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3 / 2 / 2012
Drivers warned of vehicle thefts
Drivers in the UK open themselves up to having their vehicle broken into by leaving belongings worth a mammoth £1.6 billion in their cars
2 / 2 / 2012
Twin sisters celebrate driving success
Teenage twins are celebrating after passing their driving tests at the same time and after the same number of lessons.
1 / 2 / 2012
One in three older drivers 'would fail theory'
One-third of fully-fledged motorists think they would fail, a survey found.
31 / 1 / 2012
Ellie targets licence and gold medals
London 2012 Paralympic star Ellie Simmonds MBE is hoping to achieve greater independence by joining the list of new drivers in the UK this year.
30 / 1 / 2012
Black box bid to cut car insurance costs
Black box technology similar to that used in aeroplanes could be installed in the vehicles of new drivers in Northern Ireland, the Department of Environment (DoE) has claimed
27 / 1 / 2012
Learner driver fails theory 92 times
A learner driver from Leicester has proven to be one of the most determined budding motorists in the country after failing his theory test 92 times
26 / 1 / 2012
DIA backs changes to theory test
The decision to toughen up the driving theory test has been supported by the Driving Instructors Association
25 / 1 / 2012
Refinery closure may cause fuel shortage
Bankruptcy fears could lead to petrol shortages for new drivers taking to the roads in south-east England.
23 / 1 / 2012
Campaigners question drink-drive plans
Road safety campaigners are re-examining warnings over drink-driving after it emerged that young motorists remain the worst offenders
22 / 1 / 2012
Better testing for learner drivers
The driving theory test will no longer use pre-published questions in a move to stop candidates from learning answers by rote.
19 / 1 / 2012
Cloned vehicle risk higher than ever
A vehicle information expert has said motorists now have a higher risk of buying a cloned car than ever before.
18 / 1 / 2012
Young driver accidents 'must be reduced'
The Government has failed to cut down young driver accident rates, according to an insurance chief
17 / 1 / 2012
Drivers 'lose days in traffic jams'
UK motorists who drive to work lose about five and a half working days each year to sitting in their vehicle in traffic jams
16 / 1 / 2012
Night-driving tips from the IAM
Motorists have been picking up handy driving tips when driving in the dark
13 / 1 / 2012
Speed limit decision due 'shortly'
The Government will "very shortly" make a decision on whether the speed limit on motorways should be higher.
12 / 1 / 2012
Whiplash claims 'raise insurance costs'
The rise in motor insurance premiums is largely down to more people making claims for whiplash injuries, MPs have said
11 / 1 / 2012
Experts slam Government's MOT plans
The Government has been criticised for its plans to bring an end to annual MOT tests.
10 / 1 / 2012
Experts offer fuel-saving tips
If you are learning to drive or have recently passed your test, the cost of petrol can be a major drain on your finances
9 / 1 / 2012
Safety experts oppose speed increase
A report has blasted Government proposals to increase the national speed limit on motorways
6 / 1 / 2012
MPs to thrash out satnav problems
A politician who wants to see an end to the misery caused when lorry and car drivers follow inaccurate satnav directions is due to hold a summit to tackle people's problems.
5 / 1 / 2012
Cold or flu 'may affect driving'
Driving while feeling under the weather could put motorists and other road users at risk, according to research.
4 / 1 / 2012
Councils 'face large pothole payouts'
Councils in Scotland have given out around £1.8 million in compensation to motorists
3 / 1 / 2012
Young men 'have driving confidence'
Three-fifths of new and young male drivers believe they have above-average motoring skills, new research shows.
30 / 12 / 2011
Age no barrier for learner drivers
Britain is home to some 10,000 learner drivers aged over 70, DVLA data have revealed.
28 / 12 / 2011
De-icing fine warning for drivers
Motorists have been warned that they could face a fine if they leave their car alone with its engine running.
23 / 12 / 2011
'Most cars' stolen with the keys
Someone's car is stolen on average every five minutes in the UK and 84% of them were taken using the keys to the ignition, according to a vehicle recovery company
22 / 12 / 2011
Buying unreliable cars 'biggest regret'
Motorists who have purchased unreliable cars often wish they had not bothered, a new survey has revealed.
21 / 12 / 2011
Hondas most resilient to potholes
According to new research, Honda cars are the least likely to sustain axle or suspension damage after hitting a pothole, trumping even Land Rover.
20 / 12 / 2011
Car accidents 'will rise over Christmas'
Drivers on the roads in the run-up to Christmas are more likely to have an accident, according to an analysis of car insurance claims.
19 / 12 / 2011
Drivers urged to get ready for winter
Sales of snow shovels and other winter products have increased noticeably as motorists prepare themselves for the cold season, Halfords has reported
15 / 12 / 2011
Probe into car insurance hikes
An investigation has been launched into the soaring cost of car insurance in the UK
14 / 12 / 2011
Transport system overhaul call
Transport congestion costs the UK £12 billion a year
13 / 12 / 2011
Motorist mobile usage 'has grown'
Motorists are continuing to use hand-held mobile phones despite the threat of stronger fines, according to figures.
12 / 12 / 2011
Snow 'worries 20 million drivers'
The snow worries 20 million, or 58%, of all UK drivers, figures reveal
9 / 12 / 2011
Learner drivers 'motorway bound'
Driving instructors will be taking pupils onto the motorway from next year in a bid to boost road safety, it has been revealed
8 / 12 / 2011
Drivers lack knowledge on tyres
Young drivers have been urged to check their car tyres before they take to the road over the forthcoming winter months
8 / 12 / 2011
Danger of drivers being caught cold
Motorists afflicted by a heavy cold or flu suffer a major loss of concentration when behind the wheel
7 / 12 / 2011
Designated drivers get free drink
Designated young drivers who get behind the wheel free of alcohol will be able to claim a free soft drink under a Government initiative to clampdown on drink-driving
6 / 12 / 2011
Drink-driver cars could be seized
First-time drink-drivers could have their cars seized as the Government attempts to further deter people who get behind the wheel while under the influence of alcohol.
5 / 12 / 2011
Drink-drivers face 'virtual courts'
"Virtual courts" will be used to bring drink-drivers to justice within hours of them being pulled over, police in the south of England have revealed.
2 / 12 / 2011
Winter tyres 'don't affect insurance'
Putting winter tyres on your car should not prevent you from enjoying cheap car insurance
1 / 12 / 2011
MoT test to include technology checks
The MoT test is to be extended to include checks on new technology that has been added to cars in recent years.
30 / 11 / 2011
Flying insects 'distract drivers'
Keeping your eyes on the road is essential for safe driving, but new research has found that pesky insects can provide an unwanted distraction
29 / 11 / 2011
Older drivers 'should be re-tested'
Two-thirds of young drivers feel that it should be compulsory for older motorists to be re-tested when they reach a certain age, a survey has revealed.
28 / 11 / 2011
Drivers hit by 'pothole plague'
Young drivers should know by now that UK roads suffer a "pothole plague".
25 / 11 / 2011
Most drivers christen their cars
New drivers are following in an age old tradition of naming their cars
24 / 11 / 2011
Inexperienced driver fears revealed
The majority of young people do not feel safe when they travel with new drivers, a survey has revealed.
24 / 11 / 2011
Insurers call for a ban on intensive driving courses
Young Marmalade - the champion of young driver insurance – have joined forces with the Association of British Insurers (ABI) in calling for a ban on intensive driving courses as part of this year’s Road Safety Week.
23 / 11 / 2011
Anger over young driver plan snub
The Association of British Insurers' (ABI) call to place restrictions on young drivers has been refused by the Government.
15 / 11 / 2011
Young Priced out by Car Insurance
Almost all young drivers feel they are being priced off the road by the cost of motor insurance, according to a survey today
