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One in three drivers worried about fuel prices rising despite new Fuel Finder rules

Featured

Three in four drivers worried about global events impacting car costs

Potholes are costing Brits more than £5billion

Motor dealers report rising concerns over fraud

Car confessions: Motorists admit to fuelish mistakes

Dealer doubts over the 2030 petrol and diesel ban despite Government's accelerated timeline

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Nearly half of UK drivers rethink EV plans

UK drivers divided on car tech as digital overload becomes a concern

Three in four drivers worried about global events impacting car costs

Driven to distraction - drivers increasingly being put off by car tech

Three in four drivers worried about global events impacting car costs

Close Brothers Motor Finance raises over £14,000 for charity

Potholes are costing Brits more than £5billion

Motor dealers report rising concerns over fraud

Car confessions: Motorists admit to fuelish mistakes