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Pressure mounts on Government to introduce mandatory eye tests for drivers over 70
The Association of Optometrists wants the UK's system changed so that drivers must undergo routine eye tests to ensure fitness to drive, as evidence mounts that lives are put at risk.
Car part thieves' new target: Catalytic converter thefts are no longer rampant as criminals shift to this item
During epidemic levels seen in 2021, over 7,000 motors were targeted for their catalytic converters and the precious metals they contained.
Women are being put off cycling because of drivers overtaking too closely, campaigners say
Glow rides will be taking place on the evening of 22 October to raise awareness of improving safety standards for women.
Eco campaigners turn on GREEN cars calling the electrified vehicles 'one of the biggest cons in history'
Think tank Transport & Environment said these electrified cars are not only more polluting than manufacturers claim, they're also a lot pricier to run than a fully-fledged EV.
Best used cars on a budget: The most reliable older models that cost from as little as £3,000 today
For those on particularly tight budgets, these 12 models are their best options in terms of avoiding breakdowns and costly repair bills... in theory.
Drivers of larger cars face higher parking fees in Labour council's crackdown on motorists
Labour council chiefs in Cardiff have announced higher fees for motorists with sports utility vehicles such as Land Rovers.
Cost of a car MOT could be hiked as Government agrees to review £54.85 price cap
On Thursday, the Independent Garage Association confirmed that the DfT will now undertake a review of the MOT test fee and will 'consult with stakeholders later this year'.
The outrageous reason why millions of victims of the car finance scandal may be unable to claim payouts
Millions of car loan customers unwittingly paid commission to car dealership salesmen through higher interest borrowing charges.
Vintage E-Type Jaguar that Rowan Atkinson smashed up in Netflix show Man vs Bee goes up for auction
The Mr Bean actor, 70, is a well-known car enthusiast who owns a collection of high-performance and luxury cars, but will now part ways with his vintage Jaguar E-Type.
You now have a one in seven chance of purchasing a dud used car as two types of vehicle fraud are RIFE
Analysis of more than 550k UK cars between January and September found that 16.3% showed evidence of one of these two forms of tampering.
Waymo races Uber to bring self-driving taxis to London next year - would you dare ride in one?
Waymo, the famous US self-driving ride-hailing has announced it will come to London in 2026. The autonomous vehicles are already serving hundreds of thousands of users each week in America.
Dartford Crossing delays INCREASED after ministers hiked charges by 40% to 'manage traffic'
On 1 September, the one-off Dart Charge payment for car drivers was increased from £2.50 to £3.50 to reduce journey times, according to the DfT.
Carmakers 'would rather cheat than follow the law' over emissions, High Court told as largest class action in English history kicks off
Over 1.6 million motorists are taking legal action against more than a dozen manufacturers over claims that several diesel vehicles produced from 2009 onwards contained 'defeat devices'.
Things drivers miss most about motoring in the past - from manual windows to the Little Chef
The one motorists feel most nostalgic about only disappeared from new cars in 2024 when the last model with this feature was removed from showrooms...
High Court 'dieselgate' trial begins as 1.6M motorists take legal action against major carmakers
The claim is the largest of its kind in English history, with the High Court previously told it is believed to be worth at least £6billion.
