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Living in the UK, you might have observed a rise in the number of sport utility vehicles (SUVs) and large vehicles on our roads. These vehicles…
Citroën Racing Formula E car during pre-season testing for the 2025-26 ABB FIA Formula E World Championship Independent photo agency/Alamy With their sleek designs, smoking tires,…
In the upcoming year, Formula 1 (F1) is set to undertake one of its most ambitious transformations yet, shifting from fossil fuels to a fully sustainable…
The timeless inquiry from the backseat remains relevant as we approach a new age of driverless vehicles. “Are we close?” For those in the UK, the…
Plug-in hybrid electric vehicles (PHEVs) release nearly five times more greenhouse gas emissions than reported statistics suggest. I found a report detailing this issue. These vehicles…
If a vehicle makes an unlawful U-turn without a driver in the seat, will it still incur a fine? This intriguing question was recently tackled by…
A light-coloured car could lead to cooler streets Olena Polkovnykova/Alamy The color of a vehicle significantly influences the surrounding temperature. Darker cars tend to absorb and…
Illustration: Guardian/Charles Desmalice Electric vehicles (EVs) are swiftly rising in popularity worldwide; in 2024, 22% of new car sales were electric, up from 18% in 2023.…
The Italian Ministry of Interior has instructed police across the country to step up security at Tesla dealerships following a fire in Rome that destroyed 17…
Hyundai, a motor maker, is currently facing legal action due to allegations that one of its most popular electric vehicle models can be easily stolen in…
tESLA showrooms around the world are expected to face anti-Eron Musk protests on Saturday, as Musk’s senior roles in the Trump administration have sparked backlash from…
Welcome back. This week in tech: General Motors announces the end of robotaxis but not self-driving cars. One woman’s battle against AI in her housing application.…
This push for electric cars isn’t about a culture war. It’s a simple choice. Can we prepare British industry to take advantage of the changes that…
The European Commission has updated its extensive investigation into Chinese government subsidies for electric cars. They have announced that Tesla will be subjected to a 9%…
Self-driving car driving through downtown San Francisco Jason Doi Photography/Getty Images Self-driving cars may be safer than human drivers in everyday situations, but the technology struggles…
Cars have weight issues. The example of the Mini, designed to save fuel during rationing, highlights this trend. The size of cars is increasing, especially with…
TOxygen smog has been a part of big city life since the Industrial Revolution. Harmful particles can be like pea soup, so thick that they are…
IIt’s the world’s largest car brand by sales of electric vehicles (EVs), but many people may have a hard time recognizing its name. Now Chinese company…
Why are cars designed to go far above the speed limit? (Don’t tell me they’re built with the Autobahn in mind.) Andy Crosby, North Wales Please…
Tesla is recalling more than 2 million vehicles in the United States over concerns about its advanced driver assistance system, Autopilot. The National Highway Traffic Safety…
The in-vehicle technology used by Ford, GM and others to ensure drivers pay attention to the road has come a long way. However, the National Highway…