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Scottish Sun
13-07-2025
- Automotive
- Scottish Sun
Man, 25, killed in horror three car crash as two others taken to hospital and cops launch appeal
The police have announced the car brands involved HORROR CRASH Man, 25, killed in horror three car crash as two others taken to hospital and cops launch appeal A 25-YEAR-OLD man has died in a car crash involving three vehicles. The collision took place in East Sussex at approximately 23.45pm on Friday. 1 The crash happened in Piddinghoe Road, Lewes The drivers of the other two cars have been taken to hospital for treatment, after sustaining serious injuries during the incident. The collision happened on Piddinghoe Road, in Lewes. The crash was between a dark grey Audi, a white Renault Clio and a white Fiat Panda. Sussex Police are appealing for any witnesses to contact them. They are also asking for anyone with footage of the collision, including dash cam video, to get in touch.
Daily Record
13-07-2025
- Daily Record
'I'm a travel agent and these five destinations are completely overrated'
The travel agent certainly didn't hold back on his review of five tourist hotspots Picking the perfect destination for your holiday is no easy task. But now, a professional travel agent may just help you narrow down your options. Carlos Lavilla, who assists in curating tailor-made trips at Turama, recently took to TikTok to share his insights. After travelling for more than three decades, he warned that some destinations are severely overrated. "These are the five tourist destinations that, as a professional travel agent, I consider to be the most overrated," he told Turama's followers. "And not just as a professional travel agent, but also as an inveterate traveller for more than 30 years, these are the tourist destinations that I don't usually recommend to my customers." No. 5: Cape Verde Counting back from fifth place, Carlos revealed that Cape Verde was among the most overhyped destinations he'd ever been to. The archipelago, situated in the Atlantic Ocean just west of Africa, has long attracted tourists from far and wide. In fact, official statistics suggest that a record-breaking 1.2 million tourists were welcomed into the nation last year alone. However, perhaps contentiously, Carlos has been disappointed with his experience. On TikTok, he said: "In my opinion, travelling to Cape Verde as an alternative to the Canary Islands is like buying a Fiat Panda thinking you're getting a Ferrari F40. No matter how you try to dress it up, there's simply no comparison." No. 4: Johannesburg, South Africa Johannesburg's position as the fourth city on the agent's list might raise a few eyebrows. As one of South Africa's largest cities, it boasts an array of significant landmarks such as Constitution Hill and the Apartheid Museum, not to mention the chance for visitors to embark on nearby wildlife safaris. However, Carlos cited its high crime rate as a reason he wasn't so keen on the destination. According to Statista data, between 2022 and 2023, Johannesburg Central experienced more contact crime incidents than any other city. These mainly included common assaults. "In addition, you'll be able to say you were robbed in one of the ugliest cities on Earth," Carlos added. No. 3: Hawaiian Islands For many, Hawaii's vibrant blue waters and beautiful beaches represent the ideal holiday destination. Unfortunately, Carlos doesn't agree. Instead, he claimed there are far 'more interesting' alternatives that are worth more of your time. He went on: "With a couple of honourable exceptions (which do exist), Hawaii is the ideal destination for an American retiree over 70 who has a collection of shirts at home that he doesn't dare to wear anywhere else. "If that's not your case, I assure you there are much more interesting and far less predictable alternatives." No. 2: South Korea Next on the hit list was South Korea and Carlos certainly didn't hold back. The travel agent not only alleged that tourists aren't treated too warmly here but also said he just finds the entire nation 'bland'. "South Korea is excessively expensive for what it offers," he said. "The treatment of foreign tourists leaves much to be desired. I find it bland, insipid, and rather sad. You may return home shrouded in a great depression." Despite his views, tourism in South Korea is only increasing. The nation's capital, Seoul, and other major cities like Busan, are among the various hotspots that welcome countless visitors every year. No. 1: Doha, Qatar Last but not least, Carlos drew attention to Doha. Qatar's capital is often deemed a vibrant source of culture, hosting numerous museums, malls and even a chance to hop on desert safaris. Yet, Carlos disagrees. In fact, he compared tourism here to visiting a 'petrol station in the middle of a motorway'. He explained: "For my taste, Doha in tourism terms is like a petrol station in the middle of a motorway: a place where you stop briefly to relieve yourself, grab a quick bite, rest for a few minutes, and then carry on. There's nothing more to it." Unsurprisingly, the travel agent's views stirred up quite the debate on TikTok. While some users agreed with his views, others slammed them as completely untrue. One person wrote: "I've travelled to more than 40 countries, and South Korea is one of the best places to relax and see very different things, and they treat you wonderfully! And Cape Verde is very diverse, with several islands, all different, very Europeanised, having been a Portuguese colony. It's highly recommended, not to put it in the top 5 most overrated..." Another person added: "Have you been to Cape Verde? There are 10 islands... and they are all different." Meanwhile, someone else said: "I would add Cuba. Depressing."
Daily Mail
10-07-2025
- Automotive
- Daily Mail
World's thinnest car is unveiled, but critics call it ‘ugly and impractical'
The world's skinniest car has been revealed in Italy, and it certainly looks as if it's overdosed on Ozempic, but it turns out it is a fully-functioning vehicle. The Fiat Panda, just 19.6in wide, fits a driver in the front and a passenger in the back – as long as they're slender enough. It can steer left and right, stop and drive forwards and backwards like any other vehicle, but cornering at speed may be a risk. The car will appeal to those left infuriated by wasted space at a car park, as it can fit in some of the tightest of gaps. But it's been getting a mixed response on social media, with commenters calling it 'impractical', 'ugly' and 'nuts'. One Reddit user joked: 'They've got a Flintstones hatch where you just put your feet down on the ground to stabilize yourself.' Another said: 'The only car allowed in the bike lane', while a third posted: 'I can see Mr. Bean driving this.' Another Reddit user said: 'Average American wouldn't fit, while a fifth added: 'I'm getting claustrophobic just looking at it.' Someone else pointed out: 'I'd be shocked if this was designed with anything like health and safety regulations in mind.' Easy parking: There's few things more annoying than finding wasted space at a car park - but the new ultra-slim vehicle can fit in some of the tightest of gaps The remarkable vehicle was handcrafted by 30-year-old Italian mechanic Andrea Marazzi, who used original materials from a 1993 model Fiat Panda. He demonstrated it at a recent festival celebrating 45 years of the Fiat Panda in the Italian town of Pandino, south east of Milan. And in response to suggestions the vehicle could be felled by the slightest wind, he demonstrated its stability with some robust pushing. 'Many people think that it will tip over just by blowing but they are wrong,' he said in a video posted to Instagram, translated from Italian. 'Look here – you have to push it a little and it will wobble but it won't [fall over].' As well as being just 19.6in wide, the car weighs 582lb, stands 57in tall, and is 133in long, according to Design Boom. Despite its slender build, it has several features that normal cars have, including four wheels, two rear-view mirrors and two passenger doors either side of the driver. At the back is a small space for a passenger who has to be of a very short and slender build, ideally a child. The car also has a steering wheel, indicator lights, and a single headlight for cruising at night, but no license plates. And rather than a gas engine under the bonnet, it runs on a 24V electric battery and motor taken from an e-scooter, which means it only goes at 9mph, which is too slow for the roads. Mr Marazzi is in the process of submitting the car for a Guinness World Record as the slimmest functioning vehicle ever made. Gaurav Sood, consumer electronics expert at Yanko Design, called it more of an 'art installation than transport solution'. 'The narrow Panda invites viewers to rethink proportions, functionality, and playfulness in mechanical design,' he said. 'It's a rolling experiment – part engineering challenge, part tribute, and part public spectacle.' Although this is a fully-functional car, it's not for sale, nor is it legally registered for driving on public roads. However, the slim Fiat Panda does give an idea of what cars of the near future could look like, in order to make use of free space in congested car parks and roadsides.
Metro
09-07-2025
- Automotive
- Metro
World's narrowest car might finally make it easy to park
A mechanic has built a car so slim that it looks like the photo was taken in a fun house mirror. The blue car only has space for the driver and possibly one passenger in the back, though we wouldn't be keen to contort ourselves into there. Just 50cm wide, the car is about the width of a pillow, and has room for just one headlamp on the front. It would be very easy to reverse park with it though, so we'll give it that. Unfortuntately, you won't be able to buy one though, unless perhaps if you contact its owner director to make you a bespoke new one. Andrea Marazzi, 30, made it especially for a festival in Italy celebrating 45 years of the Fiat Panda. He used original materials from a 1993 model to make the new look electric Panda, which doesn't look any different from the side, then seems comically 2D once you see it head on. To view this video please enable JavaScript, and consider upgrading to a web browser that supports HTML5 video It was a popular sight at the festival in Pandino, southeast of Milan, and has since gone viral. He is reportedly preparing an official application for it to be recognised by Guinness World Records as the narrowest car ever built. The car includes the original rear seat, but modified so only the very smallest could perch their bottom on it. Even the front seat is also very pinched, much narrower than in a standard version. According to DesignBoom, it weighs 264 kg, is 145 cm tall, and 50cm side. At a top speed of only 15km and range of 25km on a full charge, the catch is that it's not road legal, with its motor taken from an e-scooter. Mr Marazzi built the car at the scrapyard and workshop owned by his family, Autodemolizione Marazzi in Bagnolo Cremasco. More Trending He says its sturdier than it looks. Would you drive a car this thin? Yeah, it would save space In a video on Instagram, he showed how it would not just tip over even when given a significant shove. 'Many people think that it will tip over just by blowing but they are wrong,' he said in Italian. 'Look here – you have to push it a little and it will wobble but it won't [fall over].' Get in touch with our news team by emailing us at webnews@ For more stories like this, check our news page. MORE: How the €1 European house scheme actually works MORE: First picture of builder, 35, killed after being 'sucked into plane engine' MORE: Hero sniffer dog killed by 'cowards' who gave him sausages with nails in them
Auto Car
09-07-2025
- Automotive
- Auto Car
My Week In Cars: New Steve Cropley/Matt Prior podcast (ep.148)
Close This week finds Steve Cropley talking about Dacia Dusters old and new, Matt Prior finds himself confused by the appearance of some new cars, while the pair discuss a Fiat Panda Twinair, the new Ferrari Amalfi, the refinement of a Genesis G80 and much more, including your correspondence. Make sure you never miss an Autocar podcast. Subscribe to our podcasts via Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Amazon Podcasts or via your preferred podcast platform. And if you subscribe, rate and review the pod, we'd really appreciate that too.
