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Advanced technology systems that track drivers' eyes when they are in danger of falling asleep are set to become mandatory for all cars within five years.  This new technology could prevent hundreds of deaths on the road each year. Already available in some...

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£400m Electric Charging Funding Boost

The number of electric vehicles on the road is growing every year which makes you think where will we be charging them all?!  The Treasury has just given EV charging points a funding boost of £400 million to support the growing numbers on the road. The first £70m...

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Why Should You Go Electric?

Electric vehicles are becoming more and more popular on our roads for many reasons. Some may have changed their outlook towards the environment and others may want to lower their vehicles running cost. Whatever the reason, EV's are becoming almost as popular as the...

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Choose Which Sounds Your Car Makes

In order to alert pedestrians of their presence, electric and hybrid cars are to include artificial motor sounds when travelling at low speeds. However, this means the owner can choose exactly which sounds they want to come from their new car!  Electric cars are...

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Electric or Plug-In Hybrid?

If you're looking for a vehicle that's better for the environment then you may be confused between a plug-in hybrid and an electric vehicle (EV's). So, which one is right for you?  PLUG-IN HYBRID Plug-in hybrid cars are pretty self-explanatory, they're hybrid...

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NEW BMW M4 HERITAGE EDITION

The UK is about to see one of the rarest M4 special editions to date! Now on sale, the Heritage Edition is based on the M4 DTM touring car and is available in three 'individual' BMW colours - Laguna Seca Blue, Velvet Blue metallic and Imola Red. These replicate the...

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Electric Cars to Be Known as Cars By 2030

More than two thirds of people expect electric cars to be simply known as 'cars' by 2030, a new survey suggests. The poll also indicated that 33 per cent believe seeing their family and friends driving electrical vehicles changes the way people perceive the...

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Little Tikes Toy Car Comes To Life

Brothers Geoff and John BItmead probably had their best memories with these plastic little cars we all used to love running around in. Except they've made them come to life.  Enough to fit two adult men inside, complete with headlights, mirrors and air...

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Now They Want to Stop You Parking On The Pavement

Parking on the pavement could be banned in the latest war on drivers.  Other than London, it is legal to park cars and vans on kerbs on our streets. However the Commons transport committee has advised it is time for an outright ban across England, as parts of the...

Night vision drones are catching dangerous drivers!

Police in London have launched a groundbreaking new trial that uses drones to catch drivers speeding.  The drones, equipped with night vision capability, are able to catch dangerous drivers along some of the capitals busiest routes.  This technology has...