric vehicles face a “tax penalty” that could keep older, polluting cars on the road for longer, according to new analysis.
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Insurers warned they must offer fair settlements when cars are written off
Insurance firms have been warned not to undervalue cars and other items when settling insurance claims.
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Benefits of smart motorways ‘wasted’ as drivers avoid extra lane – survey
Nearly half (49%) of drivers say they frequently or occasionally avoid using lane one on smart motorways without a hard shoulder, a new survey suggests.
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Motor insurance policy fraud cases jump as households are squeezed by living costs
The number of fraudulent motor insurance applications being detected has jumped by 16% since last year, according to data from a major insurer.
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Vauxhall Astra named ‘Best Family Hatch of the Year’ by Top Gear
The All-New Vauxhall Astra has been named ‘Best Family Hatch of the Year’ at the 2022 TopGear.com Awards.
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Vauxhall unveils all-new Astra Electric and Astra Sports Tourer Electric
Vauxhall has taken the next steps in its electric journey with the reveal of the fully electric All-New Astra Electric and Astra Sports Tourer Electric, arriving in the UK in 2023.
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