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.
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42 killed by drivers using mobile phones last year
Shocking new figures show a record 42 people died in accidents caused by drivers distracted by mobile phones. Campaigners demand it becomes 'culturally unacceptable'. Read the full report.
Lib Dems Demand Probe into Driving Test Touting Scandal
Ministers urged to investigate claims touts pay driving instructors for login details to block-book tests, exploiting learners and worsening the 642,000-strong backlog. Read the full story.
Lib Dems call for probe into driving test touting claims
MPs demand investigation into claims touts pay driving instructors for login details to block-book tests, worsening the 642,000-strong backlog. Read the full story.
reMarkable 2 Digital Notepad Gets Rare Black Friday Discount
The reMarkable 2 digital notepad, praised for its paper-like writing feel, is discounted for Black Friday 2025. Expert Steve Hogarty calls it a 'distraction-free' tool for serious note-takers.
reMarkable 2 Black Friday 2025: Rare Discount
The reMarkable 2 digital notepad receives a rare price cut for Black Friday 2025. Our tech expert praises its distraction-free, paper-like writing experience. Shop the bundle deal now.
Three sleep conditions risk £1000 DVLA fine
Drivers with specific sleep disorders like sleep apnoea or narcolepsy must inform the DVLA or face a £1000 fine and prosecution. Check if you are affected.
UK Holidaymaker Faces 50 Years in US Wine Theft
British tourist Natali Ray arrested in Virginia for alleged distraction theft of £30k fine wine from historic cellar. Could face 50 years imprisonment. Read the full investigation.
Police appeal to identify dancing thief in Nottingham
Nottingham police are appealing for witnesses after a thief used a bizarre dance to distract a man and steal his phone on Clumber Street. Call 101 with info.
Nottingham pickpocket uses bizarre dance to steal phone
Nottinghamshire Police release CCTV of a pickpocket using strange dance moves to distract a victim before stealing his mobile phone on Clumber Street. Can you identify him?
reMarkable 2 Black Friday deal: Save on digital notepad
The reMarkable 2 digital notepad, praised for its paper-like writing experience, is discounted for Black Friday 2025. Get the bundle with keyboard folio and save.
Drivers with poor eyesight warned to never do this
An optometrist issues a stark warning to UK drivers with vision problems. New survey reveals shocking stats on driving with poor eyesight, especially in winter. Find out the one thing you must avoid.
UK Driving Test Changes Start November 24 2025
Major changes to the UK driving test begin November 24, 2025. Learn how fewer stops, reduced emergency stops and flexible independent driving affect your test.
Learner fails driving theory test 128 times
New data reveals the extreme lengths learners go to pass the UK driving theory test, with one person attempting it 128 times. Discover the toughest questions and why the pass rate is falling.
Couple's motorway sex at 90mph causes pile-up
Shocking motorway collision caused by couple engaging in sexual activity while driving at 90mph on busy UK road, resulting in multiple vehicle crash and serious injuries.
Britain's 20 Most Bizarre Driving Test Fails Uncovered
Exclusive investigation uncovers the UK's most extraordinary driving test mishaps, featuring panicked candidates who confused garden gnomes for children and even claimed ghostly interference.
Summer driving mistake could cost you £1,000
Drivers are being warned about a common summer error that could lead to massive fines and penalty points. Experts reveal why this dangerous mistake puts everyone at risk.
Lorry driver crashes into stationary traffic at 50mph
Dramatic video captures the terrifying moment a distracted lorry driver fails to notice stopped traffic, causing a catastrophic multi-vehicle collision on a British motorway. Exclusive investigation reveals the driver's failure to react to warning signs.
Germany's Autobahn: Europe's Last No-Speed-Limit Highway
Explore Germany's legendary Autobahn network where speed limits remain optional on many stretches, offering the ultimate driving freedom in Europe. Discover the rules, risks and remarkable engineering behind this motoring paradise.
Driving test crisis: 18-month waits force learners to travel
UK learner drivers face unprecedented delays with waiting times stretching to 18 months, forcing many to travel hundreds of miles and pay premium prices for last-minute test slots.
Police impersonator steals from elderly widow in Cheshire
A cruel fraudster impersonating a police officer tricked his way into a pensioner's home in upmarket Cheshire, stealing cash and jewellery in a despicable distraction theft that has left the community reeling.
Card trick fraudsters steal £5,000 in police warning
Shocking police warning as fraudsters use card tricks to steal thousands from unsuspecting victims across the UK. Exclusive details reveal how the sophisticated scam works.
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.
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.
Spain's 2025 Drink-Driving Crackdown: Holiday Warning
British tourists face holiday nightmare as Spain prepares to implement Europe's strictest drink-driving regulations, slashing legal alcohol limits to virtually zero for all drivers from 2025.
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.
Mastermind contestant distracted by appearance during show
A BBC Mastermind contestant's crucial moment was disrupted by what viewers are calling a 'distracting' outfit choice, sparking social media debate about television etiquette.
Tesla driver's 'I'm driving' text exposes phone use
Shocking footage reveals a Tesla driver caught using their phone while behind the wheel, with their vehicle's automated 'I'm driving' response exposing the dangerous behaviour that could lead to prosecution.
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.
I watched a woman steal £1,500 from my bank account
Shocking footage reveals how brazen thieves are using sophisticated distraction techniques to empty victims' bank accounts in seconds. One woman lost her entire savings during a routine shopping trip.
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