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ITV News
9 hours ago
- ITV News
Two pedestrians killed after being hit by a car in Reading
Two pedestrians have died after being hit by a car in Reading. Two women, aged 68 and 72, were struck by a blue Volkswagen Tiguan and died at the scene. The fatal crash happened just before 8am on Friday 27th June on Peppard Road, close to the junction with Cedar Wood Crescent in Caversham. A 47-year-old woman from Reading has been arrested on suspicion of causing death by dangerous driving, and remains in custody, at this time. Thames Valley Police has launched an investigation and is appealing for witnesses. Investigating officer PS Matthew Cadmore, of the Roads Policing Unit, said: 'Firstly, I want to express my deepest condolences to the families of those who tragically died in this collision. 'An investigation has been launched and we have already made an arrest. 'I am appealing to anyone who witnessed this incident and hasn't already come forward, to please get in touch. 'I am also appealing to anyone with dash-cam, CCTV or doorbell footage, or any information that may assist our investigation, to please contact us."
Glasgow Times
12 hours ago
- Glasgow Times
Man sentenced after brutal machete murder bid in Glasgow
Sean Gilhooley, 29, was in a four-strong mob who ambushed Raymond Dyer in broad daylight in Glasgow's Drumchapel on March 23, 2024. Dyer, 35, was left for dead by the laughing assailants after he was struck with machetes, swords and a baseball bat. He was discovered stricken in the street by his mother. Dyer survived the hit bid, despite his horrific injuries. Gilhooley was sentenced at the High Court in Glasgow, having earlier pleaded guilty to an attempted murder charge. As well as the jail term, he will also be supervised for a further three years on his release. Gilhooley had previously been jailed for five years in 2017 for discharging a shotgun. Prosecutors revealed in court how Gilhooley had teamed up with others that morning, including Jordan Steele, who has since passed away. Advocate depute Eilidh Robertson stated Steele - before his death on May 4, 2024 - was said to be "extensively documented as being involved in serious and organised crime during his life". Steele was known to Dyer and his mother, Jacqueline. Miss Robertson said: "It is not clear what caused this incident, but there appears to be a suggestion that Raymond Dyer had in some way wronged local drug dealers who Steele controlled." The court heard Dyer had left his home that morning and appeared "worried". He had been in a local shop and asked someone to look outside to check if there was a car following him. Dyer went on to leave before a grey 4x4 vehicle sped to catch him. READ NEXT: Four men leapt out, clutching weapons and turned on Dyer even after he had fallen to the ground from the vicious blows. It was Dyer's mother who discovered her badly injured son. He groaned: "Mum, the blood is pumping out of my back." The grey SUV then pulled up beside them again. Steele was said to be driving and Gilhooley was the front seat passenger. The mum stated Steele shouted: "You are getting done next." Another witness described the woman "screaming and begging them to leave". Miss Robertson: "This person did not see the driver, but the window behind was down. "The male in that seat leaned out the window and he was holding a long knife, like a sword. "The witness could hear people laughing in the car." The court heard Dyer suffered "significant" injuries to his legs and hands. Other wounds included one described as "very deep" on his chest. He also had a collapsed lung. Miss Robertson: "At no time, did he say how he came by these injuries." The hearing was told Dyer's life had been in danger had he not been treated in time. He has been left with restricted movement in his hands and left leg. The 4x4 driven during the attack was traced by police. It was found to be a grey Volkswagen Tiguan linked to Steele. He had been captured on CCTV driving it away from a local McDonald's days after the murder bid. The vehicle was discovered at an address in Drumchapel on April 10. Gilhooley's DNA was later traced in the SUV. The advocate depute said the Crown cannot say for definite who wielded what weapon, although Gilhooley stated he had been armed with the baseball bat. Miss Robertson added Gilhooley's guilty plea was accepted on basis that he had been part of a "concerted attack" on Dyer with others. Lady Drummond cut the prison term from 10 years due to the thug admitting to the crime. The judge told him: "I am satisfied having regard to your record, the circumstances of the offence and the (social work) report that an extended sentence is necessary to protect the public from serious harm from you."
Yahoo
3 days ago
- Automotive
- Yahoo
Chinese car brands double market share in Europe: JATO Dynamics
Chinese automakers have expanded their presence in the European market, doubling their market share to 5.9% in May 2025, according to JATO Dynamics. This growth is an increase from the 2.9% recorded in May 2024, highlighting the rising influence of Chinese brands in Europe. Europe's new car market saw a 2.5% year-on-year increase in registrations last month, with a total of 1,107,517 new vehicles registered across 28 European markets. This brings the year-to-date figure to 5,535,831 units, representing a 0.7% increase compared to the same period in 2024. JATO Dynamics' global analyst Felipe Munoz said: 'Despite the EU's imposition of tariffs on Chinese electric vehicles, its car brands continue to post strong growth across Europe. Their momentum is partly due to their decision to push alternative powertrains, such as plug-in hybrids and full hybrids, to the region.' Volkswagen Group, Renault Group, and BMW Group all experienced growth in May, with volume increases of 3.3%, 4.6%, and 6.3%, respectively. MG registered 29,400 vehicles in May, marking a 30% year-on-year increase and surpassing Fiat in year-to-date registrations with 133,400 units compared to Fiat's 125,300. BYD saw a 397% surge in registrations year-on-year, although it dropped 40 units short of Tesla in May after outselling the US brand in April. Other notable performers in May included Skoda, which ranked second in brand rankings, and Dacia, which experienced a rise in volumes. Cupra overtook Seat in year-to-date brand rankings, recording a 30% increase in registrations. In addition, Jaecoo outperformed Honda with 7,449 registrations while Omoda recorded 4,213 units, surpassing Mitsubishi. Leapmotor registered 1,723 units but did not outperform its sister brands from Stellantis such as DS. Furthermore, INEOS was ahead of Jaguar, which registered only 86 units, and while Maserati saw a 40% decline, Lotus and Abarth experienced dips of 48% and 78%, respectively. In model rankings, the Renault Clio led in May with a nearly 12% increase in volume. Although Dacia experienced a 10% sales drop, it clinched second place in model rankings and maintained its lead in year-to-date standings. The Volkswagen Tiguan and Dacia Duster also showed strong results, whereas the Volkswagen Golf and T-Roc saw declines of 18% and 10%, respectively. In May, standout performers included the MG ZS, BMW X1, Seat/Cupra Leon, Peugeot 3008, Skoda Kodiaq, Jeep Avenger, MG 3, and Mini Cooper. Among recent market entries, the Skoda Elroq topped the charts with 9,200 units registered in May and 24,100 year-to-date. Earlier this month, Startline's June Used Car Tracker revealed that more than seven out of ten UK motorists are open to purchasing vehicles from emerging Chinese car manufacturers. In the survey, 72% of respondents expressed willingness to consider Chinese cars, with BYD emerging as the most recognised brand among potential buyers at 28% awareness, followed by Maxus at 19% and Chery at 14%. "Chinese car brands double market share in Europe: JATO Dynamics " was originally created and published by Motor Finance Online, a GlobalData owned brand. The information on this site has been included in good faith for general informational purposes only. It is not intended to amount to advice on which you should rely, and we give no representation, warranty or guarantee, whether express or implied as to its accuracy or completeness. You must obtain professional or specialist advice before taking, or refraining from, any action on the basis of the content on our site. Sign in to access your portfolio
NZ Autocar
4 days ago
- Automotive
- NZ Autocar
Latest ANCAP crash testing has four Euros on five stars
Four new vehicles from Europe have recently undergone ANCAP crash testing and passed with flying colours. Polestar 3 First up, the Polestar 3 EV impressed with a very high level of protection offered to child occupants, scoring 94 per cent. It also received top marks for the effectiveness of its child presence detection system (CPD). The set-up offers direct feedback to the driver if child occupants are left in an unattended vehicle. The vehicle was almost as effective at Adult Occupant Protection with a 90 per cent result. Its active safety features include reverse AEB, which prevents driveway and carpark reversing collisions involving children and adults. It received a 79 per cent score for safety assist and also vulnerable road user protection. Volkswagen Tiguan Next up, Volkswagen Tiguan, which also achieved five-star ANCAP status. It scored 83, 88, 84 and 84 per cent across each of the respective Adult, Child, Vulnerable Road User and Safety Assist categories. ANCAP said that the five-seat Tiguan presents a safe all-round package. Driver and front passenger protection in the frontal offset crash test was judged as being very good. 'The Tiguan blends a solid crash structure with a well-rounded active safety offering. That makes it a dependable and practical choice for the safety-conscious family,' said ANCAP Chief Executive Officer, Carla Hoorweg. Audi A5 Audi's full-size sedan, the A5, achieved an 87 per cent scores for both Adult and Child Occupant Protection. Protection from injury in the range of destructive crash tests was Good overall. Good levels of protection were also observed for child occupants in the side and frontal crash tests. A child presence detection system is fitted, although this system is not as sophisticated as the direct monitoring CPD system fitted to the Polestar 3. The collision avoidance systems fitted to the Audi A5 showed effective performance, with the most consistent performance seen in car-to-car autonomous emergency braking functionality. The A5 achieved solid scores of 78 and 79 per cent for Vulnerable Road User and Safety Assist categories, respectively. Volkswagen Multivan This people mover first arrived in New Zealand in 2022, though did not go on sale in Australia until early 2025. It features a host of airbags throughout, helping it to achieve a 90 per cent Adult Occupant Protection score and 88 per cent for Child Occupant Protection. Strong scores were recorded in each of the physical crash tests. For Vulnerable Road Users, the score was 69 per cent and for Safety Assist Multivan managed 79 per cent. 'For families and businesses transporting people regularly, the Multivan offers reassuring levels of protection throughout its three-rows as well as to those outside the vehicle,' said Ms Hoorweg. Unlike the other three tested here using the latest criteria, the Multivan was assessed using the 2020-2022 crash test regimen.
South Wales Argus
4 days ago
- South Wales Argus
Woman dies, nine injured in M4 crash involving multiple vehicles
The incident occurred at around 11.30pm on Sunday, June 22, between junctions 16 and 17 near Swindon, Wiltshire. A seven-seater Toyota Corolla and a Volkswagen Tiguan were involved in the collision, and police say there are reports that a third vehicle, possibly a white car, was also involved and left the scene. The woman who died was one of seven people travelling in the Toyota. She was pronounced dead at the scene, and her next of kin have been informed. Another woman in her 50s suffered serious injuries, which are not believed to be life-threatening. The remaining five occupants of the Toyota were treated for minor injuries. All occupants of the Volkswagen were taken to hospital as a precaution. Wiltshire Police have launched a full investigation and are appealing for witnesses, especially anyone who may have seen the third vehicle leave the area. National Highways confirmed that the westbound carriageway will be closed until Monday evening while emergency services complete their work at the scene.
