1st CENTRAL

13th January 2022

Smart motorway rollout paused while safety data collected

They’re the subject of much controversy… but now the rollout of all-lane-running smart motorways is being put on hold amid safety concerns. The planned expansion of […]
12th January 2022

10 new driving laws and rule changes you need to know in 2022

Ready to hit the road in 2022? Hold up. There’s some changes you should know about. From new Clean Air Zones and updated number plates, to […]
11th January 2022

Only one in five drivers ‘happy’ with UK roads

Are you satisfied with the state of the nation’s roads? If you are, you’re in the minority, it would appear. Only one in five drivers is […]
6th January 2022

Corsa ends Fiesta’s reign as UK’s best-selling car

Do you drive the nation’s most popular car? The Vauxhall Corsa has been crowned the UK’s best-selling car, sensationally snatching the title away from the Ford […]
4th January 2022

Milton Keynes trials driverless car service

It might well be the famed home of concrete cows and 130 roundabouts, but now Milton Keynes is making a name for itself for a different […]
21st December 2021

These are the only times you should use your fog lights

Winter fog is set to descend over the UK, but many drivers don’t know how and when to use their fog lights… The Met Office is […]
20th December 2021

Most drivers don’t know how much alcohol will tip them over the drink-drive limit

How many drinks could you have, and still be happy to drive? According to a survey by road safety charity IAM Roadsmart, the majority of drivers […]
14th December 2021

Are you one of 18 million motorists planning to hit the roads over Christmas?

Driving home for Christmas? Plan your travel to avoid the busy roads… Nearly 18 million motorists are predicted to travel in the lead up to Christmas, […]
9th December 2021

Top 10 annoying driving traits revealed

What annoys you most about other drivers? New research has revealed the driving traits Brits can’t stand, with tailgating and road rage among the top 10.  […]
8th December 2021

I’ve been hit by an uninsured driver – what should I do?

Uninsured drivers are more common than you might think. Each year in the UK, more than 130 people are killed and 26,000 are left injured in […]
7th December 2021

Rise in new car demand masks ‘underlying weakness’ of market

How do you think the new car market is faring? While the number of new cars being registered is on the rise, automotive industry leaders have […]
6th December 2021

1 in 5 drivers ignore dashboard warning lights

Do you pay attention to your dashboard warning lights? New research reveals more than a fifth (22%) of motorists are currently ignoring a lit-up warning light […]
30th November 2021

Most UK drivers delay essential car checks

How quickly do you get problems with your car fixed? New research reveals most UK drivers wait more than just a few days to resolve issues […]
25th November 2021

‘Cowboy’ parking fines on the up despite decline in traffic levels

Have you been slapped with a parking fine you thought was unfair? UK drivers have collected a near record number of parking charges from private firms […]
23rd November 2021

Nearly a third of Brits glued to phones while crossing the road

Ever had to act quickly to avoid a distracted pedestrian while in the driver’s seat? Worryingly, almost a third of Brits have confessed to using their […]
18th November 2021

Rising fuel prices will force four in ten drivers to cut back this winter

Have rising fuel prices forced you to tighten your purse strings? Four in ten drivers may have to make sacrifices in order to keep their cars […]
16th November 2021

Drivers warned of effects of poor UK road conditions

How safe are our roads? Unfortunately, almost one-fifth of UK roads are in urgent need of repair as they could lead to a greater number of […]
11th November 2021

Gen Z spends most time researching car purchases

When it comes to making the most informed decisions about buying a car, it seems Generation Z spends more time researching a vehicle before making a […]
9th November 2021

New car sales: UK records worst October in 30 years

Wondering how the car industry is coping? Unfortunately, new figures show the UK endured its worst October performance since 1991. That said, the market for plug-in […]
6th November 2021

1st CENTRAL guide to Clean Air Zones across Britain

The government is gearing towards the ban on the sale of new petrol and diesel cars from 2030, all new cars and vans to be zero-emission […]