Motoring

Fuel Duty was cut by 5p by then-Chancellor Rishi Sunak in 2023

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Chancellor Rachel Reeves confirms Fuel Duty won't rise next year

Motorist asks DVLA to ban grandma from driving and prevent 'killing someone'

Emma parked in the car park behind Hockley's Co-op store

Emma parked in the car park behind Hockley's Co-op store

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Shopper hit with £70 fine after leaving south Essex car park 42 seconds late

Dropped kerbs are usually found outside houses in the UK but can you park on them?

Dropped kerbs are usually found outside houses in the UK but can you park on them?

Can you park on a dropped kerb? The Highway Code offers advice to drivers

Common mistakes could void your car insurance and leave you open to £2,500 fines

Common mistakes could void your car insurance and leave you open to £2,500 fines

Drivers risking £2,500 fine and voiding their car insurance over common mistake

Furious residents in Westcliff street told 'error' parking permits will be scrapped

Furious residents in Westcliff street told 'error' parking permits will be scrapped

Local government

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Furious residents in Westcliff street told 'error' parking permits will be scrapped

Banning new drivers from having passengers of the same age as them in the car would reduce

Banning new drivers from having passengers of the same age as them in the car would reduce

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New calls to ban thousands of drivers from having passengers in their car

Experts have slammed the potential new hike

Experts have slammed the potential new hike

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Drivers might have to pay £175 to keep their car running from November

The DVLA have warned not following the rules could result in a failed MOT and a £1,000 fine

The DVLA have warned not following the rules could result in a failed MOT and a £1,000 fine

DVLA issues number plate warning to UK drivers - how to avoid £1,000 fines

Here is how to make a claim against the council for pothole damage to your car.

Here is how to make a claim against the council for pothole damage to your car.

How to claim compensation from the council for pothole damage to your car

Potholes are a growing issue across the UK

Potholes are a growing issue across the UK

Only 1 in 5 UK motorists paid compensation for pothole damage to their cars

Steve Gooding, director of motoring research charity the RAC Foundation, said: “Tax incentives that favour wealthier households might stick in the craw

Steve Gooding, director of motoring research charity the RAC Foundation, said: “Tax incentives that favour wealthier households might stick in the craw

Calls to raise tax on petrol and diesel cars in bid to reduce electric car costs

Group - lots of bikers and their rides

Group - lots of bikers and their rides

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Popular Essex bike meet could be cancelled after council dub event a 'liability'

GoCompare offers customers a £250 free excess refund reward when they purchase car insurance.

GoCompare offers customers a £250 free excess refund reward when they purchase car insurance.

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GoCompare car insurance rule is handing drivers back £250 each

The latest figures from the DVLA show that more than 3.6 million motorists currently have a photocard which has expired

The latest figures from the DVLA show that more than 3.6 million motorists currently have a photocard which has expired

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DVLA £1,000 warning to 3.6 million drivers who passed their test before 2015

West Mercia Police's Crime and Community Survey launched

West Mercia Police's Crime and Community Survey launched

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BMW smashes through brick wall outside south Essex home after veering off road

The cameras are linked to UK police databases, so checks on tax and insurance can be made

The cameras are linked to UK police databases, so checks on tax and insurance can be made

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Drivers warned of new 'Big Brother' style AI cameras that can spy inside cars

The DVLA has launched a new service update that allows motorists to tax their vehicle even if they have lost their V5C

The DVLA has launched a new service update that allows motorists to tax their vehicle even if they have lost their V5C

Warning you could be paying too much road tax as DVLA launches new service

The AA has explained that they are continuing to maintain strong security policies and systems.

The AA has explained that they are continuing to maintain strong security policies and systems.

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AA warns 'not to fall' for new 'emergency car kit' scam email- what to look for

372 drivers were caught drink-driving at least four times, including four who were prosecuted on seven occasions

372 drivers were caught drink-driving at least four times, including four who were prosecuted on seven occasions

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Hundreds caught drink-driving at least four times as 'something needs to change'

Revealed: How far learner drivers are travelling for a test in south Essex

Revealed: How far learner drivers are travelling for a test in south Essex

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Revealed: How far learner drivers are travelling for a test in south Essex

RAC fuel spokesman Simon Williams said there is still “scope for further price cuts”

RAC fuel spokesman Simon Williams said there is still “scope for further price cuts”

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'Scope for more price cuts' as fuel prices plummet at fastest rate of the year

Here is how you can jump start you car battery, according to the AA

Here is how you can jump start you car battery, according to the AA

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How to jump start your car using jump leads - everything you need to know

In the worst-case scenario you could face a £1,000 fine if stopped by the police

In the worst-case scenario you could face a £1,000 fine if stopped by the police

Drivers are facing £1,000 fines for this common headlight mistake

The Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA) is encouraging young drivers to read up on the most common reasons motorists fail their driving tests

The Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA) is encouraging young drivers to read up on the most common reasons motorists fail their driving tests

DVSA reveals the top 10 reasons drivers fail their driving test

Failing to update the details on your driving licence can lead to significant fines of up to £1,000 from the DVLA

Failing to update the details on your driving licence can lead to significant fines of up to £1,000 from the DVLA

DVLA £1,000 fine warning to millions of drivers over little known mistake

Wales introduced a 20 mph speed limit in built-up areas earlier this year

Wales introduced a 20 mph speed limit in built-up areas earlier this year

Blanket 20 mph speed limit across the UK could lower car insurance premiums

Consumer watchdog Which? is warning drivers of a “very convincing” new scam which demands payments for unpaid parking fines.

Consumer watchdog Which? is warning drivers of a “very convincing” new scam which demands payments for unpaid parking fines.

Drivers warned of a 'very convincing' new parking ticket scam

These are the common driving mistakes you should avoid on the school run

These are the common driving mistakes you should avoid on the school run

Parents warned they could face £1,000 fines for common school run mistakes

What are your thoughts on the proposed pay-per-mile scheme?

What are your thoughts on the proposed pay-per-mile scheme?

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What is the pay-per-mile scheme? Chancellor urged to impose plans on drivers

As soon as your car hits three years-old, it will need an MOT before its birthday each year

As soon as your car hits three years-old, it will need an MOT before its birthday each year

Millions of drivers at risk of £1,000 MOT fine - how you can avoid it

Jim Harrison with his MR2

Jim Harrison with his MR2

The classic car that’s helped one Essex man remember his late wife

Lucy Shapland with her new BMW

Lucy Shapland with her new BMW

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Essex woman surprised with £43,000 BMW after entering competition for first time

The DVLA have warned not following the rules could result in a failed MOT and a £1,000 fine

The DVLA have warned not following the rules could result in a failed MOT and a £1,000 fine

DVLA issues number plate fine warning ahead of change next week

Do you have any penalty points on your driving licence?

Do you have any penalty points on your driving licence?

Does 3 points on your driving licence affect car insurance? Expert explains

The Ford Fiesta and Fiat Punto are among the first cars disappearing from UK roads

The Ford Fiesta and Fiat Punto are among the first cars disappearing from UK roads

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Is your first car at risk of going extinct? The cars disappearing from UK roads

Drivers would breach section 89 of the Police Act 1997

Drivers would breach section 89 of the Police Act 1997

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Drivers could be fined £1000 for sharing speed trap warnings on Facebook

Drivers warned over QR code parking scams as Westcliff woman hit by fraudsters

Drivers warned over QR code parking scams as Westcliff woman hit by fraudsters

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Drivers warned over QR code parking scams as Westcliff woman hit by fraudsters

Bike boxes are painted on UK roads but what are they and what happens if you stop in one?

Bike boxes are painted on UK roads but what are they and what happens if you stop in one?

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What do bike boxes mean and can you stop in one when driving? What to know

Once you've been caught be a speed camera you'll receive a Notice of Intended Prosecution within 14 days of the offence

Once you've been caught be a speed camera you'll receive a Notice of Intended Prosecution within 14 days of the offence

What happens after you’ve been caught by a speed camera? All you need to know

Dartford Crossing named UK’s highest-earning toll road - here's how much it makes

Dartford Crossing named UK’s highest-earning toll road - here's how much it makes

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Dartford Crossing named UK’s highest-earning toll road - here's how much it makes

We've paired up with the motoring experts at Group 1 Automotive who have identified the most searched questions about our cars.

We've paired up with the motoring experts at Group 1 Automotive who have identified the most searched questions about our cars.

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How you can start your car when it has a dead battery according to motoring expert

Drivers are being encouraged to stop as soon as the pump clicks to a halt for the first time.

Drivers are being encouraged to stop as soon as the pump clicks to a halt for the first time.

The 'little-known' petrol trick you should really know (you could save £500)

Failing to return an expired licence to the DVLA is an offence under the Road Traffic Act 1988 and can be punished with a £1,000 fine

Failing to return an expired licence to the DVLA is an offence under the Road Traffic Act 1988 and can be punished with a £1,000 fine

Drivers over 70 at risk of £1,000 fines or losing their licence, DVLA warns

Bike boxes are painted on UK roads but what are they and what happens if you stop in one?

Bike boxes are painted on UK roads but what are they and what happens if you stop in one?

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What do bike boxes mean and can you stop in one when driving? What to know

The minimum penalty for being caught speeding on the UK's roads is a £100 fine.

The minimum penalty for being caught speeding on the UK's roads is a £100 fine.

Drivers issued warning over commonly believed speed camera myth

You will also face a fixed penalty fine for failing to comply with a red light signal

You will also face a fixed penalty fine for failing to comply with a red light signal

Can speed cameras catch you running a red light? AA experts explain

When was the last time you renewed your Blue Badge?

When was the last time you renewed your Blue Badge?

How long does a Blue Badge last? When you need to apply for a new one

The minimum penalty for speeding is a £100 fine and three penalty points added to your licence.

The minimum penalty for speeding is a £100 fine and three penalty points added to your licence.

Do police cars have speed cameras? Motoring expert reveals the answer

Some drivers might wonder if they could get away with slowing down right before a speed camera

Some drivers might wonder if they could get away with slowing down right before a speed camera

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Can you slow down before a speed camera? Motoring experts explain how it works

UK drivers could be breaking the Highway Code by driving while wearing sunglasses this summer

UK drivers could be breaking the Highway Code by driving while wearing sunglasses this summer

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Drivers warned of £2,500 fines for wearing sunglasses as 32C heatwave hits

If caught speeding, you could be given a driving ban

If caught speeding, you could be given a driving ban

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Do speed cameras flash? Experts explain if drivers can always see it activated

Under the changes, pedestrians and cyclists are now at the top of the hierarchy since they are considered the most at risk of an accident.

Under the changes, pedestrians and cyclists are now at the top of the hierarchy since they are considered the most at risk of an accident.

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Drivers warned to follow 'important rule' or risk £1k fine and 9 licence points

The minimum penalty for speeding is a £100 fine and three penalty points added to your licence.

The minimum penalty for speeding is a £100 fine and three penalty points added to your licence.

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How do you know if a speed camera caught you? Find out if there's a way to check