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ADAS – 40% of drivers say reliance on driver assistance technology has worsened standards
Thursday 16th October 2025
Reliance on in-car technology is making us worse behind the wheel, say two-fifths of drivers in new AA Driving School research. Older drivers were the least likely to think this (36% of over 65’s) and those aged 25-34 were the most likely (51%), perhaps indicating confidence in driving skills and… Read more
New-gen BMW X5 to include hydrogen-powered version
Monday 22nd September 2025
BMW has confirmed that the new X5 will include a hydrogen-powered version from 2028 as the brand commits to advancing the technology. Marking a first for the carmaker, the incoming X5 will include five drivetrain variants – battery electric, plug-in hybrid, petrol, diesel and hydrogen fuel cell technology. While the… Read more
Changes to legal minimum tread depth wanted amid tyre safety concerns
Thursday 18th September 2025
Two-in-every five vehicles on UK roads pose a serious safety risk to drivers, passengers, and other road users, according to an annual tyre report. It found that 40% of vehicles on the road today are running on tyres that are either illegal or dangerously close to the limit. The study… Read more
Used hybrid market doubles in two years
Thursday 11th September 2025
The used hybrid market has doubled in two years, according to new figures released by Marketcheck. It analysed data from July 2023 to July 2025 and found that both availability and sales numbers doubled in that period of time. A total of 38,692 used hybrids were available for sale in July 2023 and… Read more
Motorists warned to brace for bank holiday chaos as drivers plan 18m getaway trips
Wednesday 20th August 2025
This coming August bank holiday is expected to bring chaos on the roads as drivers in England and Wales enjoy the last long weekend before Christmas. Almost 18 million leisure journeys are expected to take place by car across the bank holiday, with major routes to coastal regions set to… Read more
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