Owning a car, while liberating, can be stressful and sometimes costly. There’s a need for you to keep on top of your car finance payments, maintenance and repairs, the increasing costs of fuel, and adhering to the many laws of the road. If that wasn’t enough, there is also the risk that criminals may target …
New research has shown the most common causes for MOT failures in the UK, with some unexpected features making the top ten. Insurance broker One Sure Insurance analysed the DVLA’s MOT database to find the most common causes of MOT failure among Class 4 vehicles (Cars, vans, motorhomes, and other smaller commercial vehicles). Taking first …
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The DIA has teamed up with RoadSafe to launch a one-stop website that offers simple-to-follow resources highlighting the different types of driver-assistance technology on vehicles. ADAS – Advanced Driver Assistance Systems – are developed to automate, adapt, and enhance vehicle technology for safety and better driving. ADAS was introduced to vehicles back in the 1970s …
New online hub launches to educate drivers on Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS) Read More »
The AA is significantly expanding its driving school tuition fleet to include multiple manufacturers, models and engine types. 15 new vehicles are now available to driving instructors across both driving schools owned by the AA (AA Driving School and BSM), including 2 new electric and two new hybrid options. The move means franchised AA and …
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From Friday 19 May ambulances, police and fire vehicles across the capital will have access to bus lanes on London’s main arterial roads while on duty, even when not dealing with an emergency. This follows a successful trial with Guy’s and St Thomas’ Foundation Trust that saw fewer missed appointments, and no negative impact on …
Drivers have been warned about a common paperwork error that might result in them losing money. In essence, you are entitled to a road tax rebate when you sell a car, but you must first update your log book (V5C) in order to do so. You will have to pay road tax on a car …
You could miss out on money owed if you make this common mistake, warns DVLA Read More »
The National Associations Strategic Partnership (NASP) has shared an update on their recent joint quarterly meeting with the Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA). The meeting brought together senior members from both organisations and focused on important topics such as driver recovery, policy updates, and driver training. NASP has now published a report summarising the …
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From 83 percent in 2020 to 78 percent in 2023, fewer major roads have a 70-mph speed restriction. In order to meet net-zero air pollution targets for 2050, many local authorities are cutting speed limits. The research revealed that 15 percent of roads managed by National Highways now have a 60 percent speed limit, an …
UK roads embrace lower speed limits in pursuit of cleaner air and safer roads Read More »
DVSA’s official publisher’s, The Stationery Office (TSO), has launched a new multiuser tool to help organisations that deliver theory test training to drivers and riders. TSO ran some webinars to demonstrate the tool in April and May and due to high demand additional dates have been released. The free sessions are a chance to see …
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In Scotland, the first self-driving bus service in the UK has begun transporting people over the renowned bridge over the Firth of Forth. Five full-size Alexander Dennis Enviro200AV buses will cross the bridge using autonomous driving technology as they transport up to 10,000 passengers per week between the Ferrytoll Park & Ride in Fife and …
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