UK
Slash car tax for vehicles hit by April 2026 £760 'tax trap' calls - as thousands scrapped
Support has surged meaning the Treasury must respond over plans for cut Vehicle Excise Duty for vehicles aged 20 to 39 years
Councils ban 20 'too big' vehicles from car parks in 2026 - full list
Some authorities have taken action because the cars are bigger than the bays - others charge bigger vehicles more
AA tells drivers to press 1 button to help cut fuel costs instantly
The AA has shared tips to help motorists reduce their fuel consumption, and cut their petrol bills instantly. You just need to press a simple button that's commonly used by drivers
Optometrist's car mirror tip 'helps drivers struggling with headlight glare'
The RAC spoke to the expert to understand how drivers can help to protect their eyesight and drive safely
All UK drivers urged to 'pay attention' when turning the key this February
One expert has shared the most common cause of winter breakdowns and simple checks that can prevent costly car problems during cold weather.
Drivers alerted as 'important' DVLA change coming in March
Four key changes to driving tests are set to be implemented this spring
Drivers warned they could face £2.5k fine if they make pothole mistake
Car insurance experts are warning motorists about wet weather driving mistakes that could result in hefty fines and penalty points, including one pothole error as well as mistakes people make driving through floods
Toyota extends three-year fixed price insurance offer
Previously due to finish in January 2026, Toyota has made its fixed-price insurance deal available until the end of March.
Used car sales grow for the third year running
Used car sales were up by 2.2 percent in 2025, as 7.8 million secondhand cars changed hands. It marks the third consecutive year of growth.
AA urges all drivers to press 1 button to reduce fuel consumption quickly
The AA (Automobile Association) has urged all drivers to press a simple button if they want to reduce their fuel consumption quickly.
Plan for April 2026 £760 car 'tax trap' cut soars as Mondeo, Golf, Zafira scrapped
50% car tax cuts should be made on cars made between 20 to 39 years as thousands go in the crusher after being hit by massive VED say campaigners
All UK drivers urged to 'pay attention' when they start the car this month
It could save you a lot of hassle and money down the line.
Driveway rule change to affect every homeowner and tenant after ‘uphill battle’
Homeowners and tenants were hit with driveway planning permission updates last year, and more updates are set to follow in 2026.
Petrol and diesel cars made between these years to be ‘worst hit’ by ‘unfair’ £790 tax
Petrol and diesel car tax changes are scheduled to be introduced in a matter of weeks, with owners of certain vehicles more affected.
UK councils ban 20 'too big' vehicles from car parks in 2026 full list including Kia, BMW
At least five UK councils have imposed restrictions on vehicles over five metres in length, effectively banning them from standard car parks - and 20 common models are now affected
Drivers told they could land £2.5k fine if they make 1 pothole error
Car insurance experts are warning motorists about costly wet weather driving mistakes that could result in fines up to £2,500, including a pothole error.
