The M1 motorway is closed in both directions between Leicester and Loughborough after a car crashed off a bridge, colliding with a van below. Emergency services are on scene with significant delays reported.
The RAC warns UK drivers have paid an extra £27 on average for diesel since February, with petrol up £14, due to ongoing Middle East tensions affecting oil prices.
Warwickshire Police stopped a Motability BMW 218i allegedly traveling over 100mph on the M6 near Corley. The driver faces court for speeding and no insurance, with the car likely not returned due to misuse and poor condition.
Forecourt operators report a dramatic increase in No Means of Payment incidents, now accounting for two-thirds of all fuel crime across UK petrol stations.
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A coroner's report urges the government to close a driving licence loophole for foreign nationals after a pensioner was killed by a Nigerian driver who failed UK tests.
A significant legal reform took effect on March 22, 2026, allowing courts to suspend prison sentences of up to three years for serious driving offences, including causing death or injury.
An elderly woman sustained serious injuries after being struck by a car on Dudley Road near Rotton Park Road in Birmingham. Emergency services responded, causing significant traffic disruptions and bus diversions.
A new survey reveals 47% of UK motorists believe touchscreen dashboards are more distracting than physical buttons, as safety bodies worldwide begin to regulate the technology.
Petrol drivers with unleaded cars in England are now facing costs of up to 18p per mile as fuel prices surge. The average cost of ultra low sulphur unleaded petrol reached £1.357 per litre in March 2026, contributing to rising motoring expenses across the
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Chancellor Rachel Reeves announces pay-per-mile tax for electric and plug-in hybrid vehicles starting April 2028, with long-distance commuters facing up to £450 in additional charges.
Motorists in Birmingham are advised to refuel petrol and diesel vehicles before 5pm on Thursday to avoid anticipated price increases later in the week, as experts warn of rising costs following the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz.
Heavy goods vehicles now face increased Vehicle Excise Duty and HGV road user levy charges, with rates based on weight and emissions standards from April.
Motorists could pay an extra £100 next year due to planned fuel duty increases, with costs potentially rising to £360 by 2029 amid global tensions.
Drivers face up to 35-minute delays on the M6 southbound near Spaghetti Junction following a multi-vehicle crash involving five cars, with lane closures and recovery work ongoing.
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Barney Walsh, co-host of BBC Gladiators and son of Bradley Walsh, has been disqualified from driving for six months after exceeding a temporary speed limit on the M4 motorway in his Mercedes-Benz SUV.
A man has been taken to hospital after a collision near Birmingham Airport caused a car to overturn, blocking a major route in Bickenhill during the incident.
Anne Beckwith-Smith, Princess Diana's longest-serving lady-in-waiting, has been disqualified from driving for six months after accumulating 12 penalty points for speeding in Wiltshire.
UK petrol prices have soared to nearly 155p per litre, marking a 20p increase since the start of the Iran conflict. Diesel prices also reach record highs, with drivers facing significant fuel cost pressures.
Petrol and diesel prices have soared across the UK, with northern England experiencing the sharpest increases. Diesel prices have jumped over 34% in some areas, adding £26 to fill a tank.
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Petrol and diesel costs have surged in March, but a new ceasefire in the Middle East offers potential relief. Experts warn the situation remains volatile.
A motorcyclist is fighting for his life in hospital following a serious collision with a car on Hagley Road West in Oldbury. Police have appealed for witnesses.
New research reveals a generational gap in navigation, with 90% of drivers using sat navs and young motorists struggling to navigate without technology.
Petrol prices have jumped 3p per litre in five days to 157.02p, while diesel nears record highs, adding £26 to fill a 55-litre tank amid Iran conflict impacts.
Northern Ireland's Graduated Driving Licence scheme, launching October 1, 2026, faces industry warnings of unpreparedness, with instructors citing lack of details and training.
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A motorcyclist is fighting for his life following a collision with a car on Hagley Road West in Oldbury. Emergency services responded to the scene, and the road remains closed as police appeal for witnesses.
Motorists are advised to skip using the air conditioning button during the heatwave to reduce fuel consumption by up to 15%, saving around £15 as oil prices rise.
Severe traffic disruptions are reported on the M42 near Tamworth following a multi-vehicle collision, causing extensive delays and lane closures during peak hours.
A major Birmingham commuter route, Hagley Road West, is shut at the Wolverhampton Road South junction in Quinton following multiple collisions, causing significant delays and bus diversions.
The DVSA is introducing a graduated fine system for drivers exceeding weight limits, with penalties ranging from £100 to £300 based on the severity of the overload.
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A 23-year-old Belgian man has been arrested following a serious collision on the M6 Toll on Good Friday. The crash involved a black Peugeot Partner van, with a 30-year-old passenger hospitalized with serious injuries.
