5 d. ago Millions of Brits are breaking the law with illegal test drives — many don't even know it

New research has revealed that one key of the reasons behind millions of motorists taking such massive risks when test driving used cars is a basic misunderstanding of the law

Events

6 d. ago Lando Norris will ‘give it everything’ in F1 title race after Dutch GP hopes dashed

‘I can just chill out about it and just go for it,’ says BritonRace winner Oscar Piastri 34 points clear in standingsLando Norris has said he will “chill out and just go for it” in an effort to bridge the gap to his McLaren teammate, Oscar Piastri, after the British driver was forced to retire from the Dutch Grand Prix and the Australian took a 34-point lead in the world championship.Norris was just nine points behind Piastri going into the 15th round of the season at Zandvoort but an oil leak cost him dear. With seven laps to go when he was in second place and just over one second behind Piastri, Norris was left helpless as his car ground to a halt by the side of the track. Continue reading...

Politics

9 d. ago Children risk going to school with eye problems as parents skip vital tests

Thousands of children in Britain could be set to start the new school year this September with eye problems as parents forget to take them for tests

Society

9 d. ago Experts discover routine High Street health check could detect Alzheimer's years before symptoms appear

Alzheimer's is the leading cause of dementia, and while not yet curable, early diagnosis is considered critical for better outcomes.

Science

9 d. ago Manchester Airport officers forced to take 'immediate' action after stopping delivery driver

A bigger investigation is now taking place

Society

9 d. ago Thousands of British kids have rubbish eyesight – and parents miss it

Lots of schoolkids could be struggling in lessons due to terrible eyesight which has gone undetected by their parents, who haven't taken them for eye tests

Politics

1 week ago DVLA issues warning to anyone over 70 as eye test regulations confirmed

The DVLA has issued a reminder to all motorists over 70 to take immediate action or face potential arrest

Events

1 week ago M1 closure LIVE: Motorway closed in both directions after ‘multi vehicle’ crash

Drivers have been left facing severe delays as a multi vehicle collision has left part of the southbound carriage on the M1 shut, forcing drivers to take alternative routes

Events

2 w. ago 'I went for a routine eye test and was sent for immediate surgery'

Eye conditions can develop at any age, but for Rachel Parkinson, a routine eye exam turned into something far more sinister and fast, resulting in surgery she calls 'terrifying'

Politics

2 w. 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 Christopher Biggins ‘depressed and infuriated’ after driving ban over failed eye test

The actor was required to undergo an optical assessment when renewing his licence due to his age

Events

2 w. ago Christopher Biggins says he’s ‘infuriated’ after driving licence is stripped over eye test

Pantomine actor, 76, said he passed three separate eye tests but DVLA has not renewed his license

Politics

2 w. ago Christopher Biggins, 76, says he feels 'depressed and infuriated' after being banned from driving by the DVLA... despite undergoing an eye test

The 76-year-old I'm A Celebrity winner said he was 'depressed' and 'absolutely infuriated' after it refused to renew his licence following an eye test.

Events

2 w. ago 'I’ve never seen anything like it': Major leak leaves road 'like a river' as drivers forced to plough through inches of water

The incident happened next to the junction of Jacksons Lane and Arundel Avenue.

Transport

3 w. ago Drivers face £100 fine with new parking rules taking force from Monday

Falkirk Council will introduce a ban on pavement parking from Monday, with motorists facing the prospect of a 100 fixed penalty notice in some cases

Economics

3 w. ago Scots drivers warned over new parking rules coming into force next week

Drivers will be expected to pay £100 if caught breaking the rules.

Events

3 w. ago Calls for a maximum driving age which would see drivers 'in their 80s' forced to surrender licence

An expert has said a cut off age for drivers should be enforced to make the roads safer

Politics

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 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 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