Driving examiners offered £5,000 to stay in role
The DVSA is offering £5,000 retention payments to driving examiners and banning bots from bookings in a major shake-up to clear the record driving test backlog.
The DVSA is offering £5,000 retention payments to driving examiners and banning bots from bookings in a major shake-up to clear the record driving test backlog.
A new petition demands mandatory 20-year sentences for fatal drug-driving offences and permanent licence bans. The government must respond if it reaches 10,000 signatures.
A driver has been banned and hit with a £460 fine for travelling at 68mph on the M4 and M5. Learn the consequences of speeding and how to avoid penalties.
UK motorists warned that failing to clear car condensation could breach Highway Code rule 229, leading to a £2,500 fine. Experts reveal a simple salt hack to solve the problem.
New UK driving test rules aim to slash average 21.8-week waiting times by stopping bot bookings and deploying military examiners. Learn how these changes affect learner drivers.
Royal Mail's Saturday second-class delivery pilot is underway. Get the latest on the service changes, Ofcom's £21 million fine, and what it means for you.
HMRC warns self-employed workers have 100 days until the January 31 Self Assessment deadline. File your tax return early to avoid penalties starting at £100 and escalating quickly.
The EU has approved new driving licence rules, including digital licences and stricter penalties, aiming for zero road deaths by 2050. Discover the changes.
Drivers risk a £1,000 fine for misted windscreens. Fixter experts reveal why using your car's air con in November prevents this and saves on costly repairs.
The DVSA warns learner drivers their theory test will be cancelled without a valid provisional licence. New data reveals a surge in automatic tests as the 2030 EV deadline nears.
Millions of UK drivers can now bin their paper counterpart as DVLA embraces digital revolution. Find out how this affects you and what you need to know about the new system.
A Birmingham resident's fight against what he called a 'stupid' parking ticket escalated dramatically when he faced potential imprisonment after court officials mistook his case for a more serious offence.
The Northern Belle, dubbed Britain's poshest train, is bringing a new era of luxury rail travel to Birmingham with seven carriages of 1930s elegance and fine dining experiences.
Millions of motorists could be hit with daily fees up to £59 as multiple councils roll out Clean Air Zones targeting older vehicles in city centres. Find out if your vehicle is affected.
Discover Chuku's, Birmingham's first Nigerian tapas restaurant, bringing vibrant West African flavours and contemporary dining to the city's historic Jewellery Quarter.
Millions of British motorists could be hit with £250 penalties and invalid insurance under proposed MOT changes. Discover how this affects you and when these rules might take effect.
UK motorists face hefty £1,000 penalties for obscured number plates during autumn months. Essential reading for every driver to avoid unexpected fines.
A reckless driver caused major disruption on the M6 after using the wrong lane to overtake police cars, leading to a dramatic chase and hours of traffic chaos in the West Midlands.
Millions of motorists across Britain could be hit with hefty penalties for parking too close to pedestrian crossings under updated traffic regulations. Here's what you need to know to avoid fines.
New fireworks restrictions sweeping across the UK could see residents facing penalties up to £5,000 as councils crack down on anti-social behaviour and safety concerns.
UK motorhome and campervan drivers face new legal requirements that could result in £1,000 fines and penalty points. Discover the crucial rule changes affecting vehicle categories and driving licences.
Major Highway Code changes coming November 1st give pedestrians new rights at junctions. Discover how this affects your driving and could impact insurance claims.
Major motoring rule change comes into force this week as drivers face £300 penalties for common window offence. Essential reading for all UK motorists.
Major Highway Code changes coming this Tuesday will affect all UK motorists. Discover the new hierarchy of road users and how it impacts your driving responsibilities.
Drivers are being warned about a common 62p purchase that could lead to massive fines and invalidate insurance policies. Discover this hidden motoring danger and how to avoid costly penalties.
The AA settles the age-old winter driving debate with expert advice on quickly clearing your windscreen and staying safe on icy roads.
Motorists across the UK could significantly reduce fuel costs by properly using a common vehicle feature most drivers ignore. Experts reveal how this simple adjustment can lead to substantial savings.
The DVLA has issued a critical alert to all UK drivers about a simple mistake that could lead to massive fines and invalid insurance. Discover how to protect yourself from financial disaster.
Exclusive data reveals shocking disparities in driving test success rates across West Midlands test centres, with some locations seeing fewer than one in three learners pass their practical exam.
Shocking new research reveals millions of British motorists lack confidence in basic driving skills during challenging conditions like night driving and motorways.