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The Sun
4 hours ago
- Business
- The Sun
Coca-cola has discontinued flavour shoppers ‘absolutely love' leaving fans heartbroken
COCA-COLA has discontinued a popular flavour and fans are heartbroken. Coca-Cola Vanilla Zero has permanently vanished from supermarket shelves, The Sun understands. The low-calorie drink had a classic cola taste alongside flavourings of the sweet and creamy spice. It was sold in 2litre bottles as well as 330ml cans and 500ml bottles. Heartbroken fans have put calls out on social media to figure out where the beloved drink had vanished to. Writing on X, one customer said: "Is it true that Coke Zero Vanilla is being discontinued from your range in the UK as supplies are very difficult to find? Signed Coke Zero Vanilla lover." The product is no longer available to purchase in UK stores. Cans of the drink are advertised as out of stock on Asda, as well as Amazon. Sainsbury's also does not currently stock the product. A few supermarkets such as Tesco and Morrisons are selling 2-Litre bottles of the drink for £2.15. But this is not totally uncommon to see when a product is axed, as supermarkets try to shift old goods before they vanish completely. News of the discontinuation will come as a blow to shoppers who described the drink as their "favourite" flavour. Another shopper gave the drink a five star review and said it reminds them of cream soda. 'Run don't walk' says Irish shopper as major bargain on shelves at Dunnes Stores for just €5 - but there's a catch And a third said: "I had cut my sugar down and stumbled on to this and it tastes great I absolutely love it very good replacement for the original." The flavour first launched in April 2017, and was a hit with shoppers. It is not the first time Coca-Cola has axed a popular drink. Coca-Cola Lime was off shelves for nearly two decades, before being brought back last year. It featured the classic Coke flavour but mixed with lime juice. The beverage was sold in stores from 2005 until 2007 before being axed by the drinks maker. Shoppers were also stunned to see Coca-Cola Cinnamon back on shelves last November. The beverage was first launched in 2019 as a "limited-time offer" for the Christmas period, and made a return last year. MORE DISCONTINUED PRODUCTS And it is not only Coca-Cola that is shaking up its product offering. Shoppers were devastated after learning Halo Top axed its dupe for Häagen-Dazs Strawberry Cheesecake Ice Cream. Alpen cereal bars have also now permanently disappeared from supermarket shelves. Alpen bars were also loved by many watching what they eat or following a Slimming World or Weight Watchers diet plan, as the treat was low in calories. Why are products axed or recipes changed? ANALYSIS by chief consumer reporter James Flanders. Food and drinks makers have been known to tweak their recipes or axe items altogether. They often say that this is down to the changing tastes of customers. There are several reasons why this could be done. For example, government regulation, like the "sugar tax," forces firms to change their recipes. Some manufacturers might choose to tweak ingredients to cut costs. They may opt for a cheaper alternative, especially when costs are rising to keep prices stable. For example, Tango Cherry disappeared from shelves in 2018. It has recently returned after six years away but as a sugar-free version. Fanta removed sweetener from its sugar-free alternative earlier this year. Suntory tweaked the flavour of its flagship Lucozade Original and Orange energy drinks. While the amount of sugar in every bottle remains unchanged, the supplier swapped out the sweetener aspartame for sucralose.
The Irish Sun
9 hours ago
- Automotive
- The Irish Sun
Iconic carmaker urgently recalls 690,000 motors over ‘fuel leak' that could spark a fire – is yours at risk?
AN ICONIC carmaker has recalled hundreds of thousands of motors over fears they could spark fires and your car could be affected. The 3 Concerns have been raised over an issue with the motor's fuel injectors Credit: Getty Ford issued a recall of nearly 700,000 motors after concerns were raised around cracked The firm issued a notice to the National Highway Traffic and Safety Administration (NHTSA). It confirmed that the issue leading to the recall centred on a Serious concerns were raised that the damaged injector could lead to a fuel leak which in turn could lead to fires erupting from the vehicles. Read more in Motors The issue affects Ford Escapes made between 2020 and 2022 and Ford Bronco Sports made between 2021 and 2024 are reportedly affected by the recall. It is the latest in a string of recalls issued by the The fuel injector issue is reportedly only affecting American vehicles with the Ford Bronco Sport not officially sold in the UK. Most read in Motors The NHTSA report said: 'Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021-2024 Bronco Sport and 2020-2022 Escape vehicles equipped with 1.5L engines. Ford sued by family over 'failure' to warn public about deadly defect in one of brand's most popular trucks 'A fuel injector may crack and leak fuel inside the engine compartment. A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source, such as hot engine or exhaust components, can 'The remedy is currently under development. As an interim repair, dealers will update the engine control software, free of charge. 'Owner notification letters notifying owners of the Ford 3 Ford escapes made between 2020 and 2022 have been hit by the recall Credit: Getty 3 The American firm is working on a solution to the issue Credit: Getty Owners will reportedly be notified when a final solution to the problem has been found. Both The American car firm has reportedly been looking into issues with cracked fuel injectors since 2022. According to the NHTSA report the company's field review committee Concerns were raised that if fuel leaks from a cracked injector into a hot engine compartment it could spark a blaze. The Sun has contacted Your product recall rights Chief consumer reporter James Flanders reveals all you need to know. Product recalls are an important means of protecting consumers from dangerous goods. As a general rule, if a recall involves a branded product, the manufacturer would usually have lead responsibility for the recall action. But it's often left up to supermarkets to notify customers when products could put them at risk. If you are concerned about the safety of a product you own, always check the manufacturer's website to see if a safety notice has been issued. When it comes to appliances, rather than just food items, the onus is usually on you - the customer - to register the appliance with the manufacturer as if you don't there is no way of contacting you to tell you about a fault. If you become aware that an item you own has been recalled or has any safety noticed issued against it, make sure you follow the instructions given to you by the manufacturer. They should usually provide you with more information and a contact number on its safety notice. In some cases, the manufacturer might ask you to return the item for a full refund or arrange for the faulty product to be collected. You should not be charged for any recall work - such as a repair, replacement or collection of the recalled item
The Sun
9 hours ago
- Automotive
- The Sun
Iconic carmaker urgently recalls 690,000 motors over ‘fuel leak' that could spark a fire – is yours at risk?
AN ICONIC carmaker has recalled hundreds of thousands of motors over fears they could spark fires and your car could be affected. The car giant was forced to issue the recall after a fuel system issue came to light. 3 Ford issued a recall of nearly 700,000 motors after concerns were raised around cracked fuel injectors. The firm issued a notice to the National Highway Traffic and Safety Administration (NHTSA). It confirmed that the issue leading to the recall centred on a cracked fuel injector. Serious concerns were raised that the damaged injector could lead to a fuel leak which in turn could lead to fires erupting from the vehicles. The issue affects Ford Escape and Ford Bronco Sport models with a total of 694,271 cars hit by the notice. Ford Escapes made between 2020 and 2022 and Ford Bronco Sports made between 2021 and 2024 are reportedly affected by the recall. It is the latest in a string of recalls issued by the American motor firm this year. The fuel injector issue is reportedly only affecting American vehicles with the Ford Bronco Sport not officially sold in the UK. Bronco Sports and Ford Escapes equipped with 1.5 litre engines are being hit by the recall. The NHTSA report said: 'Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021-2024 Bronco Sport and 2020-2022 Escape vehicles equipped with 1.5L engines. Ford sued by family over 'failure' to warn public about deadly defect in one of brand's most popular trucks 'A fuel injector may crack and leak fuel inside the engine compartment. A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source, such as hot engine or exhaust components, can increase the risk of a fire. 'The remedy is currently under development. As an interim repair, dealers will update the engine control software, free of charge. 'Owner notification letters notifying owners of the safety risk are expected to be mailed August 18, 2025. Second letters will be sent once the remedy is available." Ford mechanics are yet to find a long term fix for the problem but a free temporary software update, expected to address the issue, is due to be offered up. 3 3 Owners will reportedly be notified when a final solution to the problem has been found. Ford owners can check if their motor has been affected in the recall online. Both Ford and the government offer this service with motorists urged to check their registration plate using the online service. The American car firm has reportedly been looking into issues with cracked fuel injectors since 2022. According to the NHTSA report the company's field review committee approved recalls in November 2022, March 2024 and March 2025. Concerns were raised that if fuel leaks from a cracked injector into a hot engine compartment it could spark a blaze. The Sun has contacted Ford for comment. Your product recall rights Chief consumer reporter James Flanders reveals all you need to know. Product recalls are an important means of protecting consumers from dangerous goods. As a general rule, if a recall involves a branded product, the manufacturer would usually have lead responsibility for the recall action. But it's often left up to supermarkets to notify customers when products could put them at risk. If you are concerned about the safety of a product you own, always check the manufacturer's website to see if a safety notice has been issued. When it comes to appliances, rather than just food items, the onus is usually on you - the customer - to register the appliance with the manufacturer as if you don't there is no way of contacting you to tell you about a fault. If you become aware that an item you own has been recalled or has any safety noticed issued against it, make sure you follow the instructions given to you by the manufacturer. They should usually provide you with more information and a contact number on its safety notice. In some cases, the manufacturer might ask you to return the item for a full refund or arrange for the faulty product to be collected. You should not be charged for any recall work - such as a repair, replacement or collection of the recalled item
The Sun
9 hours ago
- Entertainment
- The Sun
McCoy's launches two new flavours for the first time in MONTHS and they are inspired by famous US fast food
MCCOY'S has launched two new flavours and they are inspired by famous US fast food. Shoppers can now tuck into Blazin' Buffalo Chicken Wings and Secret Burger Sauce inspired crisps. The savoury delights are inspired by popular American fast food dishes and have been rolled out to celebrate its sponsorship of the NFL UK & Ireland. The crisp brand is sponsoring the sport for the second year running. Amy Heap, marketing manager at McCoy's says: 'McCoy's is famous for delivering bold flavours with an unbeatable crunch, and our latest NFL-inspired editions are no exception. "We're super excited to be adding Blazin' Buffalo Chicken Wings and Secret Burger Sauce to our existing portfolio and can't wait to hear what McCoy's fans think!' You can pick up a six pack of the snack for £2.25, with Tesco, Morrisons and Asda all appearing to stock the treat. Single bags of the Blazin' Buffalo flavour will reportedly arrive in convenience retailers for £1.35 come early August. It has been months since fans of the brand have got to try a new flavour. The snack maker rolled out a new Hot 'N' Spicy Crisps last January. And it is not the only new crisps flavour landing on supermarket shelves. Discos is set to bring back its pickled onion flavour after it was last seen on shelves in 2005. Walkers confirm they've discontinued fan favourite flavour The tangy snack will be sold in convenience stores across the UK from August 27, giving punters just a matter of weeks before they're reunited with the flavour. Customers can expect to pay £1.35 for a 70g bag when they land in shops. Walkers has also launched new Red Leicester Quavers. Fans have already been going wild for the new flavour, which is already available to buy from Premier stores and Farm Foods. A single-serve bag currently costs £1.35. MORE NEW AND RETURNING PRODUCTS Cadbury has launched a new a new Bournville dark chocolate at Sainsbury's. The treat is packed with chopped hazelnuts and has a luxurious salted caramel flavouring woven through each piece. White chocolate Maltesers have also made a grand return to shelves earlier this year after a 10-year hiatus. A 30g bag is currently available to buy in Morrisons for £1.05, while a larger 74g pouch costs £1.75. Elsewhere, Opal Fruits, which were rebranded as Starburst in 1998, will now be available across major UK retailers. Customers will be able to purchase the treats from Sainsbury's, Tesco, and Morrisons stores for shoppers to enjoy a taste of nostalgia. Aldi also said it would bring back its "addictive" Specially Selected Prawn Cocktail Crisps. Why are products axed or recipes changed? ANALYSIS by chief consumer reporter James Flanders. Food and drinks makers have been known to tweak their recipes or axe items altogether. They often say that this is down to the changing tastes of customers. There are several reasons why this could be done. For example, government regulation, like the "sugar tax," forces firms to change their recipes. Some manufacturers might choose to tweak ingredients to cut costs. They may opt for a cheaper alternative, especially when costs are rising to keep prices stable. For example, Tango Cherry disappeared from shelves in 2018. It has recently returned after six years away but as a sugar-free version. Fanta removed sweetener from its sugar-free alternative earlier this year. Suntory tweaked the flavour of its flagship Lucozade Original and Orange energy drinks. While the amount of sugar in every bottle remains unchanged, the supplier swapped out the sweetener aspartame for sucralose.
Scottish Sun
2 days ago
- Business
- Scottish Sun
Shoppers race to get their hands on popular Christmas chocolate spotted on shelves at a major supermarket
A POPULAR Christmas chocolate has been spotted at a major supermarket, despite the big day being five months away. Eagle-eyed shoppers have spotted pouches of Quality Street chocolates on the shelves in Asda. 1 Shoppers have raced to get their hands on Quality Street Favourites pouches The pouches of Quality Street Favourites cost £3.50 for a 334g bag. Every pouch contains just a few flavours of Quality Street chocolate, helping to avoid leaving unwanted sweets at the bottom of your tin. Among the flavours on offer are Mixed Cremes and a Golden Selection. Shoppers have taken to social media to voice their excitement at spotting the popular treats. One person took to Facebook to share the news and said: 'Things are getting festive at Asda.' A second person commented and said: 'I love christmas so it's perfect, just waiting for the Christmas decorations in The Range.' While a third added: 'Might try and get some of these for our pick n mix table xx.' But not everyone was excited about spotting Christmas treats in stores so early in the year. One disgruntled person said: 'In July??' While another added: 'Oh crikey.' It's not the only Quality Street treat on offer in Asda. The supermarket also brought back the Green Triangle-inspired sharing bar after two years. It costs £3.50 for an 84g bar and it has the flavours of the iconic Green Triangle, which is usually found in Quality Street tins. The bars landed on shelves in 2023 but were axed just a year later. Why are products axed or recipes changed? ANALYSIS by chief consumer reporter James Flanders. Food and drinks makers have been known to tweak their recipes or axe items altogether. They often say that this is down to the changing tastes of customers. There are several reasons why this could be done. For example, government regulation, like the "sugar tax," forces firms to change their recipes. Some manufacturers might choose to tweak ingredients to cut costs. They may opt for a cheaper alternative, especially when costs are rising to keep prices stable. For example, Tango Cherry disappeared from shelves in 2018. It has recently returned after six years away but as a sugar-free version. Fanta removed sweetener from its sugar-free alternative earlier this year. Suntory tweaked the flavour of its flagship Lucozade Original and Orange energy drinks. While the amount of sugar in every bottle remains unchanged, the supplier swapped out the sweetener aspartame for sucralose. Meanwhile, Asda is also selling festive Dairy Milk Winter Wonderland chocolate bars. The milk and white chocolate bar contains Christmas tree-shaped pieces and is described as 'perfect for a stocking filler or a little treat at Christmas time' by Cadbury. It costs £1.64 for a 100g bar. The supermarket is also selling Terry's Chocolate Orange Segsations, which contain five delicious flavours. The bags weigh 360g and cost £3.50. More chocolate news The Quality Street bar isn't the only popular treat to return to supermarkets. Mars recently brought back its White Chocolate Maltesers after 11 years off shelves. Plus more chocolates are launching in supermarkets. Cadbury has released a new Dairy Milk Iced Latte flavour in the UK. The bar combines classic Dairy Milk chocolate with a creamy coffee filling and crunchy biscuit pieces. Cadbury also recently brought out a White Dipped Twirl that is a mix of milk and white chocolate. Do you have a money problem that needs sorting? Get in touch by emailing money-sm@ Plus, you can join our Sun Money Chats and Tips Facebook group to share your tips and stories
