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    A fuel shortage is affecting France, with reports ranking the departments where it is most difficult for drivers to fill their tanks. Capital.fr published a list highlighting the regions facing the worst supply disruptions, as motorists there struggle with dry pumps and long queues at service stations.

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    Dutch motorists are crossing into Germany to fill up their tanks, saving around 17 cents per litre on fuel. A regional Dutch outlet spoke to drivers who said they deliberately waited until now to make the trip, taking advantage of the price gap between the two countries. Fuel taxes and excise duties differ across the border, making a refuelling stop in Germany noticeably cheaper for many people living near it.

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    Dutch emergency services were dispatched to several injury incidents, according to P2000 alert reports. A motorist was hurt in a collision with a truck on the Maaseikerweg in Weert. A trauma helicopter was alerted for an injury accident on the Kuikseindseweg near Oost-, West- en Middelbeers, and another one for a crash on the Alkmaargracht in Almere.

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    Driver takes EV on a long-distance coast tripโ—So when I bought the # EV , I said "this is not the long distance car. we will not go to the coast in this! that would bMmastodonLifeAutos1034 min ago

    A motorist in South Africa is taking an electric car on a road trip to the coast, despite initially insisting the vehicle was not meant for long-distance travel. Writing about the journey, they joked that the car's charging setup was to blame for the change of heart, and tagged the trip as zero-carbon driving.

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    Colorado wildlife crashes near 3,300 as peak season hitsโ–ผColorado State Patrol warns of peak wildlife crash season with nearly 3,300 crashes so far this yearโœ‰newsEnvironmentWildlife1 h ago

    Colorado State Patrol is warning drivers that the state has entered the peak season for wildlife-related vehicle crashes, with nearly 3,300 such collisions recorded so far this year. The agency is urging motorists to stay alert, particularly at dawn and dusk, as animal activity on roadways increases during the fall months.

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    Making the switch to EV or PHEV: five key things to knowโ—Making the switch to EV or PHEV: five things you need to knowโœ‰newsLifeAutos34 min ago

    Drivers considering an electric vehicle or plug-in hybrid are being urged to weigh five key factors before buying. The guidance covers practical points for making the switch, reflecting ongoing interest in how EVs and PHEVs fit everyday motoring. It comes as more motorists weigh the move away from petrol and diesel cars amid growing charging networks and model choice.

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    SGI urges drivers to watch for wildlife as collision season ramps upโ–ผSGI urging drivers to watch for wildlife as collision season ramps upโœ‰newsEnvironmentWildlife2 h ago

    Saskatchewan Government Insurance is warning drivers to stay alert for wildlife on the roads as the season for animal collisions picks up. The insurer is reminding motorists to slow down, scan the roadside, and be cautious at dawn and dusk when animals are most active, as crashes involving wildlife typically rise during this period.

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    War with Iran drives up US gas prices, straining Americansโ–ผAfter months of war with Iran, people across the US say they're feeling the strain of high gas pricesโœ‰newsWar4 h ago

    After months of war with Iran, people across the United States are reporting growing financial strain from high gasoline prices. Motorists and households say pump costs have climbed since the conflict began, adding pressure to everyday budgets. The rise is being widely linked to the war's impact on oil markets, and consumers are voicing frustration as prices remain elevated with no clear end to the conflict.

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    Bellingen traffic sparks debate over car-centric streetsโ—A careless transit space for cars or a 15-minute city? * It is the holiday season in Bellingen. Motorists idle in the stMmastodonLifeAutos16 h ago

    Holiday-season congestion in Bellingen, New South Wales, has reignited a local debate about how the town's streets are designed. Motorists sit idling or stuck in traffic after long commutes, and critics argue the town centre has been reduced to a space cars simply pass through as fast as possible. Some residents are instead pushing for a '15-minute city' model, where daily needs sit within a short walk or ride, reducing dependence on cars.

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    Transport Evolved Asks If Buyers Are Worried About Their Next EVโ–ผTransport Evolved Sunday Musing: Are You Worried About Buying Your Next EV?โœ‰newsLifeAutos4 h ago

    Transport Evolved has published its latest Sunday discussion piece, asking readers whether they are worried about buying their next electric vehicle. The column invites drivers to weigh in on the doubts that still surround EV purchases, from charging and range to resale values, as the debate over electric car adoption continues among motorists worldwide.

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    Drivers Asked How They Instantly Calculate Gas Pedal Pressureโ—# Question # Curious # Cars # Vehicles # Driving . for those who drive, how do you do it? how do you instantly calculateMmastodonLifeAutos04 h ago

    A question circulating among drivers asks how people manage to instinctively calculate how far to press the gas pedal and for how long, accounting for a vehicle's momentum and acceleration. The query frames everyday driving as an almost instantaneous physical calculation, and invites motorists to explain how they judge throttle input without consciously thinking about it.

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    DelDOT to Inspect Storm Drains at Dover Toll Plazaโ–ผDelDOT Storm Drain Inspections at Dover Toll Plaza 10/6 to 10/8โœ‰newsEnvironmentWeather5 h ago

    The Delaware Department of Transportation will carry out storm drain inspections at the Dover Toll Plaza from October 6 to October 8. The work is routine maintenance on drainage infrastructure at the toll facility. Motorists travelling through the plaza during those dates may want to allow extra time in case of minor disruptions, though no significant traffic impacts have been announced.

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    Colorado State Patrol warns drivers as wildlife crashes riseโ–ผCSP warns Colorado drivers as wildlife crashes riseโœ‰newsEnvironmentWildlife6 h ago

    The Colorado State Patrol is urging drivers to stay alert as collisions involving wildlife increase across the state. Authorities are reminding motorists to watch for animals near roadways, particularly during peak movement times, and to drive cautiously in areas where wildlife crossings are common. The warning comes as crash numbers climb.

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    The Colorado State Patrol is warning drivers about a rise in collisions with wildlife on state roads. The alert, reported by 9News, urges motorists to stay alert, particularly at times and in areas where animals are more active, as crashes involving deer, elk and other wildlife increase. Drivers are reminded that such collisions can cause serious injuries and significant vehicle damage.

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    Colorado State Patrol warns of rising wildlife collisionsโ—Latest headlines | CSP warns of increased wildlife collisionsโœ‰newsEnvironmentWildlife9 h ago

    The Colorado State Patrol is warning drivers about an increase in collisions with wildlife. The warning was included in a roundup of the latest headlines from 9News. State troopers typically urge motorists to stay alert, especially at dawn and dusk, and to slow down in areas where deer, elk and other animals are known to cross roads.