Motorists 'should gain positive points for good driving'
A think tank has come up with a novel idea for drivers to avoid being given penalty points on their licence for speeding.
20th February 2008,
Filed in: Motoring
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First digital motorway signs introduced
Motorway drivers will this week get their taste of the future of signage as the first digital signs are installed to warn motorists of hazards ahead.
20th February 2008,
Filed in: Motoring
Firms 'making company cars safer'
Businesses are putting a bigger emphasis on car safety and ensuring their vehicles are roadworthy, it has been claimed.
15th February 2008,
Filed in: Motoring
Car 'to run on compressed air'
Plans to build a car which runs on compressed air are said to be underway after Indian carmaker Tata Motors struck a deal with French firm MDI.
18th February 2008,
Filed in: Motoring
Drivers don't know CO2 emissions
Most British motorists have no idea about the level of CO2 emissions that come from their car, according to new research commissioned by the Environmental Transport Association (ETA).
26th February 2008,
Filed in: Motoring
New EU car light directive 'barmy'
A new directive from the European Union requiring all new cars to drive with dipped lights during the day has been criticised as 'barmy', the Daily Express reports.
26th February 2008,
Filed in: Motoring
Improving car sound system 'most popular upgrade'
Upgrading the car sound system has been cited as the most popular upgrade among car owners, according to new research.
25th February 2008,
Filed in: Motoring
Breakdown firm outlines seven types of 'distressed' motorist
The AA has identified seven types of driving personalities its patrols will likely encounter when attending a breakdown.
25th February 2008,
Filed in: Motoring
Drivers urged to get green
Following a few simple 'green driving' rules can make a significant impact on the environment and drivers' hip pockets, according to the RAC.
25th February 2008,
Filed in: Motoring
New parking rules 'unfair' on drivers
Councils will soon start using CCTV to monitor parking infringements and then send a penalty through the post, leaving some legal experts saying that the new system is 'unfair', Which? has reported.
22nd February 2008,
Filed in: Motoring
Car demand on the up
Consumers eyeing new or used cars as their next large purchase are on the up, according to new figures released for March.
7th April 2008,
Filed in: Motoring
106-year-old car passes MOT
A classic car that was last driven before MOT even existed has passed the test with "flying colours".
4th April 2008,
Filed in: Motoring
AA to send breakdown help on scooters
Congestion in big UK cities such as London, Glasgow and Bristol has forced the AA to adopt some unorthodox methods to help speed up the gridlock caused by breakdowns, the Evening Times reports.
4th April 2008,
Filed in: Motoring
GM drives for better business
An initiative by the Department of Transport to encourage safe driving among staff in company fleet cars has been welcomed by General Motors UK (GM) after it said it would commit to becoming a 'champion' of the Driving for Better Business program, Easier.com has reported.
3rd April 2008,
Filed in: Motoring
Gadgets 'can distract drivers'
Safety experts are warning against making the car too gadget-friendly in the hope it will reduce the number of road accidents, the Earth Times reports.
2nd April 2008,
Filed in: Motoring
Road resurfacing wait 'frustrating'
There is an 11-year-old backlog of roads that need resurfacing, despite two and a half million roads being dug up in England and Wales last year, the BBC has reported.
2nd April 2008,
Filed in: Motoring
Interest increases in driving holidays
Long check-in times at airports are believed to be one of the main reasons for many Brits choosing to go on a driving holiday abroad during the coming May Bank Holiday, according to American Express Insurance Services.
Brits unprepared for European driving
Two thirds of Britons that drive abroad end up involved in some kind of accident, new research has found.
Drivers can make young passengers safer
As part of the soon approaching National Child Safety week, which runs from the 23rd to the 27th June, Hertsmere Environmental Health will provide drivers with car seat checks for their children.
Petrol stations run out of fuel
It has been reported that over 100 petrol stations in the UK have run out of fuel as the strike by oil tanker drivers begins to take its toll.
16th June 2008,
Filed in: Motoring
Britons urged to check cars before driving holidays
With millions of Britons considering a road trip this summer, drivers have been urged to check their cars for any potential problems before they go abroad to lower the risk of having any accidents.
Petrol costs 'forcing drivers out of work'
The increasing cost of petrol is leading those who drive to work to consider quitting their job, it has been claimed.
Women drivers to get self-defence advice
Female drivers are to be given tips on how to defend themselves from "road rage" attacks while driving, it has emerged.
New cars could cost an extra £300
Car drivers could pay up to an extra £200 when they buy a new car from a showroom because Brussels want all new cars to be fitted with more environmentally-friendly tyres, reports the Daily Telegraph.
11th June 2008,
Filed in: Motoring
Driving economically could cut fuel costs
European car drivers have been told that the way they drive their vehicles could have a major impact on both the cost of driving and the impact on the environment by the environmental car advice company Clean Green Cars.
10th June 2008,
Filed in: Motoring
Drivers offered cheap London parking
European car drivers that need to park their car in the busy streets of London can now do so for a 20p an hour.
Driving glasses could have car insurance impact
Motorists looking to make save money on their car insurance have been advised by recent research to drive in the correct glasses.
Dangerous drivers being clamped down on
Motorists in North Yorkshire concerned that they may have a motor accident with a dangerous vehicle, which could have consequences on their car insurance quote, can be reassured that the number of hazardous drivers are reducing following a road safety operation.
Number of motorists without car insurance increases
Worryingly for the government, the number of motorists hitting the roads with vehicles that are unregistered, not taxed, have no motor insurance or are not roadworthy has increased in the last year.
Speeding motorists given speed awareness option
Motorists that have been caught speeding are being given the opportunity to attend a speed awareness course to help them change their driving habits, reports the Wirral Globe.
Motorists can save money by inflating tyres
Motorists have been found to be wasting in excess of £1 billion a year by not making sure that their tyres are properly pumped up, it has been stated.
Cars may cost more to run than their value
Millions of motorists may have to face up to the reality that it may cost more to have a car on the road than the vehicle is actually worth.
Older motorists unfazed by rising driving costs
Motorists aged over 50 are not letting the increased cost of driving deter them from taking to the road.
18 million drivers unsure of road safety
Over 18 million British drivers believe they would fail their driving test if they had to sit it again now, it has been stated.
All learner drivers must now be accompanied
Learner drivers will have to abide by a new law on the road from today, as they have to be accompanied by a passenger who has held a licence for at least two years.
Sat navs to provide road safety warning
Drivers who use a sat nav when on the roads may soon be able to have access to road safety maps, it has emerged.
Penalty points have substantial car insurance impact
Having penalty points on a driving licence can cost a motorist £370 more than it would cost a driver with a clean licence, it has been found.
Taking away traffic lights 'could make roads safer'
Removing traffic lights from roads could help to make them safer, it has been stated.
Driving stress levels found out
Men are most likely to become stressed behind the wheel if they get caught in a traffic jam, new research has found.
Motorists given European car insurance warning
Motorists expecting to drive their car across the continent this summer have been told by AA Insurance to carefully check their car insurance policies to make sure they have adequate European car insurance.
Law-breaking drivers targeted by traffic squads
Motorists who don't want to see rises in their car insurance should make an extra effort to follow all rules on the road.
Motorists given list of cars and areas thieves target
Motorists who do not want to see hikes in their car insurance have been told of the locations where it is most likely that there vehicle will be stolen.
Parked car accidents affecting motor insurance
Some motorists are having to claim on their car insurance for an accident involving their vehicle when it is parked up, it has been revealed.
Over 55s suffer European road problems
More than two thirds of Brits aged over 55 have suffered some sort of problem when driving abroad, according to recent research from the Foreign and Commonwealth Office (FCO).
Celery among items stolen from cars
While many motorists would expect it more of a natural occurrence to claim on their car insurance for items such as a satnav or a CD player, new research has found a range of more unusual items which have led to a car insurance claim.
Drivers told of tiredness dangers
Drivers have been told of the excess risk of driving while tired and the impact it has on the brain.
East Anglia worst for windscreen damage
Motorists looking to cut down on the cost of their car insurance are advised to steer clear of East Anglia and the south of England as these are two locations where windscreen damage is most likely.
Driving test passed after 27 years of toiling
A 62-year-old woman has finally passed her driving test after 27 years of trying to don her L-plates.
Robinson facing hike in car insurance
After collecting a speeding ticket which took the points on her licence to 13, next year Anne Robinson will receive a car insurance quote which is 75 per cent more expensive than what it would have been if she had no points, it has been stated.
Poor eyesight could invalidate car insurance
Motorists who are driving around with poor eyesight are invalidating their car insurance, a new study has declared.
"Cash cow" speed camera ban plans
Motorists in Swindon could see the money they have to stump up for speeding fines used to improve local safety measures.
Birds could cause car insurance hike
Many motorists may be suffering hikes in their car insurance because of bird poo, according to new research.
Young and old drivers have least road knowledge
Young drivers tend to have to pay high car insurance premiums because of their inexperience of the road, but new research has discovered that those with the most experience aren't necessarily the most knowledgeable behind the wheel.
Motorists running on empty
As motorists are continually seeing the cost of fuel rise, many of them are unable to fill their tanks causing an increase in the number of vehicles breaking down on British roads.
Sat navs may cause car insurance increases
Sat navs could be the cause of a number of motorists getting caught in hazardous situations, due to their ability to send drivers in the wrong directions, according to Shifnal councillors.
Drivers warned to slow down through new device
A new approach to try and slow down motorists who break speed limits is being piloted in Essex.
Motorists told to take road care
Motorists have been advised to take extra care on the roads this summer as children break up for school and prepare for their summer holidays, states the Highways Agency.
Motorists told of sat nav rural road hazards
Over a quarter of European car drivers who use sat nav to help them find unfamiliar locations have stated that they follow the direction-aiding gadget even when it takes them down unsuitable paths, a survey has found.
Modifications not a 'bad' investment
Motorists who opt to spend their money on modifying their vehicles have been told that doing so is not necessarily a bad investment.
Car insurance 'not significantly' reduced by alarms
Motorists believing that adding extra safety features to their vehicles will drastically reduce the cost of their car insurance have been told that this may not necessarily be the case.
'Squabbling' children present car insurance risk
Parents who get behind the wheel have even more of a reason to have suitable car insurance, according to a new survey.
Reverse park your way to cheaper fuel
Car insurance customers seeking ways to lower the costs of driving have been told they could save up to £2 a week on fuel, simply by reversing their car into a parking space.
Owning right car can cut motoring costs
As well as shopping around for cheaper car insurance, motorists have been told of further ways to cut the costs of keeping a vehicle on the road, by an article in the Times.
Young drivers targeted through mobiles
Young motorists are being targeted by a new method to help improve their road safety, text messages sent to their mobile phones.
Schumacher runs over pedestrian
It isn't only the average driver who should make sure they take out car insurance in case they have an accident, even Formula One drivers are no strangers to the odd bit of rash driving.
Tougher sentences set for texting drivers
New penalties are to be enforced which would see drivers who cause death while sending or reading a text message face up to seven years behind bars.
4th August 2008,
Filed in: Motoring
Nissan announces "eco pedal"
Nissan cars are to come with a new "eco pedal" from next year, it has been announced.
5th August 2008,
Filed in: Motoring
London 'is still congested'
London's roads are still as congested as ever despite the implementation of a congestion charge in the city.
7th August 2008,
Filed in: Motoring
Poor roads 'leading to increase in punctures'
Car insurance customers could be faced with higher premiums due to poor road surfaces, it has emerged.
8th August 2008,
Filed in: Motoring
Drink-drive deaths drop 18%
The number of fatalities from drive and drive accidents fell by nearly a fifth last year, it has been announced.
8th August 2008,
Filed in: Motoring
Fuel back under £1.10 a litre
Motorists may want to start or continue buying their fuel from supermarket chain Morrisons, if they want to save money on the roads, according to reports.
11th August 2008,
Filed in: Motoring
European car insurance checks necessary
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Drink drivers will struggle for cheap car insurance
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New careless driving laws announced
A range of new careless driving laws announced today have been applauded by AA Insurance.
Careless driving laws should be 'increased to uninsured'
As new laws begin today to tackle careless drivers, Direct Line is calling for the legislation to be rolled out to also target uninsured drivers.
DSA target impersonator drivers
Impersonators, who sit driving tests on the behalf of others to improve their chances of gaining a driving licence, are being targeted by a new crackdown on the problem.
Parking costs could increase
If many motorists didn't already believe that the cost of staying on the road wasn't high enough, the costs of parking in a car park may also increase in the near future.
Motorists told of tyre importance
Having a vehicle's tyres pumped up to the correct level is not only necessary for legal purposes and to pass a MOT, the most important reason is to maintain the safety of car passengers and pedestrians, it has been stated.
21st August 2008,
Filed in: Motoring
Motorist given parking ticket despite having wheels stolen
A motorist who was unfortunate enough to have the wheels stolen from his car was frustrated for a second time when parking attendants added to his woes by slapping a parking ticket on the vehicle, reports the Daily Record.
Drivers given breakdown safety warning
All motorists have been advised by the Institute of Advised Motorists (IAM) on how to improve their road safety if their vehicle breaks down.
Adding 'nannies' boosts car insurance costs
Motorists on the look out for cheap car insurance may have to refuse adding their children's nannies to their policies as a named driver, according to new research.
Cars important for elderly
Having access to a car is an important contributor to wellbeing in old age, it has been stated.
New code of practice to thwart rogue garages
A new code of practice has been launched within the motor industry to provide motorists with reassurance that garages will offer a fair and honest service.
Range Rovers are cyclists' number one danger
Range Rover drivers could be one of the main sets of motorists who are most prone to car insurance hikes, after cyclists labelled them as taking over from the white van man as the worst motorists.
1st September 2008,
Filed in: Motoring
Motorists given advice for European driving
Having European car insurance does not make a driver immune to problems when driving on the continent, according to an article in the Independent.
Young drivers to be helped with Pass Plus
Young drivers in the north-east could improve their chances of finding cheaper car insurance by taking advantage of a training course being paid for by a local safety group, reports the Press and Journal.
Brits risk car insurance hikes by speeding
Four in every five Brits are running the risk of losing out on cheaper car insurance by speeding on motorways, according to new research.
Car insurance evaders split into two groups
There are two groups of people who drive around without car insurance, according to the AA, those who can't afford it and those who haven't got a driving licence.
Motorists avoid high emission cars in August
Thoughtful motorists are turning their attentions away from high emission cars because of the expense that comes with them, it has been stated.
Driver wrongly accused of having no car insurance
A newspaper reporter feels she has been treated like a criminal after being wrongly accused by police of driving with no car insurance, reports the paper for whom she works, the Bucks Free Press.
Mother fails driving test for splashing pedestrian
A mother from Blackley, a district of Manchester, is going to have to take her driving test again after failing for splashing a pedestrian, reports the Manchester Evening News.
8th September 2008,
Filed in: Motoring
Call for uninsured driver fine rise
A call has been made to increase the penalties given to uninsured drivers, after it is believed that the maximum fine falls far shorter than that received for other less potentially hazardous activities.
Police disappointed at speeding drivers
A police chief in Teeside has expressed his disappointment at the number of people caught speeding in the area.
9th September 2008,
Filed in: Motoring
Young drivers most honest about driving faults
Although young drivers are the most likely to have most recently past their driving tests, it is they who admit to having the most driving faults, according to new research.
Basic checks could help vehicle through MOT
Motorists who see their road costs hiked by failing their MOT have been told that carrying out some basic preparation before an MOT can improve their chances of a first time pass.
Young drivers affected by age, inexperience and gender
Age, inexperience and gender are the reasons that affect the safety of young drivers behind the wheel, it has been stated.
Modifiers need to update car insurance
Motorists keen to modify their cars have been told to make sure they have informed their car insurance company of the changes.
10th September 2008,
Filed in: Motoring
Drivers to be given lessons on greener motoring
New changes to the driving test are set to encourage motorists to make savings in their wallets, according to transport minister Jim Fitzpatrick.
Students given car safety tips
Young drivers preparing to begin their first term at university in the coming weeks have been advised to ensure that they carry their belongings to their new accommodation in a safe manner.
TV and film stars blamed for bad driving habits
Over a million UK motorists are blaming their bad driving habits on TV and film characters, according to new research.
Motorists to have whereabouts stored for five years
Millions of motorists will see their journeys followed by roadside cameras as the police try to increase their investigation of a host of crimes.
16th September 2008,
Filed in: Motoring
Blue badge fraudsters to be targeted
Car insurance customers who are illegally using a blue badge to park their vehicles are to be targeted, reports the BBC.
Parents warned to sort out car insurance
As thousands of young adults prepare to swan off to university in the coming weeks, parents have been advised to make sure that if their child is taking the car on the trip, to make sure that car insurance is correctly sorted out.
Car sharing drivers told to check insurance
Motorists have been advised to check to see if their car insurance allows them to complete certain car sharing journeys.
Drink driving could force pubs to remove road signs
Pubs across the country could be asked to tone down their advertising and take down road signs to encourage less people to drink and drive, reports the Publican.
19th September 2008,
Filed in: Motoring
Females more irritated by male car passengers
Female drivers get more annoyed with male passengers rather than the opposite way round, according to research.
Motorists told to refresh road sign memory
After the Department for Transport announced its intention last week to review traffic signs, motorists have been advised to make sure they understand the signs to improve their road safety.
22nd September 2008,
Filed in: Motoring
Drivers caught speeding around schools
Many irresponsible drivers in Peterborough are flouting with the law by risking the lives of children and breaking speed limits around a local primary school, reports Peterborough Today.
Over 15m drivers admit to road rage
Over 15 million UK motorists have admitted to a spell of rage rage when behind the wheel, according to new research.
Warranty countdown for 400,000 motorists
Over 400,000 motorists could see the costs of running their vehicles increase in the coming months as their car warranties are set to expire, it has been estimated.
Motorists driving around with damaged tyres
Many drivers are putting off changing their damaged car tyres as the credit crunch increases the strain on their finances, it has been stated.
Birthday could have safe driving impact
Motorists who tend not to have the best of luck when it comes to all things driving, may find they were born on the wrong day, according to new research.
Football fans hit by fuel rises
Avid football fans who follow their team all over the country are having to put up with a 26 per cent rise in petrol prices to do so, new research has claimed.
Britain's Worst Driver wants to past test
Motorists in Peterborough may soon have to contend with a new woman given the dubious tag of Britain's Worst Driver on their roads, reports Peterborough Today.
7th October 2008,
Filed in: Motoring
Motorists in need of road sign revision
Many motorists may need to undergo some road sign revision as almost one in four of the population do not know their meanings, new research has found.
Credit crunch rekindles desire for family holidays
Although the credit crunch is playing havoc with the finances of many families, it has helped to rekindle the family holiday, new research has found.
Lawyer taking speed cameras to the High Court
Many speed cameras have not been properly approved by parliament meaning that they are unlawful, it has been stated by a legal campaigner.
1st October 2008,
Filed in: Motoring
New average speed cameras set for next year
Speeding motorists could risk having to fork out more for their car insurance next year as they are more likely to be caught breaking the law.
9th October 2008,
Filed in: Motoring
Economic driving is 'not' a short-term fix
Motorists who have learned to drive in a more economic manner to reduce their costs on the road will continue to do so to combat rising energy costs, it has been stated.
Men more 'risky' on the roads
New research may have finally put an end to the battle of the sexes debate regarding which gender are the better drivers.
Young men better at junctions than women
Young male drivers cope better at busy junctions compared with their female counterparts, new figures have stated.
13th October 2008,
Filed in: Motoring
Motorists believe car gadgets are 'distracting'
Many motorists may opt against using car gadgets as new research reveals that they distract many drivers as well as help them.
Police humour provided to speeding motorists
Speeding motorists don't only have to put up with possible points on their licence and a fine if caught by the police; they also have to contend with some interesting humour.
Campaign group calls for identical speed cameras
A road safety campaign group has urged all police speed camera vehicles to be painted the same colour to prevent motorists becoming confused.
Motorists told to be aware of autumn road hazards
Motorists looking to keep the costs of a car insurance quote down have been advised to be aware of the different hazards brought on by changing road conditions in autumn.
14th October 2008,
Filed in: Motoring
Motorists forget to switch on headlights
A large number of motorists are putting their safety at risk because of an elementary error when driving in the dark, new research has concluded.
15th October 2008,
Filed in: Motoring
Brit motorists offered winter road safety tips
British drivers have been offered some tips on how to prepare correctly and make sure they are as safe as possible when taking to the icy roads of the winter.
Eco cars offer savings
Motorists looking to save money in the current financial climate could do so by buying a greener car, according to the Which? Complete Guide to Greener Driving.
Motorists regularly breaking speed limits
Almost three quarters of British drivers regularly speed when behind the wheel, a survey from The Co-operative Insurance has found.
Illegal drivers in France face big punishments
Motorists caught driving in France without European car insurance can expect to have to pay a fine of almost £2,898, according to an article in the Telegraph.
17th October 2008,
Filed in: Motoring
Motorists and cyclists given accident improvement advice
Motorists looking to lower their car insurance quote have been given some worthy advice on how to prevent their chances of becoming involved in an accident with a cyclist.
Female drivers take liking to gadgets
Many women drivers would choose to have electronic gadgets at the top of their wish lists for must-have options in a new car, new research has found.
Motorists want elderly driver re-tests
A large percentage of motorists believe that elderly drivers should be forced into taking some kind of regular driving test to prove they are fit for the roads.
21st October 2008,
Filed in: Motoring
Liverpool goalkeeper Reina fined for speeding
Celebrities and those with the capabilities of setting examples to others are no strangers to breaking the law, with Liverpool goalkeeper Pepe Reina the latest to be caught speeding.
Motoring costs increase in past 12 months
It has been estimated that the annual cost of running a car has risen by around 13.55 per cent when compared with last year.
22nd October 2008,
Filed in: Motoring
Motorists told to be responsible
Motorists have been told to be responsible enough to take good care of their vehicles over the winter months to avoid rises in car insurance claims.
Tyre safety initiative backed
An initiative to help motorists improve their road safety has been applauded by over 50s car insurance company RIAS.
Swindon ditches speed cameras
Motorists in Swindon will no longer have to worry about picking up a speeding fine as the town has abolished the use of fixed-point speed cameras.
Car insurance risks as clocks go back
Motorists have been warned to up their attention spans on the road in the coming weeks to continue the general trend of accident increases occurring when the clocks go back.
24th October 2008,
Filed in: Motoring
Elderly drivers are not all the same
It would be impossible to bring in any measures which question the safety of older motorists as there is a problem with tarnishing everyone with the same brush, it has been stated.
Sat navs to be more than a mapping device
Sat navs are only currently used by motorists to get them from A to B when they don't know the way, however within three years they could have a pivotal role to play in road safety.
27th October 2008,
Filed in: Motoring
Trackers disabled by 'jamming'
Canny thieves have developed a new technique to disable a car tracker making it impossible to use one to locate the whereabouts of a missing vehicle, it has been stated.
Car sharing incentives should be offered
Incentives such as car sharing lanes need to be offered to many motorists to increase the appeal of sharing their vehicle with a fellow passenger, new research has found.
20mph speed limits should be "urgently" enforced
Motorists should be forced to drive at 20 miles per hour in cities and towns to decrease the number of deaths caused by road accidents, according to Wales Green Party lead euro candidate Jake Griffiths.
Motorists warned about tyre tread importance
Motorists have been advised that making sure the tread depth on their tyres is at a suitable level is an important part of acquiring cheap car insurance.
29th October 2008,
Filed in: Motoring
Halloween may spook UK drivers out, RAC warns
British motorists have been warned that they could be in for a real fright this Halloween as they are faced with the tough challenges posed by the seasonal driving conditions.
31st October 2008,
Filed in: Motoring
Stats show impact of no seatbelt
One life is being lost every day as a result of car users not putting on their seatbelt when they get into a vehicle, new statistics have found.
Motorists may need "re-convincing" of hard shoulder idea
Motorists may need to be "re-convinced" if they are to pay for the benefit of using the hard shoulder during busy periods, it has been stated.
3rd November 2008,
Filed in: Motoring
Motorists given icy weather advice
Motorists who are likely to frequently hit the roads as they become icier have been offered some advice on how to improve their road safety in the difficult conditions.
4th November 2008,
Filed in: Motoring
Government could help lower motoring costs
The onus is on the government to help make the costs of motoring less as it has the capabilities of making fuel cheaper, according to a spokesman from the Association of British Drivers.
Fault in accident leads to car insurance increase
A motorist who is declared to be at fault in an accident could see their future car insurance quote rise by as much as 60 per cent, new research has found.
Drivers told to stay calm
Drivers have been offered some advice on how to stay cool, calm and collected on the roads, as rising stress levels could increase the chances of an accident.
Eco-driving offers financial and health benefits
Improvements financially and in a driver's road safety are among the key reasons why a motorist should drive more economically, a driving examiner believes.
Motorists failing to wear seatbelts
More than one in ten motorists (12 per cent) admit to not wearing a seat belt when driving short distances because they do not think they will be involved in a road accident, new research has found.
Motorists changing their car buying plans
As the economic crisis in the UK continues, many motorists will be toning down when it comes to their car buying plans in the coming months, according to new research.
Win or lose motorists should pay legal bills for speeding
Motorists should be forced to pay their legal bills when they challenge a speeding ticket even if they win their case, it has been stated.
Road casualty reduction aided by high fuel prices
The high fuel prices that have especially hit motorists in recent months have been touted as the main reason for a reduction in road casualty figures.
Clearing boot offers financial savings
Many motorists are increasing their car running costs by not clearing unneeded baggage out of the boot of their vehicles, according to The Energy Saving Trust.
New vehicles provide fuel cost savings
Drivers could significantly lower their fuel costs by owning a relatively new vehicle alongside developing some simple driving techniques, it has been stated.
Leaves could lead to motoring expense
Falling leaves could play a major role in many cars breaking down and needing expensive repairs, according to the Institute of Advanced Motorists (IAM).
10th November 2008,
Filed in: Motoring
Motorists offered financial savings tips
There are many things that a motorist can do to help reduce their driving costs, it has been stated.
10th November 2008,
Filed in: Motoring
Speeding commuters caught thanks to resident complaints
Resident complaints in Plymouth have led to many motorists being caught speeding down a busy trunk road, regularly used by schoolchildren, reports This is Plymouth.
Cost to run main concern of motorists
A larger number of motorists are now highlighting the cost of a car to run as being of primary importance when buying a new vehicle, it has been stated.
ABD against average speed cameras
Reports made over the weekend, which stated that average speed cameras are "fairer" than fixed ones, have failed to be backed by the Association of British Drivers (ABD).
12th November 2008,
Filed in: Motoring
Motorists avoiding roadside breakdown cover
Almost a third of motorists are risking getting stranded in the cold this winter by not having any roadside breakdown cover, recent figures have revealed.
Drivers suffer through own bad habits
Many drivers only have themselves to blame for having to pay expensive repair bills, according to recent research.
Almost half of motorists know a drink-driver
Almost half of all motorists know a fellow driver who drinks and drives, according to an AA Populus poll.
Grey cars most prone to breakdowns
Superstitious motorists may want to avoid buying grey vehicles, as cars of this colour tend to be the most prone to breaking down, according to new research.
14th November 2008,
Filed in: Motoring
Motorists want speed cameras out
After the recent move by Swindon Borough Council to ditch their speed cameras, other motorists across the country are calling for similar changes, according to a new survey.
17th November 2008,
Filed in: Motoring