TV ICON Kevin McCloud has recently criticised the design of a popular EV model after struggling to get out of it.

The 65-year-old, best known as the host of Grand Designs, revealed that he experienced a “panic attack” while trying to figure out how to open the door of an unspecified make and model of electric car during the filming of an episode of the Channel 4 show.

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The Grand Designs host said he experienced a ‘panic attack’ while trying to figure out how to open the car’s door[/caption]

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Despite these complaints, he’s seemingly a fan of EVs and has been spotted driving a luxury Polestar 2[/caption]

McCloud, a self-confessed petrolhead with a love for classic cars, shared the incident while appearing on the Fuelling Around podcast, hosted by Jason Plato and Dave Vitty.

He said: “I was in this car the other day, and I had a panic attack because I couldn’t get out of it.

“There was no door handle on the door.

“They were filming me getting out of the car, and I swear to God, they can’t use the shot because it’s just me flapping my hand around, going: ‘Where’s the handle? Where’s the handle?’

“It turns out there’s a tiny button, and it’s barely noticeable.

“There’s got to be some kind of safety issue around that.”

Despite this mishap, McCloud appears to be a fan of EVs and is often spotted driving a Polestar 2.

He also expressed admiration for the BMW i3, having previously owned two of them, describing it as a “really fabulous car”.

McCloud also revealed that he has “one or two runners” and several cars that are “in bits”.

Among his personal favourites are a 1932 Marendaz, a 1921 Lancia Dikappa, and a 1967 Fiat Dino.

Although he seems to enjoy electric cars, McCloud voiced concerns about the direction of EV design.

He criticised the “problem” of manufacturers reverting to “crazy interiors“, which he said included “weird designs and really odd buttons to do stupid things”.

He added: “It doesn’t make any sense.”

McCloud also lamented the trend of producing “massive cars with massive electric batteries”, which he argued results in a homogenised driving experience.

He said: “This is the inevitable conclusion to a process of homogenisation in car design that’s been happening for 30 years.

“If you didn’t have a logo on pretty much any modern car, you wouldn’t know what it was.”

A RADICAL six-wheeled truck that features a built-in helicopter-like flying machine is set to be released in 2026, according to reports.

Named the Xpeng AeroHT Land Aircraft Carrier, the mighty machine features a built-in modular ‘flying car’.

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An amazing six-wheeled truck with a built-in flying contraption willbe available to buy next year[/caption]

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Built by Xpeng, the vehicle is currently in the testing phase[/caption]

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The vehicle’s concept is to open ‘a new dimension for people who fly’[/caption]

Having made its public debut at the recent Consumer Electronics Show in Las Vegas, its manufacturer, Xpeng AeroHT – a subsidiary of the Chinese EV brand Xpeng – revealed it had already received over 3,000 ‘intent orders’.

First announced in January 2024, the vehicle’s aircraft has now completed its initial test flights in China, according to Autocar.

It has also received type certification approval, marking a significant step towards enabling it to conduct public flights.

Xpeng AeroHT co-founder and chief designer Wang Tan said: “This will appeal to multiple customer types.

“There are people who enjoy going off-road, and this vehicle, with its six-wheel set-up and differential lock, offers genuine off-road capability.

“It will also open up a new dimension for people who fly.

“I’m a pilot, and every time I want to fly, I need to go to the airport. If I have my own helicopter, I might also need a trailer.

“It makes everything very inconvenient, but with this, I can take my eVTOL anywhere.”

Full technical details are yet to be confirmed, but the truck will utilise a range-extender powertrain, providing a combined range of approximately 620 miles.

Measuring 5.5 metres in length and 2.0 metres in width, the EV – despite its appearance and advanced capabilities – can even fit in standard parking spaces.

Meanwhile, the flying machine makes extensive use of carbon fibre to reduce weight, and its design was determined by the truck’s dimensions.

Tan added: “We had to prioritise function.

“We needed to ensure it could fold compactly so there was space for passengers in the truck, and there were size limitations to ensure it could fit on the road.”

Naturally, the vehicle remains under development, but the company states it is on track for first deliveries to begin in 2026.

Initially set to launch in China, global interest in the machine is already apparent, according to Tan.

He also disclosed that a safari tour operator is among the companies that have already placed multiple reservations.

While pricing is yet to be confirmed, Tan revealed that the vehicle will cost “less than $300,000”.

IRELAND have suffered a huge blown ahead of next Saturday’s Six Nations opener against England.

Prop Tadhg Furlong has been ruled out of the clash due to a reoccurrence of a calf injury.

The Wexford ace missed the entirety of Ireland’s November Nations Series test clashes before making his return for Leinster in January.

The 32-year-old forward has been blighted with calf issues for a number of seasons.

Leinster’s Furlong will be replaced by Connacht’s Jack Aungier, who is expected to join up with the squad as the prepare for the clash against their rivals in Portugal.

Finlay Bealham is likely to start after news of the injury was confirmed.

The IRFU issued a statement confirming the news but did not provided a timeline for his recovery.

It read: “Tadhg Furlong has been ruled out of the opening week’s game after suffering a recurrence of a calf strain in training on Saturday and he has returned to Dublin for further assessment.

“An update will be available later in the week.

“Connacht’s Jack Aungier has been called up to the squad.”

“Leinster trio Jack Boyle, James Lowe and Dan Sheehan linked up with the Ireland squad on Sunday morning, while Connacht scrum-half Caolin Blade will also arrive on Monday.”

Dan Sheehan, James Lowe, and Jack Boyle flew out to ‘The Campus’ on Sunday in Quinta do Lago as Ireland prepare for their 2025 opener.

Hooker Dan Sheehan returned to action for the first time in six months last night.

The Leinster number two picked up a severe anterior cruciate ligament injury in last year’s first test of the drawn series against world champions South Africa.

Sheehan skippered Leinster last night in the absence of Caelan Doris, and went on to star in the win over the Stormers at Aviva Stadium.

He bagged a brace of tries in the 36-12 URC win over the South African side.

He’ll be joined by winger James Lowe, who also returned after not playing since November.

The duo’s return is great news for Ireland interim boss Simon Easterby.

Ireland vs England kicks-off at 4:45pm next Saturday.

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A US reality star slammed Eamonn Holmes for the ‘worst interview’ of her career – and insisted she would never do another show with him.

Broadcaster and journalist Eamonn, 65, has had a decades-long career, including long TV stints.

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Whitney Thore, 40, has appeared on TLC’s My Big Fat Fabulous Wife for 11 seasons.

The show initially documented her weight loss journey before Whitney embarked on a search for love.

Speaking to the Daily Star, Whitney recounted her experience being interviewed by Eamonn.

She was asked about the UK shows that she would like to take part in.

Whitney replied: “I haven’t done any UK TV shows in about 10 years, but I would gladly go on any and all of them again—except for [any with] Eamonn Holmes.”

Continuing, she blasted: “He conducted the absolute worst interview of my entire career, but other than that, my experience in the UK has always been so extremely lovely, and I love my time here so much.”

Whitney shared how she also had positive memories on the other side of the pond.

She shared: “Just the other night I got the nicest message from an insanely famous UK singer—I won’t disclose who just for privacy reasons, but it absolutely made my day.”

It comes as Eamonn was recently reunited with his beloved dog Maggie after a bitter custody battle over the pet with ex Ruth Langsford.

The former This Morning anchors shocked fans by announcing their split last May, with Ruth continuing to keep the pooch in her care.

The Sun had revealed Eamonn is set to lose the custody of the Border Collie cross, who is 14-years-old.

Yet it is clear the broadcaster is eager to maintain their bond and Eamonn posted a video to his Instagram page following their day out.

He could be seen sitting in the front seat while Maggie peeked her head from behind.

She could be seen affectionately licking his ear while he sung The Beatles track All You Need Is Love.

The GB News presenter then told the camera: ‘Ahhh that dog loves me, thank you Maggie.”

In his caption he reinforced the song’s lyrics and wrote: “All u need is Love … And a Rescue Dog!”

One fan replied: “Ahh Eamonn isn’t she just so precious.”

Another put: “Well you’ve had a good wash she does love you.”

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