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10th March 2022
Some of us might not think twice about paying £12.50 to drive in an expanding number of national low emission zones (LEZ). But for taxi drivers […]
7th March 2022
Have you ever been guilty of parking in front of someone’s driveway? Or have you been on the receiving end and blocked from getting in or […]
2nd March 2022
Have you paid your car tax? The Driver and Vehicle Licensing Authority (DVLA) is urging that you do so as soon as possible before new changes […]
24th February 2022
Ever found yourself nodding off while driving? New research has revealed that falling asleep shouldn’t be your only worry if you’re driving while tired – you’re […]
22nd February 2022
Do you think it’s acceptable to drive at 80mph on a motorway? Over 40% of drivers say it’s OK, but since 2016 an increasing number are […]
17th February 2022
Many of us may feel we have been overcharged by mechanics at least once in our lifetime, but have you ever thought your gender or age […]
15th February 2022
Do you know you’re committing an offence if you drive with a dirty number plate or an unsecured pet in your car? Being aware of lesser-known […]
10th February 2022
Do you drive a Ford Fiesta? If so, you might want to make sure it’s parked in a secure place, as new figures suggest it’s the […]
8th February 2022
Have you ever wished that private parking fines weren’t so high? If you live in England or Wales (excluding London), you can breathe a little sigh […]
3rd February 2022
Stop scrolling… The law on using a mobile phone while driving is about to get a whole lot tougher. The Department for Transport has announced that […]
2nd February 2022
Whether you’re on a long-distance journey or just the commute to work, you never know when a breakdown might happen. Knowing what to keep in your […]
1st February 2022
What colour is your ideal new car? Would it be a bold or muted shade? If it’s the latter, you’re in good company, as grey has […]
31st January 2022
The Highway Code is set to undergo a major shake-up this weekend – but are you aware of it? Many drivers are still oblivious to the […]
25th January 2022
Are you facing a long wait for your driving test? You’re not alone. Some learners are having to wait up to 10 months for their practical […]
20th January 2022
Looking to get away this winter? While some people are choosing to jet off to sunnier climes, more Brits are shunning trips abroad in favour of […]
18th January 2022
Don’t know your PHEV from your PCP? You’re certainly not alone because a whopping 70% of Brits are bamboozled by car jargon, research has found. Top […]
13th January 2022
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
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
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
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 […]