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Do internal combustion bans work? Yes – but not without a fight

Do internal combustion bans work? Yes – but not without a fight

ICE bans are moving automakers to electrify fast. But recent political battles over jobs and e-fuels show engines won’t go down easily.

By Brian Potter 1m ago

Germany forges alliance with seven Euro nations to oppose 2035 ICE ban

Germany forges alliance with seven Euro nations to oppose 2035 ICE ban

The EU proposal wants automakers to reduce CO2 emissions from new cars to zero by 2035.

By Brian Potter 14 March 2023

EU postpones ICE ban vote due to German concerns on costs, job losses

EU postpones ICE ban vote due to German concerns on costs, job losses

Germany wants to minimise job losses and get assurances that e-fuels can be used in combustion-engine cars after the 2035 cut-off.

By Brian Potter 06 March 2023

European Union approves sales ban on new petrol and diesel cars

European Union approves sales ban on new petrol and diesel cars

It takes effect in 2035.

By Brian Potter 15 February 2023

Tesla announces 2-week Full Self-Driving ban to combat inattentiveness

Tesla announces 2-week Full Self-Driving ban to combat inattentiveness

The ban should encourage safer usage of the beta tech as well as help improve its image.

By Brian Potter 11 January 2023

Tesla banned from calling driver assist Full Self-Drive in California

Tesla banned from calling driver assist Full Self-Drive in California

The law applies to other automakers and also dealers.

By Brian Potter 29 December 2022

FIA bans drivers from political statements without approval

FIA bans drivers from political statements without approval

The FIA has banned all "political, religious or personal" statements.

By Jonathan Noble 20 December 2022

Could Paris soon ban the use of electric scooters around the city?

Could Paris soon ban the use of electric scooters around the city?

The three major scooter-sharing providers are under threat of not having their licenses renewed in 2023.

By Brian Potter 24 November 2022

European Union agrees to ban sales of new petrol and diesel cars from 2035

European Union agrees to ban sales of new petrol and diesel cars from 2035

The EU's three key institutions have reached an agreement.

By Adrian Padeanu 29 October 2022

Police in US town can't write speeding tickets for one year

Police in US town can't write speeding tickets for one year

Menifee police apparently wrote too many tickets and broke state laws regarding revenue generated from traffic stops.

By Brian Potter 31 August 2022

After the EU, Australian Territory moves to ban new ICE sales in 2035

After the EU, Australian Territory moves to ban new ICE sales in 2035

The Australian Capital Territory government wants to lead Australia’s transition to EVs.

By Brian Potter 21 July 2022

UK weighing ban on new internal combustion moto sales by 2035

UK weighing ban on new internal combustion moto sales by 2035

The public will have its say before the government takes action.

By Brian Potter 21 July 2022

Vettel calls for life bans for abusive F1 fans at Austrian GP

Vettel calls for life bans for abusive F1 fans at Austrian GP

Following harassment reported during the Austrian Grand Prix weekend.

By Haydn Cobb 11 July 2022

European Union agrees to ban sales of new combustion cars from 2035

European Union agrees to ban sales of new combustion cars from 2035

The European Parliament wants the EU to go even further by banning sales of used ICE cars as well.

By Brian Potter 29 June 2022

Manufacturing / Production

Mercedes, VW Group are OK with potential 2035 EU combustion engine ban

Mercedes, VW Group are OK with potential 2035 EU combustion engine ban

The plan is achievable, Wolfsburg and Stuttgart said.

By Brian Potter 15 June 2022

EU votes to uphold ban on sales of new ICE-powered cars from 2035

EU votes to uphold ban on sales of new ICE-powered cars from 2035

There's one final step left before the combustion engine is declared dead in Europe.

By Brian Potter 10 June 2022

Ford supports European sales ban of ICE cars by 2035

Ford supports European sales ban of ICE cars by 2035

The European Parliament and EU governments will decide their positions in June.

By Brian Potter 19 May 2022

19:15 Supercars

YouTuber booted from Nurburgring because his stock Lambo was too loud

YouTuber booted from Nurburgring because his stock Lambo was too loud

Shmee150's Huracan STO registered 134 dB on the Nordschleife.

By Brian Potter 26 April 2022

FIM announces ban on Russian, Belarusian license holders

FIM announces ban on Russian, Belarusian license holders

The FIM has announced a complete ban on riders and teams with Russian and Belarusian licenses.

By Rachit Thukral 06 March 2022

Russian-licenced drivers banned from British motorsport

Russian-licenced drivers banned from British motorsport

Russian-licenced drivers and teams are to be banned from competing in motorsport events in the UK, it was announced on Wednesday.

By Jonathan Noble 03 March 2022

FIA calls WMSC meeting after call for Russia ban

FIA calls WMSC meeting after call for Russia ban

After the IOC called for a ban on Russian athletes.

By Luke Smith 01 March 2022

Germany pushes back on 2035 combustion engine ban proposal

Germany pushes back on 2035 combustion engine ban proposal

The country's transportation ministry sees potential in renewable fuels.

By Brian Potter 25 February 2022

Switzerland to reconsider motorsport ban and speeding fines in 2022

Switzerland to reconsider motorsport ban and speeding fines in 2022

Circuit racing has been banned since 1955, although EV races have been allowed since 2015.

By Brian Potter 09 February 2022

Kia to phase out combustion engines in Europe by 2035

Kia to phase out combustion engines in Europe by 2035

Yet another brand announces it's transitioning to an EV-only lineup on the Old Continent.

By Brian Potter 12 November 2021

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