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.
Drivers jailed for fatal 111mph race on A70 near Ayr
Two drivers have been convicted after a high-speed race at 111mph led to a fatal crash, killing Shona McKinlay. Read the full court details and family's reaction.
Truck driver jailed over faulty brake school bus crash
A truck driver has been sentenced to over 12 years for crashing into a school bus, seriously injuring 10 students. He admitted knowing his brakes were faulty. Read the full report.
Two women dead, boy injured in Derbyshire crash
Amie Pearson, 26, and Chelsea Carlisle, 29, died in a Derbyshire collision. A nine-year-old boy suffered life-changing injuries. An 18-year-old man was arrested.
Man shot twice in Liverpool driveway attack
A man has sustained serious injuries after being shot twice on a driveway in Huyton, Liverpool. Emergency services rushed to the scene. Follow for live updates.
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.
Driver jailed for killing girl, 7, in dangerous overtake
A devastated mother's world was destroyed after her seven-year-old daughter was killed by an impatient delivery driver. Read the full story of the tragic Lincolnshire crash.
Man dies in M20 crash, road closed for hours
A man in his 30s has died following a serious three-vehicle collision on the M20 in Kent. The London-bound carriageway was closed for hours. Witnesses are urged to come forward.
Supercar driver jailed for 91mph crash into house
Zachary Hocking, 28, has been sentenced to 28 months in prison for causing serious injury by dangerous driving after his £100,000 McLaren crashed at 91mph in a 30mph zone. Read the full report.
Eight arrested in Newcastle attempted murder probe
A woman in her 60s is in critical condition after a serious incident in Elswick. Eight people have been arrested on suspicion of attempted murder. Follow for live updates.
DVSA's 16th Fault Rule for Learner Drivers Explained
Learner drivers, discover the DVSA's crucial '16th fault rule' and the three types of faults that can make or break your practical driving test. Pass your test with confidence.
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.
Driver jailed for deliberate 80mph police car crash
Shocking dashcam footage shows Joseph Sharpes, 22, deliberately plough into a police car at 80mph while on drugs. Two officers were seriously injured. Watch the video.
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.
Man jailed for fatal crash after ignoring driving ban
Alan Parish sentenced to four years and six months for causing death by dangerous driving after ignoring doctors' orders not to drive. Learn the full story.
Drunk driver jailed for 91mph crash killing grandfather
Callum Fox, 29, sentenced for causing death by dangerous driving after hitting Jim Paterson while drunk and speeding in Paisley. Read the full tragic story.
Girl, 9, seriously injured after being told to drive
A nine-year-old girl in Texas suffered severe injuries after a family friend insisted she move a car, leading to a serious crash. The woman has been arrested on child endangerment charges.
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.
Drug driver jailed for fatal hit-and-run on grandmother
A drug-impaired driver who killed a beloved grandmother in a catastrophic hit-and-run has been sentenced to nine years behind bars in a case that has devastated a Manchester community.
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.
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.
Slow drivers killed 19 in decade - shock data
Exclusive investigation uncovers how excessively slow driving has caused more fatalities than speeding on UK roads, with 19 deaths and hundreds injured over ten years.
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.
Woman charged with drink driving after football match
A 26-year-old woman faces serious charges including dangerous driving and drink driving after an incident near Westminster following a football match. Police confirm court proceedings are underway.
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.
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