Railway town of Cheshire East, known for Crewe Works and historic locomotive engineering.
Public data show overcrowding remains an issue on key commuter routes in England and Wales, with load factors exceeding 170% on several services last autumn. Authorities say capacity improvements and new timetables are underway to ease pressure while fares and service quality are under scrutiny.
Several manufacturers have launched or previewed new electric and hybrid models this month. Skoda has introduced the compact Epiq from £24,950; Mercedes has unveiled a seven-seat electric GLB with an 85kWh battery and up to 379 miles claimed range; Bentley has previewed the Torcal EV and a lighter Supersports coupe; Rivian has launched the smaller R2 SUV; Suzuki, Volvo, Leapmotor, Aion and Honda have released updated or new models aimed at family and city buyers.
Liverpool city region has begun bringing bus services back under public control, starting in St Helens. Fares stay capped at £2, and the network aims to increase frequency, improve evening and weekend services, and better connect hospitals and rail links.
Bentley has unveiled the Torcal, its first fully electric SUV, designed in Crewe and set to go on sale as a 2028 model. The car, starting at £173,000, aims to blend luxury with EV tech, with ranges up to 375 miles and 0–60 mph in as little as 2.8-3.3 seconds depending on variant. The launch signals Bentley’s continued push into electrification amid cautious demand for EVs among rivals.