Volkswagen’s decision to end production of the diesel-powered Golf marks the end of one of the automotive industry’s most recognisable chapters. After five decades, one of Europe’s best-selling diesel models is disappearing from the new car market, reflecting a much broader shift taking place across the UK vehicle parc. For motorists, it’s another sign ofContinue reading “Volkswagen Ends Diesel Golf Production”
The Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT) has issued one of its strongest warnings yet, calling on the Government to urgently review its Zero Emission Vehicle (ZEV) Mandate and address looming trade barriers with Europe that could significantly impact the UK’s automotive sector. Speaking at the SMMT International Automotive Summit in London, Chief ExecutiveContinue reading “UK Automotive Industry Warns Government: EV Targets and New Trade Rules Could Threaten Jobs, Investment and Vehicle Supply”
A few years ago, many motorists in the UK had never heard of BYD. Today, the Chinese automotive giant is one of the fastest-growing car brands in Britain, with its vehicles becoming an increasingly common sight on UK roads. Now, BYD’s chairman, Wang Chuanfu, has made an ambitious prediction: that the company will become theContinue reading “Could BYD Become the World’s Biggest Car Manufacturer Within Five Years?”
For many UK motorists, the Ford Fiesta wasn’t just another car, it was the car. Whether it was a first car, a family runabout, or a sporty hot hatch, the Fiesta became a fixture on British roads for nearly five decades. When Ford ended Fiesta production in 2023, many drivers were left wondering why oneContinue reading “Ford Fiesta Set for a Shock Return in 2028 – But There’s a Big Twist”
If you’ve been keeping an eye on MOT rumours over the last few years, you’ll know there has been no shortage of talk about major changes to the testing system. At one point, there were serious discussions about pushing the first MOT back from three years to four, while industry speculation around EV testing, dieselContinue reading “MOT Changes Are Coming – But 2026 Looks More Like a Preparation Year Than a Revolution”
Proposed Pay-Per-Mile Road Tax for Electric Vehicles The UK government is introducing a new mileage-based road tax for electric cars as part of its Autumn Budget 2025. Starting in April 2028, owners of electric vehicles (EVs) will be charged a rate of 3 pence per mile driven (with plug-in hybrid cars charged 1.5p per mile)Continue reading “UK MOT Garages to Verify EV Mileage Under Proposed Road Tax”
