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James May loves his e-scooter but admits it’s not the urban mobility revolution some claim

Published 14 June 2022
By David Mullen
James May has been breaking the law by riding his electric scooter on the road, on footpaths and in cycle lanes.
Met Police showcase effectiveness of "tactical contact" against scooter gangs

The Met use "tactical contact" against bike gangs

Thanks to new strategies such as "tactical contact", Scotland Yard says motorbike crimes in London have fallen like-for-like by 36%.
Published 26 November 2018
This is not a moped

Identifying mopeds and scooters

Recent news reports about "moped gangs" suggests there is some confusion about the definition of moped.
Published 08 June 2018

Michael McIntyre performs first show since theft

The stand-up comedian Michael McIntyre has made his first stage performance since being targeted in a ride-by theft earlier this week.
Published 08 June 2018
Michael McIntyre robbed during school run by scooter gang — £15k watch stolen

Michael McIntyre robbed on school run by gang

The comedian Michael McIntyre was robbed by two men riding scooters yesterday, while waiting in his car during the school run in North West Londo
Published 05 June 2018
Sunday Times Driving Me and My Motor interview: Sir Ranulph Fiennes, explorer

Me and My Motor: Sir Ranulph Fiennes

Sir Ranulph Fiennes has explored some of the world’s most inhospitable places. Seemingly immune to pain, he once removed his frostbitten fingerti
Published 14 February 2018
Golf carts and dodgems need car insurance, says EU

Golf buggies and dodgems need insurance, says EU

Fairground dodgems and children’s ride-on cars may require motor insurance for the first time under EU laws that the government has to implement.
Published 28 December 2016