Searches for common vehicle faults surge during the winter months, with queries about broken heaters, cars failing to start and faulty headlights increasing significantly as temperatures fall, according to new analysis by specialist motor trade insurance broker ChoiceQuote. The analysis reveals a seasonal surge in searches for heating and demisting queries, … [Read more...]
Winter worries for drivers, Motorpoint find concerns
Over a third of motorists (34%) avoid non-essential journeys in the dark, highlighting the challenges for many drivers at this time of year. To better understand their concerns, Motorpoint surveyed 2,000 UK car owners about their driving habits, headlight maintenance and confidence on the road. The research found that almost 11 million … [Read more...]
Younger drivers overlook eye tests
Those aged 25-34 are more than twice as likely as other motorists to regularly drive without their glasses or contact lenses. Motorpoint estimate that more than two million car owners regularly drive without their glasses or contact lenses. Despite the risks, less than two-fifths (38%) knew they could face fines of up to £1,000 and three points on … [Read more...]
Inspect your car before winter bites, says DVSA
DVSA is urging drivers across Britain to check their vehicles before winter, as MOT testers share chilling examples including a badly damaged tyre and a suspension arm almost rusted through. The Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency is reminding motorists that an MOT checks important parts of a vehicle against legal standards, however a valid … [Read more...]
Common drugs can fail a roadside test
Almost four out of 10 motorists (39%) don’t know prescribed and over-the-counter medicines could lead to a drug-driving test fail, new research shows. October’s Startline Used Car Tracker reveals 70% agree more should be done to make motorists aware of the hazards of common medications such as co-codamol, antihistamines, and cough and cold remedies. Almost … [Read more...]
Cheap insurance may leave a big gap to fill
Choosing car insurance can feel more complicated than it should but cutting corners could leave you seriously out of pocket. Third-party, fire and theft and fully comprehensive are the main options, and it’s easy to assume that “comprehensive” means you’re covered for pretty much everything. New YouGov research commissioned by GAP insurance provider ALA … [Read more...]
Dazzling headlights illuminate up to £5,000 fine
Some 96% of drivers say some or most vehicle headlights are too bright, as motorists prepare for darker journeys after the clocks go back on Sunday. To help car owners reduce the chance of dazzling other road users and risking a fine of up to £5,000, Motorpoint’s resident motoring expert, Tim Rodie, shared his advice, "Headlight glare happens when a … [Read more...]
Welsh drivers risking injury & death by tyre neglect
Nearly half of Welsh motorists only check their tyres when an MOT is due, while more than a quarter admit to buying potentially deadly part-worn products, despite claiming that safety is their top priority, according to Bridgestone research. With the clocks going back this weekend and daylight dwindling, Welsh drivers are proving that actions continue to … [Read more...]
Over 47,500 drivers ordered off UK roads, Confused.com
From May 2025 to May 2026, 47,598 GB driving licence holders were disqualified after accumulating 12 or more penalty points, according to new data obtained by Confused.com. Following these findings, it surveyed 2,000 UK motorists on their knowledge of and opinions on current disqualification rules. Driving disqualifications by age group Drivers in age … [Read more...]
Phone offences caught every 17 minutes
A mobile phone driving offence has been recorded every 17 minutes since 2023, according to new FOI data obtained by Marshall Motor Group. Figures from 30 UK police forces show 92,333 offences were recorded between 2023 and 2025, equivalent to around 84 every day across the period. The data shows 30,142 offences were recorded in 2023, 32,172 … [Read more...]
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