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Millions of motorists trapped in finance deals they can’t afford
A recent survey says over a quarter of UK drivers feel trapped within their car finance agreements because they can't afford the final...
Blue badge extended to people with ‘hidden’ disabilities
As part of the government’s initiative to build a society that works for people of all abilities, the Blue Badge scheme will extend to...
Tailgating voted the most annoying driving habit in the UK
Many years ago, owning a car was as much about pleasure as it was a means of transport, whole families went out for a ‘Sunday drive’,...
Vans to be banned from cities under radical transport plan
A radical new transport plan is currently being outlined by the government. It could see vans banned from city centres under measures to...
Here are the best and worst motorway service stations in England – according to UK motorists
Whether you view service stations as wellsprings of relaxation and rejuvenation—or an expensive last resort—may depend on which services...
Could compulsory eye tests every 10 years become a legal requirement for all drivers?
We as a nation are getting older; in 1970, the average life expectancy was 71.92 years, in 2015, that jumped to 81.60 years of age, and...
Pain at the pumps continues into the summer holidays
As we move into the summer holidays, when families start to go away for summer, what were the prices like for last month, and what does...
Insurance premiums fall by 11% since last year
News from global advisory, broking and solutions company, Willis Towers Watson says insurance premiums have fallen 11% since 2017. The...
Brexit no deal would force drivers to get a permit to drive in the EU
Brexit is on a fast-track to becoming one of the nation’s greatest disasters or triumphs, depending on your viewpoint. Even now, it’s a...
Electric car drivers to face same fuel price rip off as combustion
There is bad news on the horizon for electric car drivers as Government regulator Ofgem reveals plans to combat strain on the UK’s...
The priciest places to park in England
PetrolPrices recently wondered, as we’ve looked at the prices across the country for fuel many times, what the difference in cost across...
Are premium vehicles struggling with reliability?
J. D Power, the world leader and trusted advisor in consumer insights and brand performance has released their 2018 UK Vehicle...
New technology detects mobile phone use behind the wheel
The first ever road signs that can detect mobile phone use while driving are being trialled in Norwich and warn drivers that they are...
Road to Zero becomes Road to Hero
Another day, another report on how the UK Government are ‘leading the charge’ on Electric Vehicle Infrastructure. It has been suggested...
Nissan reveals false emissions and fuel economy tests
Just as we thought we had seen the back of the false emissions scandal, carmaker Nissan has admitted it has uncovered evidence of...
The most expensive place to drive a car in Britain revealed
A study by Privilege Car Insurance has revealed the most expensive places to drive in Britain. While we're aware property prices vary...
Ministers ‘seriously considering’ raising fuel duty after 8 years
The government is said to be seriously considering raising fuel duty after it being frozen for eight years and saving drivers over 13%...
Be wary of factors affecting resale value of your car
Cooper Solutions — a company who provide dealer management results for the automotive industry—have released their results of a poll...
‘Failure’ to tackle rip-off motorway service stations
Earlier this year, Transport Secretary Chris Grayling promised to take action with the motorway service stations that are charging...
More cities announce congestion charges in fight against diesel
In January of this year, the UK Government was issued a ‘final warning’ from the European Commission about the poor levels of air...
The 10 worst places in England for potholes revealed
Not only do potholes cause damage to our vehicles, but they can, and do, cause accidents, either from drivers hitting the potholes...
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