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I’m a motors expert – and here’s what you should never buy if you want to...

MOTORISTS are being encouraged to brush up on their driving knowledge to help save some cash.Experts at online holiday car rental firm StressFreeCarRental.com believe improved motoring knowledge can...

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How much are speeding fines in the UK?

THE double flash of a speeding camera is every motorists’ worst nightmare.Here’s how the rules around speeding work and how much you can get fined if you are caught breaking the law.Offenders face...

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Can I be fined for taking a photo or video while driving?

WHEN we’re driving, we often pass beautiful sunsets, rolling fields and many other beautiful sights. But can you take a picture when you’re driving? Here’s everything you need to know about using your...

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Is it illegal or dangerous to use a mobile phone at a petrol station?

FILL UP & GO apps now let drivers pay for their fuel without having to leave the car.But just how safe is it to use your phone apps at a petrol station – especially given all the warning posters...

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Why you could have to wait a YEAR for your new car – and how to avoid it

BUYING a new car is a difficult business at present.Even if you’ve decided which one you want, the global supply chain problem and shortage of semiconductors means car manufacturers are having trouble...

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These are the smart used car buys that could make you £1,000s over time

USED cars prices are at record highs, thanks to a shortage of new cars being available.Huge supply chain problems due to the pandemic and a global shortage of semiconductors have increased demand for...

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The tips you need to avoid the May bank holiday traffic – as 17 million cars...

THIS May Day bank holiday will see the most drivers on the roads since 2016.The RAC reckons drivers are set to take an estimated 16.8m separate leisure trips.PABank holiday Monday will be the busiest...

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Car passengers could be fined £2,500 and receive points on their licence this...

CAR passengers are being warned they could be fine if they make a simple mistake this bank holiday weekend.The mistake could lead to a £2,500 fine, 10 points on their licence or even a ban from driving...

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Cheap car hacks that will modernise your old motor and save YOU £1,000s –...

BUYING a new car can be a difficult and lengthy process right now.If you aren’t having to wait for an age for your new car to be built thanks to supply chain and semiconductor issues, you’re having to...

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I’m a driving expert and here’s how you can save up to £40 a month on petrol

A DRIVING expert has revealed how to claw back some much-needed cash as petrol prices continue to rise. And Kevin Booker reckons following his top tips could save you a tidy £500 a year.BBC‘Hypermiler’...

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I’m sharing this photo of my little boy so YOU don’t make deadly car seat...

A MUM has issued an urgent car seat warning after her infant son was left fighting for his life after sustaining a fractured skull in a horrific car crash.Zoe ten Broek and her 10-month-old boy Jaxon...

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How to save money on petrol for your Jubilee Bank Holiday getaway amid fears...

MOTORING experts have revealed some of their top tips to save a small fortune on fuel as fears grow petrol prices could be on the rise again.Consumer champions at Which? have detailed a number of ways...

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Drivers face £2500 fine for following car camping craze – and how to avoid it

DRIVERS are being warned about a potential £2,500 fine if they follow a current TikTok trend.The #carcamping craze now has more than 176 million views on the social media platform, as people look to...

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Airport drop-off fees have DOUBLED since start of the pandemic – here are the...

DRIVERS are being charged twice as much to drop off passengers at most airports since the start of the pandemic.But the study by Money Saving Expert found that in some cases the price hikes are even...

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Drivers face a £1,000 penalty for simply parking their car after dark – and...

DRIVERS should be careful when parking their car at night or face a hefty fine.Failing to comply with the rules set out by the Highway Code could land you a £1,000 fine.AlamyParking facing against the...

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Electric car owners will save almost £1,000 every year by charging at home –...

SWAPPING in your petrol or diesel motor for an EV will save you money on running costs.But once you have an EV, where you charge it will have a huge impact on how much you spend to ‘fill’ it with...

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Drivers have been using car parks all wrong – here’s the right way to do it

DRIVERS have been blown away by this TikTok video that shows how we’ve all been doing it wrong when it comes to parking.bigbruvva_77 uploaded the video which has now been watched by more than 7.2...

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Drivers face £1,000 fine for honking their horn in traffic when they see red...

ANGRY drivers who honk their horn in traffic when they see red with road rage could be slapped with a steep £1,000 fine.A car’s horn is designed to alert or warn another driver of your presence, not...

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Drivers could be hit with £70 fine for common error from next MONTH – here’s...

DRIVERS could be slapped with a whopping £70 fine for a common error from next month.On May 31, councils will be given new powers to fine motorists up to £70 for minor traffic offences.AlamyBrits will...

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Drivers warned of everyday items you should NEVER leave in a hot car

DRIVERS have been warned to prepare for sizzling car journeys by removing dangerous every day items as tempatures soar this summer.While many of us are familiar with how unpleasant hot cars can be,...

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Quiz reveals how well drivers maintain their car – how do you score?

ARE you on top of your car maintenance or are you in for a bumpy ride?A new quiz tests how prepared drivers are for something to go wrong with their motor. AlamyA study of 2,000 drivers found nearly a...

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Every car on my street has been hit with a £50 parking penalty after council...

A MUM was outraged when “every single car” on her street was slapped with £50 parking fines.Tabitha Read, 33, said the sea of yellow tickets caught residents by surprise outside her home in...

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Drivers warned you could be fined for breaking unusual parking rule without...

THIS forgotten rule could land you in a spot of trouble when you’re parking your car at night.Motorists could be slapped with a fixed charge fine of up to £75 if they don’t do this one...

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Heatwave pet warning as dogs die in cars in just 20 mins and even walks can...

DOG deaths in cars could spike as temperatures rise this month, animal experts have warned.Brits should beware of leaving their beloved pups locked in hot cars – even for as little as 20...

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Seven car noises that could cost you thousands to repair if they’re ignored –...

THESE are the seven car noises that could cost you thousands to repair if left too late – here’s what to listen out for.It’s almost second-nature to ignore squeaking under the bonnet but leaving it...

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Drivers can avoid paying road tax and save hundreds of pounds using a...

DRIVERS can avoid paying road tax thanks to a little-known loophole. Opting for a vehicle which runs on petrol or diesel and an electric motor could save you hundreds of pounds – but only if it is from...

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The common mistakes when buying a second-hand car – here’s what to look out for

BUYING a car – new or old – is a big decision, made by thousands of Brits every month.And those who go down the second-hand route have a lot to bear in mind to ensure they’re snapping up exactly the...

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Brits urged to carry out safety checks ahead of possible major change to MOTs...

MOTOR experts have warned Brits to carry out DIY safety checks to their cars – if a major MOT rule changes.Driver may only need to get their vehicle MOT tested every two years – rather than annually –...

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Seven things which could see your car insurance CANCELLED – here’s what to...

MOTOR experts warned drivers to beware of seven sneaky things that could get your car insurance CANCELLED without you realising.Vehicle owners need to be crystal clear about their policy’s terms and...

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I was charged a £39 ‘scam’ fee for dropping off passengers at the airport –...

A FUMING Uber driver has accused an airport of operating a “scam” after he was fined just for doing his job.Faraz Khan, 36, was hammered with a £39 charge by Leeds Bradford Airport for dropping...

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Martin Lewis issues stark warning to Brits heading on holiday this summer –...

MONEY expert Martin Lewis issued a stark warning to holidaymakers before Brits head abroad this half term.Sunseekers and jet setters could be losing hundreds of pounds on this simple mistake.Martin...

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Highway Code warning as drivers told to make these crucial windscreen wiper...

DRIVERS have been warned to make these crucial windscreen wiper checks or risk a £2,500 fine.Your windscreen wipers need to be in a good condition otherwise you can face a hefty penalty according to...

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Learners face waiting until 2023 to book their driving test amid massive DVSA...

LEARNERS face waiting until 2023 to book their driving test meaning thousands of youngsters could miss out on valuable job opportunities thanks to a massive backlog.The horror stalling of tests comes...

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Drivers could face £1,000 fine for HELPING other drivers – here’s how not to...

DRIVERS could find themselves slapped with a hefty £1,000 fine – even when they are helping other road users out with this kind gesture.Motorists have been warned they could be severely out of pocket...

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Driving tests sold for whopping £200 as learners forced to wait for MONTHS to...

UNOFFICIAL queue-jumping sites are selling driving tests for a whopping £200, as learners are forced to wait MONTHS in a massive backlog.Learner drivers are forking out more than double the usual fee...

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We’re furious over roadworks that will last 80 WEEKS – our cars have been...

RESIDENTS have slammed their council as an “utter disgrace” for doing roadworks that will last for 80 weeks.Businesses and homeowners are up in arms at the huge road delays in Crewe, Cheshire.Steve...

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Learner drivers could face ban before they’ve passed if they don’t follow...

LEARNER drivers could face a drive ban before they’ve even passed if they don’t follow an important rule.Many are oblivious that learner drivers can rack up points on their provisional...

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Martin Lewis urges drivers to use simple trick to fill up their car for less

MONEY saving expert Martin Lewis has revealed the top ways you can find the cheapest petrol – and there’s a useful free tool.The tips come amid rocketing fuel prices at the pumps as well as well as...

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The towns with the longest queue for electric car chargers revealed – is...

A LIST of the towns with the longest queues for electric car chargers has been revealed – is yours on it?New research has shown that drivers in Leeds could face a 31-hour wait to recharge their...

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How many minors can you get on a driving test?

DRIVING tests are nerve-wracking and almost half of us fail our practical driving test the first time.Examiners understand that learners are unlikely to be perfect so you can still pass your driving...

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My car has been towed – how do I find it and who do I call?

STRESS and hefty fines come with discovering your car has been towed and many of us panic trying to locate the vehicle.Luckily this process is simple if you know what you’re doing, so here’s who to...

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How you could be fined £1,000 for forgetting common accessory while driving...

THERE’S a little-known rule that could see drivers find as Britain faces another heatwave in the coming days. Forgetting this one accessory could land you in hot water when driving in hot weather– you...

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Drivers could be slapped with a £5,000 fine for checking their WATCH – even...

DRIVERS could be slapped with a £5,000 fine for checking their watch – even if they’re just sitting at a red light. Smartwatches can be just as distracting as a phone, making you a hazard on the UK’s...

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Top tips to stay safe driving in the snow and ice as Met Office releases...

BRITS are being warned to take extreme caution while travelling today as the UK is placed under an amber weather warning for snow.Winter driving often requires even more caution from drivers as the...

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What is AdBlue and can I drive my car without it?

ADBLUE is a fluid designed to limit the number of harmful emissions produced by diesel cars on UK roads.Here, we look at how it works and where it is available.AdBlue pumps are slowly increasing across...

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Driver warning – how you could be fined £100 for having a messy car – here’s...

LEAVING your car in a real state could see you facing a hefty fine.Drivers who let their motor become a bit of a pigsty can jeopardise safety for anyone travelling in the car – and also result in...

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Why are cat’s eyes different colours and what do they mean?

ALL UK drivers will be familiar with the little lights on the roads that guide our way as we drive.But did you know that not only do they guide us, but the different colours also have different...

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What do the warning symbols on my car dashboard mean? 64 motor icons explained

MOTORISTS all over will be able to relate to the horrible feeling you get when a warning light pops up on the dashboard.Some of the symbols you see in the car are pretty straightforward, while others...

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Can I drive if an engine warning light is on?

CARS are fitted with a range of dashboard warning lights that indicate when there might be a problem with your vehicle.It is often possible to drive with your engine management light on, but is it...

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Can I get fined for driving with bald tyres? Tread depth rules explained

DRIVING with bald tyres is not only illegal, it can result in hefty fines and points on your licence.Motorists must ensure their tyres are roadworthy — here’s everything you need to know.Worn tyres...

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