LATEST UK CAR NEWS ROUNDUP | JUNE 2024

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This 'UK Car News Roundup' for June 2024 covers a diverse range of automotive topics, from regulatory fines for mis-marketing Chinese-made cars in Italy to significant road closures impacting the Goodwood Festival of Speed. The review highlights the concerning rise in driving test waiting times and the global shift towards SUVs, noting the Tesla Model Y's unprecedented success as the world's best-selling car in 2023. It also touches upon the return of Cadillac EVs to the UK market, the growing issue of car part theft, and the introduction of EV battery passports in the EU, which will also affect UK vehicles. The segment also discusses the bankruptcy of EV startup Fisker, the high cost of fuel in the UK, and the surprising return of Volvo estate cars. New models like the BYD Seal U PHEV, Fiat 500e, Ford Mustang GTD, and potential future EVs from BMW and JLR are mentioned, alongside updates on the Porsche 911 hybrid and the revival of the Freelander nameplate for electric vehicles. Overall, the roundup provides a comprehensive, albeit rapid, overview of current automotive news and trends.