15-Minute City Driving Rules Spark Controversy
English towns and cities face new traffic filter rules allowing councils to use DVLA data for fines, with Oxford's pilot scheme drawing criticism from motoring groups and opposition politicians.
Category : Traffic Updates
Teen Injured in Birmingham E-Scooter Crash
A teenage boy has been taken to hospital following a collision between an electric scooter and a car at a busy Birmingham road junction on Saturday afternoon.
Amazon £14 Dehumidifier Bags Clear Car Windscreens
Amazon's VapourVanish reusable dehumidifier bags, reduced to £13.99, are being recommended by motorists to prevent morning condensation on windscreens and can also protect homes from moisture damage.
Snow Bomb to Hit Northern England and Scotland in 30 Hours
A major snow event is forecast to impact northern England and Scotland within 30 hours, with up to 72cm expected in some areas while southern regions remain largely unaffected.
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Car Tax Rise to £5,690 for Polluting Vehicles
Motorists face higher Vehicle Excise Duty rates from April 1st, with the most polluting petrol and diesel cars seeing costs rise to £5,690 in the first year.
Family Slams Driver's Denial After Student's Death
The family of Ryan Sandhu, killed by a speeding driver on the Aston Expressway, speak out against the 'pain and insult' of the perpetrator's initial not guilty plea.
Four Counties Escape UK Snow Bomb as West Midlands Hit
Weather maps reveal Devon, Cornwall, Dorset, and Somerset will avoid heavy snowfall expected to blanket much of England from February 7, while the West Midlands faces severe disruption.
UK Speeding Fines May Be Overturned After Camera Glitch
A technical fault in National Highways' variable speed limit cameras dating to 2019 could see thousands of speeding convictions overturned, with drivers potentially eligible for compensation.
UK Snow Warning: Full List of Areas Affected Monday
The Met Office has identified widespread snow across the UK for Monday, January 26, with a 459-mile span from Stoke to Ullapool. Flurries are expected from early morning through evening.
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Urgent Tyre Warning for 600,000 UK Drivers
A tyre expert issues a critical warning to over 600,000 UK motorists, emphasising tyre safety checks post-Christmas, with tips for learner drivers and the 20p test method.
Speed Camera Call for Coventry Roads After Incidents
Campaigners urge Coventry City Council to install average speed cameras on Duggins Lane, Tanners Lane and Station Avenue, citing traffic incidents and high speeds despite no serious injuries.
Birmingham Bans Pavement Parking for Safer Streets
Birmingham City Council reveals new powers to prohibit pavement parking across key areas, aiming to enhance accessibility for vulnerable residents and promote active travel.
Stop Windscreen Ice Using an Onion
Motoring experts reveal an unusual kitchen hack to prevent ice forming on car windscreens overnight, potentially saving drivers time and avoiding fines.
DVLA Warns 8 Million Drivers of Car Tax Hike
The DVLA has issued a warning to eight million motorists about Vehicle Excise Duty increases set for April 2026, with details sent via new Driver and Vehicles accounts.
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1 in 5 Drivers Break Road Laws in Emergencies
Over half of UK drivers believe it's acceptable to break road laws during emergencies, but experts warn all violations remain illegal and carry serious penalties including fines and vehicle seizure.
Two Counties Escape UK Snow Bomb as West Midlands Hit
Weather maps reveal only Cornwall and Devon will avoid heavy snowfall hitting the UK on January 27, while the West Midlands faces significant disruption from incoming winter conditions.
Mandatory Eye Tests Proposed for Elderly UK Drivers
The Labour government launches consultation on regular eye checks for drivers over 70, potentially affecting millions of older motorists' licences.
Birmingham Pavement Parking Slammed as 'Dangerous' by Police
West Midlands Police has issued a stark warning about dangerous pavement parking in Birmingham, sharing images of vehicles blocking pedestrian routes and creating blind spots at junctions.
Speed Camera Van Hotspots in West Midlands Revealed
New data exposes the West Midlands roads where police speed camera vans are most active, issuing thousands of fines to drivers caught speeding in high-risk areas.
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BST 2026: Clocks Go Forward Date Announced
The official date for the clocks moving forward to mark British Summer Time in 2026 has been confirmed, bringing lighter evenings and a shift in sunset times for Birmingham and beyond.
UK Faces -12C Arctic Blast in February Freeze
Weather maps indicate a severe -12C polar freeze will hit the UK on February 3, bringing heavy snow and wintry conditions across Scotland and northern England.
Driver Jailed for Fatal 'Maniac' Crash on Aston Expressway
Saqlane Zafar has been sentenced to 15 years for causing the death of student Ryan Sandhu in a high-speed collision on Birmingham's A38(M), described by the judge as 'as bad as it can get'.
West Midlands Snow: 6.4cm Forecast for Staffordshire Towns
Weather maps reveal widespread snowfall across the West Midlands on January 27, with Birmingham, the Black Country, and Staffordshire facing accumulations up to 6.4cm in Uttoxeter.
Life-Changing Injuries in Castle Bromwich Crash
A woman sustained serious, potentially life-changing injuries in a two-car collision on Chester Road in Castle Bromwich, requiring emergency extraction and hospital treatment.
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Eight English Counties Brace for Snow Next Week
Met Office forecasts wintry conditions returning to England with eight counties potentially seeing snow on Monday and Tuesday as colder easterly winds develop.
Midlands Snow Warning: 36-Hour Blizzard Forecast
The Midlands faces a severe winter storm with up to 27 inches of snow predicted across the UK, starting Monday evening and peaking on Tuesday.
Fuel Duty Hits £18.5bn as EV Demand Slows
HMRC data reveals fuel duty receipts reached £18.5 billion between April and December 2025, marking the first increase in two years amid concerns about slowing electric vehicle adoption.
Storm Ingrid: Costly Car Repair Warning for Drivers
UK drivers warned to protect vehicles from Storm Ingrid's heavy rain and 60mph winds to avoid expensive damp repairs, mould health risks, and insurance issues.
Highway Code Audiobook Aids Sleep Learning
Drivers can now learn new Highway Code rules through a bedtime story audiobook narrated by Vicki Butler-Henderson, backed by sleep science research.
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UK Snow Bomb: 25 Inches Forecast for 21 Counties
New weather models predict a major snow event hitting the UK from January 27, with 21 English counties facing significant snowfall and Scotland expecting up to 25 inches.
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