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European Roadtrip? What Every UK Motorist Should Know Before Setting Off

Driving through Europe offers the freedom to explore some of the continent's most spectacular destinations, but every country has its own rules of the road. From speed limits, emis...

Best UK Car Shows, Motorsport Events & Festivals for 2026

Britain's motoring calendar is packed with exciting events throughout 2026, offering something for every type of automotive enthusiast. From world-famous motorsport weekends and pr...

Why Today's Cars Are Larger Than Ever Before

A classic Mini, Cortina or Fiat 500 once represented practical everyday motoring, yet beside today's SUVs and electric vehicles they can appear surprisingly compact. So what has dr...

The Rise of Uninsured Driving and the Risks for Responsible Motorists

Accidents involving uninsured drivers can create financial and practical challenges for motorists. Learn how claims are managed and why suitable cover is so important.

Catalytic converter theft, still a concern for motorists

Catalytic converter theft made headlines across the UK in recent years, but it hasn’t disappeared entirely. While reported incidents have dropped from their peak, police and motori...

Government Fuel Finder Scheme makes it easier to compare pump prices

A new government initiative is giving drivers better access to petrol and diesel pricing information, helping motorists find the best value when filling up. The Fuel Finder Scheme...

Drivers Reminded to Verify Insurance Through the Motor Insurance Database

Motorists are being encouraged to confirm their insurance using official databases after police uncovered fraudulent apps capable of displaying fake insurance records. Authoritie...

Are Driverless Cars the Risk? Or Is Human Error the Bigger Problem?

Technology often takes the blame when accidents happen, but the evidence points elsewhere. From distraction to tiredness, human behaviour plays a decisive role in most road collisi...

The UK’s 2026 New Road Safety Strategy

The UK Government has introduced its first national Road Safety Strategy in over a decade, aiming to reduce road deaths and serious injuries by 65% by 2035. With proposals includin...

The UK’s 2026 New Road Safety Strategy

The UK Government has introduced its first national Road Safety Strategy in over a decade, aiming to reduce road deaths and serious injuries by 65% by 2035. With proposals includin...

Practical Advice for Winter Driving

Winter driving risks often peak in late January and February, with black ice, heavy rain, strong winds and potholes catching motorists off guard. This guide shares practical prepar...

What Medical Conditions Need to be Reported to the DVLA

A health diagnosis doesn’t automatically mean giving up driving. Many motorists continue safely with the right treatment, medical guidance and DVLA support. This article explains y...

What Can Invalidate Your Motor Insurance?

Most of us have heard stories about people who have paid their premiums for years yet their insurer has failed to pay out when they needed it most. It's easy to think this is all t...

Five of Britain's most haunting motoring stories

Britain’s roads have inspired eerie legends for generations, from phantom hitchhikers to ghostly vehicles that vanish without a trace. This article explores five of the UK’s most f...

The Rise of Keyless Vehicle Theft

Relay attacks are one of the fastest-growing forms of vehicle theft in the UK, allowing criminals to steal keyless vehicles without forced entry or damage. This guide explains how...

Changes to UK MOT Fees: What does this mean for for UK Motorists?

MOT test fees have been capped since 2010, despite rising costs for garages and workshop compliance. The Department for Transport has now launched a public consultation to review w...

Everyday Driving Mistakes That Can Cost You Points (and Pounds)

Most of us know the obvious rules of the road, don’t speed, don’t drink and drive, always wear your seatbelt. But some everyday slip-ups can still earn you fines or penalty points....