The Dazzling Danger of Modern Car Headlights
Stephen Collins' cartoon highlights the blinding issue of ultra-bright LED headlights. Discover why drivers are struggling and what it means for road safety in the UK.
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Debate: Should UK speed cameras be hidden?
A new road safety debate questions if visible speed cameras undermine limits. As consultations open, drivers and campaigners clash over the best path to safer streets.
Woman jailed for fatal 85mph crash killing three friends
Jorja Colville sentenced to 3 years 10 months for causing deaths of three young men in high-speed Falkirk collision. Read the full court details and police statement.
Family Campaigns for Stricter Driver Eyesight Tests
A son demands urgent reform of UK driving licence laws after his mother was killed by a driver with severe eyesight issues. His 'Sight Safe' campaign calls for mandatory eye tests.
Driver jailed for killing 'larger-than-life' Croydon barber
David Haggard sentenced to six years for causing death by dangerous driving after fatal collision on Croydon Lane in March 2023. Read the full story.
Government Lowers Drink-Drive Limit in Safety Strategy
The UK government announces a new road safety strategy, lowering the drink-drive limit in England and Wales and introducing eye tests for over-70s. Aim: cut road deaths by 65% by 2035.
New Road Safety Plans 'Not Enough' Say Bereaved Families
Bereaved families and the AA criticise the government's new road safety strategy as insufficient, calling for Graduated Driving Licences to protect young drivers.
New Road Safety Plan 'Misses Opportunity' to Protect Youth
The government's new road safety strategy promises eye tests for over-70s and a lower drink-drive limit, but bereaved families and the AA say it fails to protect young motorists. Read why campaigners demand more.
Gov Road Strategy & Trump Diplomacy: Key Plans for UK Drivers
The UK government's new road safety strategy, impacting every driver, is unveiled. Plus, navigating Trump's unpredictability and an AI surge in Parliament. Listen to the full podcast analysis.
New road safety plan criticised by AA and bereaved families
The government's new road safety strategy proposes longer learning periods and lower drink-drive limits, but campaigners say it fails to protect young drivers. Read the full analysis.
New UK Road Safety Strategy: Lower Drink-Drive Limit
The UK government unveils its first major road safety plan in 20 years, lowering the drink-drive limit and proposing a 6-month minimum learning period. Critics say it fails to protect young drivers.
Learner drivers could face six-month test wait
The government proposes a mandatory 3-6 month learning period for new drivers in England and Wales to improve road safety. Find out how this could affect you.
Eye Tests for Over-70s Drivers Proposed in Safety Plan
UK government consults on mandatory eye and cognitive tests for drivers over 70 to improve road safety. New strategy aims to cut deaths by 65% by 2035. Read the full details.
Mandatory Eye Tests Proposed for Over-70s Drivers
The UK government's new road safety strategy, to be published Wednesday, proposes mandatory eye tests for drivers over 70 and higher fines for uninsured motorists. Aim: cut road deaths 65% by 2035.
Over-70s could face driving ban without eye tests
UK government plans mandatory eye tests for drivers over 70 to improve road safety. New strategy aims to cut deaths by 65% by 2035. Read the full details.
Driverless Car Pilots to Launch Across UK in 2026
Transport Secretary Heidi Alexander announces self-driving vehicle trials for 2026, claiming they will improve safety by eliminating human error like road rage and drink-driving. Read the full plan.
Experts debunk dangerous 'two-pint' driving rule
An alcohol coach dismantles the risky 'two-pint rule' for drivers. Discover why factors like body weight and beer strength make it an unreliable guide to staying legal.
Driver jailed for drinking Stella before crash
John Doocey, 30, sentenced to three years after video showed him opening a can of Stella Artois moments before a high-speed crash that seriously injured two passengers on the A133 in Essex.
Chris Rea dies aged 74 after short illness
The music world mourns the loss of Chris Rea, singer of the festive classic 'Driving Home For Christmas', who has died at 74. Read his remarkable story.
Uber and Lyft plan driverless taxi trials in London for 2026
US ride-hailing giants Uber and Lyft, partnering with China's Baidu, will launch autonomous taxi trials in London in 2026, marking a major step in the UK's self-driving revolution. Discover the details and implications.
Chris Rea, Driving Home For Christmas singer, dies aged 74
British music legend Chris Rea, famous for Driving Home For Christmas, has died aged 74 after a short illness. Read the full tribute to his life and career.
Singer Chris Rea dies aged 74 after short illness
British music legend Chris Rea, famed for his hit 'Driving Home for Christmas', has died at 74. His family confirmed the news following a short illness. Read the full tribute.
Baidu's Driverless Taxis Coming to London in 2026
Chinese tech giant Baidu plans to launch its self-driving Apollo Go taxis in London in 2026, partnering with Lyft and Uber. The vehicles feature luxury amenities like massage seats and panoramic roofs.
Two teens die in Surrey Tesla crash, driver arrested
Two teenagers have died and a third is critically injured after a Tesla crashed into a tree in Surrey. Police are appealing for witnesses and footage.
Two teens killed in Hurst Green Tesla crash
Two young men have died and another is critically injured after a white Tesla collided with a tree in Hurst Green, East Sussex. A 30-year-old man has been arrested.
Driving Examiner Shortage Causes 22-Week Test Waits
A mass exodus of DVSA driving examiners and a flawed booking system have created a national crisis, with average test waits hitting 22 weeks. Discover why the government's 7-week target is now delayed until 2027.
4-Step Method to Defrost Your Windscreen in Seconds
A mechanic reveals a clever four-step method to quickly clear frost from your windscreen using your car's own systems. Learn the expert tips to save time and avoid fines this winter.
Waymo's driverless cars coming to 20 London boroughs in 2026
Waymo has announced the 20 London boroughs where its autonomous Jaguar I-Pace vehicles will operate from 2026. Discover the future of transport in the capital.
Personal breathalysers: The essential festive driving gadget
As drink-drive limits tighten, a personal breathalyser like the AlcoSense Excel removes dangerous guesswork. Discover how this award-winning device works and why it might be crucial for UK motorists.
Premier's Husband Loses Licence for Drink Driving
Victorian Premier Jacinta Allan expresses shock as husband Yorick Piper is fined and loses his licence for three months after a morning drink-driving incident in Bendigo. Read the full story.
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