Residents in Winson Green reported dangerous obstructions as double parked cars were left stranded in roads after properly parked vehicles drove away, leading to police issuing tickets.
Local authorities outside London can now enforce moving traffic violations like yellow box junctions and banned turns using cameras, with GEM Motoring Assist urging drivers to refresh their knowledge of road signs to avoid fines.
New pay-per-mile road tax proposals reveal stark regional disparities, with rural drivers facing annual charges of £156 while London motorists pay just £33. The Electric Car Scheme warns of quadrupled taxes for some areas.
Experts call on Labour to extend the Electric Car Grant and reconsider EV tax policy amid fears pay-per-mile charges will disproportionately impact rural areas and delay the transition to electric vehicles.
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Northern Ireland becomes the first UK region to implement graduated driver licensing with a mandatory six-month learning period and night-time restrictions for drivers under 24.
Vehicle Excise Duty has more than doubled for nearly 60 popular cars in the UK over two years, with high-polluting models facing a first-year rate of £5,690 in 2026/27.
Drivers in Birmingham aged 65 to 79 must now renew their licences every three years, with stricter medical checks and potential driving assessments to ensure road safety.
The Driver & Vehicle Standards Agency has released important guidance for learners, emphasizing the use of approved instructors and verification methods.
Motorists are warned of a £200 increase in Vehicle Excise Duty for new high-polluting cars from April 1, with rates rising across petrol, diesel, and electric vehicles.
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New speed cameras installed on the A595 at Holmrook in Cumbria have caught over 4,200 speeding drivers since enforcement began in October last year.
Motoring experts predict 18 popular car models will be extinct on UK roads by 2027 due to aging, high maintenance costs, and stricter MOT tests, including Fiat Bravo and Nissan Primera.
Chancellor Rachel Reeves faces criticism as new Vehicle Excise Duty rules impose a £425 annual charge on electric cars priced over £50,000, affecting many mainstream models.
Motorists at Junction 1 of the M5 in West Bromwich will face penalties for yellow box violations as cameras are installed. Research shows confusion over the rules, with only right turns permitting stops inside the boxes.
The DVSA is introducing new rules for driving tests in March, limiting appointment changes and requiring learners to manage bookings themselves. Experts warn this could increase costs for those in low-pass-rate areas.
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Birmingham City Council will implement new powers to ban pavement parking across the city, aiming to improve pedestrian safety and accessibility starting later this year.
Police stopped a Nissan on the M6, finding the rear door secured only with cable ties, two young children without seatbelts, and multiple safety defects including a bald tyre and no handbrake.
The DVLA issues a stern warning to UK drivers as data reveals 498,000 vehicles are untaxed, with nearly a quarter evading payment for over six months. Road safety experts express concern over potential links to wider criminality.
Edinburgh City Council is considering a new congestion charge of £3.50 per day, potentially costing drivers up to £800 yearly. Critics call it a 'cash grab' that won't reduce traffic.
A nationwide survey has been launched in response to anger over new pay-per-mile car taxes for electric vehicles set to begin in 2028, with drivers urged to share their experiences.
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Motorists across the UK are being warned of significant Vehicle Excise Duty increases in April, with bills potentially reaching £400. Even older cars registered before 2001 are not exempt from the tax hikes, which apply based on emission rates and engine
Edinburgh is evaluating a daily congestion charge that could impose significant fines on drivers entering the city center, sparking mixed reactions from residents and officials.
Learner drivers face new restrictions from March 31, 2026, with a maximum of two changes allowed per test booking. Instructors can no longer book tests for students, aiming to combat slot scalping.
Nottinghamshire Police supports National Highways initiative urging drivers to avoid lingering near HGVs due to limited visibility zones that cause deadly accidents.
A new survey shows 66% of UK drivers are against lowering 30mph roads to 20mph, with concerns over journey times, despite safety benefits seen in Wales.
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Learner drivers will face stricter regulations from March 2026, including limits on test changes and direct booking requirements, aimed at stopping bulk booking fraud and improving test integrity.
New AI-powered speed cameras capable of detecting mobile phone use and seatbelt violations have been installed at a high-risk collision site in Plymouth, England.
Motorists are being warned they could face fines up to £1,000 for flashing headlights, as the Highway Code strictly limits their use to indicating presence only, not for signaling hazards or warnings.
Over 60% of motorists in Northern Ireland support the upcoming pavement parking ban, with new rules targeting dangerous and anti-social parking behavior that forces pedestrians into traffic.
New Vehicle Excise Duty rates from April will increase motoring costs, with drivers now paying £2,190 more per year on tax and insurance compared to a decade ago.
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Motorists across the UK have been issued a stark warning that they could face fines for driving at just 31mph in a 30mph zone, as police forces reduce enforcement thresholds. Experts emphasize that the commonly cited '10% plus 2mph' tolerance is not a leg
