UK Driving

20th November 2024

Deer-related car accidents rise 42% since 2021

Deer rutting season is one of the most dangerous times to be out on the road. According to the AA, accidents involving deer rose 42% in […]
19th November 2024

Everything you should keep in your car in cold weather

With the weather taking a turn as winter arrives, it’s important to know what to keep in your car to stay safe on the roads.   Here […]
14th November 2024

Everything you need to know about car cloning

Car cloning is when someone deliberately disguises a car by using details from another car. This usually happens when criminals use number plates from legitimate cars […]
12th November 2024

Drivers could face a £2000 tax rise in April 2025

According to Labour’s recent Budget announcement, drivers who buy new luxury vehicles will see a £2000+ increase in their vehicle excise duty (VED) in April 2025.  […]
2nd October 2024

How to drive safely in the rain

British weather can be unpredictable, but one thing that’s always certain is that there’s a lot of rain in autumn. If you want to know more […]
7th August 2024

How to keep your car cool this summer

Summer is finally here! There’s never been a better time to refresh your memory, and hopefully learn some new tips and tricks, on how to keep […]
5th July 2024

Best UK summer road trip destinations

Forget Route 66 and other far flung driving destinations, some of the best places to hit the road can be found much closer to home.  Norfolk […]
30th May 2024

UK has the most expensive diesel in Europe

A new report from the RAC reveals that the UK has the most expensive diesel in Europe, despite the fuel duty discount introduced in March 2022.   […]
24th May 2024

Analysis uncovers how potholes are handled by councils

In partnership with Channel 4’s Dispatches (Thursday, 23 May 2024)  the RAC has carried out analysis on how councils approach the repair of potholes in their […]
23rd May 2024

Late May bank holiday will see the busiest roads since COVID

Approximately 20 million journeys are expected to be made this bank holiday weekend, with traffic almost returning to 2019’s pre-pandemic high of 22 million journeys. 4 […]
16th May 2024

Older drivers at risk of having their licences ‘immediately revoked’ if they don’t follow this simple rule

Older drivers are at risk of having their driving licence immediately revoked for not following a simple rule.   Older drivers could be considered ‘hazard to the […]
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 […]
1st May 2024

8 things to keep in your car

If you spend a lot of time in your car, it’s probably best to have your essentials with you just in case you need them. Here […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]