Earthquake Hits Almeria, Shaking British Tourists
A 4.3 magnitude earthquake struck Almeria, Spain, just before 1am, rattling furniture and startling residents and British tourists. No damage reported, but aftershocks followed.
Category : Transport
New Pay-Per-Mile Tax for EVs Detailed by Labour
Labour ministers have outlined how the new pay-per-mile vehicle tax will operate, confirming no trackers will be installed in cars. The tax targets electric and plug-in hybrid vehicles starting in 2028.
Car Buried in Hedge After Pothole Crash in Bridgnorth
A female driver escaped injury after her car crashed into a hedge on the outskirts of Highley, with witnesses blaming a large pothole for the dramatic incident.
Mandatory Eyesight Tests for Drivers Over 70 Announced
New government rules will require drivers over 70 to pass mandatory eyesight tests to keep their licenses, aiming to improve road safety amid concerns about older motorists.
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Rail Points Failure Causes Major UK Disruption Including Birmingham
A significant points failure on the rail network has caused widespread cancellations and delays, severely impacting key stations like Birmingham New Street and London Euston until at least midday today.
Modern Cars Outgrow Vintage Parking Spaces
As vehicles grow larger, drivers face fines for not fitting in outdated parking bays. Councils enforce strict rules, creating a 'size trap' for SUVs and electric cars.
EV Drivers Hit with £100 Fines for Overnight Charging
Motorists in Redhill and the Midlands have been issued £100 parking fines after using 24-hour EV chargers at B&Q, sparking controversy over unclear signage and conflicting policies between parking operators and charging firms.
A38 Roadworks Create Traffic Chaos in Birmingham
Planned roadworks on the A38 Lancaster Circus Flyover have caused severe delays and closures on key routes into Birmingham, with heavy traffic reported on the A38(M) Aston Expressway and surrounding roads.
Rural Drivers Hit with £110 Extra Under New EV Tax
Analysis reveals rural drivers in England will pay significantly more than urban counterparts under Labour's new 3p-per-mile electric vehicle road charge announced in the Autumn Budget.
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Pay-Per-Mile Car Tax to Expand to All UK Drivers
A new pay-per-mile car tax system, initially for electric vehicles, is set to expand to all drivers in the UK, including petrol and diesel vehicles, as part of a structural shift in motoring taxation.
West Midlands' 'Most Dangerous' Bus Route Revealed
The 74 bus service between Birmingham city centre and Dudley has been identified as the most dangerous in the West Midlands, with 62 reported offences in six months. Police emphasize overall crime risk remains low despite concerning statistics.
Major Rail Disruption: Worcester-Birmingham Trains Cancelled
Severe railway disruption expected Monday with no services between Worcester and Birmingham New Street via Bromsgrove due to embankment damage. Alternative travel arrangements announced.
DVLA £1,000 Fines for Untaxed Vehicles: Key Details
The DVLA warns drivers of £1,000 fines for failing to tax vehicles, with penalties escalating from £80 to court action. Learn how to tax online or at Post Offices to avoid fines and vehicle seizure.
AA Warns Drivers Over 70 About Licence Renewal Rules
The AA has issued a crucial reminder to all drivers aged 70 and above, highlighting the legal requirement to renew their driving licence every three years. The process involves no fee or retest but requires medical and eyesight declarations.
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Midlands Street Faces School-Run Chaos, Blocking Homes
Residents on The Wood in Meir describe parking rows so severe that parents have 'Mexican stand-offs' and block driveways. Stoke-on-Trent City Council is considering a School Street ban during peak hours.
New Snow Wave to Hit UK This Week with Blizzard Forecast
A fresh weather system is set to bring significant snowfall across the UK from Wednesday, with blizzard conditions expected in Scotland and northern England by Thursday evening.
Drivers Over 70 Face Suspended Vehicle Entitlements
Motorists renewing licenses at age 70 risk losing C1 category rights to drive motorhomes unless they complete specific medical forms, warns the Older Drivers Forum.
New Eyesight Rules for Drivers Over 70 in Safety Overhaul
The Labour government launches consultation on reforming inadequate eyesight regulations for older drivers, aiming to reduce road deaths and serious injuries through mandatory checks.
Labour's £790 Car Tax Targets Post-2017 Models
Petrol and diesel cars manufactured after 2017 face the harshest increases under Labour's Vehicle Excise Duty reforms, with top bands reaching £790 annually from April 2026.
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Life Sentences Proposed for Isle of Man Road Offences
The Isle of Man Department of Infrastructure is considering increasing maximum penalties for causing death by dangerous driving to life imprisonment, aligning with UK legislation.
Speed Limit Cut to 50mph at Dangerous Lincolnshire Junction
Lincolnshire County Council has approved plans to reduce the national speed limit from 60mph to 50mph at a high-risk junction near Spalding following 11 crashes in five years.
Labour to Launch New Road Safety Education Guidance
The Labour Party government plans to introduce new national guidance on road safety education based on the Highway Code, aiming to reduce injuries and fatalities for all road users.
Drivers Protest New £5,690 Car Tax as 'War on Motorists'
From April 2026, the maximum first-year VED charge for high-emission new cars will soar to £5,690, sparking outrage among drivers who call it a 'war on motorists'.
New Fuel Finder Rule for UK Drivers in Effect
A new regulation requiring fuel retailers to report price changes within 30 minutes has been implemented under the Fuel Finder scheme, aiming to help drivers save money by providing real-time pricing data.
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New Electric Vehicle Tax: 3p Per Mile for UK Drivers
Chancellor Rachel Reeves announces a new Electric Vehicle Excise Duty scheme, requiring battery electric car owners to pay 3p per mile in addition to standard Vehicle Excise Duty rates.
New £300 Tax for Drivers Doing 10,000 Miles Announced by Reeves
Chancellor Rachel Reeves introduces a new Vehicle Excise Duty system for 2028, charging EV drivers 3p per mile and hybrid drivers 1.5p per mile, potentially adding £300 annually for average mileage.
Jet2 Flight Diverts After Mid-Air Brawl, Passengers Banned
A Jet2 flight from Antalya to Manchester made an emergency landing in Brussels following a violent altercation involving racist remarks and excessive drinking, resulting in lifetime bans for two passengers.
Tesla Model Y Performance Review: Power and Comfort
The Tesla Model Y Performance variant adds 40bhp and adaptive suspension for sharper handling, but commands a £20,000 premium over the base model while maintaining practical SUV functionality.
Only Seven Petrol Cars Sold in Norway Last Month
New data reveals just seven petrol cars were sold in Norway in January, highlighting the rapid shift to electric vehicles as the country phases out fossil-fuel engines.
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Northern Ireland's New Graduated Driving License Rules
Northern Ireland becomes the first UK region to implement a graduated driving license system with night-time restrictions and extended R-plate requirements for young drivers starting October 2026.
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