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UK drivers face £10k fines for wet weather errors

Motoring experts warn UK drivers of hefty fines up to £10,000 for rain-related offences like speeding and splashing pedestrians. Learn how to stay safe and avoid penalties this winter.

Your Body After Quitting Alcohol: A Timeline

Discover the surprising health benefits of giving up alcohol, from better sleep in one week to reduced cancer risk in one year. Start your journey to better health today.

Thailand's New Alcohol Laws Explained

Thailand has implemented strict new alcohol rules, with fines up to £235 for violations. Learn how this affects your holiday and where you can still drink.

Dipped Headlights Risk in Heavy Rain Revealed

New research reveals how using dipped headlights in heavy rain could be dangerously reducing your visibility. Experts explain when you should switch to front fog lights for safer driving.

Dashboard button that could cost drivers £5,000 in fines

UK motorists are being warned about a common dashboard feature that could lead to massive fines and penalty points if used incorrectly. Experts reveal the proper way to use your car's front and rear fog lights to stay legal and safe.

UK Driving Test Postcode Lottery Revealed

Exclusive DVSA data uncovers shocking regional disparities in driving test pass rates across Britain, with some test centres seeing nearly 70% failure rates while others boast 60% success.

Van driver jailed for fatal email crash on M25

A van driver who caused a fatal motorway collision while checking work emails has been jailed for causing death by dangerous driving in a tragic case highlighting the dangers of mobile phone use at the wheel.

Headlight mistake risks £1,000 fine for UK drivers

Millions of UK motorists risk hefty penalties for incorrectly using their vehicle's headlights. Learn which lighting errors could cost you dearly and how to stay compliant with road safety laws.

Essential tyre checks to avoid MOT failure

Millions of drivers risk MOT failure due to overlooked tyre issues. Discover the quick checks that could save you time, money, and keep you safe on UK roads.

AI Traffic Cameras Target Phone-Using Drivers

Groundbreaking AI-powered cameras are being deployed across British roads to automatically detect drivers illegally using mobile phones, with offenders facing £200 fines and six penalty points.

Byron Bay backlash over alcohol restrictions

Exclusive: The idyllic coastal town of Byron Bay is divided as residents fight back against controversial new liquor laws they claim are killing the town's vibrant nightlife and threatening local businesses.

DVLA warning for drivers born before 1970

Millions of UK drivers with older-style paper licences must act now or risk fines up to £1,000. Our essential guide explains the critical September 2024 deadline.

Secret Rule Lets Drivers Use Bus Lanes - Here's When

Millions of UK drivers could slash their journey times by using a little-known Highway Code exception that permits bus lane access during specific hours. Discover how this rule works and when you can legally use these restricted lanes.

Drink-drive mum jailed after school run at 4x limit

A mother-of-three has been sentenced to prison after being caught driving her children to school while nearly four times over the legal alcohol limit in a shocking case of drink-driving endangerment.

Drug-driving deaths overtake drink-driving in UK

Shocking new data reveals drug-driving has overtaken drink-driving as Britain's deadliest road menace, with families demanding urgent government action amid rising cannabis and cocaine-related fatalities.

Major UK Driving Test Changes Confirmed by DVSA

The DVSA has announced revolutionary changes to driving tests across Britain, including extended practice periods and new supervision requirements that could transform how new drivers learn.

Spain's New Driving Rules: Foreign Office Warning

The Foreign Office issues urgent Spain travel update as new driving laws come into force - including stricter fines and mandatory equipment requirements that could catch UK holidaymakers out.

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