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Over 50 UK drivers have 30+ penalty points but still kept their licences
With thousands of drivers skirting bans despite high point counts, road safety advocates question if the ‘exceptional hardship’ rule is letting too many offenders off the hook
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Elvis Presley's last Cadillac Seville is up for auction
The King’s 1977 Cadillac Seville, his last known car, is back on the market—giving fans a rare chance to own a piece of rock 'n' roll...
Nov 04, 2024
1 in 5 young drivers risk illegal driving by skipping MOTs and tyre replacements
With rising car repair costs, many drivers under 44 are delaying essential maintenance—but is saving now worth the risks and bigger bills...
Nov 04, 2024
Chancellor's £500m pledge for potholes falls short of the £16bn required
Despite a significant cash injection, experts warn that the funding falls dramatically short of what’s needed to address the UK’s...
Oct 31, 2024
Road tax increases: Key updates for car buyers
Starting April 2025, Vehicle Excise Duty (VED) will significantly increase for vehicles emitting more than 75g of CO2 per kilometre, with...
Oct 31, 2024
Autumn budget 2024: What motorists need to know
Key changes for drivers: Fuel duty freeze, new road tax rates, and infrastructure investments explained
Oct 31, 2024
Labour extends 5p fuel duty cut through 2025
Fuel duty freeze and road repair boost: What Rachel Reeves’ budget means for drivers
Oct 30, 2024
Councils cash in: Parking fees hit £1 billion
Parking is turning into a big revenue stream for councils, so drivers should keep an eye on those fees!
Oct 29, 2024
What could the Autumn budget mean for motorists?
Fuel duty, road repairs, and potential changes to road tax: Here’s everything you can expect...
Oct 29, 2024
UK tops global rankings as the safest used car market
A new study has looked at millions of history checks across Europe and the U.S., ranking the markets based on factors like vehicle age,...
Oct 24, 2024
Judge pushes for mandatory cognitive tests for drivers 80 and older
Following a tragic accident involving a 91-year-old driver, a court inquiry recommends cognitive assessments for drivers over 80 to ensure...
Oct 24, 2024
Shocking rise in car crashes when clocks go back—what you need to know to stay safe
Drivers are being warned to stay extra cautious as the clocks go back, with a rise in car accidents expected due to darker streets and...
Oct 23, 2024
Top car sellers in Europe: who led the market in September 2024?
The European car market saw slight improvement in September 2024, but overall sales remain down, with EVs and petrol cars struggling
Oct 23, 2024
Watch out: counterfeit car parts are putting drivers at risk
How fake car parts could be putting you in danger without you even knowing it
Oct 22, 2024
Would you trust Tesla to save a life? A shocking close call raises the question
A Tesla's split-second swerve may have saved a pedestrian—but was it the driver or Full Self-Driving? What would you do in this...
Oct 22, 2024
What the UK’s Graduated Driver’s Licence Scheme might look like
AA proposes new driver rules to save lives and lower insurance for under-21s
Oct 21, 2024
Bigger cars, bigger fees: Bristol plans size-based parking charges
New policy could see drivers of larger, high-emission vehicles paying more to park as Bristol follows in the footsteps of Lambeth and Bath.
Oct 18, 2024
Chancellor plans 7p per litre fuel duty hike after 14-year freeze
A 7p increase in fuel duty would add around £3.85 to the cost of filling up the average family car
Oct 18, 2024
Drivers scammed: black market for driving test slots soars to £200
Third-party sites are reselling driving test slots at inflated prices, leaving learners waiting months and risking identity theft
Oct 17, 2024
New taskforce to tackle on soaring car insurance costs
Government teams up with industry experts to tackle rising premiums, with new initiatives aimed at giving drivers a fairer deal
Oct 17, 2024
Did you know winter tyres can reduce stopping distances by up to 20%?
Why a winter tyre check is essential and how you can spread the costs monthly
Oct 17, 2024