Rob Hull, Motoring Editor

Rob has been Motoring Editor across Daily Mail and ThisisMoney since 2021 having joined as Motoring Reporter in September 2015. He's been writing about the automotive sector for 20 years and specialises in all things that impact motorists in Britain. He previously worked at consumer watchdog Which? as a Senior Researcher overseeing vehicle testing and the UK's largest survey of car drivers. Before that, Rob was a reporter, road tester and serial crasher at Motorcycle News (MCN).

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Will Britain's most popular car ever make a comeback?

28/07/25 07:15

It was officially axed only two years ago but speculation has been brewing that Britain's most popular car name of all time could make a comeback....read

Could Britain's most popular car of all time return?
26/07/25 08:49
It was officially axed only two years ago but speculation has been brewing that Britain's most popular car name of all time could make a comeback.
Used EVs selling faster than petrol car alternatives as prices plummet
25/07/25 11:31
In July, a used EV is claimed to be selling on Auto Trader in an average of 28 days after first being advertised - that's a day quicker than the market average across all fuel types.
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Used electric cars selling faster than petrol alternatives as prices plummet - this luxury EV is snapped up in 17 days
25/07/25 06:00
In July, a used EV is claimed to be selling on Auto Trader in an average of 28 days after first being advertised - that's a day quicker than the market average across all fuel types.
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The £280,000 Ford Escort: RS 1800 owned by same family for 50 years
24/07/25 11:46
This is Money has exclusively spoken to the collector who placed the astronomical winning bid for the 1976 Ford Escort MkII RS 1800.
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Vehicle production in Britain sinks to lowest level since 1953
24/07/25 11:36
Mike Hawes, SMMT chief executive, told a press briefing on Wednesday that the first half year figures are 'depressing' but hopes it marks 'the nadir' for the industry.
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Vehicle production sinks to lowest level since 1953 as UK car factories suffer 'depressing' first half of year
24/07/25 09:19
Mike Hawes, SMMT chief executive, told a press briefing on Wednesday that the first half year figures are 'depressing' but hopes it marks 'the nadir' for the industry.
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French automaker to ditch leather for vegan interiors
23/07/25 02:05
Not every car maker is taking this vegan-friendly direction. A PETA study carried out last year highlighted those that are sticking with traditional cow hides.
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The common 'polite' habit that could land drivers a £1,000 fine
23/07/25 12:04
While drivers might think they're being considerate, the action can be observed by police as intimidating behaviour and even an obstruction of an officer's line of duty.
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The £280,000 Ford Escort: MkII RS 1800 owned by same family for 50 years sells for record price
23/07/25 11:41
This is Money has exclusively spoken to the collector who placed the astronomical winning bid for the 1976 Ford Escort MkII RS 1800.
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Rage and despair of the 100,000 Citroen owners told: Do not drive your car!
22/07/25 09:00
Tony and Linda Curtis from Stourbridge (main) bought a £3k Ford runaround after being ordered not to drive their 2016 Citroen DS3. Jackie and her daughter Claudia (inset) are also unable to drive their cars.
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Renault to stop using leather interiors after talks with PETA
22/07/25 05:23
Not every car maker is taking this vegan-friendly direction. A PETA study carried out last year highlighted those that are sticking with traditional cow hides.
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French car giant to stop using animal leather - but which brands AREN'T appeasing the vegans
22/07/25 03:15
Not every car maker is taking this vegan-friendly direction. A PETA study carried out last year highlighted those that are sticking with traditional cow hides.
Drivers warned over £1,000 fine if they're caught performing this common 'polite' habit on the road
22/07/25 01:08
While drivers might think they're being considerate, the action can be observed by police as intimidating behaviour and even an obstruction of an officer's line of duty.
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Analysis: EV drivers cover higher annual mileage than petrol owners
22/07/25 11:22
More than one in 20 car miles driven in the UK is by an electric vehicle, according to new analysis.
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5 EVs likely eligible for new Electric Car Grant of up to £3,750
22/07/25 11:18
We've picked five of the best EVs that are certain to be eligible for Labour's new Electric Car Grant unveiled today - though we will have to wait to find out which will qualify for the full amount of £3,750.
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New cheapest electric car in Britain
21/07/25 02:47
A Chinese newcomer has discounted its two electric models to match subsidies set to be offered by Labour's just announced Electric Car Grant.
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New cheapest electric car in Britain! Chinese brand cuts small EV's price to £14,500
18/07/25 11:58
A Chinese newcomer has discounted its two electric models to match subsidies set to be offered by Labour's just announced Electric Car Grant.
Labour's Electric Car Grant will be a drain on taxpayers and cause 'rampant EV depreciation', experts warn
18/07/25 10:18
While discounts of £3,750 will make shiny new battery cars more appealing, the scheme threatens to further compound a crash in used EV values, industry insiders say.
Fifth of motorists take a major risk the night before driving early the next day
18/07/25 08:32
A survey of drivers has found that 21% do this after 10pm in the evening knowing that the next day they will be behind the wheel before 9am.
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How much battery range has this electric Volkswagen lost after clocking 107,000 miles in four years?
18/07/25 06:00
One of the biggest concerns with electric cars is the lifespan of their batteries and how quickly they degrade over time and due to high mileage and repeat recharges.
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Electric car drivers cover higher annual mileage than petrol owners
17/07/25 11:01
More than one in 20 car miles driven in the UK is by an electric vehicle, according to new analysis.
Used Audi A2 advertised for bargain price of £300 has a nasty surprise lurking inside...
17/07/25 09:20
Despite its high mileage - in excess of 100,000 miles - the Facebook Marketplace main image shows what looks to be a pretty tidy exterior. But wait until you see inside...
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Switch to E10 petrol is costing you an extra 3.5p a litre at the pumps
17/07/25 06:00
E10 unleaded with a 10% bioethanol blend replaced E5 (5% mix) on 1 September 2021 to become the 'standard' type of petrol sold at forecourts across the country.
Car dealers told to suspend sales of Citroen cars
16/07/25 01:51
A team of motor trade lawyers has issued a nationwide warning to used car dealers to halt sales of vehicles in stock. But they could be stuck with them for months...
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Car dealers told to suspend sales of used Citroen cars impacted by urgent 'stop-drive' airbag recall
16/07/25 01:33
A team of motor trade lawyers has issued a nationwide warning to used car dealers to halt sales of vehicles in stock. But they could be stuck with them for months...
Supermarkets to be named and shamed for abuse of parking rules at stores this month
15/07/25 11:29
The issue in question has become prevalent in recent years, with cases of fraud, misuse and threatening behaviour increasing by over 1,000 per cent since 2016.
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Ministers unveil subsidies of up to £3,750 in desperate bid to boost EV sales - but Teslas WON'T be covered
15/07/25 07:57
Taxpayers are pumping around £650million into cutting the prices of EVs until 2028-29 so they are more attractive to drivers.
Poorest households spend a QUARTER of income on car ownership
14/07/25 11:01
A charity has warned ministers that the nation's transport system is placing a 'serious strain' on hard-up families in Britain and is ' deepening poverty and social exclusion'.
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Five best EVs to buy with Labour's new £3,750 Electric Car Grant
14/07/25 09:30
We've picked five of the best EVs that are certain to be eligible for Labour's new Electric Car Grant unveiled today - though we will have to wait to find out which will qualify for the full amount of £3,750.
Signs for EV chargers to be fitted on major UK roads
14/07/25 04:54
The DfT has confirmed the signage will shortly begin to appear on major A-roads in England to play a major part in supporting the push for drivers to switch to electric cars.
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This new road sign is coming to England very soon...
14/07/25 09:00
The DfT has confirmed the signage will shortly begin to appear on major A-roads in England to play a major part in supporting the push for drivers to switch to electric cars.
Britain's worst drink driver had enough alcohol in his system to have put him in a COMA
12/07/25 05:00
The highest reading for someone convicted of drink driving between 2015-2024 was a 39-year-old male who registered a reading of 513mg/dL (milligrams per decilitre).
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Government accused of 'bending the knee' to rogue private parking firms
11/07/25 01:20
The Government has today launched a long-awaited consultation to 'raise standards' in the private parking sector. But the AA accused its measures as being far too weak.
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Man 'nearly fainted' after discovering how much WeBuyAnyCar offered for his £74,000 Audi - but is the price fair?
11/07/25 11:32
The video captures the moment the WeBuyAnyCar expert offers Harley Perkins his best price for his R8 V10 Plus. But is his response just a huge overreaction?
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Hundreds of Citroens with potentially lethal defects are still for sale
11/07/25 10:48
Motorists who purchase these cars are not only at risk of driving away in a dangerous motor but could also invalidate their insurance due to there being an active recall notice in place.
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Is the Chinese EV bubble about to burst?
11/07/25 07:00
Oversupply has resulted in overwhelmed EV competition in China with over 100 different brands. And it has sparked a debilitating price war that just one in ten marques will survive.
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Is the Chinese electric car bubble about to burst?
10/07/25 06:00
Oversupply has resulted in overwhelmed EV competition in China with over 100 different brands. And it has sparked a debilitating price war that just one in ten marques will survive.
Bentley's EXP 15 is an enormous electric SUV limo - but it only has three seats
09/07/25 12:05
The British luxury car maker has unveiled its hulking EXP 15 - a car it has dubbed a 'design vision concept' that lays the foundations for Bentley's 'reimagined future' as an EV brand.
Best-selling cars of 2025 so far: Models snapped up most in the first half of the year
09/07/25 10:55
As we have officially passed the mid-way point of the year, here's the 10 new models that have been flying out of showrooms in the greatest volumes in 2025.
Fiat unveils new petrol car after EV sales tank
07/07/25 03:19
The legendary Italian marque has revealed the new 500 Hybrid - a car it said just five years it would never produce.
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The petrol car people actually want to buy: Fiat confirms new hybrid model after making major EV U-turn
07/07/25 02:40
The legendary Italian marque has revealed the new 500 Hybrid - a car it said just five years it would never produce.
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Another car maker threatens factory closures as pressure to increase EV sales weighs heavy
03/07/25 11:17
European boss Jean-Philippe Imparato (inset) says EU makers are being forced to sell more EVs to cut CO2 emissions or risk penalties as part of the bloc's efforts to hit air pollution targets.
Thousands of British motorists are unable to drive popular car model after urgent airbag warning
03/07/25 07:11
More than an estimated 100,000 motorists have been left unable to drive their cars after an urgent warning over a potential lethal fault with airbags.
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5 of the world's most picturesque road trips
02/07/25 07:03
A study has listed the top five road trips that have accumulated the most shared photos posted on Instagram - with the most snapped of all clocking a massive 2.4 million hashtag mentions.
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Campaigners call for Wimbledon to end partnership with Range Rover
02/07/25 04:17
Group says Wimbledon must stop shuttling tennis players in 'dangerous supersized' Range Rover SUVs and instead force the likes of Emma Raducanu to take the tube or a bus.
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Council deploys fleet of vehicles this week that we typically only see in winter
02/07/25 01:53
Drivers in the Central Bedfordshire region may have been held up on journeys in the last few days by a seasonally unusual sight...
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Motorists slapped with nearly 40,000 private parking charges a day as DVLA sold record 14.4m driver details last year
02/07/25 12:14
A 13% increase in driver detail requests made by private parking firms in 2024-25 means an average of 27 charges are issued to motorists every minute.
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World's most Instagrammed road trips - two of the top five are close to home...
02/07/25 06:00
A study has listed the top five road trips that have accumulated the most shared photos posted on Instagram - with the most snapped of all clocking a massive 2.4 million hashtag mentions.
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Anti-SUV campaigners call for Wimbledon to end partnership with Range Rover and for players to use public transport during tournament
01/07/25 11:02
Group says Wimbledon must stop shuttling tennis players in 'dangerous supersized' Range Rover SUVs and instead force the likes of Emma Raducanu to take the tube or a bus.
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The post-Glastonbury clean-up festival goers didn't expect: Police seized 21 uninsured cars around Worthy Farm
01/07/25 02:18
The Motor Insurers' Bureau and Somerset & Avon Police said the aim of the targeted sting was to 'maximise safer travel for both festivalgoers and the local community'.
How does your title affect your car insurance quote? Data reveals price gulf between Mr, Mrs, Miss and Ms
01/07/25 06:00
Despite laws to make it illegal for insurance providers to discriminate by gender, male drivers are still being quoted hundreds more for motor cover, Which? has found.
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Drivers still being fleeced at the pumps by fuel retailers pocketing big margins, watchdog says
30/06/25 11:36
The CMA said retailers' margins - the difference between what they pay for fuel and what they sell it at - remained high compared to historic levels.
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Collection of 20 barely used McLaren supercars amassed by F1 team's late co-owner Mansour Ojjeh for sale
30/06/25 10:39
The incredible haul of British super and hypercars make up the garage of the McLaren Formula One team's late co-owner Mansour Ojjeh, who died in 2021.
Now passengers can play Pictionary on your Audi's dashboard screen - but is it a distraction drivers don't need?
30/06/25 06:00
Is the inception of in-car gaming on the move simply a cracking way to keep the kids entertained on long journeys, or does it pose a new road safety risk?
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The five best value new cars on sale: Which? reveals its magic formula - and what you should pay
28/06/25 05:00
If you're looking to buy a new car and value for money is top of your priorities, then sit tight as we can tell you which showrooms you really need to visit.
Mercedes' electric family supercar of tomorrow
27/06/25 02:38
Previewing a production car due in the next year, the Porsche Taycan rival promises to be a tour de force like nothing else seen in the electric car market.
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The luxury house Aston Martin built
27/06/25 01:33
The four-storey residence is in the city's highly desirable Omotesandō district, meaning you'll need a sizable collection of zeros in your bank account to afford it.
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The house Aston Martin built: British car firm unveils luxury Tokyo mansion... with a lavish garage
27/06/25 06:00
The four-storey residence is in the city's highly desirable Omotesandō district, meaning you'll need a sizable collection of zeros in your bank account to afford it.
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How China's BYD overtook Tesla to become the world's biggest EV maker
26/06/25 03:47
BYD (Build Your Dreams) arrived in the UK two years ago and has become the fastest growing car brand. How has it achieved its 'overnight success'?
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Mercedes' electric family supercar of tomorrow: Concept AMG GT XX hits 224mph and adds 250 miles of range in 5 mins
26/06/25 11:53
Previewing a production car due in the next year, the Porsche Taycan rival promises to be a tour de force like nothing else seen in the electric car market.
Major European capital is set to 'BAN cars' in bid to tackle its gridlock
26/06/25 08:15
A high court has ruled that people living in the capital can vote next year on whether they should forbid most vehicles from passing through after years of campaigning.
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How China's BYD overtook Tesla to become world's biggest EV maker - now it's plotting to takeover the UK
26/06/25 06:00
BYD (Build Your Dreams) arrived in the UK two years ago and has become the fastest growing car brand. How has it achieved its 'overnight success'?
Drivers fined £1MILLION last year for one type of road traffic offence after councils were given new powers to extend the war on motorists
25/06/25 11:01
A staggering £998,640 of penalty charge notices (PCNs) were issued to drivers in 2024 for one specific infringement at just 36 different junctions across England.
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The classic Mini turned into a £75k hot hatch
25/06/25 02:54
The first hand-built example has already been delivered to an extremely well-known face... and body.
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The classic Mini turned into a £75,000 hot hatch - and the first model built has been sold to... a model
25/06/25 01:13
The first hand-built example has already been delivered to an extremely well-known face... and body.
Should I rush out to fill up my car with petrol now as Israel-Iran tensions continue?
24/06/25 04:27
With the situation between Israel and Iran remaining volatile, drivers will be asking themselves if now is the best time to fill up with fuel while prices are low.
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Enormous fire at Jaguar Land Rover's £500million Castle Bromwich car plant as firefighters rush to scene
24/06/25 09:15
Eight fire engines, three 4×4 brigade response vehicles and a hydraulic aerial platform were sent to Jaguar Land Rover's Castle Bromwich base in the Castle Vale area of Birmingham this morning.
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Electric cars that crash in value in a year: Some are worth just a THIRD of their new price after 12 months
24/06/25 06:00
Some electric cars shed tens of thousands of pounds after just a year. Here's a countdown of the 20 models losing value quickest.
Stellantis issues 'stop drive' action following fatal incident
23/06/25 03:40
The immediate 'stop drive' notice has been issued for all examples across Europe with outstanding recall notices for a well-documented fault impacting tens of millions of cars worldwide.
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Major car maker issues 'stop drive' recall on popular older models after lethal issue killed woman in France
23/06/25 02:30
The immediate 'stop drive' notice has been issued for all examples across Europe with outstanding recall notices for a well-documented fault.
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Roger Moore's favourite Bond car is currently being auctioned... and it's NOT an Aston Martin
20/06/25 09:36
One of six genuine film cars from the 1981 Bond movie For Your Eyes Only is being sold in an online auction after being recovered from a scrapyard. And it could go for $500k.
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Dartford Crossing charge to increase by 40% in September - here's how much you'll have to pay
19/06/25 04:34
Drivers face an increase in pricing to use the Dartford Crossing for the first time since 2014 in what motoring groups have dubbed a blatant 'revenue raiser'.
Land Rover launches special-edition Defender
19/06/25 03:56
Land Rover has unveiled a new special-edition Defender to pay homage to a classic model that proved the incredible off-road capabilities of the British 4X4s in the 1980s.
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Land Rover launches new model paying homage to 1980s classic 4X4s - and it's not cheap
19/06/25 01:41
Land Rover has unveiled a new special-edition Defender to pay homage to a classic model that proved the incredible off-road capabilities of the British 4X4s in the 1980s.
Much loved Japanese car brand that disappeared five years ago plots dramatic UK comeback
19/06/25 09:54
The Japanese car firm announced it was pulling out of the UK market - and Europe as a whole - in 2020 following a sales crash triggered by the pandemic. But it could soon return...
Record number of cyclists report drivers passing too close after major Highway Code rule change in 2022
17/06/25 11:02
Some 15,779 clips of dangerously close overtaking were submitted by cyclists to police forces in England and Wales last year.
Electric cars 'break down more often', reveal both What Car? and the AA
17/06/25 11:01
Owners of EVs have revealed they break down and leave them stranded at the roadside more often than their internal combustion engine equivalents, according to a new report.
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The little known car insurance that could save you £5,600 as payouts TREBLE
17/06/25 06:00
The controversial insurance product, which covers a car's loss in value if it is written off in an accident or stolen, has come under scrutiny in recent years.
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Five used convertible cars to buy in 2025 for under £25k with robust reliability
17/06/25 06:00
With temperatures tipped to soar beyond 30 degrees across Britain this week, a cheap second-hand convertible will be a very tempting proposition.

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