3-Minute Windscreen Rule or £100 Fine Warning
Motorists must clear frosty windscreens within three minutes using proper heating techniques to avoid £100 fines and penalty points, as icy conditions pose safety risks.
Category : Traffic Updates
Two Injured in Wednesbury Crash, Police Tape Off Road
A road in Wednesbury was sealed off by police following a collision between a van and car. One man was hospitalised while another received on-site treatment from paramedics.
Cycling UK Calls for Highway Code Campaign as Rules Ignored
Cycling UK urges government to fund new awareness campaign as drivers continue to ignore updated Highway Code rules designed to protect vulnerable road users.
Midlands Snow Alert: 500-Mile Winter Bomb Approaches
Weather maps reveal a significant 500-mile snow system targeting the UK, with multiple Midlands towns expected to face heavy snowfall from Friday through next week.
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Speed Cameras and Pavement Parking Crackdown in West Midlands
West Midlands Combined Authority announces new road safety measures including average speed cameras, red light cameras, and pavement parking enforcement to reduce collisions.
Driving Instructor's Fuel-Saving Tip Cuts Costs by 15%
Annie Winterbourn, a former driving instructor, explains how smoother acceleration and braking can significantly reduce fuel consumption, with the RAC supporting this advice for more economical driving.
A40 Westway Shut for Month from March 20
Transport for London confirms the A40 Westway will close for essential safety renewal work from March 20 to late April, affecting 100,000 daily drivers and 33 bus routes.
UK's Biggest Motoring Law Changes in Decades Proposed
The UK Government has unveiled a major road safety strategy, proposing radical changes including a lower drink-drive limit, stricter eyesight tests for over-70s, and a widespread pavement parking ban across England.
UK Drivers Await Fuel Finder Impact from New Rules
Motorists face an anxious wait as the new Fuel Finder scheme launches across UK forecourts, promising transparency but not immediate price cuts.
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Petrol Car Drivers Face 18p Per Mile Charges
New analysis reveals petrol car drivers face fuel costs up to 18p per mile, with larger engine vehicles over 2000cc costing significantly more to run than smaller models.
Diesel Drivers Hit by 16p Per Mile Charges
New analysis reveals diesel drivers in England are paying up to 16p per mile for fuel, significantly more than electric vehicle running costs, with variations based on engine size and driving habits.
Lorry Driver Caught Twice on Phone by Police in Unmarked Cab
A dangerous lorry driver was caught twice using his mobile phone at the wheel during a police operation using an unmarked lorry cab on the A38 in the Midlands.
Older Drivers Hit by Triple Tax Changes in April
Older drivers will face three major Vehicle Excise Duty increases from April 2026, including higher rates for pre-2001 cars, luxury vehicle surcharges, and new fees for electric vehicles.
13 New Tax Bands for Cars Registered After 2017
A detailed breakdown of the 13 new vehicle tax bands for petrol and diesel cars registered after April 2017, including CO2-based rates, diesel surcharges, and luxury car fees.
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Midlands Snow Alert: 450-Mile Arctic Blast Hits UK
A massive 450-mile snowstorm is forecast to blanket 29 UK towns and cities from February 16, with Midlands areas including Birmingham facing significant snowfall and icy temperatures.
59 Car Models Hit by £5,690 Tax Rise in April
A staggering £2,745 increase in Vehicle Excise Duty for 59 models emitting over 255g/km CO2. Full list of affected cars from Audi to Rolls-Royce.
£200 Car Tax Hike Confirmed for Drivers from April 2026
The Government is set to confirm new vehicle excise duty rates, with most drivers facing a £200 annual tax payment. Electric vehicle owners will also be impacted.
Snow Forecast for Midlands This Weekend
Weather maps show significant snowfall heading for the Midlands from Friday, with Scotland potentially seeing up to 51 inches. The cold snap is expected to last through Tuesday.
Road Tax 2026 Increase Confirmed: Key Details
The UK Government has confirmed Vehicle Excise Duty increases for 2026, including new per-mile charges for electric and hybrid vehicles, with rates rising in line with inflation.
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New £300 Charge for Drivers Doing 10,000 Miles Announced
Chancellor Rachel Reeves confirms a new pay-per-mile tax for electric and plug-in hybrid vehicles, with charges of up to £300 annually for high-mileage drivers from 2028.
£40 Fuel Savings for State Pensioners via New Scheme
England's state pensioners are set to benefit from £40 annual savings at petrol pumps through the government-backed Fuel Finder initiative, which mandates real-time price updates.
Birmingham Bus Lane Fines Surge After Camera Change
Thousands of drivers have been penalised on Broad Street after Birmingham City Council repositioned a bus lane camera to improve enforcement accuracy.
West Midlands Road Safety Commissioner Pushes Vision Zero
Dr Mat MacDonald, West Midlands Road Safety Commissioner, outlines ambitious plans to eliminate road deaths by 2040 through speed enforcement, infrastructure changes and sustainable transport promotion.
Hidden Cameras and Dashcams Transform Road Policing
Police forces across the UK are increasingly utilising dashcam footage and hidden camera technology to prosecute dangerous drivers, creating a new era of public-assisted road safety enforcement.
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DVLA Eyesight Licence Revocations in 2026
The DVLA will cancel driving licences in 2026 over eyesight conditions, with over 35,000 banned recently. New mandatory tests for over-70s may increase revocations.
Red Light Cameras Return to West Midlands After 14 Years
New red light cameras are set to be installed in the West Midlands to combat dangerous driving, part of a broader strategy aiming for zero road deaths by 2040.
A4545 Closed Near Airport Due to Flooding
The A4545 in the West Midlands is closed in both directions near Birmingham Airport due to severe flooding, causing major traffic disruption for travellers and businesses.
M6 Drug Driver Arrested After Police Tactical Stop
Staffordshire Police arrested a driver suspected of drug driving on the M6 motorway following a reported incident. The passenger was also wanted by authorities.
Family Urges Mandatory Driving Retests Every Decade
A grieving family calls for all drivers to retake tests every 10 years after a fatal crash involving an older motorist, sparking a national safety debate.
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New Rules Proposed to Tackle Dazzling Headlights
The UK government is considering new driving regulations to address the growing problem of blinding headlights, following research showing 92% of motorists have been dazzled.
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