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25th July 2023

2030 ban on new petrol car sales is immovable, insists Gove

The ban on the sale of new petrol and diesel cars has been a hotly debated topic in recent years, but what does it actually involve? […]
20th July 2023

Drivers risk a £5,000 fine for breaking little-known rules this summer

Whether you’re taking a long car trip this summer, or just making a few short journeys, it’s important you remember to follow these important rules and […]
18th July 2023

12.6 million journeys planned for first week of summer holidays

The summer holidays are almost upon us, and if you’re planning to travel over the first weekend of the break, you’ll want to know when the […]
13th July 2023

10 Most Common Reasons For MOT Failure: And How To Avoid Them

MOT tests can feel daunting for many car owners, especially with the statistic that 28% of cars fail their MOT on the first attempt. However, understanding […]
12th July 2023

RAC launches new fuel finder app

Fuel prices have started to come down, but are you always getting the cheapest option? myRAC Fuel Finder RAC have recently launched the ‘myRAC Fuel Finder’ […]
6th July 2023

11 road rules you’ll need to know before driving on holiday

It’s almost time for the summer holidays, and you might be thinking about going away. But do you know the rules of the road in different […]
4th July 2023

Drivers paid nearly £1bn more for fuel after supermarkets increased margins

The Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) has found that average supermarket fuel margins rose by 6p per litre between 2019 and 2022. Motorists paid an extra […]
3rd July 2023

6 of the wackiest cars ever made

Reliant Regal 1967 This iconic three-wheeled model, made famous by Only Fools and Horses, may not be the wackiest car on this list, but it’s definitely […]
29th June 2023

Almost 1 in 4 motorists turn to DIY car servicing amid cost of living crisis

Has the cost of living crisis put the brakes on your car servicing? In a bid to cut costs on motor maintenance, 23% of car owners […]
27th June 2023

What to do if you put the wrong fuel in your car | 1st Central

Around 150,000 motorists accidentally put the wrong fuel in their car every year – that’s one every three-and-a-half minutes. But do you know what to do […]
22nd June 2023

Holidaymakers warned of European driving licence and number plate rules

Going away on holiday between June and August? If so, you join 81% of Brits in their summer holiday plans, according to Trip Advisor’s Seasonal Travel […]
20th June 2023

Ultra Low Emission Zone (ULEZ): Everything You Need To Know

The expansion of the ULEZ this year has been a hotly debated topic, but it’s still going ahead despite the massive opposition. Currently, the ULEZ covers […]
15th June 2023

Road safety: Call for lower speed limits around schools

Is speeding traffic putting you off the walk to school? Parents across the UK worry for their children’s safety, with reports of unsafe roads rolling in. […]
13th June 2023

How to cool your car down quickly this summer

Summers are getting warmer and the cost of living is going up, so how do you cool your car down quick without it using up too […]
8th June 2023

Spike in new car sales brings hope to economy

Is the UK’s motor industry finally turning around? According to the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT), 145,204 new vehicles sold were sold in May, […]
6th June 2023

Record monthly drop in diesel prices

Many factors have contributed to rising petrol and diesel prices over the past few years, but now it looks like we’re over the hill. Let’s take […]
5th June 2023

5 things every driver should know

With regular updates to The Highway Code and new motoring laws introduced all the time, it can be difficult to keep up with all the latest […]
31st May 2023

Spike in speeding cases as convictions reach eight-year high

The number of drivers convicted for speeding has reached an eight-year high, according to new figures. Analysis of government data by Churchill Motor Insurance showed speeding […]
30th May 2023

DVLA strikes could mean delays to driving licences

If you’re planning on renewing your driving licence soon, make sure you know the dates of the DVLA strikes, or you could face delays. When are […]
25th May 2023

Vehicle repair delays continue

Need to repair your vehicle? Unfortunately, you may face a long wait time. With delays on the manufacture of car parts persisting, the turnaround for accident […]