Will Rimell

News Plans initially set out by failed start-up Britishvolt to build £3.8 billion electric car battery gigafactory in the northeast of England look to have ended after three years.

Dacia has launched a new warranty programme that offers up to seven years cover for cars even if they're pre-owned and have already racked up thousands of miles.

Key to claim from analytical firm Geotab is the low average daily miles driven by UK fleets

It's a common playbook for emerging car manufacturers: launch with a product that might be a long way from the establishment on quality but it's so keenly priced that it's impossible to ignore.

Chinese brand Ora will launch an SUV to take its lineup to three, as it pushes for a stronger footing in Europe.

The new Volkswagen California campervan will be officially revealed on 7 May, boasting extensive upgrades that will see the model into its seventh generation.

Ora's second UK-bound model is expected to cost £35,000 and offers 402bhp and 354 miles of range

Smart has begun design work on a new version of the Fortwo city car – with design chief Gorden Wagener saying it is "crucial" to the brand's image.

Mercedes-Benz will introduce more classic design cues for the next generation of its EQ range, bringing the brand's electric cars and combustion siblings more in line.

The Health and Safety Executive found the state of the toilets affected the welfare of employees