New rules for driving tests will come into force over the next few months, said the Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency. It wants to make the booking system fairer and end the practice of agents creaming off additional charges from learners who struggle to find slots. From 12 May, only learner drivers will be permitted to book, change or swap a car driving … [Read more...]
Action plan call for saving automotive jobs
European politicians and car components makers are worried about developments in the automotive industry and agreed to establish an action plan to save jobs and businesses. This dialogue is a critical step in addressing key challenges for the sector's immediate future, CLEPA said in a statement. “Suppliers announced the loss of 54,000 jobs in 2024. More … [Read more...]
Half of drivers don’t know new rules of the road
A poll conducted by NFU Mutual has found that 57% of Brits are not aware of Highway Code changes coming into force tomorrow with particular importance in rural areas. The poll, conducted on Twitter by leading rural insurer NFU Mutual, calls into question whether the majority of road users will be familiar with the Highway Code when it changes on 29th … [Read more...]
