Tag: Motoring mishaps
All UK drivers packing car up for a holiday issued urgent £300 fine warning
In the case of an accident involving an overpacked vehicle, travel experts warn that if a driver is found to be at fault, they could be slapped with a whopping £2,500 fine
Drivers are only just discovering little-known button in cars - it saves on fuel
Motorists have been urged to check their vehicles for a little-known feature that can save on fuel - and keep your car cooler during the impending heatwave slated to swelter the UK this month
UK's full list of most reliable cars ranked and rated but there's one catch
Drivers looking for a reliable used car that may be on the older side have been given a list of reputable brands and models among the best rated
Drivers given £100 fine warning over wearing specific style of footwear
In more serious cases penalties can escalate sharply if improper footwear is deemed to have contributed to an accident — fines up to £5,000, nine points on your licence, or even a driving ban
UK Blue Badge holders issued 'never assume' warning over parking in 7 places
Although the Blue Badge scheme does provide parking concessions to help disabled people get closer to their destinations, it doesn't permit them right to park anywhere
'I drove my electric car 530-miles across UK and one thing became clear'
EV driver Niomi detailed her long 530-mile trip and was full of praise as she revealed exactly how much she saved and how the experience differed from a standard fuelled car
Old car model rated most reliable by UK drivers and it's not a Ford Fiesta
Long considered a steady staple of British roads, the Ford Fiesta doesn't even feature in Which?'s list of the top 10 most reliable cars
UK drivers warned dashboard lights you must know about and when to call mechanic
You should never ignore warning lights on your dashboard — while some may allow you to drive short distances to seek help, others require you to stop immediately and call for professional assistance
Drivers warned over 3 exact mileage displays on the dashboard and what they mean
Recommended service intervals are designed to maintain your vehicle's safety and reliability, preventing costly repairs and breakdowns, while also preserving your warranty coverage
DVSA penalty changes come into force tomorrow - offences that could lead to a roadside fine
The DVSA is changing the company which allows it to take payments for roadside fines on Wednesday, May 28 - meaning it could be easier than ever to pay your fine
Huge DVSA change puts a stop to one major manoeuvre on driving tests
As the landscape of vehicle safety has changed dramatically over the past 90 years, one dreaded aspect of UK driving tests looks like it's being practically phased out
Drivers urged to stop buying second-hand tyres as huge call is made
Consumer safety charity TyreSafe have found that 94 percent of second-hand tyres were being sold illegally, with over 60 percent considered dangerous - here's everything you need to know
