Auto maintenance is an expensive endeavor, but cutting costs on vital parts can lead to costly repairs, uncomfortable rides, and unsafe driving conditions.

Renault’s long-awaited Duster small SUV lands in Australia with sharp pricing, rugged practicality and a no-nonsense charm, but odd powertrain choices and a modest safety score raise some questions.

Households will see their energy bills rise by £35 in October as the price cap set by the regulator Ofgem is hiked once again. It means households will typically pay £1,755 a year for their gas and ...