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Pick your poison – they cost the same: new Vauxhall Frontera hybrid and EV on sale nowThe new Vauxhall Frontera is on sale – and with it, Vauxhall has achieved something no other manufacturer has yet managed. As is fashionable these days, it’s available with both... -
Sales streak ends: the top 10 bestselling cars in the UKThe UK market had been on a sales streak, recording two whole years (24 months) of month-on-month growth in new car registrations. But the latest figures from the Society of... -
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DfT confirms ban on petrol and diesel cars will be moved from 2035 to 2030The Department for Transport (DfT) has confirmed that it will ‘provide certainty’ to manufacturers by reverting the UK’s petrol and diesel car ban back to 2030 from the extended 2035... -
Used electric car prices falling fast - is now the time to buy?Vehicle history check specialist organisation Cap HPI has revealed new data which shows that the average retail prices of used electric cars are now cheaper than petrol and diesel vehicles.... -
What has the Labour government promised drivers?The Labour party claimed a landslide victory in the 2024 general election – and that means the UK will soon see some changes to its transport legislation. Here at Parkers,... -
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Reelin' in the Years: Labour set to move 2035 petrol and diesel car ban back to 2030The new Labour government has pledged to reverse the previous government’s decision to delay the petrol and diesel car ban from 2030 to 2035. Sir Keir Starmer’s cabinet is yet... -
Bucking the trend: new Audi A5 launched with petrol and diesel powerAudi has had a change of heart. Just two short years ago, the firm told us it was striving to become an electric-only car manufacturer by 2029. It also proudly... -
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Fiat Grande Panda: a fresh new face in the city car classFiat has officially revealed its new Grande Panda as a 125th birthday present to itself in the form of a new baby SUV that kickstarts a stylish new family of... -
Nothing is sacred: Ford Capri reborn as electric SUVFord seems to struggle with introspection. Just four years ago, the brand was pelted with vitriol for slapping the Mustang badge on the boot of its first-ever electric SUV. Now,... -
New MG HS looks set to offer space, extra electric range for PHEV, and unbeatable value...The new MG HS has appeared at, of all places, the Goodwood Festival of Speed. The family-sized SUV, which is the largest in MG’s range, has got all-new looks inside... -
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Will life for drivers change under a Labour government?The Labour party has won the 2024 UK General Election in a resounding landslide, meaning that there will be changes to transport policy. Understandably, Labour buried its motoring policies behind... -
More smart speed cameras being rolled out: no escape for phone users and unbelted drivers!Safety on the roads is getting a tech upgrade in the UK with the introduction of the latest digital speed cameras. These new ‘ultra’ Jenoptik Vector-SR cameras are being rolled... -
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UK fuel prices: coming down but still too high, says RACUK petrol and diesel prices fell for the second consecutive month in June 2024, but car running costs are still overinflated, according to RAC Fuel Watch. According to its figures,... -
Don’t call it a comeback: Volvo V60 and V90 estates return to UK showroomsVolvo has confirmed it’ll reintroduce the V60 estate and V90 estate to the UK, backtracking on its decision to axe both models from our market in mid 2023. The brand... -
Toyota safety scandal - are UK cars affected?The world’s largest car maker, Toyota, has admitted to providing incorrect or manipulated safety certification data in its home country, Japan. Here we explain what the ongoing Toyota safety scandal... -
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BMW 3 Series updated for 2024 with a big improvement for the 330e plug-in hybridThe BMW 3 Series, heart of the BMW range, has been updated for 2024. Following a more extensive facelift in 2022, this upgrade brings changes to the interior – including... -
The price of distraction: using your phone at the wheel could cost you more than £500New research has found that drivers who are caught using their mobile phones behind the wheel will pay, on average, £569 for the privilege. That figure is split between the... -
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Size matters: new Kia EV3 compact electric SUV launchedKia is steadily revamping its electric car range – and this rather striking looking addition is the Kia EV3. It’s an all-new compact SUV designed to sit alongside the Niro... -
Welcome to the Machine: UK government gives self-driving cars the green lightWe’ve reached a new landmark in British automotive legislation. The UK government’s Automated Vehicles Act has received royal assent to become law – and the change could see self-driving cars... -
Balancing the books: Ford prepares to limit UK sales of petrol cars to meet EV targetsFord is preparing to limit sales of its petrol cars in the UK to meet the government’s zero-emission vehicle targets. The company’s European boss has also warned that Britain’s new... -
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Used electric car prices falling fast - is now the time to buy?Vehicle history check specialist organisation Cap HPI has revealed new data which shows that the average retail prices of used electric cars are now cheaper than petrol and diesel vehicles....
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Why car insurance premiums have smashed through the £1,000 barrier and what you can do to fight backThe average car insurance policy in 2024 is £1,361 compared to £919 in 2022 according to exclusive data supplied by Mustard. While this figure may not represent the entire UK... -
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Lexus, Land Rover and Fords are the most stolen cars – is your car on the list?New data reveals that Ford Fiestas are the most stolen cars in the UK. But in terms of percentages, Toyota and Lexus hybrids top the Top 10 list, followed by... -
Pick your poison – they cost the same: new Vauxhall Frontera hybrid and EV on sale nowThe new Vauxhall Frontera is on sale – and with it, Vauxhall has achieved something no other manufacturer has yet managed. As is fashionable these days, it’s available with both...
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Sales streak ends: the top 10 bestselling cars in the UKThe UK market had been on a sales streak, recording two whole years (24 months) of month-on-month growth in new car registrations. But the latest figures from the Society of...
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DfT confirms ban on petrol and diesel cars will be moved from 2035 to 2030The Department for Transport (DfT) has confirmed that it will ‘provide certainty’ to manufacturers by reverting the UK’s petrol and diesel car ban back to 2030 from the extended 2035...
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BMW 3 Series updated for 2024 with a big improvement for the 330e plug-in hybridThe BMW 3 Series, heart of the BMW range, has been updated for 2024. Following a more extensive facelift in 2022, this upgrade brings changes to the interior – including...
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More smart speed cameras being rolled out: no escape for phone users and unbelted drivers!Safety on the roads is getting a tech upgrade in the UK with the introduction of the latest digital speed cameras. These new ‘ultra’ Jenoptik Vector-SR cameras are being rolled...
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New MG HS looks set to offer space, extra electric range for PHEV, and unbeatable value...The new MG HS has appeared at, of all places, the Goodwood Festival of Speed. The family-sized SUV, which is the largest in MG’s range, has got all-new looks inside...
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Belt and braces: Labour MP proposes tighter restrictions for newly qualified driversA new bill proposing the introduction of a graduated driving licence system has been introduced to Parliament. It is still awaiting further debate by MPs but, if it becomes law,... -
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Fiat Grande Panda: a fresh new face in the city car classFiat has officially revealed its new Grande Panda as a 125th birthday present to itself in the form of a new baby SUV that kickstarts a stylish new family of...
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Reelin' in the Years: Labour set to move 2035 petrol and diesel car ban back to 2030The new Labour government has pledged to reverse the previous government’s decision to delay the petrol and diesel car ban from 2030 to 2035. Sir Keir Starmer’s cabinet is yet...
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UK fuel prices: coming down but still too high, says RACUK petrol and diesel prices fell for the second consecutive month in June 2024, but car running costs are still overinflated, according to RAC Fuel Watch. According to its figures,...
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Bucking the trend: new Audi A5 launched with petrol and diesel powerAudi has had a change of heart. Just two short years ago, the firm told us it was striving to become an electric-only car manufacturer by 2029. It also proudly...
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Nothing is sacred: Ford Capri reborn as electric SUVFord seems to struggle with introspection. Just four years ago, the brand was pelted with vitriol for slapping the Mustang badge on the boot of its first-ever electric SUV. Now,...
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Revised 2021 Fiat Panda celebrates 40th birthdayWhat with Botox and fillers becoming the norm to keep us looking young and fresh, it’s no surprise that the Fiat Panda has been given a makeover to mark its... -
Tesla cuts charging membership pricing, making Superchargers cheaper for non-Tesla ownersYou’ve been able to charge a non-Tesla electric car at selected sites in the Tesla Supercharger network since May 2022 – but it’s always cost more. The introduction of a... -
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Size matters: new Kia EV3 compact electric SUV launchedKia is steadily revamping its electric car range – and this rather striking looking addition is the Kia EV3. It’s an all-new compact SUV designed to sit alongside the Niro...
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What has the Labour government promised drivers?The Labour party claimed a landslide victory in the 2024 general election – and that means the UK will soon see some changes to its transport legislation. Here at Parkers,...
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Audi Q2 2020 facelift - full detailsAudi has updated its popular Q2 compact SUV with a new look and new technology. The smallest SUV that Audi makes has always been distinctly styled, and this facelift only... -