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Most of the UK’s 22 busiest airports have increased their short-term charges for picking up and dropping off passengers by car since last year, according to new RAC research. Only Gatwick, Liverpool John Lennon, Bristol and Cardiff airports have kept their prices for both drop-off and pick-up the same. London …

MINI is celebrating the 10 millionth MINI produced since production of the iconic original began in 1959. The landmark car – a MINI 60 Years Anniversary Edition – was built at MINI Plant Oxford. Designed by Alec Issigonis, the classic Mini revolutionised the automotive world and was produced at Oxford …

Some of the UK’s newest and most popular cars are at risk of being stolen in seconds by exploiting weaknesses in keyless entry systems, according to exclusive What Car? research. Keyless entry systems allow motorists to open and start their vehicles without taking their key out of their pocket, but …

One in four parent and child parking bays are being used by drivers with no kids, according to a new investigation by comparison website Confused.com. Researchers monitored dedicated spaces in supermarkets to find a shocking 26% of bays were being misused. And Confused.com isn’t the only witness to this behaviour. …

Hyundai has launched its first car with a solar roof charging system in a bid to tackle range anxiety – that perennial problem faced by electric vehicles. The ground-breaking technology supports the car’s electric power source, improving fuel efficiency and reducing CO2 emissions. Though not a world first, it’s one …

Lamborghini has teamed up with celebrity tattoo artist Dr Woo to create a one-of-a-kind Huracán EVO supercar. LA-based Dr Woo, who can count David Beckham, Cara Delevingne and Miley Cyrus as just a few of his happy star customers, took two months to visualise the design, then just a day …

Iconic automotive brand Hispano Suiza is back with a new state-of-the art electric vehicle. The Spanish company, which built more than 12,000 luxury performance cars between 1904 and 1946, has created a stunning, retro cool grand tourer. Developing some 1,000bhp, the new car (named Carmen) made its global dynamic debut …

Belfast is the safest city in the UK for van drivers, according to analysis of data from Admiral’s van insurance customers. Van drivers in the capital of Northern Ireland were the least likely to be involved in a road accident, and the least likely to be the victim of theft. …

The latest technology available in the new Skoda Scala hatchback will delight the UK’s 13 million hay fever sufferers who are plagued by the condition every summer. With hay fever season in full swing and pollen counts reaching high levels, drivers are being advised to avoid drowsiness inducing medication, keep …

Small family hatchbacks and SUVs dominate the UK’s Top 10 fastest selling secondhand cars, according to new data. Research released by AA Cars, the AA’s used car website, shows the Volkswagen’s Polo is the fastest selling car of the year so far, being advertised for the shortest length of time …