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New campaign aims to stop punishing drivers who move for emergency...

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Baffling road rules that punish drivers for allowing ambulances to pass could be scrapped if a new proposal allowing motorists to move out of...

Warning for drivers over their sunglasses throughout the warmer months 

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UK drivers are being urged to check their sunglasses before getting behind the wheel to avoid hefty fines and penalty points. Experts at Quotezone.co.uk are warning motorists...

EXPERT COMMENT: ROADSIDE BLOOD TESTS FOR SLEEPY DRIVERS

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With roadside blood tests being developed to determine how sleepy drivers are, people are being urged to take extra care when getting behind the...

Motorists with hay fever warned over life-changing drug driver convictions

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Drivers are being warned to check their hay fever medication else risk life-changing punishments and criminal records for driving under the influence. Motoring experts at Quotezone.co.uk are...

EXPERT COMMENT: Drivers warned of increase in yellow box junction fines

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With an increase in yellow box junction monitoring from councils putting drivers at risk of fines, Richard Evans, head of technical services at webuyanycar comments:  “With councils...

Happiest drivers in Britain revealed

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The happiest drivers in the country have been announced with motorists in Wales topping the list, a new study reveals. Motoring experts at LeaseCar.uk have crunched the...

The UK’s most stressed drivers, revealed by new police data

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With more cars on the road than ever before, it’s no surprise that driving is becoming increasingly more stressful. In fact, a recent survey showed that...

Campaign to regulate driving lessons as costs now hit £2.5K Learner...

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Learners are now paying 215% more for driving lessons than they did thirty years ago, with more young people being excluded from getting behind...

Happiest drivers in Britain revealed

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The happiest drivers in the country have been announced with motorists in Wales topping the list, a new study reveals. Motoring experts at LeaseCar.uk have crunched the...

Motoring offences – drivers need to keep up to speed on...

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Police caught Danish retail tycoon Anders Holch Povlsen, the so-called 'ASOS billionaire' speeding in the Highlands and fined him £100.  According to reports, the...

EXPERT COMMENT: EV CHARGING POINTS

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News today reveals that there is just 1 public charging point per 36 electric vehicles on UK roads. Louise Thomas, Confused.com car insurance expert comments: “As electric vehicles...

Electric car revolution losing power

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Drivers don't want petrol or diesel cars banned and believe the government's 2030 target to be far too soon, according to a new survey...

Car insurance expert, Cuvva debunks 13 top myths and misconceptions that...

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Car insurance expert, Cuvva debunks 13 top myths and misconceptions that can cost you loads Car insurance is a crucial part of owning a car,...

High pollen warning: drivers can be fined £2,500 for making THIS...

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UK searches for 'hayfever' have increased 560% in the last 30 days since we've moved into Spring and pollen levels have increased. The Met Office...

Drivers risking severe penalties for ignoring unusual road signs 

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Mysterious road signs across the UK could land drivers with hefty penalties if they are misunderstood.  Motoring experts at Quotezone.co.uk have identified seven strange road signs which...

Every day tens of thousands of Brits are unfairly handed parking...

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Despite the cost–of–living crisis leaving thousands of British families unable to eat, the private parking industry is booming and set to have a record-breaking...

Ceir Clasurol yn dychwelyd i Gastell Caeriw ddydd Llun Gŵyl y...

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Bydd y Castell - sydd â hanes yn dyddio'n ôl 2,000 o flynyddoedd - yn arddangos rhai o'r ceir clasurol a'r hen gerbydau gorau...

Classic cars return to Carew Castle this Bank Holiday Monday

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A Castle with a history stretching back 2,000 years will host some of the finest classic cars and vintage vehicles on Monday 1 May. Carew Castle, which...

Venson survey reveals motorists’ neglect keeping up to date with road...

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DISREGARD OF THE HIGHWAY CODE PUTS ROAD USERS AT RISK Venson survey reveals motorists’ neglect keeping up to date with road safety guidance www.venson.com The Highway Code...

Road user charging will lead to a healthier city for everyone...

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In response to the announcement by Cardiff Council on their intention to introduce a road user charging system, Sustrans Cymru Director Christine Boston said: "At...

Motorists urged to check their tyres else risk £10,000 fines

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Drivers are being warned to check their tyres are legally roadworthy else risk a fine of up to £10,000 and 12 penalty points. Motoring experts...

The AA debunk 8 of the UK’s most common driving myths

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It's very possible that at some point as a child, your parents told you that turning the car's inside lights on while driving was...

Calls to do more to support young drivers as learner costs...

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Learners are now paying 215% more for driving lessons than they did thirty years ago, with more young people being excluded from getting behind...

The seven types of electric vehicle driver

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Electric vehicles are becoming increasingly common sights on UK roads and now experts have identified seven types of EV drivers. Virtue Vultures, Night Owls and...

Expert Shares: Essential New Driver Tips You Need to Know…

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Passing your driving test is an exciting time for any new driver, but it's easy to forget all the essential steps that are required...

New study reveals the cheapest U.K. cities to own a car 

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Durham is the cheapest U.K. city to own a car, followed by Stoke on Trent, Inverness and Lancaster.   Westminster, London, Brighton & Hove and Winchester...

UK’s Rudest Road Trip 

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Drivers looking for a laugh have been told how to take the UK's rudest road trip while enjoying the finer Spring driving weather. From Backside...

Motorists urged to check their tyres else risk £10,000 fines

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Drivers are being warned to check their tyres are legally roadworthy else risk a fine of up to £10,000 and 12 penalty points. Motoring experts...

EXPERT COMMENT – EASTER BANK HOLIDAY TRAFFIC

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In the run-up to the Easter holidays, it is expected that we’ll see more cars on the road as many travel for UK getaways...

MOTORISTS WARNED NOT TO BOLT AT HIGHWAY CODE CHANGES

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Lack of Caution Around Horses Could See Drivers Face Huge Penalties With the number of horses on the road set to rise as we enter...

Undercover speed camera vans could be rolled out across the UK

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Motorists are being urged to stick to speed limits as UK police forces continue trials of unmarked speed camera vans. Speed awareness technology providers, Road Angel,...

Belt up! Parents warned to ensure little ones are safely tethered...

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Parents have been told to ensure their toddlers and young children wear seatbelts when travelling in the back seat of their cars. Road safety technology...

THE 12 COUNCILS WITH NEW POWERS TO FINE MOTORISTS REVEALED

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Durham and Luton among the first councils in England now allowed to issue fines for moving traffic offences ●       New rules allow local authorities in England...

The cost of the most common MOT failures

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A recent study from Moneyboat has looked to reveal the cost of the most common MOT failures Nearly 20% of MOT failures are due to...

EXPERT COMMENT – CHALLENGING A PARKING FINE

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News reveals that the number of parking tickets issued by private companies is on the rise. In response, Louise Thomas, Confused.com car insurance expert, comments: “Just like many...

Unusual road signs could cause severe penalties if ignored

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Mysterious road signs across the UK could land drivers with hefty penalties if they are misunderstood.  Motoring experts at Quotezone.co.uk have identified seven strange road signs which...

Drivers could face massive fines for misunderstanding road rules

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Motorists have been urged to understand five common car-based misconceptions to avoid facing penalties.  Although technically legal, there are many everyday driving habits which could...

Drivers told to increase speed cam knowledge 

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Motorists have been told to become familiar with the various types of speed cameras used in Britain after official figures revealed more than half...

Drivers could face massive fines for misunderstanding road rules

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Motorists have been urged to understand five common car-based misconceptions to avoid facing penalties.  Although technically legal, there are many everyday driving habits which could...

Driving test examiners to strike this week – but learners facing...

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Driving Test Backlog - Learners waiting up-to six months ahead of strikes this week Learner drivers are being warned over long-lasting delays for driving tests,...

Drivers warned to check number plate is legal or risk a...

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Motorists are being told to make important checks on their number plates to check they are legal, ahead of the new licence plate launch...

UK’s most congested cities revealed

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The most congested cities in the UK have been revealed with some drivers spending almost 40 minutes to travel just six miles. Car rental experts at...

Snow: Driving Safely with RoSPA

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Protect your life and keep safe on the road in snow - The Royal Society for the Prevention of Accidents As snow falls across most...

Stopping distances 10 times greater in snow and ice motorists warned

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Drivers have been warned that stopping distances will be up to 10 times greater during this week's arctic weather posing a serious threat to...

Snow disruption on travel 

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With reports of a cold and snow spell set to cause disruption across the UK this week, Richard Evans, head of technical services at webuyanycar comments: “Adverse...

Flashing, Splashing and Swearing – 5 surprising ways to incur driving...

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Drivers are being warned about some of the lesser-known driving laws which can result in hefty fines and penalty points. Leading car insurance price comparison...

Road Racers Beware

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Government to eradicate nuisance drivers with new noise pollution scheme Motoring groups are eagerly awaiting the outcome of a government trial to combat noise pollution...

EXPERT COMMENT: DVLA issues £1,000 warning to anyone who passed driving...

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The DVLA are warning all who passed their driving test before 2014 that it’s time to renew their driving licence, and if they don’t,...

The eight surprising reasons why learners are failing their driving tests

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Learners have been told the eight most surprising reasons why they could fail the driving test, as the latest data shows less than half...

Eight things you probably didn’t know about seatbelt laws

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Taxi drivers are being urged to brush up on their understanding of seatbelt laws, else risk receiving a hefty fine and penalty points. Motoring experts...