Tag: Motoring mishaps
Drivers could be fined £300 and hit with six points for making simple car changes
Making a change to a car such as tinted windows or changing the colour could result in invalidating your insurance and landing you in legal trouble. Here's what you need to know
Drivers urged to use 'Dutch Reach' technique to avoid dangerous mistake
The Dutch Reach is a simple technique for opening the car door that can significantly reduce the risk of an accident. And failing to do so can result in a hefty fine
'Law is clear' as drivers face £5,000 fine for 'rude' action
Driving through a puddle and splashing pedestrians is not only rude but can also be dangerous - and can land a driver with a huge fine if they're caught doing it
Law change for all driveways in England update as backing soars
The RAC has lashed out at 'abhorrent behaviour could go unpunished'
Petrol pro reveals how much fuel you really have left when warning light appears
All motorists have experienced driving on the motorway, miles away from the next services, and suddenly the fuel light turns on at least once
Brits could pay £975 more for car insurance over two-letter title difference
Shocking new data from top comparison sites has uncovered an interesting pattern that could mean Brits are hit with a hefty premium when purchasing their car insurance
Drivers could be hit with a £100 fine for not knowing common motorway rule
Motoring experts are urging drivers to be aware of the rules of the road as police are cracking down on a common driving offence that is committed on motorways every day
Drivers issued pedestrian warning as little-known rule risks £100 fines
UK motorists have been warned over a strict three-year-old Highway rule that still seems to be catching out swathes of unaware Brits, and could result in a hefty penalty
Driving expert's three simple steps to master bay parking perfectly every time
Even the most experienced drivers can find it difficult to get their vehicle into a challenging parking spot. But now with this latest tip, you can master it with just three tips
DVLA issues fresh alert to drivers over simple changes that require immediate action
The DVLA has reminded motorists to update their address details if they've moved house - and it's quick and easy to do online. Here's what you need to know
Full list of cars ranked the cheapest to keep on the road with 3 common brands named
With Brits being stung by maintenance costs averaging out at a whopping £756.45 every year, experts have urged drivers to opt for these five trustworthy models which are cheap to fix and maintain
Major car brand issues 'stop drive' recall warning following deadly fault
If your car is one of the models subject to the 'stop-drive' recall, it can not be legally driven under any circumstances until the issue is fixed and verified by the manufacturer
Brits who charge EVs at home urged to act now following major announcement
Major changes that came into effect across the nation earlier this week mean more than a million drivers in the UK might be paying significantly more than they need to — unless they take action now
Drivers told to urgently remove six items from the car before Sunday
Brits are being urged to check for six items commonly found in cars that could wind up putting you, your vehicle and other road users in danger if they're not removed this weekend
Driving instructor 'wishes she knew' two things before buying electric car
A driving instructor has issued a warning to other motorists after admitting there were a number of aspects of electric vehicles she was unaware of prior to purchasing her first