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Pre-2006 cars to pay an extra £10 'T-charge' to drive in London from today
From today, owners of older, dirtier cars will be charged an extra £10 if they want to drive into London. Saddiq Khan, who is the Mayor of London announced the "Toxicity charge" in February as part of the clean up of the capital’s "filthy air". The "T-charge" (toxicity charge) will be introduced Today, October 23 and will be in operation...
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Could you be devaluing your car
Could you be devaluing your car Buying a used vehicle is a big deal, regardless of your budget. You have the opportunity to test your attention to detail, eye for a bargain and obviously your negotiation skills, and when the deal is finally done, you now have independence. The majority of people try and upgrade their vehicle at least every...
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London's Piccadilly Circus get huge new screen which will display ads based on nearby cars and pedestrians
Smile, your favourite brands are watching you! A huge new screen is now on display in London's iconic Piccadilly Circus which will track cars and pedestrians who pass by to display targeted ads. The huge 790 square meter smart screen can produce 281 trillion different colours from 11 million pixels spaced 8 millimetres apart. When it is turned on later...
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BMW to offer Amazon Alexa voice control in its cars from next year
BMW to offer Amazon Alexa voice control in its cars from next year "Alexa, why is traffic backed up for miles?" Amazon Alexa can now be in every corner of your home but from next year now, the technology will be available in your car. BMW’s to be precise. BMW has announced that it's making Alexa available in all its...
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In the future, drones will charge your electric car while you driving
In the future, drones will charge your electric car while you driving In the very near future the road networks all around the world will be filled with electric vehicles but for now, countries are focusing on adding charging stations so as to be prepared for the influx of EV technologies. Automotive experts believe that in the near future there...
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Mercedes-Benz recalling cars over airbag issue
Mercedes-Benz is reportedly recalling thousands of its cars over a potential problem with its airbags. As many as 400,000 Mercedes-Benz cars are being recalled in the UK over another airbag issue. Although this is a huge figure just for the UK alone, it spells a similar situation, albeit, on a smaller scale in Ireland. The problem affects certain model A,...
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Storm Ophelia - Is my car insurance void if I drive in a red weather alert?
Storm Ophelia - Is my car insurance void if I drive in a red weather alert? Insurance Ireland has clarified today that a post doing the rounds on social media is false implying that if you drove during the red weather alert event yesterday that your insurance would be voided. Insurance Ireland has advised though that motor insurance cover operates...
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Storm Ophelia - In the event of a breakdown follow this important advice for your safety
Storm Ophelia - In the event of a breakdown follow this important advice for your safety Status Red weather warnings have been issued nationwide as Hurricane Ophelia is set to hit today. Violent and destructive gusts are forecast with all areas at risk, and in particular the southwest and the south this morning, and eastern counties throughout the afternoon. This...
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Hurricane Ophelia. Prepare to stay safe
Hurricane Ophelia has made landfall this morning in the South of Ireland so its important for all motorists and especially pedestrians and cyclists to stay safe. Met Éireann has confirmed that Ophelia is the most powerful hurricane to have ever been this far east in the Atlantic on record and it is Ireland’s first ever recorded hurricane. Hurricane Ophelia became...
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Electric cars in Dubai get free registration, parking and charging
Electric cars in Dubai get free registration, parking and charging Buying an electric car in Dubai has suddenly become a lot more interesting. For those in the market for a new car in Dubai, they may very well choose an electric vehicle over a traditional combustible petrol or diesel engine. RTA (Road and Transport Authority) and DEWA (Dubai Electrical &...