Rules of the Road

27th November 2018

Drivers hit by 18,000 parking fines a day — but new laws could change that…

Private parking firms are dishing out private parking fines left, right and centre, so if you’ve landed a ticket recently you definitely weren’t the only one, […]
23rd November 2018

Motorists warned about driving other people’s cars

Have you ever jumped behind the wheel of your friend’s car? Maybe you wanted to quickly nip down to the shops to pick up supplies? Or […]
22nd November 2018

The top driving distractions to watch out for

As much as we wish we didn’t, we all find ourselves getting distracted behind the wheel from time to time. But what are the common causes […]
21st November 2018

Drink driving laws: The ultimate guide

The Christmas party season is almost here and for many of us that means spending time with family and friends — eating, drinking and being merry. […]
9th November 2018

Has a parking fine got you all confused?

Have you ever thought you’d found a great parking space only to return a couple of hours later to find a yellow parking fine stuck to […]
31st October 2018

11,000 motorists still driving after evading ban

Drivers with over 50 penalty points on their licence are still on the roads after taking advantage of a loophole in the system, shocking new figures […]
26th October 2018

Loose animals could see pet owners fined

Do you pop your pooch in the passenger footwell when you take them out for a drive? Or maybe you let them ride shotgun so they […]
15th October 2018

Short-sighted learners failing tests before they’ve begun

After recent announcements about drivers who are unable to read a licence plate from 20 metres risk losing their licence, it’s been reported that thousands of […]
12th October 2018

10 of the most common driving laws broken in the UK

Driving offences are common and their punishments can range from on-the-spot fines and a penalty points on your licence to hefty fines and jail time. We […]
8th October 2018

The UK’s speeding hotspots revealed

A new study has revealed the UK’s speeding ticket hotspots — and if you drive in Avon and Somerset you should be keeping an even closer […]
1st October 2018

Tired drivers face blood test crackdown

Late nights, early mornings, the day-to-day stresses of life – there are a number of reasons we can start to feel a little tired behind the […]
17th September 2018

Should drivers’ phones be seized and destroyed?

The vast majority of UK drivers think police officers should be able to destroy the phones of motorists caught using them while driving. The AA survey* […]
24th August 2018

Drink-driving casualties hit highest level in years

The number of people killed or injured in drink-driving related crashes has hit its highest level since 2012. Data from the Department of Transport shows that […]
30th July 2018

Crash for cash’ fears drive surge in dashcam use

‘Crash for cash’ fraudsters, who stage accidents to make insurance claims, are becoming a worry for growing numbers of motorists. That’s the conclusion of a new […]
25th July 2018

8-year-olds among drivers caught speeding on UK roads

Shocking new statistics show that eight-year-old children are among the drivers caught speeding over the last 18 months. The frightening numbers from the Drivers and Vehicle […]
16th July 2018

Record number of drivers are anti-mobile

A new survey has shown that seven in 10 UK motorists are against using a mobile phone when driving — a record high. The annual British […]
6th July 2018

5 summer driving myths debunked

Summer’s well and truly in swing and many of us are enjoying the high temperatures by taking to the roads and heading off on a sunny […]
25th May 2018

Beat the confusion of traffic cameras

You shouldn’t be speeding, but even if you’re driving at a leisurely pace, it doesn’t take more than the flicker of yellow in your peripheral vision […]
8th May 2018

Passing your MOT is getting harder, will your car pass?

The annual road worthiness test for vehicles is having a major overhaul this month, and it could mean it’s more difficult to pass. Here’s a look […]
25th April 2018

A handy guide to motorway driving in 2018

The warmer weather and upcoming school holidays mean one thing – road trip season is upon us. Whether you’re heading out on a day trip or […]