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25/11/24

Driving

Points Don’t Make Prizes!

How many penalty points have you got on your driver’s licence? Shocking data from the DVLA found that over 10,000 motorists in the UK still legally drive despite exceeding the standard threshold for penalty points!

The North Coast 500 Urges Visitors To Think Responsibly

25/11/24

Driving

The North Coast 500 Urges Visitors To Think Responsibly

Since its launch in 2015, the North Coast 500 has become a thing of legend, allowing drivers to explore the stunning coastlines, castles and diverse landscape of the Scottish Highlands. Now, visitors embarking on the renowned 216-mile route are being urged to sign a pledge that promotes responsible tourism and protects the local environment and communities.

01/11/24

Driving

Fake Prize Emails Scam AA Customers

The AA is warning consumers to be careful in the week of a large scam which has begun circulating whereby the offer of a fake emergency car kit given out for free to AA users has resulted in many becoming victims of a phishing scam.

01/11/24

Driving

1 in 3 Young Drivers Admit to Filming While Driving

A new survey has recently revealed that up to 30% of young people are filming themselves while they drive for the sake of creating social media content. The figures include those who are taking pictures and also those who are making full videos. Furthermore, 57% of those who confessed to this put the content on social media with no issues.

01/11/24

Driving

Car Insurance Due For Dramatic Overhaul

In a shocking move, car insurance is set to be replaced by a brand-new model and undergo a drastic overhaul. Instead of the traditional ratings for different types of groups in the world of car insurance, we will now see a brand-new vehicle risk rating scheme be introduced that uses specific criteria to allocate scores to vehicles and then decide how much insurance is required.

DVLA Digital Service Update Allows Motorists to Tax Vehicle Without Log Book and Tax Reminder Letter

01/11/24

Driving

DVLA Digital Service Update Allows Motorists to Tax Vehicle Without Log Book and Tax Reminder Letter

Motorists applying for a duplicate V5C (log book) can now tax their vehicle without needing to wait for their log book to arrive.

European Roads Prove Safer Than UK Roads

10/09/24

Driving

European Roads Prove Safer Than UK Roads

New studies confirm that drivers who have gone from the UK and visited Europe find that European roads are much better than their British counterparts.

10/09/24

Driving

Drivers Warned About New AI Cameras

Drivers have been warned about new cameras that came into affecting new areas of the UK recently with the stark warning that being caught by them could result in a fine of up to £1000 and six points on a driving license.