As the school holidays end and Brits head home, it's the perfect time for taking an autumn break and driving abroad before winter sets in. Picture yourself driving under the wild Spanish sun, through the Black Forest of Germany, or along the coastline of the French Riviera. Windows down, you can feel sunshine on your face and a warm breeze, with your … [Read more...]
Prepare for the August getaway in time
The August bank holiday weekend is almost upon us and with it comes the chance to get away for a few days. However, it is important that motorists stay safe when getting away this bank holiday so National Scrap Car has put together a few tips to help motorists safely get through the bank holiday. Do the essential checks before setting off Before setting … [Read more...]
UK Gov has done least to help motorists
The UK is one of the European countries that has done the least to support drivers with rocketing pump prices since Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, new RAC Europe data analysis shows – leading UK drivers to pay as much as 20p more per litre of petrol than drivers in France. Out of 13 EU countries that have cut tax on petrol in order to ease the spiralling … [Read more...]
Mid-sized vans face new EU examination for operators
New regulations that bring smaller light commercial vehicles travelling to the EU under the requirement to have an International Operator’s Licence will place key demands on fleets in the future, says FleetCheck. The fleet software company reports that, from 2 May, all organisations running LCVs of between 2.5-3.5 tonnes will need to obtain the … [Read more...]
Permits and green card dilemma for UK drivers
British drivers are facing a dilemma taking their vehicle abroad in the New Year. The EU is holding back on its requirements for UK drivers' licences and insurance but it looks increasingly likely they will need international driving permits and the old style "Green Card". Both will need to be obtained in advance of crossing the Channel or they driver and … [Read more...]
Beat the bans
If going away on a foreign motoring holiday you may hit issues with driving bans in some cities, notably France and Germany. In Hamburg, Germany’s first diesel driving ban was introduced on 31 May and others will follow. For this reason, car drivers have many questions: Is my vehicle affected? How can I avoid the driving ban and how do I reach my … [Read more...]
British holidaymakers hit with hefty speeding fines
Green Flag says Brits' lack of knowledge about driving abroad, could cost them hundreds of pounds when they get home after new speeding laws came into effect. Since May, foreign police have been empowered to chase up UK motorists suspected of speeding, but the rules do not allow British police to catch continental drivers in the same way. Introduced in … [Read more...]
