Motoring

Maybush Test Centre in Southampton.

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This is the reason why most Southampton learners fail their driving test

Wearing gloves, coats and scarves could impact your driving, and put you at risk of receiving a fine

Wearing gloves, coats and scarves could impact your driving, and put you at risk of receiving a fine

You could be fined £1,000 for driving in these winter clothes

Driving on UK roads without a valid MOT certificate is illegal, with motorists facing a fine of up to £1,000 if they do

Driving on UK roads without a valid MOT certificate is illegal, with motorists facing a fine of up to £1,000 if they do

MOT warning to 7.6 million drivers at risk of £1,000 fines

Fuel Duty was cut by 5p by then-Chancellor Rishi Sunak in 2023

Fuel Duty was cut by 5p by then-Chancellor Rishi Sunak in 2023

Chancellor Rachel Reeves confirms Fuel Duty won't rise next year

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Motorist asks DVLA to ban grandma from driving and prevent 'killing someone'

Ollie, 13, had to spend 11 weeks in hospital, learning to walk, talk and eat again, after the crash

Ollie, 13, had to spend 11 weeks in hospital, learning to walk, talk and eat again, after the crash

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Dad calls for e-scooter ban after teen son's horror crash

Silverlake Automotive Recycling with Charity Sophie's Legacy at the United Kingdom Rescue Organisation Festival of Rescue.

Silverlake Automotive Recycling with Charity Sophie's Legacy at the United Kingdom Rescue Organisation Festival of Rescue.

Silverlake: Shaping a greener future with community at its heart

Clever Car Collection won the Innovation of the Year Award (Under 50 Cars)

Clever Car Collection won the Innovation of the Year Award (Under 50 Cars)

Gosport used car dealership wins at Auto Trader Awards

Banning new drivers from having passengers of the same age as them in the car would reduce

Banning new drivers from having passengers of the same age as them in the car would reduce

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New calls to ban thousands of drivers from having passengers in their car

Artist impression of the proposed expanded facility at Silverlake

Artist impression of the proposed expanded facility at Silverlake

Silverlake growth plans the best way forward for the county and the country

Steve Gooding, director of motoring research charity the RAC Foundation, said: “Tax incentives that favour wealthier households might stick in the craw

Steve Gooding, director of motoring research charity the RAC Foundation, said: “Tax incentives that favour wealthier households might stick in the craw

Calls to raise tax on petrol and diesel cars in bid to reduce electric car costs

Potholes are a growing issue across the UK

Potholes are a growing issue across the UK

Only 1 in 5 UK motorists paid compensation for pothole damage to their cars

Here is how to make a claim against the council for pothole damage to your car.

Here is how to make a claim against the council for pothole damage to your car.

How to claim compensation from the council for pothole damage to your car

Top Gear's The Stig visited a Supercar Weekend at the National Motor Museum at Beaulieu

Top Gear's The Stig visited a Supercar Weekend at the National Motor Museum at Beaulieu

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Top Gear attraction axed following decision to 'rest' BBC show

Derek Metcalf, 91, and his wife Pam at the opening of an exhibition about the history of drag racing in the UK

Derek Metcalf, 91, and his wife Pam at the opening of an exhibition about the history of drag racing in the UK

Cultural attractions

Life has been a drag for 91-year-old Derek - this is why

372 drivers were caught drink-driving at least four times, including four who were prosecuted on seven occasions

372 drivers were caught drink-driving at least four times, including four who were prosecuted on seven occasions

Hundreds caught drink-driving at least four times as 'something needs to change'

Maciej Gawlik, 43

Maciej Gawlik, 43

Local government

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'I've been told I could be fined for parking on my own driveway'

RAC fuel spokesman Simon Williams said there is still “scope for further price cuts”

RAC fuel spokesman Simon Williams said there is still “scope for further price cuts”

'Scope for more price cuts' as fuel prices plummet at fastest rate of the year

Here is how you can jump start you car battery, according to the AA

Here is how you can jump start you car battery, according to the AA

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How to jump start your car using jump leads - everything you need to know

In the worst-case scenario you could face a £1,000 fine if stopped by the police

In the worst-case scenario you could face a £1,000 fine if stopped by the police

Drivers are facing £1,000 fines for this common headlight mistake

Bert with Seadown nurse Ali Church, who helped him lose the weight he gained after a near-fatal accident

Bert with Seadown nurse Ali Church, who helped him lose the weight he gained after a near-fatal accident

Much-loved family pet recovers after losing teeth in near-fatal crash

Launch day, featuring Mountbatten staff, business owners and supporters

Launch day, featuring Mountbatten staff, business owners and supporters

Community van launched to extend hospice services

What are your thoughts on the proposed pay-per-mile scheme?

What are your thoughts on the proposed pay-per-mile scheme?

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What is the pay-per-mile scheme? Chancellor urged to impose plans on drivers

As soon as your car hits three years-old, it will need an MOT before its birthday each year

As soon as your car hits three years-old, it will need an MOT before its birthday each year

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Millions of drivers at risk of £1,000 MOT fine - how you can avoid it

Senior engineer Ian Stanfield with the rear engine crankcase

Senior engineer Ian Stanfield with the rear engine crankcase

Cultural attractions

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Milestone reached in £300k project to restore famous car

Council workers have come under fire after painting double yellow lines through the centre of potholes

Council workers have come under fire after painting double yellow lines through the centre of potholes

Local government

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'Absolute madness': Double yellow lines painted across potholes

Roads across Southampton roads are set to close for pothole repairs and other work

Roads across Southampton roads are set to close for pothole repairs and other work

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Roads set to close for pothole repairs and other work

Redbridge Causeway will be closed westbound this weekend

Redbridge Causeway will be closed westbound this weekend

Local government

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Delays this weekend as A35 Redbridge Causeway closes again

Campaigners are calling for safety railing to be reinstated at the spot were several HGVs have overturned

Campaigners are calling for safety railing to be reinstated at the spot were several HGVs have overturned

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Anger over removal of safety railings at accident blackspot

William Bailey-Hobbs, Mike Hutchins, Stuart Wyatt, Jazz Bray and Mark Austin are part of the team at the new Polestar branch

William Bailey-Hobbs, Mike Hutchins, Stuart Wyatt, Jazz Bray and Mark Austin are part of the team at the new Polestar branch

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New car dealership opens in Southampton creating twelve jobs

Drivers are being encouraged to stop as soon as the pump clicks to a halt for the first time.

Drivers are being encouraged to stop as soon as the pump clicks to a halt for the first time.

The 'little-known' petrol trick you should really know (you could save £500)

Failing to return an expired licence to the DVLA is an offence under the Road Traffic Act 1988 and can be punished with a £1,000 fine

Failing to return an expired licence to the DVLA is an offence under the Road Traffic Act 1988 and can be punished with a £1,000 fine

Drivers over 70 at risk of £1,000 fines or losing their licence, DVLA warns

The highest speed recorded by drivers accelerating after speed cameras in 30mph zones was 57mph

The highest speed recorded by drivers accelerating after speed cameras in 30mph zones was 57mph

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Warning to drivers as many caught speeding 100 metres after speed cameras

From car batteries to losing your car keys, Group 1 Automotive has the all-important answers to some of the most pressing problems facing motorists.

From car batteries to losing your car keys, Group 1 Automotive has the all-important answers to some of the most pressing problems facing motorists.

The reason why your car alarm keeps going off (and what you can do about it)

The minimum penalty for being caught speeding on the UK's roads is a £100 fine.

The minimum penalty for being caught speeding on the UK's roads is a £100 fine.

Drivers issued warning over commonly believed speed camera myth

Some drivers might wonder if they could get away with slowing down right before a speed camera

Some drivers might wonder if they could get away with slowing down right before a speed camera

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Can you slow down before a speed camera? Motoring experts explain how it works

The minimum penalty for speeding is a £100 fine and three penalty points added to your licence.

The minimum penalty for speeding is a £100 fine and three penalty points added to your licence.

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Do police cars have speed cameras? Motoring expert reveals the answer

A fan greets The Wombles at a ceremony marking the 50th anniversary of the monorail opening at the National Motor Museum

A fan greets The Wombles at a ceremony marking the 50th anniversary of the monorail opening at the National Motor Museum

This is why the Wombles were spotted in the New Forest

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Businessman heralds 'victory for common man' after overturning parking fine

Have you been caught speeding recently?

Have you been caught speeding recently?

What speed triggers a speed camera? Motoring experts explain how they work

Police officers conduct speed checks

Police officers conduct speed checks

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Do speeding tickets affect the cost of my car insurance? Motor experts explain

Dropped kerbs are usually found outside houses in the UK but can you park on them?

Dropped kerbs are usually found outside houses in the UK but can you park on them?

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Can you park on a dropped kerb? The Highway Code offers advice to drivers

Do you have a dropped kerb in front of your house?

Do you have a dropped kerb in front of your house?

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Is it illegal to park on a dropped kerb outside your own house? Rules explained

David Lewis has been gifted his dream car

David Lewis has been gifted his dream car

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Builder wins £100k dream car on same day his work van 'blows up' on motorway

Redbridge Causeway westbound

Redbridge Causeway westbound

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More closures planned for Redbridge Causeway

Ed Fisher from Woolston

Ed Fisher from Woolston

Local government

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'I've been told I can't park on my driveway - or I'll be breaking the law'

There are lots of issues surrounding where exactly you are allowed to park your car (PA)

There are lots of issues surrounding where exactly you are allowed to park your car (PA)

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What are the rules about someone parking in front of your house and is it illegal?

A speed camera in Maybray King Way

A speed camera in Maybray King Way

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Do speed cameras have to be painted yellow and must they be visible?

Failing to renew your Blue Badge in time could lead to you facing a £1,000 fine for misusing the badge

Failing to renew your Blue Badge in time could lead to you facing a £1,000 fine for misusing the badge

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Warning to blue badge holders who face £1,000 fine if they do not act

Nearly one in five drivers are risking a £200 fine and six penalty points on their driving licence

Nearly one in five drivers are risking a £200 fine and six penalty points on their driving licence

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One in five UK drivers at risk of £200 fine and 6 penalty points, study warns

There is a current 12-week wait for applications to be processed.

There is a current 12-week wait for applications to be processed.

Warning for Blue Badge users 'as driver or passengers' given 10-week notice

The new cameras can

The new cameras can

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Drivers warned new AI cameras 'can spy inside' cars

The increase in the cost of car insurance in the past year may in part be due to a rise in the cost of claims for insurers.

The increase in the cost of car insurance in the past year may in part be due to a rise in the cost of claims for insurers.

Car insurance costs increase by more than £132, drivers warned

The UK's roads are home to around 7,000 speed cameras – the fourth highest amount in the world

The UK's roads are home to around 7,000 speed cameras – the fourth highest amount in the world

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New 'ultra speed camera' that doesn't flash can see inside driver's vehicles