3 h. ago DVSA rule will introduce major driving test change within days

The new directive will come into effect early next week

Politics

12 h. ago Face of RAF pilot who killed four members of family in suicidal motorway crash as inquest hears he would have faced manslaughter charges if he'd survived

Richard Woods drove 1.1 miles in the wrong direction on the fast lane of the M6 near Tenby in Cumbria for at least 57 seconds as motorists had to serve to avoid him on October 15, 2024.

Events

23 h. ago Body found on motorway as cops lock down road amid separate crash nearby

The body was discovered between two junctions while emergency services were also called to a "serious" crash between a different junction and another motorway.

Events

25 h. ago Body is found on M5 as motorway is closed in both directions to spark huge delays for drivers

A body has been found on the M5, prompting the motorway to be closed in both directions and causing huge delays for drivers.

Transport

30 h. ago M61 travel warning as motorway junction CLOSED with long delays

Roadworks have overrun this morning

Events

32 h. ago DriveSmart newsletter: Get motoring news, reviews and advice from EVs editor Steve Fowler

Stay ahead in the world of motoring with DriveSmart, your weekly guide to EVs, expert tips, and the latest industry insights

Transport

44 h. ago Expert warns drivers to avoid common mistake as the weather gets warmer

This blunder could actually cause serious damage to your car, and even yourself

Events

48 h. ago Motorhome 'explodes' on quiet street as 'terrified' Scots neighbours woken by blaze

Emergency services raced to Mansion Drive in Dundee after the alarm was raised shortly before 4am on Wednesday.

Events

50 h. ago How to cook the perfect roast whole new potatoes – recipe | Felicity Cloake's How to cook the perfect

While anyone can roast a potato, achieving perfectly crisp-skinned, buttery-fleshed deliciousness requires a little more thought When I pitched the idea for today’s column, my editor’s response was underwhelming to say the least. “Is that even a recipe?” he asked, which is exactly the attitude that inspired me in the first place. Often the simplest dishes feel in the least need of an actual recipe, yet surely I can’t be alone in thinking that the leathery, greasy roast new potatoes that turn up so often on tables at this time of year show some room for improvement.I used to be of Jane Grigson’s opinion that “new potatoes should either be steamed or put into boiling water with sprigs of mint” – after all, they’re so good, and their season so short, from April to August, why meddle with perfection? But, having recently enjoyed crisp-skinned, buttery- fleshed beauties from a restaurant oven, I’d like to add them to my repertoire, too. While anyone can roast a potato, doing it proper ju...

Society

51 h. ago UK’s worst motorway where aggressive drivers have ‘abandoned the speed limit’ named in AA study

Nine of the top 10 worst roads named by drivers have had sections converted to controversial ‘smart’ motorways

Transport

51 h. ago Motorcyclist hospitalised after crash with car on busy roundabout

The incident took place at the Llangyfelach roundabout at junction 46 of the M4

Events

69 h. ago ‘This £25 hair tool attachment smoothed my hair in seconds and quicker than straighteners’

The popular BaByliss Air Wand has just launched a number of new attachments, aiming to make styling your hair easier than ever; our beauty editor puts one of them to the test

Economics

69 h. ago UK drivers warned mixing up two dashboard buttons can be 'very dangerous'

This knowledge could save lives.

Events

3 d. ago Major British car manufacturer slashes prices in bid to curb expensive new tax

The move will help drivers to avoid any additional charges.

Economics

3 d. ago Driver miraculously escaped with minor injuries in horror crash with lorry that ended with BMW crushed against motorway central reservation

The crash happened this morning on the A1 southbound when the smaller vehicle was dragged 100 metres along the barrier but the driver escaped relatively unharmed.

Events

4 d. ago Teenager riding electric motorbike taken to hospital after hit

A teenager has been taken to hospital after the collision involving a car and an electric motorbike

Events

4 d. ago Government update over number plate change to make cars 'invisible' to speed cameras

In a response to a Parliamentary written question a minister explained a £2,500 crackdown on 4D 'ghost' plates

Politics

4 d. ago Millions of UK motorists could get compensation as Supreme Court hears landmark case in loan finance scandal

The Supreme Court will this week hear a landmark case into the car loan finance scandal that could result in billions of pounds in compensation for affected drivers

Economics

4 d. ago M60 chaos LIVE as motorway hit by delays following police incident

Police, paramedics and Highways officers are in attendance

Events

4 d. ago M60 chaos as motorway hit by delays following police incident

Police, paramedics and Highways officers are in attendance

Events