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Drivers warned one odour in your vehicle could signal 'potentially deadly' issue

Motorists are being urged to take action if they notice a certain smell in their vehicle, as it could be a sign of a potentially fatal issue that you won't want to ignore

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UK households with no driveway set for law change as 2p per mile plan revealed

UK households with no driveway will be able to access cheaper domestic energy rates with a 2p per mile plan

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Drivers warned not to ignore two 'critical' dashboard lights

There are a number of warning lights that can appear on your dashboard, but there are two that you should never ignore

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Elderly man brings traffic to a crawl driving mobility scooter down busy dual carriageway

The nerve-wracking incident was captured on video

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JOHN MURDOCH'S DRIVE TIME: We get behind the wheel of an all-new Mazda and pass on dark winter day driving tips from GEM

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Its looks offer a fresh take on the handsome Mazda6 which was available across three generations from 2002 to 2023 and was popular in the UK and Europe.

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Highway Code rule change drivers 'still get wrong' three years on

The Highway Code was updated in 2022 but some drivers are still getting it wrong

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DVSA explains why photo of your car will be taken during MOT

Several details of your vehicle are verified during an MOT test

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Dipped headlight Highway Code rules amid calls for 'dazzling headlights' change

The government is set to re-examine the situation with drivers complaining about dangerous lights

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Drivers told how to avoid headlight dazzle as motorists call for change

Drivers have called for action over the danger on UK roads

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Government 'to look at' design of car headlamps as drivers complain of dazzling LED lights

A Department of Transport report into the issue of super bright headlights was due to be published in the summer

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Mum's new electric Audi 'quarantined' after battery fault posed major fire risk

Mum Sarah had been driving around in the car with her two kids unaware of the risk from the lithium battery.

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JOHN MURDOCH'S DRIVE TIME: We find that KGM is adding hybrid power to its Torres SUV range and VW is ending combustion power in luxury Touareg SUV flagship

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The KGM powertrain supports nine different driving modes, including EV mode, HEV mode and engine drive mode.

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Diabetics alert as strict DVLA rules could see drivers punished

The DVLA has guidance highlighting the numerous conditions that could impact your ability to drive safely and must be reported

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DfT update over calls to ban 'blinding' LED car headlights

Department for Transport report is due after concerns raised by opticians over dangers from new bright lights

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Motorist jokes about way to avoid speeding tickets but people aren't impressed

Dangerous driving

A woman has shared a humorous 'hack' to avoid getting a speeding ticket, but some people have been left fuming over the 'dangerous' advice as the scolded the motorist over her joke

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Drivers at risk of £1,000 fine if they ignore this key letter

Motorists could be sent a Section 172 notice and a Notice of Intended Prosecution (NIP) if it is believed they're vehicle was used to commit an offence, such as speeding or a red light camera offence

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Use two buttons to warm the car up in minutes this winter

Having both buttons on can make the process much quicker on cold mornings

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UK drivers hit by £2,494 bill after problem soars

Aviva warns of risks to cars from a growing issue and added it gets worse 'in winter months'

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Motability Scheme issues new update for people on PIP or all other disability benefits

Personal Independence Payments

Around 815,000 people across the UK are now leasing a vehicle or equipment through the Motability Scheme.

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People with a Blue Badge cannot park in these 11 places at any time of day or night

Full list of Blue Badge parking rules for people travelling in a vehicle as a driver or passenger.

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Drivers warned of an 'unlimited fine or imprisonment' if seen in 1 costume this Halloween

Drivers are being warned to avoid a common Halloween costume that could land them in hot water with the authorities and result in a hefty fine and possibly imprisonment.

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Driving through puddles could land you with £5,000 fine

Motorists who drive through puddles and splash pedestrians could face a fine of up to £5,000

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Motorists urged to do 'winter protection check' on vehicles to avoid forking out £850

It could save you a small fortune this winter

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'Easy to use' car tyre inflator that 'relieves pressure at air pumps' gets 25% cut

This handy device to ideal for storing in your car incase of emergencies.

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