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28th June 2021
What would your daily commute sound like as a film score? Bentley can show you… Luxury car manufacturer Bentley have partnered with an AI music company […]
24th June 2021
Sick of getting stuck at red lights? It seems new smart traffic lights could be the answer to all your problems – that’s if you’re a […]
22nd June 2021
With many international travel restrictions still in force, it seems we’re set for a second summer of staycations. But how far are you prepared to travel? […]
21st June 2021
The power to charge drivers for minor offences could soon be in the hands of your local council. The Department for Transport (DfT) has confirmed local […]
18th June 2021
We’ve probably all felt a touch sluggish while behind the wheel at some point. But have you ever closed your eyes for an uncomfortable few seconds? […]
10th June 2021
Feeling anxious about returning to the roads after lockdown? You’re not alone. Traffic jams, congestion and incompetent drivers are among some of the biggest anxieties for […]
8th June 2021
Did you know road collisions are the leading cause of death among teenagers? But alarmingly, it seems young motorists may be oblivious to just how dangerous […]
5th June 2021
It appears that easing restrictions may be coming at a cost. Drivers jumping back in their cars this week have been stung by a record-breaking rise […]
3rd June 2021
Clean Air Zones (CAZ) are being steadily rolled out across the UK, but are you prepared? A survey of more than 2,000 drivers suggests around a […]
1st June 2021
Do you love a quick coffee stop on the motorway? A recent survey by Which? has revealed the best service stations up and down the country, […]
30th May 2021
Most of us would be (quite literally) lost nowadays without a map on our smartphone. But could the handy tools also help us stay safe on […]
28th May 2021
With some finally-improved weather expected over the upcoming bank holiday weekend, many of us are looking forward to a break. And with almost 11 million leisure […]
20th May 2021
We’ve all been guilty of stashing away clutter in our car boots, but surely we’d be sure to have a proper clear out before part-exchanging? Well, […]
13th May 2021
What’s your opinion on speed cameras? Well, love them or loathe them, it seems most drivers would be up for seeing more of them, as long […]
11th May 2021
What type of music do you like listening to when you’re behind the wheel? A new study suggests drivers who listen to R&B in the car […]
9th May 2021
The UK car manufacturing industry is back in business. But while rates of vehicle production are enjoying a steady rise as restrictions ease, a motoring body […]
7th May 2021
If a pothole in the road causes a driver to swerve, ending in collision – who’s really to blame? A top motoring lawyer is calling for […]
6th May 2021
Would you feel comfortable giving a family member or friend some driving practice as they prepare for their test? Tests and lessons have now restarted in […]
29th April 2021
The bank holiday weekend is fast approaching and it seems plenty of us are looking forward to hitting the road. Whether you’re planning a day trip […]
27th April 2021
Did you take advantage of the handy six-month MOT exemption period granted at the start of the pandemic? Now a new report suggests the grace period […]