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When the days are short and temperatures low, the last place anyone wants to be is stranded at the roadside. Yet, winter takes its toll on vehicles so breakdowns become more likely. Analysis of over one million breakdown cover policies reveals the top ten reasons for vehicle breakdowns - and highlights the need for reliable roadside assistance.

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For those of us who crave a little vibrancy at this otherwise grey and dreary time of year, Knog’s colourful Frog lights provide the perfect pick-me-up. Among the cheerful range, the ‘Tequila Sunrise’ design particularly stands out, offering a burst of pink to brighten even the gloomiest commute.

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In a world increasingly focused on sustainability, e-bike manufacturer Cowboy stands out as a beacon of ethical responsibility. Founded in 2016 by Belgian entrepreneur Adrien Roose, Cowboy has been making waves in the e-bike world from the start. The company launched its first bike to critical acclaim, winning the Eurobike Award in the same year. Subsequent years brought a Red Dot Bicycle Design Award in 2018 and the prestigious Red Dot Best of the Best Award for product design in both 2019 and 2021.

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The start of 2025 marked a bold new chapter for urban logistics in the Netherlands, with 14 cities, including Amsterdam, Rotterdam, Utrecht, and The Hague, implementing zero-emission zones. Designed to decarbonise freight, these zones ban polluting vans and trucks from city centres. By 2030, all vehicles entering these areas must meet zero-emission standards. With 30 Dutch cities expected to adopt similar measures, the Netherlands is leading the charge towards cleaner, healthier urban environments.

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e-bikes have transformed how we think about transport, offering a greener, healthier alternative to cars. But behind every smooth ride is a battery that, like any piece of technology, doesn’t last forever. How long your e-bike battery lasts and what happens to it at the end of its life are critical questions for anyone looking to embrace this sustainable mode of transport.

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For around 500,000 people in the UK, mobility scooters are a lifeline, helping them stay independent year-round, rain or shine. But winter can present unique challenges, from icy paths to dwindling battery ranges. If parking up your scooter until the weather improves isn’t an option, here’s how to keep moving safely during these colder months.

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Pressure washers have become the go-to tool for tackling tough cleaning jobs, but their power and setup can sometimes work against them. If you’ve ever struggled with a bulky machine, fought with a kinked garden hose, or cursed the lack of an outdoor tap, you’ll know what we mean.

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As the UK braces for its coldest night of the winter, with temperatures expected to plunge to as low as -20°C over the Pennines, many of us will be cranking up the heating and layering up. But for those of us who rely on bicycles to get around, another concern looms large: the icy neglect of cycle lanes.

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E-bikes have emerged as one of the most promising solutions to urban congestion, pollution, and sedentary lifestyles. Yet, they are fast becoming the scapegoat of a media determined to stoke moral panic rather than foster understanding.

This week, an edition of BBC’s Panorama took aim. The programme, ostensibly addressing issues like over-powered delivery bikes and the risk to pedestrians, has been criticised for perpetuating misconceptions.

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Starting today, millions of visitors to the UK, including those from the USA, Canada, and Australia, will need to apply for an Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA). By April 2025, the requirement will extend to Europeans and all non-visa travellers without UK immigration status, marking a significant change to the UK’s border process.

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