GM says hybrid vehicles are coming: ‘We’re not tone deaf to our customers’
General Motors plans to introduce hybrid vehicles into its U.S. lineup as hybrid sales surge while electric vehicle demand softens amid elevated fuel prices.
Virgin unveils its future cross-Channel train as it gears up to take on Eurostar
Virgin has unveiled plans for a new cross-Channel train service launching in 2030, featuring high-speed trains matching Eurostar’s 190mph capability while emphasizing design and passenger experience improvements.
Holiday Hunger Bill: Campaigners claim minister attempting to undermine bill
Campaigners accuse the education minister of attempting to undermine proposed legislation that would provide food payments to poorer families during school holidays.
IFS: budget will be ‘work of fiction’ without clear plan to cover UK’s £35bn spending pressures
The Institute for Fiscal Studies warned Chancellor John Healey that his budget will appear unrealistic unless he addresses £35bn in spending pressures from higher inflation and military commitments.
HMV to close Oxford Street store after three years
HMV will close its Oxford Street flagship store in March 2027, three years after reopening, citing a proposed doubling of rent and renovation costs affecting over 50 staff.
Stellantis and Renault back UK to get EU car industry protection
Stellantis and Renault have urged EU officials to include the UK in proposed protectionist car industry rules while also pressing Britain to restrict Chinese vehicle imports.