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AN Italian car maker has announced the exact date that its iconic hatchback will be available to motorists.

The new hybrid version of the iconic motor will be coming to UK roads this year boasting a new look and at a much lower price point than expected.

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The new hybrid will use a 12V battery[/caption]

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Production is set to begin later this year[/caption]

Fiat announced that their new Fiat 500 hybrid will be put into production in November this year with a target of 5,00 units by the end of the year.

The fresh take on the classic hatchback will be produced at the firm’s Mirafiori plant in Turin, Italy.

The motor will boast the same 1.0-litre three-cylinder mild-hybrid Firefly engine that powers the old 500 and Fiat Panda.

Almost identical to the 500e the new Fiat 500 hybrid has been given a reworked front grill to feed more air to the petrol engine.

Fiat aims to manufacture over 100,000 units per year of its new hybrid 500 small car.

Parent Stellantis is betting on the model reviving its ailing production in Italy, the brand’s head Olivier Francois said on Friday.

Stellantis was created in 2021 from the merger of Fiat Chrysler and France’s PSA-Peugeot.

Last year the firm manufactured 475,000 vehicles in Italy, from over 751,000 in 2023.

Francois said during a media preview of the car, when some prototypes of it were shown to press, “That’s the 500 for real people, the pragmatic 500.”

The new hybrid 500, to be manufactured from November in the Mirafiori complex in Turin, Italy, along its existing fully electric (EV) version, will cost a surprisingly low 17,000 euros ($20,000), Francois said.

Production of the 500 EV, which costs almost 30,000 euros, amounted to just 25,000 units last year.

The firms Mirafiori plant suffered several stoppages due to low demand and workers put on furloughs.

The Fiat CEO said the brand has plans to introduce an upgraded and more affordable version of the 500 EV in 2027, with a targeted selling price of “20,000 euros or even less”, mainly thanks to batteries that will be made in-house.

Stellantis is also working on the new generation of the 500, expected around 2030, to be produced in Mirafiori.

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The cars will be made at the firm’s Mirafiori plant[/caption]

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The firm aims to produce 100,000 units a year[/caption]

“We’re designing it now, it will be electric and also hybrid depending on regulation and market response in coming years,” Francois said.

Pre-series models have reportedly already rolled off the production line.

The model will be available in the UK in two configurations: the classic Hatchback and the Cabrio, the only convertible in its segment.

A 12v lithium battery will boost the little hybrid’s performance and enhance fuel efficiency.

A modern interior will offer a digital display complete with a customisable 10.25 inch touchscreen.

Full wireless compatibility with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto allows for safe smartphone integration.

ANDY FARRELL has given an update regarding his son Owen’s involvement on the 2025 Tour.

The former England captain, 33, replaced Elliot Daly, who broke his arm in Wednesday’s 52-12 win over the Reds in Brisbane.

It took many by surprises as Owen has not played for England since the 2023 World Cup, and has just signed for old club Saracens again after a disastrous season in France with Racing 92.

And Owen was spotted on the sidelines during the British and Irish Lions win over the NSW Waratahs on Saturday.

Andy Farrell’s side delivered a disjointed performance but still came away with a victory over the Sydney outfit on Saturday morning, despite a huge amount of handling errors.

And Ireland boss Andy admitted his son won’t be rushed into action after a long-haul flight from the UK earlier this week.

The Lions head coach says jet-lag precautions will be in place before admitting it’s unlikely his son will be available for selection for the Lions’ mid-week clash against ACT Brumbies.

The playmaker only arrived in Australia on Friday evening and is still adjusting to the travel.

Andy said: “He slept last night so hopefully the jet lag is not too bad,”

“Probably not [be in the squad against the Brumbies]. I don’t know, with jet lag etc…you’ve got to go through protocols.

“That normally takes a few more days than that I would have thought.”

Despite the lack of fluency in their win over the Waratahs, Farrell was somewhat content that the result in Sydney.

Looking ahead to the Lions clash against the Brumbies in Canberra, the coach welcomed the forecast of wet weather.

He added: “It looks like there could be a bit of rain so that’s good for us, we need to play in that as well.

“But we also know that they’re top side in the Australian division, and we also know what happened as far as the Lions is concerned in 2013, so we know it’s a big day on Wednesday for us all.”

Kick-off is at 11am IST on Wednesday morning.

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YOUR dodgy Wi-Fi might be your own fault – and not your internet provider’s.

It turns out that there are a few mistakes linked to common household objects that can cause Wi-Fi troubles at home.

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Even if you’re got a great router and a top package with rapid speeds, you won’t necessarily get brilliant Wi-Fi[/caption]

So much of what we do depends on having decent internet.

That’s why it’s important to make sure you’re not making simply errors that are silently killing your connection.

SURPRISING WI-FI KILLERS

Microwave ovens are great for fast cooking – but not fast Wi-Fi.

For instance., Sky recommends keeping your router away from microwave ovens in an official Wi-Fi memo.

Aside from being a large metal object, microwave ovens operate a similar frequency range to common 2.4GHz WiFi (but with much greater power).

So you’ll want to keep your router far away from the microwave if you’ve got it set up in the kitchen.

On that note, that second thing to watch out for is metal of any kind.

You’ll definitely want to avoid having your router on or in a metal cabinet or shelving unit.

And avoid having any large metal objects nearby, like a washing machine.

Thirdly, watch out for mirrors, which can reflect and distort your Wi-Fi signal.

It’s fine to have mirrors in your home, but you might not want to have one sitting right behind your router.

Fourth, be mindful of other devices that operate on the same 2.4GHz frequency as your Wi-Fi.

Common offending gadgets include bluetooth speakers and cordless home phones.

And fifth, beware water. Drink it, obviously – but don’t put it near your router.

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Aside from the obvious risk of water damage, large amounts of water can affect signals.

So don’t put your router on top of – or next to – a fish tank, or right by a giant vase filled with water.

As a bonus tip, keep your router off the floor too.

It can be tempting to dump it down there to get it out of the way, but routers generally work better when raised up.

You’ll want it about head height, so find a nice shelf (preferably not metal) to stick it on.

WHY ELSE MIGHT YOUR SPEEDS BE SLOW?

Of course, there are plenty of other reasons that your Wi-Fi might be struggling.

Your first port of call should be the speed that you’re paying for.

If you’ve got a cheaper broadband package then your internet speeds simply might not be very good.

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It’s easy enough to check your speeds: try speedtest.net or fast.com.

See if that matches up with the speeds on the package that you paid for. If it’s miles off – like you’re getting an eighth of the promised speed – then something is probably up.

You’ll experience worse speeds the further you are from the router, so consider connecting gadgets via an ethernet cable if they’re very far away.

If you’ve got a big home, you might need several connection points around the home to get the best speeds in the most distant parts of your house.

And sometimes internet speeds can drop in an area temporarily due to a technical issue that has nothing to do with you – and is out of your control.

Also, if your household is making heavy use of the internet – multiple devices uploading and downloading – then you may experience Wi-Fi trouble too.

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DEAR DEIDRE: MY rounded stomach and enlarged breasts make me feel hornier than ever and whenever I’m pregnant, I can’t get enough of my boyfriend. 

We’ve had three children in quick succession and I’m itching to get pregnant again but he is doing his best to avoid me in the bedroom.

At first he loved the fact I was insatiable. We went from having sex around twice a month to at least twice a day once those pregnancy hormones kicked in.

I’d never experienced anything like it and really enjoyed feeling so incredible. When I’m pregnant, all he needs to do is look at me and I’ll be tearing off his clothes.

Whenever I’m expecting, I make sure we have sex before we get out of bed in the morning – even a quickie will tide me over.

He used to say that my high sex drive makes him feel so good, invincible even.

He lapped up my higher libido when I was pregnant with our first, the second time he was happy enough to go along with my requests, but by my third pregnancy I could see he was flagging. 

Whenever I hint that I like to start having ‘baby sex’ again, he looks horrified. 

Every time I try to make a move on him, he either has a bad back, feels knackered, or he hops out of bed making up excuses that he can hear one of the children. 

I’d love to have at least one more baby – to have those curves and sensitive nipples for a last time – but I’m getting the distinct impression he is avoiding it.

Last night I started stroking his back and he snapped at me saying my pregnant fetish was off putting. 

After snarling that I needed to give it a rest he stropped off to the spare room.

I feel so rejected. Have I got a fetish? I never thought of it like that.

DEIDRE SAYS: It isn’t uncommon for women to have an increase in sexual desire when they are pregnant.

As you rightly say, it’s the increased levels of oestrogen and progesterone that are responsible for intensifying your sexual desire.

Pregnancy also brings an increase in blood flow, in particular to the pelvic area, which can accentuate arousal.

Add to that the physical changes that come with pregnancy, like engorged breasts and many women feel like they have a one track mind – full of sexual desires only.

Your boyfriend is avoiding intimacy with you and you don’t understand why. So it’s definitely time to talk to him about how he’s feeling.

He may be worried about having a fourth child from an energy level or financial perspective.

You have three young children already and it’s very common for couples to feel distanced from each other as they prioritise their children’s needs. 

So make sure you are making quality time for each other – time to properly talk and find out what is going on in each other’s lives.

Fetishes might sound like an extreme label, but many people have them and a pregnancy fetish is common. 

All it means is that you really enjoy sex while pregnant which is nothing to be ashamed of.

My support pack Kinks And Fetishes explains more.

Dear Deidre’s Pregnancy Problems

Deidre’s mailbag is bursting with pregnancy predicaments.

One woman is expecting a baby with her ex while still sleeping with her husband.

Another man got his girlfriend pregnant after a threesome and now wonders if the baby is even his.

And one reader fears she’s just a rebound after falling pregnant by a new boyfriend who still has feelings for the mother of his other child.

STRICTLY Come Dancing star Dianne Buswell has announced the sad news that her beloved grandfather has died.

The ballroom star, 36, who won the last series of the BBC competition with comedian Chris McCausland, shared the devastating news today.

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Instagram/Dianne Buswell

Instagram/Dianne Buswell

Dianne took to her Instagram with recent clips of her reuniting with her granddad following her successful stint on the show.

In one heartwarming moment, Dianne surprised her grandad with a special visit in Australia.

The 99-year-old was chuffed to see his granddaughter and called her a “champion” after her Glitterball win, as they held hands and swung them side-to-side.

Sharing her heartbreak, Dianne wrote: “Rest in peace pop, you were 99 years young. Thank you for all the stories and I just know you will be up there dancing with Nan already.”

Dianne’s fellow Strictly pals were quick to share messages of support.

Nancy Xu wrote: ” Sending you all the love,” with a string of purple heart emojis.

Pro dancer Michelle Tsiak posted: “I’m so sorry for your loss Di. Sending you and your family all my love.”

Vito Coppola shared a red heart and prayer emoji in the comment section.

The sad loss comes just a weeks after Dianne’s grandmother died.

In March she shared a montage of clips with her late nan and wrote: “Rest in peace nan. Love you very much. I’m so grateful I was home to say goodbye to such a special lady in my life.

“Now go be with pop he has been patiently waiting for you.”

Dianne has been open about her family and their health battles – including her dad’s battle with cancer.

In April 2024, she shared the happy news that her father Mark has finished chemotherapy in Australia after 12 rounds of treatment.

She wrote at the time: “To my daddy you did it 6 months later and 12 rounds done.

“I am so so PROUD of you it’s been a tough road but you have always done it with a smile and a thumbs up. I know you were scared and I know it was not easy but you have done it.”

She continued: “I wish so much I could be there right now and just cuddle you,” she penned. “You’re my hero and you have made me realise we all have so much more strength then we think.

“And to my beautiful mum who has not left your side and been the best support system ever thank you. Us kids are so lucky to have you both we love you so much.

“Now we need to book that trip in back to UK for the both of you.”

Dianne first appeared on Dancing with the Stars in Australia in 2015. She then joined Strictly Come Dancing in the UK in 2017.

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CASA Amor beauty Lauren Wood has already been part of the show this series, The Sun can reveal.

Lauren was one of this year’s guinea pig Islanders for Love Island’s ‘dry run’ in May and execs loved her so much, they cherry picked her to return.

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Love Island’s Lauren Wood has been on the show before[/caption]

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She is heading into Casa Amor after being part of the programme’s dry run in May[/caption]

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It means she could quickly be deemed a “producer plant” by viewers.

Every year a group of stand-ins move into the villa before the real cast arrive to allow the crew to test camera angles, sound, and whether furniture and fittings are all ready for eight weeks’ work. 

A source said: “Lauren was one of the dry run Islanders but bosses loved her so guaranteed her a slot in Casa Amor. 

“Fans will feel like she’s going in there as a producer plant as she’s been specially chosen and has the added advantage of having been among crew, in the villa, and knows how everything works. 

“Certainly it’ll help her feel a bit more comfortable and confident.

“There’s been other Islanders in the past who went from a dry runner to full cast.

2023’s winner Sanam Harrinanan was part of the dry run cast and then went all the way.”

Lauren’s slot in Casa was revealed by The Sun earlier, and she will join newbies including Lucy Quinn and Yasmin Broom in their quest to turn an OG boy’s head.

Also heading into the show for the infamous twist are Andrada Pop, Rheo Parnell and Harry’s ex-girlfriend, Emma Munro.

Viewers caught their first glimpse of the rival girls last night when, in a new twist, the Casa Amor women walked straight into the main villa whilst the OG girls were still in situ. 

The Casa boys will be revealed tomorrow.

Lauren shows off her ripped figure in a series of lingerie snaps on her Instagram, while documenting lavish nights out in Manchester and holidays in Thailand.

She counts Chris Hughes and Chris Clark as friends, who are both Little Mix singer Jesy Nelson’s exes.

An ITV spokesman declined to comment. 

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Which of the Islanders will stick with their current partners[/caption]

HAVING recalled some 120,000 vehicles last week, a major car brand’s dealer network is now feeling the squeeze – having told drivers to stop using their vehicles immediately.

Several models are involved in the recall, which is related to faulty airbags that could prove lethal when deployed.

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This has meant chaos for the brand’s dealer network, who have become overwhelmed by the scale of the recall[/caption]

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Some customers are being told to wait as long as January for a repair slot[/caption]

The chaos involves Citroen models, including the second-gen Citroen C3 supermini and Citroen DS3 – both sold between 2009 and 2016.

The more recently DS 3, sold between 2016 and 2019, is also flagged for a recall.

However, the sheer volume of vehicles being recalled has left many owners facing difficulties in getting their cars repaired, as the magnitude of the recall is placing significant strain on the Citroen dealer network.

According to the BBC, one DS3 owner said she’s “tried to get the car fixed, but as I didn’t get to know about the recall soon enough, the earliest it can be done is the end of July”.

Worse still, another revealed the soonest they’ve been able to secure a slot is January next year.

The sudden recall follows a fatal accident in Reims, France, last month, when a 37 year-old mother driving a Citroen C3 was struck in the head by pieces of flying metal after a minor collision.

The airbag, which relies on ammonium nitrate gas for rapid inflation, can degrade in hot and humid conditions, potentially causing violent explosions that propel shrapnel towards the driver.

This is part of a two-decade-long scandal involving the now-defunct Japanese manufacturer Takata, whose airbags were fitted by nearly all major car manufacturers worldwide.

It saw the French Transport Ministry order the manufacturer to conduct a recall, with Stellantis deciding to issue a stop-drive order in the UK too, to avoid any safety concerns.

The French Transport Ministry has also issued warnings for owners of Audis, BMWs, Fords, Nissans, Peugeots and even Ferraris – all due to fears over Takata airbags.

Citroen customers affected by the recall are due to receive a letter in the post outlining the next steps.

Stellantis have also listed which cars are affected, and also have a recall helpline (0800 917 9285) set up.

Naturally, the cost of any recall-related work will be covered by Stellantis.

Autoexpress believe the repair work should only take around two hours to complete – although it does mean trying to find a slot at one of dozens of authorised Citroen garages across the country.