Tag: driving laws
Drivers warned of 5 unexpected hazards that could see motorists receive £5k fine
Five hazards could affect road users on Saturday and Sunday with temperatures set to rise this weekend.
DVLA number plate rule millions of drivers need to know
The DVLA has issued an important number plate message to millions of road users across the UK.
New July 2025 rule could see price cuts for these used cars
EXCLUSIVE: Motorists could notice price cuts on these second-hand cars due to a brand new rule introduced this July.
DVLA may ‘ban’ drivers on any of three common medications
Motorists could be "banned" from the road if they take any of these medications before getting behind the wheel.
Major road law change 2026 planned with key details released in DfT consultation
The Department for Transport (DfT) has urged motorists to have their say on the future of self-driving vehicles.
New motoring laws as self-driving cars hit UK roads in months
Driverless cars are set to hit the road in 2026 with new rules being considered by experts.
UK drivers face £100 fine for sunglasses mistake in cars
A little-known driving rule can land motorists a £100 fine and points on their licence.
What your car maintenance habits say about you, according to behavioural experts
A study of 2,000 motorists found two fifths have strict rules for passengers, such as no smoking, no putting feet on the dashboard, and no littering
Brits warned over little-known European driving law that could result in £1,980 fine
While the EU has many consistent regulations across the bloc, there are still differences that can catch tourists completely off guard.
Six legal reasons why you don't have to insure a car
Driving without insurance is illegal and can result in a £300 fine, six penalty points and even the police seizing your vehicle
New rule for every motorist without a driveway could save these drivers £1,500
Road users living in flats and apartments without access to a driveway could save thousands under a new motoring rule.
UK drivers heading to Europe warned over hefty fines if they break 1 crucial law
Motorists heading to Europe on holiday could be slapped with hefty fines for breaking one of the most important rules on the road
New UK car rule affecting every driveway in Britain started this summer
Motorists may be unaware of a major update to UK driveway rules which came into effect earlier in 2025.
Drivers urged 'act now' before August 1 deadline
A new legal requirement will come into force on August 1 for certain drivers.
I drove 242 miles to UK seaside town in an electric car – and it was hell
We've got a long way to go until we're all driving electric cars - and let's just say, the UK's charging network has a lot to improve on before that happens