Most common MOT failure reason revealed
Lighting and signalling issues are the most common reason for MOT failure. Learn simple weekly checks to ensure your car passes its annual roadworthiness exam.
Lighting and signalling issues are the most common reason for MOT failure. Learn simple weekly checks to ensure your car passes its annual roadworthiness exam.
An elderly pedestrian suffered life-threatening injuries after being hit by a black Audi TT on Whitchurch Road. Police are appealing for witnesses and dashcam footage.
Police are hunting a hit-and-run driver after a pedestrian suffered serious injuries on Radnor Road in Handsworth. The man is in a stable condition in hospital.
Second-hand electric car values plummet up to 37.5%, creating bargains for buyers but a major financial hit for current EV owners. Explore the market shift.
West Midlands Police are appealing for two key witnesses, a BMW driver and a pedestrian, after a woman in her 70s suffered serious injuries in a Solihull crash. Contact police with information.
UK motorists urged to check under bonnets weekly as mice and rats cause expensive damage. RAC reports 11% claims increase with average cost now £2,253.
Police are searching for a hit-and-run driver who killed cyclist Israr Hussain on the A46 in Warwickshire. Nearly 500 vehicles are being checked. Contact police with information.
The Technaxx TX-100 plug-in alarm offers affordable vehicle security with motion detection and 110dB siren. Currently 25% off at £29.99. Protect your car today!
Amazon shoppers praise WIN.MAX windscreen cover that prevents ice formation for under £20. Save time on frosty mornings with this 4.5-star rated winter essential.
A man is fighting for his life after being hit by a car on Lawley Middleway, Digbeth. Police have sealed off the major route. Avoid the area and find alternative routes.
A man is fighting for his life after a serious collision with a car on Lawley Middleway in Birmingham. The road remains closed as police investigate. Avoid the area.
Drivers are warned never to leave cars unattended with engines running to defrost windscreens. Opportunist thieves can steal vehicles in seconds, invalidating insurance.
Kayley Hicken, 35, describes how a 2016 hit-and-run collision left her with catastrophic injuries. The driver was never caught. Read her powerful story of survival and hope.
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.
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.
A man has been taken to hospital with non-life-threatening injuries after being hit by a car on Warwick Road, South Yardley. Police are appealing for witnesses.
Drivers heading to the Nürburgring beware: standard UK car insurance is invalidated. Learn why and how to protect yourself before hitting the track.
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.
YouTube mechanic Scotty Kilmer warns drivers to never buy a used car without a professional inspection first. This simple check could save you from costly repairs and dangerous breakdowns.
A nationwide ban on pavement parking in England could be imminent following a government review. Discover how this major change could impact your daily drive.
A man in his 40s was hospitalised after being struck by a car on Pershore Road, Selly Oak, at 1.40am. Police are investigating and urge witnesses to come forward.
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.
A woman in her 70s is in a critical condition after a hit-and-run on Wentworth Road, Harborne. Police have arrested a 39-year-old man. Contact police with information.
UK drivers face a rodent crisis as rats chew car wiring and seatbelts, with claims soaring 28%. One driver faced a £24,000 bill. Be vigilant this winter.
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 motorists urged to avoid parking near trees for three weeks as falling autumn leaves can cause serious vehicle damage. Learn how to protect your car.
Motoring experts reveal the common towel mistake drivers make when cleaning windscreens and why washing your engine bay could damage electronics.
Chancellor Rachel Reeves announces major Vehicle Excise Duty reforms targeting luxury cars and gas-guzzlers while offering relief for ordinary drivers in Labour's first budget.
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.
The heartbroken family of Dean Jones, a 42-year-old father from Birmingham, pay emotional tribute after his life was tragically cut short in a suspected hit-and-run incident in Northfield.