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Car Theft Warning: Don't Make This Costly Winter Mistake

Car theft warning as cold weather arrives

Drivers are warned never to leave cars unattended with engines running to defrost windscreens. Opportunist thieves can steal vehicles in seconds, invalidating insurance.

Drivers risk £5,000 fines for misusing hazard lights

Drivers risk £5k fines for hazard light misuse

One in four UK drivers misuse hazard lights, often to say thanks, risking fines up to £5,000. Expert advice on correct light usage and winter car checks to stay safe and legal.

Tesco Car Wash Warning After Vehicle Damage Costs Driver £750

Tesco Car Wash Warning After Vehicle Damage

A motorist's car was severely damaged in a Tesco car wash, with a £750 repair bill. Tesco refused the complaint, citing a maintenance report. Read the full story.

The UK road where your car insurance is instantly void

The road where your car insurance is void

Drivers heading to the Nürburgring beware: standard UK car insurance is invalidated. Learn why and how to protect yourself before hitting the track.

Drivers' Cars Held Ransom in Repair Shop Dispute

Cars held ransom in garage payment dispute

Motorists report vehicles held hostage by repair shops over unrelated commercial debts. Learn how to protect yourself from similar situations and what rights you have.

UK Drivers Face £340 Bill in Steeper Pay-Per-Mile Car Tax Plan

UK drivers face £340 pay-per-mile tax bill

New pay-per-mile car tax charges could cost drivers up to £340 a year. Experts warn of a 'wicked problem' as public EV charging costs become a major barrier to adoption.

697,000 Classic Car Owners Face Tax Threat in Autumn Budget

697,000 Classic Car Owners Face Tax Threat

Chancellor Rachel Reeves is considering a car tax shake-up targeting 697,000 classic vehicle owners. Learn how this potential 'tax grab' could impact Britain's motoring heritage.

UK Jobless Rate Hits 5%: Post-Pandemic High as Payrolls Shrink

UK unemployment hits 5% as payroll numbers decline

UK unemployment reaches post-pandemic peak of 5% with 32,000 fewer payrolled employees in September. Wage growth slows but remains above inflation-comfort levels. What's next for the economy?

Mandatory Speed Limiters Coming to UK Cars: What Every Driver Needs to Know

Mandatory Speed Limiters Coming to UK Cars

New EU regulations requiring mandatory speed limiters in all new vehicles could soon affect British drivers, despite Brexit. Discover how Intelligent Speed Assistance technology works and when it might arrive on UK roads.

UK New Car Market Accelerates with 5.4% Growth - Fleet Sales Drive Recovery

UK New Car Market Grows 5.4% in June

Britain's new car market shows positive momentum with 5.4% year-on-year growth in June, though private buyer demand remains sluggish as fleet investments power the recovery.

Shaving Foam Hack: UK Drivers Discover Incredible Windscreen Frost Solution

Shaving Foam Hack Beats Windscreen Frost

British motorists are using a surprising bathroom staple to combat winter frost on car windscreens. This cheap shaving foam trick could save you time and frustration on cold mornings.

Labour's Road Tax Revolution: How Your Car Tax Could Skyrocket Under New Plans

Labour's Car Tax Overhaul: What Drivers Need to Know

Exclusive analysis reveals Labour's potential overhaul of vehicle taxation could hit drivers with significant increases, targeting luxury and high-emission vehicles while reshaping motoring costs across Britain.

The Shocking Truth About Your Car: It's Parked 96% of the Time

Cars sit idle 96% of time in UK

New research reveals the astonishing inefficiency of car ownership in the UK, with vehicles sitting idle for 23 hours daily. Discover what this means for urban planning and your wallet.

Shocking Gap in Driver Knowledge: Two-Thirds of Motorists Can't Identify Basic Warning Lights

2/3 drivers clueless about car warning lights

New research reveals a dangerous knowledge gap among UK drivers, with millions unable to recognise critical dashboard warning symbols that could prevent breakdowns and accidents.

West Midlands Police Reveal Shocking Sexual Assault Hotspots - Exclusive Map Data

West Midlands Sexual Assault Hotspots Mapped

Disturbing new data exposes the areas with highest reported sexual offences across West Midlands, with Birmingham city centre topping the list. Police release crucial safety advice.

Car Theft Alert: Thieves Are Targeting These Popular Vehicles Using Simple Device

Car Theft Alert: Thieves Target Popular Vehicles

Motorists across the UK are being warned about a sophisticated theft method targeting popular car models. Criminals are using relay attacks to steal vehicles without keys, with certain brands particularly vulnerable.

Rachel Reeves Declares War on Motorists: New Chancellor Targets Drivers in Budget Crackdown

Rachel Reeves targets drivers in major tax crackdown

Chancellor Rachel Reeves announces sweeping motoring tax reforms targeting 'unfair' vehicle ownership system. Discover how new VED bands, fuel duty changes, and company car taxes could hit your wallet.

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