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2nd May 2024
Over half of drivers haven’t read the Highway Code since passing their driving test, despite several recent updates being added to the rule book. 88% of […]
1st May 2024
If you spend a lot of time in your car, it’s probably best to have your essentials with you just in case you need them. Here […]
30th April 2024
More than 16 million car journeys will be made over the course of the early May bank holiday, research from the RAC and transport analytics specialists, […]
25th April 2024
Crucial equipment on smart motorways, including CCTV cameras and signals, has been found to have lost power multiple times recently, leaving drivers at risk. Loss of […]
9th April 2024
The latest Department for Transport figures show that 91 cyclists and 350 motorcyclists were killed on Britain’s Roads in 2022. Now, on the 10th anniversary of […]
4th April 2024
Do you use hands-free technology while driving? While just over half of drivers say they don’t use their phones at all while behind the wheel, the […]
3rd April 2024
Knowing how to look after your car can save you time and money. Here’s some of our tips to help you avoid unnecessary trips to a […]
2nd April 2024
A swathe of mechanics across Britain could be prevented from carrying out MOT tests simply for not completing annual tests. Are MOT testers leaving assessments too […]
28th March 2024
UK car production has increased for six consecutive months thanks, in part, to the gradual transition to electrified vehicles. How many cars are being built? The […]
26th March 2024
If you’re planning on going away for Easter this weekend, make sure you know the best times to hit the road. Good Friday to see 2.6m […]
21st March 2024
Understanding road signs is a vital part of keeping safe on the road. Thats why it’s important to get to know some of the more uncommon […]
20th March 2024
Potholes have become one of the biggest problems on Britain’s roads. If your vehicle has been damaged by potholes, here’s how to claim compensation for the […]
19th March 2024
A Vehicle Excise Duty (VED) update could see drivers hit with ‘significantly higher’ fees this year. What is VED? VED, also called car tax or road […]
12th March 2024
Part of the M25 will be closed for the first time this weekend as National Highways plan to carry out extensive work. When and where will […]
7th March 2024
From fuel duty to national insurance, the Spring Budget covered a few motoring areas, but what do drivers need to know? We’ve got you covered – […]
6th March 2024
Half the fun of a holiday is the road trip you take on your way to your destination. But if you don’t want to hear countless […]
5th March 2024
Did you buy a new car last month? If so, your purchase contributed to the highest February sales the UK’s new car market has seen in […]
29th February 2024
Have you freshened up your knowledge of driving rules recently? More than half of UK drivers are unfamiliar with the latest Highway Code rules, a new […]
27th February 2024
Road maintenance in 2022/23 dropped to the lowest it’s been in five years according to RAC, analysis of the latest government statistics. Just 4% of A […]
15th February 2024
When you see a pothole approaching on the road, do you immediately slam on the brakes? This is a natural reaction for many drivers, as we […]