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Saturday, 22 July 2017

BBC News

• Severn tolls announcement a 'cynical attempt to stop bad news'Wales' economy secretary dismisses UK government's announcement of the scrapping of the Severn tolls as a bid to overshadow the cancellation of rail electrification to Swansea.
• Machete-wielding man challenges car clampers in BelfastA man armed with a machete challenges two people as they attempt to clamp a car in north Belfast.
• Audi offers diesel emissions upgrade for 850,000 carsThe VW subsidiary offers a free upgrade which it says will counteract possible bans on diesel cars.

Financial Times

• Lyft to double staff numbers in drive to develop autonomous carUber rival aims to mix robot fleet with real drivers in new hybrid network

The Guardian

• Cross-party group of MPs call on Gove to adopt clean air billSixty-five MPs have written to the environment secretary urging him to include the measures in his new strategy to tackle the air pollution crisisA cross party group of MPs is calling on Michael Gove to adopt a clean air bill in his new strategy to tackle the crisis of air pollution in the UK.Sixty five MPs have written to the environment secretary as he prepares to address the most pressing issue in his intray – a demand by judges for a new air quality strategy by 31 July to cut illegal levels of pollution from diesel vehicles. Continue reading...

The Telegraph

• Now Audi recalls thousands of its cars over harmful emission levels

Times Online

• Severn crossing toll to be abolished next year [Subscription]Campaigners are celebrating the end of the “tax on Wales” after it was announced that the toll on the Severn crossing, paid by only by motorists entering Wales across the Bristol channel, will be scrapped next year.

Mail Online

• Great British summer getaway begins as 9m hit the roads The Great British summer getaway has started today with nine million Brits set to hit the roads - bringing 'chaos' to the country's motorways including the M25 around London and M5 near Bristol.

The Mirror

• Brexit fallout hits families at the petrol pump as they now pay an extra �142.56 for fuel Figures from the AA reveal on average it costs £3 more to fill a hatchback than it did a year ago as millions pay for a plunging post Brexit pound

Birmingham Mail

• Astonishing footage shows motorbike zooming on pavement at high speed past bus shelter Police hunting for dangerous rider who showed total disregard for the safety of others
• Dangerous and 'inconsiderate' parking continues in Sparkhill, despite police action Wheelchair users and parents with prams forced to go into the road as a result of 'inconsiderate' drivers

Bolton News

• New pub car park could put a stop to traffic problems outside schoolA NEW pub car park could alleviate a school’s traffic problems.
• MAJOR TOWN CENTRE ROADWORKS: Find your way around when they start on MondayTHE final stage of a town centre roadworks scheme will be completed next week.

Daily Post (North Wales)

• Colwyn Bay promenade road won't re-open for another three weeks as waterfront work continues The prom highway was originally due to open tomorrow but ground conditions have delayed road resurfacing work

Wales Online

• Seven cars in the same Pontypridd street were damaged in less than 24 hours Police are now appealing for information

North Wales Live

• Best times to travel to avoid traffic chaos as summer getaways beginGridlock predicted on the roads over the next few days - but you can avoid peak times

Other Regional Press

• New electric Mini 'will be built in Cowley.OXFORD’s Mini plant is the favoured location for building the new electric version of the car despite Britain leaving the EU, it has been claimed.
• LIVE: Secretary of state for Wales set to officially announce end of tolls on Severn Crossing Drivers will see an end to tolls on the Severn crossings in 2018, it has been announced. This morning, the secretary of State for Wales, Alun Cairns, is due to tell business representatives from the South West of England and South Wales that drivers will benefit from free crossings from next year. Follow our live blog for updates as they come.
• Car park scheme for new Oxford Station masterplan could 'devastate' residential streetsHOUSEHOLDERS are calling for changes to the latest masterplan for Oxford Railway Station – fearing they will 'devastate' their quiet residential streets.
• New electric Mini 'will be built in Cowley.OXFORD’s Mini plant is the favoured location for building the new electric version of the car despite Britain leaving the EU, it has been claimed.
• WATCH: Shocking child car seat 'flies off' in crash test simulationConsumer product tester 'Which?' has found the Recaro SmartClick to have a 'high risk' of injury in crash
• Here's how to drive in torrential rain (and yes, there's MORE wet weather forecast)Drivers are being urged to take care on the roads with more heavy rain forecast for today.

Other News Sources

• What is a 'dragon patcher'? It's a new weapon in the war against potholesThe machine, which uses flames to repair potholes in minutes, will become a familiar sight on roads
• Roadworks planned on A259 accident black spot JOURNEYS along the A259 on Brighton seafront could be delayed temporarily from next week as the council carries out essential roadworks.