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South Wales Guardian
24-05-2025
- South Wales Guardian
Carmarthenshire drivers in court across Wales and England
The trio were accused of speeding in 20mph limits and on the M4. Their cases were heard in Merthyr Tydfil and Swindon. Here's a round-up of their cases. RYAN COUSINS, 21, of Cwmamman Road in Garnant, was clocked doing 50mph in a 20mph speed limit. Cousins was driving a Citroen Berlingo on the A4102 Swansea Road in Merthyr Tydfil on November 9 when he was caught by a speed camera. He pleaded guilty, and was fined £400 at Merthyr Tydfil Combined Court Centre on May 16. Cousins was also told to pay £90 in costs and a £160 surcharge, and was hit with six points on his licence. DAVY RICHARDS, 43, of Ffordd Y Glowyr in Betws, was caught speeding on the M4 at Swindon. Richards was behind the wheel of a Vauxhall Vivaro on July 21 last year when he was clocked speeding by a manned speed camera. He pleaded guilty at Swindon Magistrates' Court on April 28. Richards was ordered to pay a £461 fine, £90 in costs, and a £184 surcharge. He also had five points added to his licence. SHAUN DAVIES, 33, of Tir Y Dail Lane in Ammanford, was caught speeding in a 20mph limit in Merthyr Tydfil. Davies was clocked by a speed camera doing 29mph in a Mercedes Sprinter on the A4102 Swansea Road on July 15. He pleaded guilty at Merthyr Tydfil Combined Court Centre on April 23, and must pay a £130 fine, £90 in costs, and a £52 surcharge. Davies had three points added to his licence, and was also banned from driving for six months for accumulating too many points.
Yahoo
15-05-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Sutton's new 'electric' street sweepers that will actually run on diesel
New 'electric" street sweepers will actually run on diesel, Sutton Council has admitted. Last month, the local authority posted to X revealing a new fleet of road sweepers would soon be taking to the borough's streets. The post read: 'GREENER - New electric street cleaning vehicles and new waste and recycling collection vehicles powered by more sustainable fuel. 'Just some of the ways the Council will take action on climate change and increase recycling rates in Sutton.' GREENER - New electric street cleaning vehicles and new waste and recycling collection vehicles powered by more sustainable fuel. Just some of the ways the Council will take action on climate change and increase recycling rates in Sutton.♻️ — Sutton Council (@SuttonCouncil) April 4, 2025 However, after a Freedom of Information (FoI) request about the new road sweepers, the council has now admitted that the vehicles are not electric after all, but instead run on diesel. READ MORE - The local authority said that its waste contractor Veolia has purchased seven Hako Citymaster mechanical sweepers, confirming that they 'are currently fuelled by diesel'. But despite the apparent error, the council has stood by their original social media post. 'The council did not claim diesel vehicles are electric and there was no mix-up on the social media post,' the local authority claimed in its FoI response. 'The new Sutton waste and street cleaning contract includes a mixed fleet, including electric vehicles such as the Citroen Berlingo van and the electric trike which were pictured, as well as diesel vehicles that can run on fuels such as recycled vegetable oil.' When approached by Your Local Guardian for a response, the council declined to comment further.
Western Telegraph
06-05-2025
- Western Telegraph
Driver admits careless driving after A478 crash at Narberth
Rodney Kendrick, of St David's Road in Letterston, appeared in court accused of driving without due care and attention. Kendrick was driving on the A478 Providence Hill in Narberth on January 5. As a Citroen Berlingo was coming in the opposite direction – towards Narberth – Kendrick's vehicle crossed over the central white line and into the path of the Citroen. The crash was captured on dashcam footage. For the latest crime and court news for west Wales, you can join our Facebook group here. The driver of the Citroen sustained whiplash-type injuries to their neck, as well as sprains and strains, bruising and shock. Damage was caused to the front offside, front, and offside bodywork of Citroen, whilst Kendrick's vehicle sustained damage to the front offside. Kendrick pleaded guilty to careless driving at Llanelli Magistrates' Court on April 30. He was fined £80, and must pay £110 in costs and a £32 surcharge. He also had five points added to his licence.
Yahoo
04-05-2025
- Automotive
- Yahoo
Tesla owners blindsided by claim of unexpected issue forcing costly replacements — here's the vehicle flagged
One of the world's most popular electric vehicles may also burn through tires at a faster rate than other cars, a new report suggested — though the data raised plenty of questions as well. Tesla's Model 3 needed the most tire changes of any car in the United Kingdom, according to new data from British tire dealer Kwik Fit and further reporting by This Is Money. The tire company monitored a year's worth of data from its locations across the U.K., seeing which vehicles were brought in for tire changes at disproportionately high rates at each location. The Model 3 ranked first in 54 areas, or more than double the second-place Citroen Berlingo. Another Tesla, the Model Y, ranked first in 16 areas, putting it at No. 3 on this list. The type of terrain native to each area didn't seem to matter, as the Model 3 required the most tire changes in areas all across the country. It was also first in 14 of the 32 boroughs within London. When all of a carmaker's models are considered, Tesla required the most changes in more locations than the next four automakers combined. Tesla has reportedly accounted for about 2% of new car sales in the United Kingdom as the most popular EV brand and one of the most popular car brands overall, but the market share is still not high enough to explain away Kwik Fit's findings. While EVs do tend to be heavier on average and could lead to greater tire wear, what seems to be missing in the data is any indication of how often each car type needs to return for new tire changes on average, making the raw counting totals difficult to use for meaningful conclusions. On that note, This Is Money acknowledged that Tesla told the outlet the "above average changing of Model 3 tyres likely ties in with the Model 3 delivery period; Tesla started delivering the Model 3 in volume in the UK in 2021 — within the three to five year period typical for tyre replacement recommendations." So without more data to go on, it's very possible that the spike is merely because a high number of Model 3s all hit U.K. roads about four years ago and are starting to need tire changes, rather than a more gradual spread. This report is just one of the latest bad PR moments facing the struggling EV brand. The company's first-quarter results showed a 20% year-over-year decline in auto revenue, and a 71% drop in net income. That came on the heels of its stock price and sales numbers both falling over the first few months of 2025. And any report that makes potential converts question whether they should buy an EV is potentially bad news for the environment. Do you trust Tesla to produce quality products? Absolutely I trust Tesla not Elon I'm not sure Not at all Click your choice to see results and speak your mind. Even when accounting for the pollution created when making and charging electric vehicles, EVs are still responsible for far less carbon pollution per mile traveled than cars with internal combustion engines. Massachusetts Institute of Technology showed that EVs, on average, create nearly half the pollution of gas-powered cars. Just like with any car, doing research before buying an EV is important. This will make sure you're getting the car you want now — and one you can afford to maintain later. On this front, it's worth noting that most EVs are equipped with tires that can handle a slightly heavier car. Beyond that, it could be beneficial to research any statistics or owner testimonials on tire replacement frequency as well as the overall weight of a particular vehicle you're considering, if concerned about tire wear and tear. It's also worth researching which driving habits lead to tire wear, such as hard braking, rapid acceleration, and improper inflation. "While the Maintenance Index has highlighted those models which are most likely to have had new tires fitted, our advice is consistent across all vehicles when it comes to tire care," Kwik Fit's Roger Griggs said in a statement. "Keeping tyres at the correct pressure and regularly checking wheel alignment will both help prolong the life of the tyres and also ensure they hold the road effectively." Join our free newsletter for good news and useful tips, and don't miss this cool list of easy ways to help yourself while helping the planet.
Western Telegraph
04-05-2025
- Western Telegraph
Pembrokeshire and Carmarthenshire motorists in court
The six defendants were accused of offences including drink and drug-driving, speeding, refusing to take a breathalyser test, and keeping an untaxed vehicle. Their cases were heard at Llanelli Magistrates' Court. For the latest crime and court news for west Wales, you can join our Facebook group here. Here's a round-up of the cases. SEAN AGNEW, 58, of Vetch Close in Pembroke, has been banned after driving whilst over the drug-drive limit. Agnew was behind the wheel of a Nissan Qashqai on Hywel Way in Pembroke on August 1. When tested, he recorded having more than 92 micrograms of benzoylecgonine – the main metabolite of cocaine – per litre (µg/L) of blood. The legal limit – to exclude accidental exposure – is 50µg/L. Agnew pleaded guilty to a charge of driving whilst unfit through drugs at Llanelli Magistrates' Court on April 3. He was banned from driving for three years, and has been ordered to pay a £180 fine, £400 in costs, and a £72 surcharge. HANNAH RAWLINGS, 30, of The Paddock in Penally, was caught speeding on the A48 in Carmarthenshire. Rawlings was clocked by a manned speed camera doing 79mph in a BMW on the 70mph limit A48 at Pensarn on October 5. She pleaded guilty, and was fined £170 at Llanelli Magistrates' Court on April 15. Rawlings must also pay £90 in costs and a £68 surcharge, and had three points added to her licence. JAMIE WATKINS, 44, of Woodfield Grove in Cosheston, has been disqualified after being caught at twice the drink-drive limit. Watkins was driving a Ford C-Max on the A484 in Llanelli on August 2 last year. When breathalysed, he recorded having 71 micrograms of alcohol per 100 millilitres of breath. The legal limit is 35. Watkins pleaded guilty to drink-driving, and was banned from driving for three years at Llanelli Magistrates' Court on April 10. He was fined £345, and must pay costs of £85 and a £230 surcharge. BRENNAN FINDLAY, 31, of Isambard Gardens in Neyland, has been ordered to pay more than £1,000 after he was accused of using a phone at the wheel and driving without insurance. Findlay was charged with using a hand-held mobile phone whilst driving a Citroen Berlingo on the A477 Llanddowror to Red Roses bypass on November 24. He was also accused of driving without insurance on that date. The defendant failed to show up at Llanelli Magistrates' Court on April 9, and he was further charged with failing to give information relating to the identification of the driver of a vehicle when required. The previous offences were withdrawn by the prosecution, and Findlay was found guilty of the failing to give information charge after it was proved in his absence. Findlay was ordered to pay a £660 fine, £110 in costs and a £264 surcharge, and had six points added to his licence. HOLLY WILLIAMS, 40, of The Cross in Cosheston, has been banned from driving after refusing to take a breathalyser test. Williams was accused of driving without due care and attention after she was behind the wheel of a Mercedes-Benz X-Class on the A477 at Haverfordwest on November 22. She was also accused of failing to provide a sample for analysis, after it was alleged that she refused to take a breathalyser test when accused of having committed a driving offence on that date. Williams denied careless driving, but admitted failing to provide a specimen for analysis. She was sentenced at Llanelli Magistrates' Court on April 10 to a one-year community order. As part of this, she must complete 90 hours of unpaid work and 15 rehabilitation activity requirement days. Williams must also pay £400 in costs and a £114 surcharge, and was banned from driving for 17 months. The prosecution offered no evidence for the careless driving offence, and the court entered a formal not guilty verdict. SAIHOBA SUSSO, 60, of Cwmbach, admitted keeping an untaxed car. It was alleged that Susso kept or used an untaxed Vauxhall Corsa on the A40 at Abernant on November 20, when the tax had run out on August 27. Susso pleaded guilty at Llanelli Magistrates' Court on April 11. The defendant was sentenced to a £40 fine, and must pay £100 in costs and £40 in vehicle excise back duty.
