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One in five drivers hasn't read Highway Code in a decade

New Highway Code changes: what you need to know and what else is coming in 2022

Published 02 February 2022
By David Mullen
A number of new changes to the Highway Code went into effect from January 29 with the introduction of a new risk-based hierarchy of road users.

SORN rules explained

If don’t intend to drive for a period of time, you can save money by declaring their car off the road using a Statutory Off Road Notification.
Published 01 December 2021
Is it illegal to park on zig-zag lines outside schools?

Zig-zag lines explained

Yellow zig-zag lines on the road are most often seen outside schools, yet many motorists are still unsure as to what they mean.
Published 25 November 2021
Driver caught using laser jammers to avoid speeding tickets

Any fine for 1mph over the speed limit?

Breaking the speed limit doesn't necessarily mean that you'll receive a fine. We explain why.
Published 18 November 2021
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The law on parking on private land

Parking on private land in the UK is a contentious issue for drivers and landowners alike. Here we explain the ins and outs.
Published 17 November 2021
Pavement parking

Is it illegal to park on a pavement in the UK?

All you need to know about the legality of parking on the pavement, in London, Scotland and the rest of the UK.
Published 05 August 2021
Can you drive with a flat tyre?

Can you drive with a flat tyre?

Tyres are vital to the safety of your car. As the only part of the vehicle that touches the road, any defects or excessive wear can lead to...
Published 03 September 2018
Driver escapes £130 parking penalty for answering call of nature

Driver escapes fine for answering call of nature

A motorist in his eighties had a parking penalty ripped up after arguing that he had the right to park illegally to answer the call of nature.
Published 12 February 2018
Car Clinic: What do I need to know about Paris car emissions rules before driving there?

Car Clinic: What are the Paris emissions rules?

"I am driving to Paris and have heard of new anti-pollution rules in the city. Do I need to do anything before I set off?"
Published 04 July 2017
Car Clinic: My car was damaged by airport parking — what can I do?

Car Clinic: My car was damaged by airport parking

Our brand new car was damaged by an airport parking service but the company won’t pay up. What can we do?
Published 13 February 2017
Car Clinic: Can a child travel in a car without a car seat?

Car Clinic: Can a child travel without a car seat?

Q. I was asked to drive one of my eight-year-old daughter’s friends home in my car without a car seat. Is this legal?
Published 30 August 2016
Car Clinic: I had an accident but the third party's insurance may be void due to undisclosed health problem. What can I do?

Car Clinic: A third party's insurance may be void

My car was hit by a driver who admits responsibility but says he “blacked out”. His insurer won’t pay and is checking for an undisclosed health...
Published 09 August 2016
My parking ticket lists the wrong car — is it still enforceable?

My parking ticket lists the wrong car — is it still...

My parking ticket (issued on private land when I thought it was free to park) lists the wrong model and number. The car is on film. Is the ticket...
Published 28 June 2016