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Sharing the latest news, views and top driving tips
31st May 2022
Got any plans for the Platinum Jubilee weekend? According to RAC Breakdown, an estimated 19.5 million trips will be made over the long weekend, creating heavy […]
26th May 2022
What’s your go-to car brand? Online auction specialist BPI set out to name the UK’s 10 most popular car brands. Here’s the results… The UK’s favourite […]
24th May 2022
Does driving on unlit roads at night fill you with dread? Ford’s new headlight technology could be your saviour. Using GPS tracking data to predict bends […]
20th May 2022
From increased fuel prices to soaring household bills, the high cost of living is impacting many in at least one way or another. To save money, […]
19th May 2022
Ever heard your car making weird noises but not sure what it means? Even though you might just want to ignore the problem, it’s better for […]
13th May 2022
Do you know how to check your tyre pressures? Or what to do if a dashboard warning light comes on? A new quiz tests whether you’re […]
10th May 2022
What do experts think of the government’s idea to double the MOT test interval to every two years? According to fleet manages and industry experts, it’s […]
6th May 2022
It seems making the most of summer might be easier said than done this year. The increased cost of living combined with high fuel prices is […]
4th May 2022
Have you ever been irritated by an exhaust? Angered by the sound of an engine? Your prayers may be answered by a plan, announced by the […]
29th April 2022
3… 2… 1. That’s exactly how much time it should take to react to a green light, according to almost half of drivers. If you take […]
27th April 2022
What does your choice of car say about your personality? Are you loud, quiet or family-orientated? According to a recent poll, nearly half of drivers think […]
21st April 2022
Need to catch up on your favourite TV show? If you’re the owner of a self-driving car, you might not have to wait until you get […]
19th April 2022
Does hay fever cause you an itchy throat and watery eyes? If so, you could be at risk of a motoring offence carrying a £1,000 fine. […]
14th April 2022
It’s good news for Hyundai… Their first all-electric vehicle, the Hyundai Ioniq 5, has been awarded the prestigious World Car of the Year award by the […]
13th April 2022
Got a trip planned this Easter weekend? You’re not the only one… According to the RAC, this Easter weekend will be the busiest for at least […]
7th April 2022
Do you think older drivers should have to resit their driving test? According to recent data, nearly one in three drivers believe people should resit their […]
5th April 2022
Are you aware of recent changes to the Highway Code? From pedestrians now having more right of way at junctions, to cyclists being able to ride […]
1st April 2022
What plans have you got in store for summer 2022? A road trip is never a bad idea, but a road trip with breath-taking scenery is […]
29th March 2022
How would you describe the state of your local roads – silky smooth or bumpy and hazardous? You’re not alone if you answered the latter. In […]
24th March 2022
Spring has sprung and the days are getting warmer, which means it’s time to make sure you’re giving your car some TLC. But before you whip […]