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New driving laws to be aware of this month

May 2023, it’s the month of King Charles’ coronation but also the month of new driving laws. From greater council powers to changes to the Highway […]

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Longer lorries to be allowed on Britain’s roads

We’ve all seen lorries making their way up and down the motorways, but have you ever thought about how big they are?  Starting from 31 May […]

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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 […]

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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 […]

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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? […]

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6 tips for driving in the UK

If you’re new to driving in the UK, or just new to driving, you might not be completely familiar with some of the rules and regulations. […]

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New 30-point plan pledges to make life easier for drivers

There have been a lot of road related policies implemented in the past few years, and now the Conservative Party has unveiled a 30-point plan aimed […]

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Drivers at risk of £13,000 in fines this Halloween

The trend of decorating your car for Halloween has been growing in popularity, with #HalloweenCar racking up over 15 million views on TikTok. However, if you […]

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How do speeding fines work?

Many drivers stray over the speed limit occasionally, some accidentally and some on purpose. A 2022 study by the UK Department for Transport found that 45% […]

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A third of drivers are ignoring red weather warnings for snow

Do UK drivers abide by weather warnings? If you think the answer is yes, you’ll be surprised to know you’re wrong. According to a recent study, […]

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Number of drivers caught using their phones doubles in a year

In March 2022 the law changed so that drivers could be stopped for using their phone behind the wheel for any reason, not just calling someone. […]

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Council road maintenance drops to lowest point in five years

Road maintenance in 2022/23 dropped to the lowest it’s been in five years according to RAC, analysis of the latest government statistics. Just 4% of A […]

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Most drivers haven’t seen the Highway Code since getting their licence

Have you freshened up your knowledge of driving rules recently?  More than half of UK drivers are unfamiliar with the latest Highway Code rules, a new […]