Tax Policy Changes in 2025 to Increase Costs for UK Electric Vehicle Owners and Businesses

Tax Policy Changes in 2025 to Increase Costs for UK Electric Vehicle Owners and Businesses

From April 2025, major changes to tax policies will affect electric vehicles (EVs) in the UK, covering Vehicle Excise Duty (VED), the Expensive Car Supplement, and Benefit-in-Kind (BIK) rates. These adjustments aim to create parity…

Orlando Introduces Fully Autonomous Taxi Service in 2025

Orlando Introduces Fully Autonomous Taxi Service in 2025

Orlando, Florida, is introducing an innovative way to travel downtown—self-driving shuttles. Later this month, an electric, autonomous shuttle will begin transporting passengers around a 1-mile loop in the city’s downtown area at no cost. The…

Mayor Adams and DOT Commissioner Split Over E-Bike Legislation in New York City

Mayor Adams and DOT Commissioner Split Over E Bike Legislation in New York City

Tensions are escalating within New York City’s Adams administration over proposed legislation aimed at curbing e-bike-related fatalities and injuries. Mayor Eric Adams has publicly expressed support for a bill mandating registration and license plates for…

Denver Launches EV Subsidy Program for Low-Income Residents

Environmental Benefits of EV Batteries

Denver, Colorado, offers programs to help low-income residents afford electric vehicles (EVs) and e-bikes. These initiatives aim to promote clean transportation and replace gas-powered vehicles with environmentally friendly alternatives. Here’s a breakdown of the programs.…

Volkswagen Sells Xinjiang Plant Amid Rising EV Competition and Declining Demand for Combustion Vehicles

Volkswagen Sells Xinjiang Plant Amid Rising EV Competition and Declining Demand for Combustion Vehicles

Volkswagen has announced the sale of its car manufacturing plant in Xinjiang, a region in northwestern China, citing “economic reasons” as the primary motivation. A company spokesperson emphasized that the plant, which had been producing…

City Council Proposes E-Bike Licensing Bill to Address Rising Accidents and Improve Public Safety

City Council Proposes E Bike Licensing Bill to Address Rising Accidents and Improve Public Safety

The City Council is considering a new bill that would require electric bikes and scooters to be licensed and registered, following an alarming rise in accidents involving these vehicles. Over the last five years, 47…

Williamsburg Bike Lane Sparks Safety Concerns and Petition for Removal Amid Child Incidents

Williamsburg Bike Lane Sparks Safety Concerns and Petition for Removal Amid Child Incidents

A newly installed protected bike lane on Bedford Avenue in Williamsburg, Brooklyn, has become a source of significant controversy. While the bike lane was designed to encourage sustainable transportation, it has raised serious safety concerns…

SFMTA Replaces Controversial Center-Running Bike Lane on Valencia Street with Side-Running Design

SFMTA Replaces Controversial Center Running Bike Lane on Valencia Street with Side Running Design

The San Francisco Municipal Transportation Agency (SFMTA) has announced that it will replace the center-running bike lane on Valencia Street with a new side-running protected bike lane. This decision followed a unanimous vote by the…

Philadelphia Approves Bill Banning Parking in Bike Lanes to Enhance Cyclist Safety

Philadelphia Approves Bill Banning Parking in Bike Lanes to Enhance Cyclist Safety

The Philadelphia City Council has approved a new bill designed to improve safety for cyclists by tackling the ongoing issue of cars obstructing bike lanes. Under the current law, drivers are allowed to stop in…

Cycle Toronto Challenges Bill 212, Citing Safety Risks and Violations of Charter Rights

Cycle Toronto Challenges Bill 212, Citing Safety Risks and Violations of Charter Rights

Cycle Toronto has initiated a legal challenge under the Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms to oppose Bill 212, officially titled the Reducing Gridlock, Saving You Time Act, 2024. The controversial legislation mandates the removal…

Jaguar Debuts Type 00 Concept Car at Miami Art Week, Sparking Debate Over Bold Rebrand

Jaguar Debuts Type 00 Concept Car at Miami Art Week, Sparking Debate Over Bold Rebrand

Jaguar, the British luxury automaker, has introduced its Type 00 concept car during Miami Art Week, marking a bold step in its transition to an electric-only brand. The vehicle, characterized by a long bonnet, fastback…

Tesla’s New Model Y Update: What’s Changed and What’s Not

Tesla’s New Model Y Update What’s Changed and What’s Not

Tesla has recently revealed the refreshed 2025 Model Y, codenamed “Juniper,” bringing a host of updates and enhancements to its popular electric SUV. This update aims to solidify Tesla’s position in the competitive electric vehicle…

Jaguar Criticized for Rebranding That Focuses on Image Instead of Showcasing Cars

Jaguar Criticized for Rebranding That Focuses on Image Instead of Showcasing Cars

Jaguar’s recent rebranding effort has drawn widespread criticism and confusion due to an unconventional promotional video that omits showcasing any vehicles. Released on X (formerly Twitter), the 30-second clip instead focuses on diversity, featuring models…

Liberty Walk’s Lamborghini Miura Redesign Sparks Debate on Preserving Automotive Icons

Liberty Walk's Lamborghini Miura

Certain cars are iconic to such an extent that modifying them feels sacrilegious. Among these automotive legends are the Ferrari F40, Jaguar E-Type, and Lamborghini Miura. These vehicles are more than just machines; they are…

Cycling Advocates Challenge Ontario Law Over Safety and Municipal Autonomy

Cycling Advocates Challenge Ontario Law Over Safety and Municipal Autonomy

Cycle Toronto, a prominent cycling advocacy group, along with cyclists Eva Stranger-Ross and Narada Kiondo, has launched a legal challenge against Ontario’s Bill 212, which grants the provincial government authority over the installation and removal…

Controversy Erupts as Factor Bikes Faces Branding Dispute with Scarab Cycles

Controversy Erupts as Factor Bikes Faces Branding Dispute with Scarab Cycles

Factor Bikes recently unveiled the “OSTRO VAM Scarab,” a new high-performance bicycle, which has stirred controversy in the cycling community. The product’s name and branding bear notable similarities to those of Scarab Cycles, a Colombian…

Aurora’s Three-Strike Rule Targets Driving Violations but Sparks Concerns Over Equity

Aurora's Three Strike Rule Targets Driving Violations but Sparks Concerns Over Equity

Aurora, Colorado, has implemented a new law, Municipal Code 134-37, to improve adherence to driving regulations. Known as the three-strike rule, the ordinance mandates that vehicles violating three specific requirements—expired registration, driving without a valid…

Disabled Grandmother Wins Legal Battle Ending Wilmington’s Unfair Towing Practices

Disabled Grandmother Wins Legal Battle Ending Wilmington's Unfair Towing Practices

Ameera Shaheed, a disabled grandmother in Wilmington, Delaware, found herself entangled in a legal battle over $340 in parking fines. Despite parking her vehicle legally, she received repeated tickets, which she believed would be dismissed…

Hyundai Hidden Features Transform Driving with Innovation, Comfort, and Unexpected Discoveries

Hyundai Hidden Features

Think you know everything about your Hyundai? Think again! Modern vehicles are full of hidden gems that enhance convenience, safety, and entertainment. From Easter eggs to advanced safety systems, there’s always something new to discover.…

GMC Hidden Features Add Charm and Functionality to Enhance the Driving Experience

GMC Hidden Features Add Charm and Functionality to Enhance the Driving Experience

GMC vehicles go beyond providing reliable transportation—they are filled with unique features and hidden gems that make the driving experience special. These thoughtful design elements and subtle Easter eggs reveal the brand’s creativity and attention…