UK Driving

19th July 2022

The best and worst motorways in the UK

Planning a road trip this summer? If so, you might want to avoid the worst motorway in England – the M142. What’s the worst motorway in […]
14th July 2022

Wales to lower speed limit to 20mph on residential roads

Did you know that speed limits are changing in parts of the UK? In Wales, the speed limit is set to drop to 20mph on all […]
12th July 2022

Heatwave survival guide for your car

Say hello to the heatwave… Britain’s enjoying scorching temperatures this week, with the mercury rising above 30 degrees in many areas of the country. But if […]
5th July 2022

New car sales at lowest level since June 1996

Been waiting to get your hands on a new car? Well you might have to wait a little while longer. According to the Society of Motor […]
28th June 2022

45% of Brits cutting back on car journeys

How is the rising cost of living impacting your life? High electricity bills and increasing fuel costs are forcing many households in the UK to make […]
23rd June 2022

What does the colour of your car say about you?

Do you like being the centre of attention or are you someone who prefers not to be seen? No need to answer the question – the […]
14th June 2022

Changes to practical driving tests are on the way

Keen to pass your driving test and hit the road? The impact of the pandemic has left many drivers waiting for a test date, but this […]
9th June 2022

Brits are buying cheaper car models to get better value for money

Who doesn’t love getting good value for money? In today’s day and age, the rising cost of living means many of us are having to spend […]
7th June 2022

Car tyres ‘produce more pollution than exhausts’

We all know car exhausts create pollution, but did you know that your car tyres are also harming the environment? According to a recent test, almost […]
31st May 2022

Nearly 20 million car journeys will be made over the Platinum Jubilee weekend

Got any plans for the Platinum Jubilee weekend? According to RAC Breakdown, an estimated 19.5 million trips will be made over the long weekend, creating heavy […]
13th May 2022

How well do you maintain your car? Take the quiz

Do you know how to check your tyre pressures? Or what to do if a dashboard warning light comes on? A new quiz tests whether you’re […]
29th April 2022

The green light really does mean go for impatient drivers

3… 2… 1. That’s exactly how much time it should take to react to a green light, according to almost half of drivers. If you take […]
27th April 2022

Does the car you drive match your personality?

What does your choice of car say about your personality? Are you loud, quiet or family-orientated? According to a recent poll, nearly half of drivers think […]
21st April 2022

New Highway Code rules could allow watching movies in self-driving cars

Need to catch up on your favourite TV show? If you’re the owner of a self-driving car, you might not have to wait until you get […]
13th April 2022

Over 21 million drivers to hit roads for Easter

Got a trip planned this Easter weekend? You’re not the only one… According to the RAC, this Easter weekend will be the busiest for at least […]
7th April 2022

Calls for 60-year-old drivers to resit their driving test

Do you think older drivers should have to resit their driving test? According to recent data, nearly one in three drivers believe people should resit their […]
1st April 2022

Eight scenic driving routes in the UK | 1st Central

What plans have you got in store for summer 2022? A road trip is never a bad idea, but a road trip with breath-taking scenery is […]
10th February 2022

Revealed: The most commonly stolen car models in 2021

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 […]
1st February 2022

UK’s favourite colour for new cars in 2021 revealed

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 […]
25th January 2022

Learner drivers face 10-month wait for test amid backlog

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 […]