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Police stop M6 driver and can't believe their eyes when they check vehicle history
M6
The car was seized after the motorist was pulled over on the M6
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Simple driving hack guarantees you'll always hit a green light
TikTok
Ensuring a steady and consistent pace at the speed limit should mean motorists avoid hitting red lights when travelling through junctions, according to the social media channel
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Drivers warned using camera in car could land them with £200 fine
Midlands traffic and travel
Road trips can make great vlogging content however drivers must ensure it's done hands-free and they're in full control of the vehicle
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Expert warns of 'serious implications' for those attempting to bypass 'mandatory' speed limiter ahead of summer rollout
European Union
An EU rule shake-up means cars could be fitted with mandatory speed limiters this summer
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DVSA warns motorists of change coming into force next month
Midlands traffic and travel
New application forms are being introduced for individual vehicle approval
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Dozens of Midlands drivers hit with speeding fines in 20mph zones
West Midlands Police
Drivers were issued with penalty notices after falling foul of the rules
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Half of drivers would fail theory tests if they took them now - can you answer these five tough questions?
Motoring
Research finds many drivers aren't clued up on the Highway Code
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Drivers warned playing this innocent game in car could result in £1,000 fine
Midlands traffic and travel
I Spy is a popular game played by many people to pass the time whilst driving on holiday, but drivers have been warned not to take part or risk a £1,000 fine
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£5,000 warning to everyone who wears sunglasses while driving
UK News
Motorists warned to make sure they know the rules about sunglasses and driving
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Drivers urged to avoid triple car insurance hike by following nine rules
Your Money
Experts have explained why car insurance costs are so high and what to do about it as some report their new quotes have doubled or tripled since last time
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Residents in these two areas told they are most likely to have their cars stolen
Crime
List of the worst places for vehicle crime revealed as thieves make residents' lives a misery
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Millions of drivers urged to be ready for new £190 tax bill
Motoring
These car owners are currently exempt from paying road tax but all that is set to change
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Midlands traffic and travel
UK motorists alerted to two-second rule as pothole damage goes up by a third
The RAC says bad road surfaces are one of the leading causes of car breakdowns after it attended nearly 30,000 pothole-related breakdowns last year
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Every driver told the time of day they should never get petrol as fuel prices soar
Fuel Prices
Prices have been creeping up at the forecourts over the last couple of weeks
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Every driver issued with £250 warning as experts say 'worst it has ever been'
Your Money
Thousands more vehicles damaged by nightmare potholes as roads get worse
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I drive on 'controversial' smart motorways and pray daily that I never break down
M6
Smart motorways have proved hugely controversial because they involve the removal of the hard shoulder
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Drivers say new AI motorway cameras 'invade their privacy'
Motoring News
It can detect whether road users are using their phones behind the wheel or travelling without a seatbelt
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Car Reviews
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Honda CRV review: Piling on the practicality in a bigger, better version of the classic formula
Motoring Editor Gareth Butterfield's family members are long-term CR-V fans - can the new version match up to the familiar favourites?
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Range Rover Sport review 2024: Why I think this might be peak Range Rover
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Motoring editor Gareth Butterfield falls for the charms of the latest version of the Range Rover Sport
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Honda Civic Type R review: I go off in search of the perfect road trip - in the perfect car
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Motoring editor Gareth Butterfield heads off to stunning Snowdonia in search of the UK's best driving road
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MG4 EV X Power review: Straight-line silliness from one of the best EVs on the market
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Motoring editor Gareth Butterfield spends a week in MG's bonkers hatchback - but is more power really such a good thing?
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Honda ZR-V review: A practical performer, but pretty pricey
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Motoring editor Gareth Butterfield spends a week in Honda's latest mid-sized SUV
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Traffic & Travel
Midlands traffic and travel
UK drivers warned over £87 charge when they turn up to petrol forecourts in May
Tesco, Asda, Morrisons, Sainsbury's, BP, Texaco, Esso and Shell drivers have been warned to expect a rising cost at the pump as petrol and diesel prices soar.
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DVLA 'removes' drivers' right to drive number of vehicles
Midlands traffic and travel
If you have renewed your licence and drive a larger vehicle you are being implored to "please check your categories" as we head deeper into spring and summer.
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People who have a BBQ told to turn it on for '15 minutes' this weekend
Midlands traffic and travel
As the warmer weather arrives in the UK this weekend, it's time to dust off the barbecue, gather friends and family, and fire up the grill for some outdoor feasting.
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New petrol and diesel rules 'could fail' without government intervention
Midlands traffic and travel
New electric vehicle rules - which include a petrol and diesel ban from 2035 - could fail unless car brands are correctly incentivised, according to reports.
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Drivers can escape £160 parking fine thanks to little known '10 minute' rule
Midlands traffic and travel
Traffic warden Stacey, from London, reckons a trick can get drivers and motorists out of paying fines of up to £160 in the capital city.
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Midlands traffic and travel
DVSA warns motorists of change coming into force next month
New application forms are being introduced for individual vehicle approval
Half of drivers would fail theory tests if they took them now - can you answer these five tough questions?
Motoring
Research finds many drivers aren't clued up on the Highway Code
Drivers warned playing this innocent game in car could result in £1,000 fine
Midlands traffic and travel
I Spy is a popular game played by many people to pass the time whilst driving on holiday, but drivers have been warned not to take part or risk a £1,000 fine
Simple driving hack guarantees you'll always hit a green light
TikTok
Ensuring a steady and consistent pace at the speed limit should mean motorists avoid hitting red lights when travelling through junctions, according to the social media channel
Expert warns of 'serious implications' for those attempting to bypass 'mandatory' speed limiter ahead of summer rollout
European Union
An EU rule shake-up means cars could be fitted with mandatory speed limiters this summer
M6
Police stop M6 driver and can't believe their eyes when they check vehicle history
The car was seized after the motorist was pulled over on the M6
Simple driving hack guarantees you'll always hit a green light
TikTok
Ensuring a steady and consistent pace at the speed limit should mean motorists avoid hitting red lights when travelling through junctions, according to the social media channel
Drivers warned using camera in car could land them with £200 fine
Midlands traffic and travel
Road trips can make great vlogging content however drivers must ensure it's done hands-free and they're in full control of the vehicle
Expert warns of 'serious implications' for those attempting to bypass 'mandatory' speed limiter ahead of summer rollout
European Union
An EU rule shake-up means cars could be fitted with mandatory speed limiters this summer
DVSA warns motorists of change coming into force next month
Midlands traffic and travel
New application forms are being introduced for individual vehicle approval
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Midlands traffic and travel
Drivers in England face £5,000 fine over sunglasses rule in May heatwave
Motorists have been urged to check their sunglasses are legal before driving.
Summer cost of living payments to enter bank accounts - but they're not automatic
DWP
Struggling households will be able to access support this summer
Martin Lewis warns Santander customers 'ditch it' and says 'move money elsewhere'
Martin Lewis
Santander is cutting the rate on its popular easy-access savings account from 5.2% to 4.2% on Monday 20 May.
Teacher's 'life blown apart' in onslaught of hate as false racism claim goes viral
Labour Party
Shared doorbell video triggers onslaught of hate against innocent young teacher
DVLA 'removes' drivers' right to drive number of vehicles
Midlands traffic and travel
If you have renewed your licence and drive a larger vehicle you are being implored to "please check your categories" as we head deeper into spring and summer.
Martin Lewis
Martin Lewis fans get free £200 in bank account due to his 'five bananas' rule
Mr Lewis' bananas trick has landed a bank account holder with a handy windfall amid the Cost of Living crisis after he took the advice from the financial champion.
Martin Lewis issues his 'most lucrative' warning 'ever' and urges 'listen'
Martin Lewis
Mr Lewis, who founded Money Saving Expert, spoke out to his Twitter/X followers on Wednesday night after hosting ITV Good Morning Britain earlier today.
Spain virus kills 'four in 10' and symptoms are 'headaches and mood swings'
Spain travel
Britons in Spain have been issued a warning about a deadly virus that kills "40 per cent" of victims as Crimean Congo haemorrhagic fever is recorded in the European Union holiday hotspot.
Asda drivers warned to 'avoid' petrol forecourts and fill up at Tesco instead
Asda
Drivers who fill up at Asda are being warned by the RAC that the average is now 147.9p, with the lowest 139p and highest 175p - a whopping 36p difference.
British Gas says all UK households should be 'forced' to fit smart meters
British Gas
Chris O’Shea, CEO of Centrica, which is the parent company of British Gas, says mandatory installation programme would cut cost of creating a smart grid amid the Cost of Living crisis.