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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
The five best winter tyres

Seven of the best winter tyres for 2022

With snow falling, some drivers across the country are once again questioning whether or not this is the year to invest in winter tyres.
Published 17 November 2021
These are the nation's most hated parking manoeuvres

How to parallel park

Parallel parking can be a daunting manoeuvre, so here’s a guide on how to do it.
Published 16 November 2021
Driving advice for Advanced Stop Lines (bike boxes)

Are you allowed to stop your car in bike boxes?

The law on entering an Advanced Stop Lines for drivers and motorcyclists.
Published 15 November 2021
VAN 1TY: five-fold rise in personalised numberplates

How to add a private plate

There can be a lot of reasons why you might want to add a private plate to your car. Here we explain how you go about it.
Published 12 November 2021
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What to do if you hit a parked car

What to do if you hit a parked car - the rules, laws and tips to avoid penalty points, fines and more.
Published 12 November 2021
What are the drink drive limits in the UK?

What are the drink drive limits in the UK?

All you need to know about drink drive limits, the punishments and what the differences are between Scotland and the rest of the UK.
Published 11 November 2021
Can you park on single or double yellow lines?

Parking on yellow lines explained

Yellow lines mark the edges of roads where local authorities don't want you to park, but what is the law on the subject?
Published 10 November 2021
Will my car's automatic stop-start system drain the battery of power?

Will stop-start system drain the battery?

Our experts address readers' technical and consumer issues
Published 09 November 2021

How to repair scratches and scuffs

After one of our own cars was involved in a low-speed scrape, Driving got in touch with ChipsAway to witness the specialist repair process...
Published 09 November 2021

Driving in bus lanes

It can be illegal to drive in bus lanes at certain times and it carries a fine.
Published 29 October 2021
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Driving without car insurance is illegal in UK

Drivers often complain about high cost of car insurance but is essential to have if you want to legally drive a car in the UK.
Published 25 October 2021