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Motoring
The little-known driving tax you probably don't know you are paying
Cost Of Living
The AA has called for the tax to be cut and say motorists are already paying too much
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Two-week warning to all drivers ahead of planned new traffic offence rules
Motoring
There have been claims councils have targeted motorists and used them as cash cows
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Motoring experts share simple traffic light hack to save on petrol costs
Midlands traffic and travel
Idling in traffic can waste around 2.3 litres of fuel every hour - costing the average motorist 343.16p
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Every motorist warned about major road rule change as new offence created
Motoring
Government announces the creation of a new offence on the roads
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125mph Audi driver caught red-handed after straying into motorway speed camera hotspot
Crime
Reckless motorist punished for his dangerous joyride after being flashed by a speed camera
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The seven driving habits that could cost you thousands as experts say 'it's common'
Midlands traffic and travel
Although some of these habits might be common among drivers, experts have warned they could result in on-the-spot fines totalling £6,400
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Every driver told simple way they could save £110 every month
UK News
Advice issued to motorists who could stand to save a substantial chunk of cash by making a change
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Drivers warned not to buy 10 popular car models from new
DVLA
The online vehicle recycling service Scrap Car Comparison has shared a list of the top 10 cars with the worst depreciation rates, with some losing up to 67% of their value in four years
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£300 warning issued to drivers over 'serious offence' many don't know about
Midlands traffic and travel
Motoring experts have shared a warning
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Driving expert shares 'peak efficiency' trick to save money on petrol and diesel
Money saving tips
Motorists could save cash if they adopt the change
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Motorists risk £1,000 fine if they don't follow simple DVLA driving licence rule
DVLA
The mistake could land drivers with a hefty fine
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DVLA driving rule could see cars 'banned from road' for minor modifications
Motoring News
The DVLA has the power to take cars off the road and demand inspections due to a little-known driving rule, according to motoring experts
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News
Midlands traffic and travel
£200 warning to anyone doing common habit while driving as expert says 'it's logical'
Whilst it's not illegal to eat whilst driving, the police could take a dim view if officers believe you've become distracted
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Thousands of drivers don't know they no longer have their insurance no claims
Money
Many drivers unaware of slight changes which could invalidate their no claims bonus
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Drivers of Ford and BMW models issued with two-week warning
Ford
Owners of affected vehicles told they need to act fast
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Police stop M6 driver and can't believe their eyes when they check vehicle history
M6
The car was seized after the motorist was pulled over on the M6
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Simple driving hack guarantees you'll always hit a green light
TikTok
Ensuring a steady and consistent pace at the speed limit should mean motorists avoid hitting red lights when travelling through junctions, according to the social media channel
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Car Reviews
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Honda CRV review: Piling on the practicality in a bigger, better version of the classic formula
Motoring Editor Gareth Butterfield's family members are long-term CR-V fans - can the new version match up to the familiar favourites?
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Range Rover Sport review 2024: Why I think this might be peak Range Rover
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Motoring editor Gareth Butterfield falls for the charms of the latest version of the Range Rover Sport
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Honda Civic Type R review: I go off in search of the perfect road trip - in the perfect car
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Motoring editor Gareth Butterfield heads off to stunning Snowdonia in search of the UK's best driving road
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MG4 EV X Power review: Straight-line silliness from one of the best EVs on the market
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Motoring editor Gareth Butterfield spends a week in MG's bonkers hatchback - but is more power really such a good thing?
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Honda ZR-V review: A practical performer, but pretty pricey
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Motoring editor Gareth Butterfield spends a week in Honda's latest mid-sized SUV
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Traffic & Travel
Midlands traffic and travel
Nine popular cars banned from UK car parks for being 'too long'
And more could follow
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Drivers in England face £100 fine for parking 'on their own land'
Midlands traffic and travel
UK Car Park Management put up signs on private land demanding locals pay if they want to leave their vehicles - leaving residents furious.
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Drivers in England face being forced to pay £128 for not having driveway
Midlands traffic and travel
Public chargers carry a VAT charge at 20 per cent which compares to 5 per cent for home chargers - meaning drivers on public roads are being impacted.
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UK drivers warned 'payment will be taken' unless they 'provide evidence'
Midlands traffic and travel
Motorists taking to the roads abroad, in European Union holiday hotspots and beyond, have been warned to watch out for common yet costly mistakes.
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Drivers washing car outside their home face having to fork out £5,000
Midlands traffic and travel
Drivers in England who are cleaning their car outside their homes this summer have been warned they could face having to fork out a staggering £5,000.
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Two-week warning to all drivers ahead of planned new traffic offence rules
There have been claims councils have targeted motorists and used them as cash cows
New driving licence changes could affect millions as some say 'it's time'
Politics
The graduated driving licence proposals received cross-party support
Cost Of Living
The little-known driving tax you probably don't know you are paying
The AA has called for the tax to be cut and say motorists are already paying too much
Two-week warning to all drivers ahead of planned new traffic offence rules
Motoring
There have been claims councils have targeted motorists and used them as cash cows
Motoring experts share simple traffic light hack to save on petrol costs
Midlands traffic and travel
Idling in traffic can waste around 2.3 litres of fuel every hour - costing the average motorist 343.16p
Every motorist warned about major road rule change as new offence created
Motoring
Government announces the creation of a new offence on the roads
125mph Audi driver caught red-handed after straying into motorway speed camera hotspot
Crime
Reckless motorist punished for his dangerous joyride after being flashed by a speed camera
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Handsworth Park police incident as officers seal off scene
A number of police officers were pictured in the park on Sunday evening
Major police search for missing boys aged ten and 12 last seen in Cannon Hill Park
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Abu and Bilal were last seen in Cannon Hill Park earlier eating ice creams
Universal Credit claimants will wake up to surprise payment from DWP this week
DWP
DWP has explained it'll be changing the date Universal Credit payments are made as it makes a key change ahead of the late May Bank Holiday.
Drivers urged to 'retrofit' their cars before June 1 or face £480 fine
Midlands traffic and travel
New rules are being rolled out across Aberdeen, Dundee, Edinburgh and Glasgow amid the expansion of clean air and low emission zones.
Martin Lewis' MSE urges Tesco Clubcard holders to spend 50p in 'next two weeks'
Tesco
Tesco Clubcard vouchers are expiring - causing MSE to issue an urgent alert so shoppers are aware of Mr Lewis' trick to extend them.
I'm A Celebrity... Get Me Out Of Here
ITV I’m A Celebrity commits to 'going down different path' after new Ofcom rules
So far Coronation Street star Alan Halsall has been linked to this year’s series.
UK put on Asian Hornet alert with strict instructions 'if you see one'
Environment
The Wildlife and Countryside Link (WCL) has warned that recent flooding and warming temperatures have increased the risk of an invasion.
BBC Countryfile slapped with complaints as furious viewers demand 'priorities please'
BBC
BBC show returned on Sunday night with viewers slamming water companies after an environmental segment focused on sewage mismanagement in the waterways.
Kate Middleton breaks silence amid cancer fight with update on personal project
Kate Middleton
The move from the Princess of Wales to post a trailer for a short film marks the first project she has been involved in since her cancer diagnosis.
Nine popular cars banned from UK car parks for being 'too long'
Midlands traffic and travel
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