Modern cars are constructed to withstand tough weather conditions and while most of them can easily drive through a severe flood, there are some dangers which can’t be eliminated. The most common ones are shorted-out electrics and water in the engine. However, there are even more dangerous situations like ending up in deeper waters and […]
Category: Motoring Laws
Commuting to work was never known to be an enjoyable experience, especially when considering the hassle commuting entails like getting stuck in rush hour traffic or missing the train. The expenses both entail is also something to heavily consider when it comes to getting to where you need to be on time. Cars are known […]
Local Government Secretary, Mr. Eric Pickles, stated that he wants stop the ‘overzealous’ culture of wardens and asked that ‘officious’ wardens be more flexible when it comes to matters that might help the economy. While local councils will clash with Pickles since they depend on the revenue that comes from parking fines, Mr. Pickles warned […]
A quarter of Brits have admitted that they could well be driving illegally thanks to the ever increasing cost of car maintenance. The number one cause for concern in bald tyres, followed by broken lights and driving a car that is overdue for its MOT. The study conducted by www.VoucherCodesPro.co.uk, polled 1,209 UK drivers as part […]
Cheshire Police announced that earlier in the week Carlos Tevez, the forward for Manchester City was charged with driving without insurance and driving while disqualified. If Tevez is found guilty of both charges he could have to face a prison sentence of as much as six months. Other punishments that he might be given by […]
New research has revealed that driving convictions might double the costs of car cover policies making them much more costly than the fines may denote. The report was conducted by confused.com the online insurance company and discovered that a drink-driving conviction could potentially increase the costs of cover by 115%. Plus, those who are convicted […]
One particular British motorist is apparently going for a very strange record, having failed his car theory driving test a total of 107 times, and is still trying to pass. The 28 year old London citizen has spent over £3,000 in exam fees at £31 each time he tries. This is a one hour test […]
In case you weren’t aware, there will be some new driving licence laws in the UK as of 19 January, 2013. They won’t affect everybody, but those who are learning to drive or about to get a licence should take note. For specifics on the new regulations, go to http://www.direct.gov.uk/en/Motoring; the list is rather daunting, […]
In order to make the roads a safer place, many young people in the city of York are being offered advanced driving lessons at no cost. This scheme is being called York Momentum and 300 drivers who are aged between 17 and 26 are going to be given a free place on the driving course […]
A recent survey has shown that motorists feel that their car is one of their largest financial concerns. The survey showed that over 60 percent of motorists said that running a car is one of their biggest financial worries, ahead of things such as paying a mortgage, rent, or even job security. This research has […]