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Friday, December 26, 2025

Expert Shares: Essential New Driver Tips You Need to Know…

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Passing your driving test is an exciting time for any new driver, but it's easy to forget all the essential steps that are required...

New study reveals the cheapest U.K. cities to own a car 

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Durham is the cheapest U.K. city to own a car, followed by Stoke on Trent, Inverness and Lancaster.   Westminster, London, Brighton & Hove and Winchester...

UK’s Rudest Road Trip 

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Drivers looking for a laugh have been told how to take the UK's rudest road trip while enjoying the finer Spring driving weather. From Backside...

Motorists urged to check their tyres else risk £10,000 fines

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Drivers are being warned to check their tyres are legally roadworthy else risk a fine of up to £10,000 and 12 penalty points. Motoring experts...

EXPERT COMMENT – EASTER BANK HOLIDAY TRAFFIC

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In the run-up to the Easter holidays, it is expected that we’ll see more cars on the road as many travel for UK getaways...

MOTORISTS WARNED NOT TO BOLT AT HIGHWAY CODE CHANGES

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Lack of Caution Around Horses Could See Drivers Face Huge Penalties With the number of horses on the road set to rise as we enter...

Undercover speed camera vans could be rolled out across the UK

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Motorists are being urged to stick to speed limits as UK police forces continue trials of unmarked speed camera vans. Speed awareness technology providers, Road Angel,...

Belt up! Parents warned to ensure little ones are safely tethered...

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Parents have been told to ensure their toddlers and young children wear seatbelts when travelling in the back seat of their cars. Road safety technology...

THE 12 COUNCILS WITH NEW POWERS TO FINE MOTORISTS REVEALED

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Durham and Luton among the first councils in England now allowed to issue fines for moving traffic offences ●       New rules allow local authorities in England...

The cost of the most common MOT failures

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A recent study from Moneyboat has looked to reveal the cost of the most common MOT failures Nearly 20% of MOT failures are due to...

EXPERT COMMENT – CHALLENGING A PARKING FINE

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News reveals that the number of parking tickets issued by private companies is on the rise. In response, Louise Thomas, Confused.com car insurance expert, comments: “Just like many...

Unusual road signs could cause severe penalties if ignored

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Mysterious road signs across the UK could land drivers with hefty penalties if they are misunderstood.  Motoring experts at Quotezone.co.uk have identified seven strange road signs which...

Drivers could face massive fines for misunderstanding road rules

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Motorists have been urged to understand five common car-based misconceptions to avoid facing penalties.  Although technically legal, there are many everyday driving habits which could...

Drivers told to increase speed cam knowledge 

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Motorists have been told to become familiar with the various types of speed cameras used in Britain after official figures revealed more than half...

Drivers could face massive fines for misunderstanding road rules

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Motorists have been urged to understand five common car-based misconceptions to avoid facing penalties.  Although technically legal, there are many everyday driving habits which could...

Driving test examiners to strike this week – but learners facing...

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Driving Test Backlog - Learners waiting up-to six months ahead of strikes this week Learner drivers are being warned over long-lasting delays for driving tests,...

Drivers warned to check number plate is legal or risk a...

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Motorists are being told to make important checks on their number plates to check they are legal, ahead of the new licence plate launch...

UK’s most congested cities revealed

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The most congested cities in the UK have been revealed with some drivers spending almost 40 minutes to travel just six miles. Car rental experts at...

Snow: Driving Safely with RoSPA

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Protect your life and keep safe on the road in snow - The Royal Society for the Prevention of Accidents As snow falls across most...

Stopping distances 10 times greater in snow and ice motorists warned

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Drivers have been warned that stopping distances will be up to 10 times greater during this week's arctic weather posing a serious threat to...

Snow disruption on travel 

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With reports of a cold and snow spell set to cause disruption across the UK this week, Richard Evans, head of technical services at webuyanycar comments: “Adverse...

Flashing, Splashing and Swearing – 5 surprising ways to incur driving...

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Drivers are being warned about some of the lesser-known driving laws which can result in hefty fines and penalty points. Leading car insurance price comparison...

Road Racers Beware

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Government to eradicate nuisance drivers with new noise pollution scheme Motoring groups are eagerly awaiting the outcome of a government trial to combat noise pollution...

EXPERT COMMENT: DVLA issues £1,000 warning to anyone who passed driving...

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The DVLA are warning all who passed their driving test before 2014 that it’s time to renew their driving licence, and if they don’t,...

The eight surprising reasons why learners are failing their driving tests

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Learners have been told the eight most surprising reasons why they could fail the driving test, as the latest data shows less than half...

Eight things you probably didn’t know about seatbelt laws

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Taxi drivers are being urged to brush up on their understanding of seatbelt laws, else risk receiving a hefty fine and penalty points. Motoring experts...

Size really does matter for UK’s 268,000 HGV drivers

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Drivers of large vehicles are being warned that failure to plan routes to avoid low bridges may result in serious dangerous driving charges. Motor safety...

Delaying MoTs could mean 225,000 unsafe vehicles on the road

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There is currently a consultation taking place to review the potential extension of the first MOT test from three to four years, Richard Evans, head of technical services...

Vehicle Tracking: What It Is And How It Works

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A vehicle tracker is a device fitted into a vehicle to track the activities of the car. It's used to collect data about a...

Driving Test Backlog – Learners Waiting Up-to Six Months

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Learner drivers are being warned over long-lasting delays for driving tests, with thousands having to wait over six months for a space. Motoring experts at Quotezone.co.uk have...

Eight most romantic drives in the UK

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Loved-up couples can plan a Valentine's Day getaway that doesn't break the bank after experts named the eight most romantic drives in Britain. Motoring experts...

Have your say on introducing default 20mph speed limits in Carmarthenshire

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In September 2023, new Welsh Government legislation will introduce a default 20mph speed limit on restricted (street lit) roads across Wales in place of...

EXPERT COMMENT – COST OF SPEEDING FINES AND MAINTAINING SPEED CAMERAS

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News today reveals that £28.7 million has been spent maintaining speed cameras on our roads over the last 5 years. But news reveals that...

New data reveals Dyfed-Powys drivers are some of the speediest in...

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Lincolnshire has the highest number of speeding offences in England and Wales each year, with 5.43 offences per 1,000 residents  South Wales and North Yorkshire...

MOT? More like DIY – Drivers Urged to Maintain Cars Themselves

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Motorists have been told to maintain their vehicles if proposed changes to MOTs come into force. Experts from Quotezone.co.uk have warned drivers to ensure their vehicles are...

Driving Test Backlog – Learners Waiting Up-to Six Months

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Learner drivers are being warned over long-lasting delays for driving tests, with thousands having to wait over six months for a space. Motoring experts at Quotezone.co.uk have...

7 common car insurance myths – debunked 

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Car insurance can be overwhelming if a driver doesn't know much about it. There are also a lot of common misconceptions when it comes...

New campaign to allow busy parents into bus lanes

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Five Easy Hacks to Prevent Condensation and Mould Open all curtains and blinds when you get up in the morning. Condensation is more likely when there...

The top 10 reasons why learners are failing their driving test

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Learner drivers have been told the top 10 most common reasons for failing the driving test as more than half slip up on simple...

COLD SNAP: One in four motorists admit to leaving their vehicle...

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One in four UK motorists admit to leaving their cars unattended. Age groups 25-34-year-olds (36%) are most likely to leave cars unattended. 30% of Londoners leave...

Belt up pups or face up to £5,000 and 9 penalty...

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Motorists are being warned to take precautions when travelling with their dog in order to avoid accidents and large penalties. Experts from Quotezone.co.uk have urged pet owners...

EXPERT COMMENT – MOTs LAWS TO BE CHANGED

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News today reveals that the Department for Transport (DfT) might be changing the frequency of MOT services. The DfT plans to delay the date new...

Cost of living crisis: How to make your petrol last longer

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Revealed: 10 ways to improve your car’s fuel efficiency Insurance experts A-Plan Insurance take you through 10 top tips. 1. Watch your speed to reduce fuel consumption The RAC...

ZAPME’s revolutionary approach to recharging electric vehicles

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Energy as a Service: ZAPME's revolutionary approach to recharging electric vehicles There are now more than 660,000 electric cars registered in the UK. In December 2022...

UK’s Worsening Pothole Problem a Serious Safety Risk to Cyclists

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Cyclists are being warned about the worsening condition of roads across the UK – with data showing 21% of cyclists are involved in an...

Cost of Living: Expert reveals how learner drivers can keep the...

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The average learner driver needs around 45 driving lessons to pass their driving test. With a lesson costing approximately £30 in 2023, learner drivers...

Road Racers Beware: Government to eradicate nuisance drivers with new noise...

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Motoring groups are eagerly awaiting the outcome of a government trial to combat noise pollution across Britain. The government is looking to increase fines for...

Tracker’s Monthly Stolen Vehicle Recovery Infographic – December 2022

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About Tracker Network (UK) Limited        Tracker Network (UK) Limited, a wholly owned subsidiary of CalAmp, has been leading the way in the field of stolen vehicle...

Motorists warned over stopping distances in the wet

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Drivers have been warned that stopping distances will be at least double during the wettest months of the year posing a serious threat to...

Driving in the rain: Avoid £1000 fine!

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Driving in heavy rain: Only half of Brits reduce speed in heavy rainfall  25 million drivers don't slow down in wet conditions  ·        1 in 8...
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