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Research underway to look at hydrogen fuel cell power for Britain’s fire engines

Fuel cell power for fire trucks

New research will investigate the use of hydrogen fuel cell power for fire engines in Oxfordshire, as the council aims to be net zero.
Published 13 August 2021
Ford employs robot test drivers

Ford employs robot test drivers

Ford has confirmed that it is now using robot test drivers in place of humans to conduct experiments on vehicles in extreme climatic conditions.
Published 11 August 2021
Citroen to introduce British sign language across its retail operations

Citroën retailers to offer sign language

Citroën UK is introducing British Sign Language in all its dealerships for deaf customers and those with hearing loss.
Published 03 August 2021

Magnetised concrete to charge EVs on move

Magment is a magnetised concrete developed by a German company that could be used to charge EVs as they drive.
Published 29 July 2021
Mercedes-Benz EQXX

Mercedes-Benz's 620-mile electric prototype

How would you like to have an electric car that can travel from London to Geneva on a single charge of its battery?
Published 26 July 2021
Ferrari 296 GTB in Fortnite

Ferrari 296 GTB stars in Fortnite video game

Ferrari is giving gamers a chance to drive its new 296 GTB sports car before owners as it becomes the first fully licensed car in Fortnite
Published 23 July 2021

Shell rolling out 800 EV chargers with Waitrose

Fuel giant Shell has signed a deal with Waitrose to install 800 electric car charging points at supermarkets by 2025. 
Published 23 July 2021
Ford develops tech to prevent overheating in cars

Ford's new tech to prevent deaths in hot cars

New technology, being pioneered by Ford and Hyundai, could help protect young children and pets from heatstroke in hot cars.
Published 21 July 2021
HGV in London

Diesel HGV ban for 2040

It has been confirmed today that the government plans to ban the sale of diesel lorries in the UK by 2040, at the latest.
Published 14 July 2021
Vauxhall Mokka-e

Vauxhall all-electric for 2028

Vauxhall has confirmed that it will cease production of petrol and diesel cars and vans in 2028, offering only electric models from that date.
Published 09 July 2021
Car production

Chip shortages are slimming down car production

An ongoing global shortage of semiconductor chips is giving car makers a headache as vehicle production is restricted.
Published 08 July 2021
Peugeot 9X8 Hypercar racer

2022 Peugeot Le Mans car uncovered

Peugeot has taken the wraps off its radical new 9X8 hybrid racing car, set to compete with Audi, Ferrari, Porsche and Toyota at Le Mans
Published 07 July 2021