12 h. ago Drivers told to do 'simple 50p test' before taking car for an MOT

The MOT can be a stressful and expensive time for drivers, but there's a simple and cost-effective way to avoid unnecessary failures and fines

Transport

13 h. ago 'All drivers should do 50p test before taking their car for an MOT'

The MOT test can be a stressful and expensive time for drivers, but there's a simple trick that can help you avoid unnecessary failures and fines

Transport

4 d. ago Drunk driver killed pal, 18, after crashing into tree at 60mph on alcohol fuelled bender

Colby Hammond, 20, was more than twice the legal drink-drive limit when he lost control of his Seat Ibiza and ploughed into a tree in Broadstairs, Kent, killing Ethan Entwistle

Events

9 d. ago One in three drivers admit habit that could land them £100 fine and points on licence

Drivers can easily pick up bad habits after passing their test and an estimated 14 million Brits have broken this driving law without even realising.

Economics

1 week ago Woman driver ‘who just drank one Twisted Tea’ falls over during sobriety test

A woman was arrested after she failed a sobriety test despite claiming she “only drank one Twisted Tea”.

Politics

1 week ago Drivers born in certain years could soon face new tests to keep driving licence

Drivers born in certain years could soon face new tests to keep their driving licences as the Government considers a number of safety changes on the UK's roads

Politics

1 week ago JOHN MURDOCH'S DRIVE TIME: We try out Audi's classy Q5 SUV and look at why GEM is backing eye tests for drivers of all ages

The Audi Q5 is a good example of a premium SUV that is comfortable, roomy, loaded with technology and is very refined and still powered by ICE units.

Transport

2 w. ago Heat and thirst drive families in Gaza to drink water that makes them sick

People in Gaza are struggling to secure enough water for drinking and sanitation, with experts warning that far less than the minimum needed to sustain life is reaching the territory

Society

2 w. ago Tricky new questions learner drivers will need to answer in theory test

The Driving and Vehicle Standards Agency has announced that driver theory test will include questions on CPR and defibrillators for the first time starting next year

Politics

2 w. ago Learners drivers get ‘glimmer of hope’ as test backlog eases

Some 621,230 future practical driving tests were booked as of the end of July, down from 656,649 a month earlier.

Politics

2 w. ago Learner drivers will answer new questions in theory test from 2026

From next year, driving theory tests will include new CPR questions and, for the first time, questions about defibrillators.

Politics

2 w. ago Important new questions being added to driver theory test this autumn

All drivers will have to learn how to use a vital piece of equipment if they want to pass

Politics

2 w. ago New UK driving test requirements: Learner drivers must learn CPR and defibrillator use

The Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA) - which oversees driving tests in Britain - said motorists are often "first on the scene" when someone suffers a cardiac arrest as they moved to add key update to test.

Politics

3 w. ago Learner drivers will be tested on their CPR skills in updated theory test

The Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA) said motorists are often 'first on the scene' when someone suffers a cardiac arrest.

Events

3 w. ago Voices: Testing elderly drivers’ eyesight won’t make our roads much safer – but this might

If the government really wants to shake up Britain's driving laws, banning the over-70s who fail compulsory eye tests barely scratches the passenger's side, says Sean O'Grady

Transport

3 w. ago Teen driver, 17, had only passed his test day before killing friend in crash after doing 'doughnuts' in car park

Josh Atkins, 17, died after the car he was a passenger in crashed in Sheffield, South Yorkshire, back in November 2023.

Events

3 w. ago Drink drive limit changes and eye tests for drivers part of 'overdue' radical plans

Proposals also include tougher penalties for those caught uninsured and failing to wear a seatbelt as motoring organisations said the plans are "a step in the right direction"

Politics

3 w. ago Major 'overdue' law change could soon affect every UK driver

The new drink drive figure would be in line with Scotland

Politics

3 w. ago UK drivers over 70 could face strict new tests under law change plans

A new road safety strategy is set to be published by the Government in the autumn

Politics

3 w. ago Voices: Poll of the day: Should drivers over 70 have compulsory eyesight tests every three years?

Have your say: Drivers over 70 could face compulsory eyesight tests every three years under new road safety plans

Politics