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£5,000 warning to everyone who wears sunglasses while driving
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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
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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 Midlands areas told they are most likely to have their cars stolen
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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
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These car owners are currently exempt from paying road tax but all that is set to change
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New parking rules to be introduced within months in major crackdown on drivers
DVSA
The new Code of Practice will bring in a range of new rules promising to raise standards and improve consistency for motorists across the country
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Drivers warned about deadline for new emissions rules which could see car tax soar
Motoring
Experts have warned drivers to be aware of changes around emissions rules
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£1,000 fine warning for drivers flying St George's Cross
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The St George's Cross can often be found stuck to cars, especially on game days across the nation
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UK motorists alerted to two-second rule as pothole damage goes up by a third
Midlands traffic and travel
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 prices soar
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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'
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Thousands more vehicles damaged by nightmare potholes as roads get worse
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I drive on 'controversial' smart motorways and pray 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'
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It can detect whether road users are using their phones behind the wheel or travelling without a seatbelt
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DVSA warns hundreds of drivers over speed limit changes
The DVSA has warned drivers to ensure they stick to the correct speed limits when towing
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Expert says UK drivers should stick to buying these eight car brands
Midlands traffic and travel
Some used cars hold their value better than others and one expert says finding a model that combines quality build, brand strength and a strong resale demand is a must
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Highway Code changes could lead to 'mandatory refresher courses'
Motoring News
The Highway Code was updated in 2022 to make roads safer, but an expert has warned that many drivers are still unaware of the changes
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Drivers warned over parking ticket scams causing 'distress'
Motoring News
Parking scams involving fake QR codes, apps and false websites surged last year
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Drivers urged to check 'ignored' car part or risk failing their MOT
Midlands traffic and travel
Car expert says a red flag when filling up can mean something is wrong with this 'overlooked' part
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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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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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Midlands traffic and travel
Drivers demand 'change' to UK roads because '40 per cent' can't access driveway
Research by carmaker Vauxhall found that only 10 per cent of drivers were happy with the number of on-street charging points amid the push for net-zero.
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DVSA issues new 'filling out form' rule and drivers have until June 10
Midlands traffic and travel
Drivers need to apply for Individual Vehicle Approval (IVA) if you’re making or importing a single lorry or a very small number of lorries or goods vehicles.
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Drivers 'mis-sold' diesel cars could be owed payouts but deadline's next week
Midlands traffic and travel
The controversy, which became known as 'Dieselgate' in the mid-noughties, began with a small group but has since grown to include other vehicle manufacturers, including many found on British roads.
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Millions of drivers can get free parking worth £20 over Bank Holiday weekend
Midlands traffic and travel
Dacia is offering £10k worth of parking in a bid to boost adventure for UK drivers and motorists heading out onto the roads this weekend.
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Government announces one-year 'temporary' MOT 'exemption' for some private cars
Midlands traffic and travel
Motorists will now be able to get a one-year exemption from having an MOT certificate as the delays in testing continues to cause disruptions in Northern Ireland.
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Millions of drivers urged to be ready for new £190 tax bill
These car owners are currently exempt from paying road tax but all that is set to change
£1,000 fine warning for drivers flying St George's Cross
Motoring News
The St George's Cross can often be found stuck to cars, especially on game days across the nation
UK News
£5,000 warning to everyone who wears sunglasses while driving
Motorists warned to make sure they know the rules about sunglasses and driving
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
Residents in these two Midlands 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
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
New parking rules to be introduced within months in major crackdown on drivers
DVSA
The new Code of Practice will bring in a range of new rules promising to raise standards and improve consistency for motorists across the country
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HMRC sending brown envelopes to people containing a £3,000 refund
Lily Russell Jones, writing in the Times, explained HMRC has sent her a cheque for £1,940 with a letter that said she had paid too much income tax.
Drivers face having 'mandatory' speed limiter installed in car from July
Midlands traffic and travel
Changes will come into force from July 6 and cars could be fitted with speed limiters that keep tabs on motorists.
Some UK households getting four Cost of Living vouchers worth £75 each in June and July
Your Money
UK households are struggling to keep their heads above water and afloat amid a tough financial period across the whole country.
DWP update on which conditions will no longer qualify for PIP in disability benefits crackdown
DWP
Work and Pensions Secretary Mel Stride said the proposals aimed at providing a "fair and compassionate" system with "bespoke" support.
Octopus Energy sends £178 message to millions of customers
Energy
Reminder sent out to customers as the weather starts to get warmer
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Cadbury fans rave over new chocolate so good it is 'like heaven' spotted at B&M
Cadbury
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Tesco shoppers issued urgent warning over major Clubcard change
Tesco
Customers have been reminded that a deadline is approaching
Tributes paid following death of ex Lord Mayor of Birmingham who 'taught by example'
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MP Tahir Ali said the death of Chaudhry Rashid 'will be felt by many across Birmingham'
BBC star says 'I'll be honest' as he speaks out over 'most horrific' scam that cost life savings
BBC
BBC presenter Peter Levy has warned listeners to stay vigilant after he was scammed