UK
Citroen woes continue as rare ‘stop-drive’ order is expanded to C4, DS4 and DS5 models
Almost 10,000 additional Citroen owners have found themselves caught up in the brand’s rare ‘stop-drive order’ after its ‘code red’ recall was expanded to include further models.
Weekly Briefing: Why are no cars eligible for the top tier Electric Car Grant?
The Car Dealer Briefing from James Baggott summarises the week’s most important motor trade headlines for you all in one place.
Admiral sets aside £50m to compensate customers who received insufficient settlements
Insurance firm Admiral revealed this week that it has set aside approximately £50m to compensate its customers who didn’t receive a fair settlement payment if their car was written-off or stolen.
Vauxhall Corsa is Auto Trader’s fastest selling used car so far in August
The Vauxhall Corsa is currently the fastest selling car in the UK, according to the latest data from Auto Trader.
Family-run used car dealer to close down as bosses call it a day after 54 years in the motor trade
An historic family-run used car dealer is to close down after the long-standing owners took the decision to retire.
DVLA could fine you hundreds over simple driving licence issue
Driving experts are urging Brits to check their driving licence as they could be hit with a fine of up to £1,000 for breaking a little-known rule
Drivers 'should use 15-min rule' and not start engine during 'peak' times this week
As temperatures across the UK climb into the 30s again this week, most drivers are thinking about keeping cool inside their cars
Drivers must adhere to key nighttime parking rule - or risk 'fine up to £1,000'
Albeit a lesser-known rule, it's put in place to avoid serious mishaps and road accidents.
Couples who've made life change given £1,000 DVLA driving licence alert
A driving licence is more than a simple form of identification, it is a legal document that must accurately reflect a person's current legal name to avoid a fine
New skills needed for driving theory test and when exam will change
The new questions will be rolling out from early 2026, with official guides and learning material already updated
Everything first-time car buyers should keep in mind - from browsing to the final test drive
While purchasing your first car is an exciting endeavour, there are many practical questions and considerations you should have at the top of your mind before signing for the keys
Full list of European countries that recognise UK Blue Badges - but check rules
People planning to use their Blue Badge abroad need to check local guidance before heading off
Avoid parking your car in these three positions during heatwave, expert says
The heat combined with bad parking conditions can cause your tyre to burst or wear prematurely
Could you pass a UK driving theory test in 2025? Try our quiz to find out
People need to pass this test in the UK before taking a practical driving assessment
Driver's roundabout 'loophole' cuts traffic queues but people point out wrong issue
A driver has been slammed for using an "ingenious" method to completely cut out queues on a roundabout, with some people saying it's a "d**k move" while others call it "genius"
New deal sees driverless buses ready to work at UK airport
A £1 million deal will see Teesside Airport introduce autonomous passenger and baggage transport systems from October 2025.
