Motoring

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

Outraged: Steven says he feels

Outraged: Steven says he feels

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Driver feels 'ripped off' as he’s fined £90...despite paying to park at Westgate

Police officers conduct speed checks

Police officers conduct speed checks

Do speeding tickets affect the cost of my car insurance? Motor experts explain

Have you been caught speeding recently?

Have you been caught speeding recently?

What speed triggers a speed camera? Motoring experts explain how they work

Driving offences can result in penalty points being added to your record - here's how long they last on your record

Driving offences can result in penalty points being added to your record - here's how long they last on your record

How long do penalty points stay on your driving record?

The British Metals Recycling Association issued a warning

The British Metals Recycling Association issued a warning

Drivers who've sold car for over £250 could receive £1,000 fine from DVLA

The British Metals Recycling Association issued a warning

The British Metals Recycling Association issued a warning

Drivers who've sold car for over £250 could receive £1,000 fine from DVLA

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?

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

Have you been fined for speeding in a rental car?

Have you been fined for speeding in a rental car?

What happens when you get a fine in a rental car? Experts explain what to expect

Failing to return an expired licence to the Driver and Vehicle Licensing Agency (DVLA) is an offence and can land you a £1,000 fine

Failing to return an expired licence to the Driver and Vehicle Licensing Agency (DVLA) is an offence and can land you a £1,000 fine

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Millions of drivers who passed test before 2015 risking £1,000 fine, DVLA warns

Will travelling around the M25 get you a ULEZ charge? Here's all we know

Will travelling around the M25 get you a ULEZ charge? Here's all we know

Does travelling around the M25 get you a ULEZ charge? Here's all we know

There are lots of issues surrounding where exactly you are allowed to park your car (PA)

There are lots of issues surrounding where exactly you are allowed to park your car (PA)

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What are the rules about someone parking in front of your house and is it illegal?

These are the rules for mobile speed cameras in the UK

These are the rules for mobile speed cameras in the UK

Can handheld speed cameras pull you over? How they are used by the police

There are now around 7000 cameras around the UK's road network

There are now around 7000 cameras around the UK's road network

Do speed cameras have to be painted yellow and must they be visible?

Reborn: The couple are looking to show off their new truck at classic car shows.

Reborn: The couple are looking to show off their new truck at classic car shows.

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Lovingly restored 1937 fire truck set to hit streets of Southend this summer

The expert at Independent Advisor Car Insurance, Connor Campbell, has explained that there is legally no maximum age limit for car insurance as long as you’re still fit and healthy enough to drive.

The expert at Independent Advisor Car Insurance, Connor Campbell, has explained that there is legally no maximum age limit for car insurance as long as you’re still fit and healthy enough to drive.

'Stark' warning to elderly drivers as car insurance soars by up to an extra £600

Any cars that are made in the UK and sold in Europe also need them.

Any cars that are made in the UK and sold in Europe also need them.

New speed limit law that will 'change how we drive' to come in this weekend

There is a current 12-week wait for applications to be processed.

There is a current 12-week wait for applications to be processed.

Warning for Blue Badge users 'as driver or passengers' given 10-week notice

There are now around 7000 cameras around the UK's road network

There are now around 7000 cameras around the UK's road network

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Do speed cameras have to be visible? Lawyers on when you can challenge the fine

The new cameras can

The new cameras can

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Drivers warned new AI cameras 'can spy inside' cars

The new cameras can

The new cameras can

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Drivers warned new AI cameras 'can spy inside' cars

According to Cycling UK, one cyclist is either killed or seriously injured every week

According to Cycling UK, one cyclist is either killed or seriously injured every week

The cyclist vs driver debate is so tedious - you have a lethal common enemy

The RAC said prices for petrol and diesel in Britain are “far higher than they should be” as wholesale costs have fallen since the end of April

The RAC said prices for petrol and diesel in Britain are “far higher than they should be” as wholesale costs have fallen since the end of April

5 top tips to save money on petrol and diesel this summer

Drivers were asked five basic theory questions and 88% of people could not get them all right.

Drivers were asked five basic theory questions and 88% of people could not get them all right.

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Take our driving theory quiz as 88 per cent fail these 5 basic test questions

Drivers have been warned that their cars could be fitted with ‘mandatory’ speed limiters following a change to driving laws

Drivers have been warned that their cars could be fitted with ‘mandatory’ speed limiters following a change to driving laws

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Drivers warned of new 'mandatory' speed limiters being fitted on cars this month

The AA and RAC have said the new code does not feature “desperately needed” measures such as a cap on charges

The AA and RAC have said the new code does not feature “desperately needed” measures such as a cap on charges

Drivers warned about private parking as 'watered down' code of conduct published