driving

9th May 2024

Drivers only just realising you can legally ignore this motorway speed limit sign

According to the Express, motorists are suddenly realising that there’s one kind of speed limit sign you can ignore.  Amber speed signs  The speed limit on […]
2nd May 2024

Can you answer these five basic theory questions?

Over half of drivers haven’t read the Highway Code since passing their driving test, despite several recent updates being added to the rule book. 88% of […]
30th April 2024

16 million drivers set to hit the road this bank holiday weekend

More than 16 million car journeys will be made over the course of the early May bank holiday, research from the RAC and transport analytics specialists, […]
25th April 2024

How safe are smart motorways?

Crucial equipment on smart motorways, including CCTV cameras and signals, has been found to have lost power multiple times recently, leaving drivers at risk.   Loss of […]
9th April 2024

Drivers urged to ‘Think Bikes’ with stickers on mirrors

The latest Department for Transport figures show that 91 cyclists and 350 motorcyclists were killed on Britain’s Roads in 2022.   Now, on the 10th anniversary of […]
4th April 2024

Despite being hands-free, phones still cause distractions while driving

Do you use hands-free technology while driving?  While just over half of drivers say they don’t use their phones at all while behind the wheel, the […]
3rd April 2024

DIY tips for looking after your car

Knowing how to look after your car can save you time and money. Here’s some of our tips to help you avoid unnecessary trips to a […]
2nd April 2024

More than 70% of MOT testers could be banned

A swathe of mechanics across Britain could be prevented from carrying out MOT tests simply for not completing annual tests.  Are MOT testers leaving assessments too […]
28th March 2024

UK car production on the rise again

UK car production has increased for six consecutive months thanks, in part, to the gradual transition to electrified vehicles.  How many cars are being built?  The […]
26th March 2024

More than 14m car trips planned this weekend

If you’re planning on going away for Easter this weekend, make sure you know the best times to hit the road.  Good Friday to see 2.6m […]
21st March 2024

The 8 most misunderstood road signs

Understanding road signs is a vital part of keeping safe on the road. Thats why it’s important to get to know some of the more uncommon […]
20th March 2024

How to claim compensation for pothole damage to your car

Potholes have become one of the biggest problems on Britain’s roads. If your vehicle has been damaged by potholes, here’s how to claim compensation for the […]
19th March 2024

Car tax change could hit drivers with higher fees

A Vehicle Excise Duty (VED) update could see drivers hit with ‘significantly higher’ fees this year.  What is VED?  VED, also called car tax or road […]
12th March 2024

M25 to close this weekend

Part of the M25 will be closed for the first time this weekend as National Highways plan to carry out extensive work.  When and where will […]
6th February 2024

Fuel price fall hits a standstill – but prices are still uneven across the country

Fuel prices finally stabilised in January after falling for three months, but price analysis reveals a ‘blatantly wrong’ 14p difference between the highest and lowest-priced supermarket […]
5th February 2024

UK’s most popular cars in 2023

The UK’s most popular cars from 2023 have been revealed, and not all is as expected. With almost 50,000 registrations, find out which car has dethroned […]
1st February 2024

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. […]
22nd January 2024

Met Office issues driving tips amid Storm Isha

Storm Isha blew in over the weekend and the after effects are set to continue over the next few days.  What is Storm Isha?  Storm Isha […]
16th January 2024

6 things to keep in your car this winter

The beginning of the year brings wintry and sometimes dangerous road conditions. Cold snaps can cause ice to form on the roads, and falling snow will […]
11th January 2024

Bright headlights could be a thing of the past

A whopping 89% of drivers think some headlights on cars today are too bright.   The stat comes from the RAC who conducted a survey of 2000 […]