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Man in his 50s stabbed in chest in front of terrified shoppers at Shell petrol station in Crystal Palace

The victim was quickly taken to a major trauma centre for treatment

Evening Standard

China EV Giant BYD Soars After 5-minute Charging Platform Unveiled

Shares in Chinese EV giant BYD surged to a record high Tuesday after it unveiled new battery technology it says can charge a vehicle in the same time it takes to fill up a petrol car.

International Business Times

Nissan Qashqai Tekna+ e-Power 2WD: Sports utility upgraded

The latest model has broadened appeal with useful improvements

Evening Standard

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Asda cuts fuel prices by 4p per litre amid drop in wholesale costs

It comes after the RAC said fuel prices should fall from a six-month high.

Evening Standard

This is how much fuel prices are expected to drop after six-month high

The RAC say prices should come down by at least 6p per litre for petrol and 3p per litre for diesel

The Independent UK

Fuel prices will drop if retailers pass on savings – analysis

The RAC said average pump prices could come down by at least 6p per litre for petrol and 3p per litre for diesel in the coming weeks.

Evening Standard

Electric cars were once marketed as ‘women’s cars’. Did this hold back their development over the next century?

It was not a given that petrol-powered cars would come to dominate the world. In fact, back in 1900, just 22% of cars produced in the US were powered by gasoline (also known as petrol, benzine or various other names). The rest split between electric and steam cars.

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Toyota plans to build battery vehicles in UK and keep European plants

Japanese company announces two new EVs and promises another three by 2026, as well as new Lexus models

The Guardian - UK

A pair of Hills among the highlights of Adelaide Motorsport Festival

Last weekend’s Adelaide Motorsport Festival drew a record crowd to the city’s parklands as tens of thousands of petrol heads fuelled the prelude to the Formula 1 season opener with a celebration of the very best of Australia’s motorsport scene.

Autosport

Major Fuel Shortage Hits Black Gold Producer Niger

Petrol station attendant Amadou Sani gesticulated to approaching motorists in Niamey to keep going because the garage had no more fuel.

International Business Times

London mayor Sadiq Khan: I have 'no plans' to move the goalposts on Ulez vehicle emission rules

20-year-old petrol cars and vans and 10-year old diesels will remain exempt from £12.50 levy

Evening Standard

Madhya Pradesh: 8 killed, several injured in head-on collision between SUV and truck in Sidhi

The mishap occurred at 2.30 am on Monday near a petrol pump on Sidhi-Bahri Road. Read further on Dynamite News:

Dynamite News

Volkswagen Tayron review: The popular family SUV goes hybrid, but loses two seats

Sitting between the popular Tiguan and the giant Touareg, the plug-in hybrid Tayron offers bags of space and 75 miles of electric range, but misses out on seven seats

The Independent UK

Council considers plan for Vauxhall student accommodation up to 29 storeys high

Developers argue that the site - currently occupied by a petrol station - has been ‘underutilised for many years’

Evening Standard

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Newslaundry

March 6, 2025: Can a fuel ban clean up the city’s air?

In this episode, Newslaundry visits the INA Road to look at steps taken by the Delhi government to tackle vehicular pollution. The government recently announced a petrol ban for old private vehicles. But what has it done for public transportation?

The Times of India

Optical illusion: Only a true 'F1' fan can spot 5 petrol cans in 7 seconds

Are you an F1 superfan with a sharp eye for detail? Get ready to put your observation skills to the test with this thrilling optical illusion! Hidden within a chaotic pit stop scene are five petrol cans—but only those with razor-sharp focus can find them within 7 seconds.

Evening Standard

Drivers ‘unfortunate casualties’ of oil price rise as petrol hits six-month high

The RAC said the average price of a litre of petrol at UK forecourts rose by 0.65p in February to 139.65p.

The Times of India

10 strategies to protect your eyes in pollution

With Air Quality Index (AQI) values significantly higher than usual in some places, Mumbai residents are suffering from the severe impacts of an unprecedented amount of pollution. The Maharashtra State government has established a seven-member committee to investigate the prospect of prohibiting petrol and diesel vehicles in the Mumbai Metropolitan…

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The Independent UK

Toyota C-HR: Delivers the sweetest feeling for the retirement brigade

CAR REVIEW: If your endowment policy can cope with the monthly repayments, Sean O’Grady has just the car to keep those aches and pains at bay

The Independent UK

Jaecoo 7 review: A premium bargain (despite the warning beeps)

Handsome plug-in hybrid SUV offers impressive value and quality, and a decent electric range, but poor ride quality and infuriating beeps and bongs

The Conversation

Australia could make it easier for consumers to fight back against anti-competitive behaviour. Here’s how

From the supermarket to the petrol pump, many Australians are concerned about the power of large corporations. Are consumers getting a fair deal? Do they have enough choice?

Evening Standard

Dramatic moment brave Met police officer risks life to tackle knifeman in London petrol station

PC Morgan Younger managed to take Fitzgerald Carty, 66, to the ground at a petrol station in Lewisham on January 25

International Business Times UK

HMRC Announces New Advisory Fuel Rates: Impact On Petrol, Diesel, And Electric Car Owners

HMRC has announced new advisory fuel rates effective 1st March, with some petrol and diesel car rates increasing while others remain stable.

The Conversation

Switching to electric vehicles will push the power grid to the brink

The UK’s pledge to reach net-zero emissions by 2050 hinges on replacing millions of petrol and diesel vehicles with cleaner alternatives. But transitioning to electric transport isn’t just about manufacturing new cars, installing chargers and so on. It’s a gargantuan energy generation challenge that could push the power grid to…

Evening Standard

Creeslough families to challenge decision to redevelop site of tragedy

An application was made to develop a petrol station, shop and memorial garden at the site of the Creeslough explosion.

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