Two men jailed after 25 Porsches worth £1 million stolen in ‘sophisticated’ ploy

Two men jailed after 25 Porsches worth £1 million stolen in ‘sophisticated’ ploy

Officers are still trying to locate some of the vehicles 14:15, 22 Dec 2025Updated 14:15, 22 Dec 2025 Two men have been jailed following an investigation into the theft of 25 Porsches across Greater Manchester with a total value of £1m. Eidmantas Sadauskas, 34, and Vytautas Ceponis, 35, both of no fixed abode, started the series of car thefts in January this year. The sophisticated work, in which Porsches were specifically targeted, saw the pair use equipment and tools to disable the vehicle se...
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Renewables with battery storage cheapest form of firm power: CEEW expert

Renewables with battery storage cheapest form of firm power: CEEW expert

SENSEX   85,567.48 + 638.12 NIFTY   26,172.40 + 206.00 CRUDEOIL   5,246.00 + 141.00 GOLD   136,350.00 + 2,154.00 SILVER   213,500.00 + 5,061.00 SENSEX   85,567.48 + 638.12 NIFTY   26,172.40 + 206.00 NIFTY   26,172.40 + 206.00 CRUDEOIL   5,246.00 + 141.00 CRUDEOIL   5,246.00 + 141.00 GOLD   136,350.00 + 2,154.00 Home Economy A CEEW study finds that, in the following five years, grid flexibility needs will increase at least five times, said Disha Agarwal, Senior P...
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Vehicle Recycling Fee Starts 2026: What Nigerian Car Buyers Should Know

Vehicle Recycling Fee Starts 2026: What Nigerian Car Buyers Should Know

From 2026, Nigerians who buy vehicles or process vehicle registrations will be required to pay a mandatory Vehicle Recycling Fee as the Federal Government rolls out a new End-of-Life Vehicle (ELV) programme to change how cars are imported, used, repaired, and disposed of in the country. Nigeria wants to stop being a dumping ground for broken-down vehicles, reduce environmental harm from abandoned or poorly dismantled cars, and build a structured recycling and parts-reuse industry that can crea...
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New EV motor invention could cut 1,000 pounds from future vehicles, making them much lighter while boosting their range

New EV motor invention could cut 1,000 pounds from future vehicles, making them much lighter while boosting their range

(Image credit: Eugene Mymrin/Getty Images) A new in-wheel motor for electric vehicles (EVs) delivers a massive amount of torque in a lightweight package, its developers say. The motor — which was made by YASA, a subsidiary of Mercedes-Benz that also provides motors to Ferrari — weighs only 28 pounds (12.7 kilograms) but can deliver up to 1,000 horsepower at once or a sustained 469 to 536 hp for longer durations. This new mark breaks YASA’s own previous unofficial record, a 29-pound mot...
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The best budget laptops for 2026

The best budget laptops for 2026

A tight budget does not mean you have to settle for a slow or outdated laptop. Many affordable models today offer solid performance for work, classes and everyday browsing, and some even pack in extras like bright displays or long battery life. Whether you need something for school, travel or streaming, there are plenty of budget laptops that deliver more value than you might expect. Since the options can be overwhelming, we tested a wide range of devices to find the best budget laptops that off...
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‘Try not to react too fast’: Grab driver comforts child who vomited in her car, receives $25 tip from mum, Singapore News – AsiaOne

‘Try not to react too fast’: Grab driver comforts child who vomited in her car, receives $25 tip from mum, Singapore News – AsiaOne

A Grab driver did not get upset when a child she was ferrying vomited in her car, but reacted with kindness and was later rewarded by the child’s mother. The private-hire vehicle (PHV) driver, Ang Ee Xin, shared her experience in the Goodman PHV SG Facebook group. The incident occurred on Dec 20 at around 8.50am when she accepted a ride to take a family to Tanah Merah Ferry Terminal. When they were close to the destination, the girl unexpectedly vomited all over her clothes and seatbelt. &...
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End-of-life vehicle policy to unlock N150bn yearly into Nigeria’s economy — NADDC

End-of-life vehicle policy to unlock N150bn yearly into Nigeria’s economy — NADDC

December 22, 2025December 22, 2025 By Felix Khanoba The National Automotive Design and Development Council (NADDC) has said that Nigeria’s proposed End-of-Life Vehicle (ELV) policy could contribute about N150 billion annually to the national economy once it becomes operational. The Director-General of NADDC, Mr Joseph Osanipin, disclosed this during an interactive session with journalists in Abuja, explaining that the projected revenue would come from recycling activities, parts recovery an...
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Chaos as Boda Boda Riders Torch 65-Seater Bus Along Nairobi-Nakuru Highway

Chaos as Boda Boda Riders Torch 65-Seater Bus Along Nairobi-Nakuru Highway

Irate boda boda riders on Sunday evening set ablaze a 65-seater bus after the driver reportedly ran over two people in the Salgaa area in Nakuru County. According to reports, the accident occurred along the Nairobi-Nakuru highway after the bus, which was heading to Kampala, reportedly struck the duo who were on a motorbike, killing them instantly. The accident quickly drew the attention of boda boda riders, who began attacking the bus driver before they went ahead to set the vehicle ablaze. The...
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France’s Electric Vehicle Market: Accelerating Toward a Sustainable Mobility Future

France Electric Vehicle Market Accelerates to USD 34.74 Billion by 2029, Driven by Government Incentives and Battery Electric Dominance The France Electric Vehicle Market valued at USD 18.88 billion in 2022, is projected to reach USD 34.74 billion by 2029, growing at a CAGR of 9.1%. Robust government initiatives, expanding charging infrastructure, and rising consumer demand for sustainable mobility propel this expansion, positioning France as a European leader in EV adoption. Request a Free Sa...
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The auto industry was warned: Battery recycling was poisoning people

The auto industry was warned: Battery recycling was poisoning people

Will Fitzgibbon New York Times· 22 Dec, 2025 02:00 AM9 mins to read A worker unloading dead batteries from a vehicle at a breaking yard in Lagos, Nigeria, in April. Photo / Finbarr O’Reilly, The New York Times A worker unloading dead batteries from a vehicle at a breaking yard in Lagos, Nigeria, in April. Photo / Finbarr O’Reilly, The New York Times Despite decades of evidence on the toxic effects of lead battery recycling, companies opted not to act and blocked efforts to clean up the indu...
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