Driving school's two key mistakes to avoid on icy UK roads
As Storm Goretti brings snow and ice, a top-rated motoring school reveals the two common driving errors that could cause a skid. Essential reading for anyone travelling this week.
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Driving school's two crucial mistakes to avoid on icy roads
A top-rated motoring school reveals two critical errors drivers make in icy conditions as Storm Goretti hits. Learn how to stay safe and avoid skids this winter.
Driving test cancelled over wet seat after 300-mile trip
A father-of-three faces a four-month wait for a new driving test after his 285-mile journey was wasted. The test was cancelled because of 'a few raindrops' on the passenger seat. Read his full story.
Driving test cancelled over 'few raindrops' on seat
A father-of-three faces a four-month wait after his 285-mile trip for a driving test was cancelled due to a damp passenger seat. Read his story and the DVSA's response.
Driver high on cocaine jailed for fatal head-on crash
Jamie Little, 41, has been remanded in custody after admitting causing the death of Margaret Sutherland while driving with five times the cocaine limit. Read the full court details.
Driving test fails instantly over damp passenger seat
Jacob Carroll's 285-mile trip to take his driving test ended before it began when the examiner refused to sit on a seat with 'a few raindrops'. Discover the full story and the DVSA's response.
Motorists warned against driving in snow by experts
Driving experts reveal the five biggest mistakes drivers make in snow and ice, including a common windscreen error. Stay safe this winter with these essential tips.
Winter driving laws to know as snowstorm hits UK
Motorists face fines up to £1,000 for breaking key winter driving rules as a massive blizzard is forecast to sweep across the UK in early January. Stay safe and legal.
Driver jailed for 9 years after fatal drug-impaired crash
Adam Bates, 23, sentenced for causing death by dangerous driving after collision on Cambridgeshire's A10. William Doherty died, his wife seriously injured. Read the full court report.
UK drivers face £10k fines for wet weather errors
Motoring experts warn UK drivers of hefty fines up to £10,000 for rain-related offences like speeding and splashing pedestrians. Learn how to stay safe and avoid penalties this winter.
42 killed by drivers using mobile phones last year
Shocking new figures show a record 42 people died in accidents caused by drivers distracted by mobile phones. Campaigners demand it becomes 'culturally unacceptable'. Read the full report.
Lib Dems Demand Probe into Driving Test Touting Scandal
Ministers urged to investigate claims touts pay driving instructors for login details to block-book tests, exploiting learners and worsening the 642,000-strong backlog. Read the full story.
Lib Dems call for probe into driving test touting claims
MPs demand investigation into claims touts pay driving instructors for login details to block-book tests, worsening the 642,000-strong backlog. Read the full story.
Mum flips Mercedes with drugs in system after acquittal
A mother, recently cleared of high-range drink-driving, faces new charges after allegedly flipping her car with THC in her blood. Her father now chauffeurs her to court.
Three sleep conditions risk £1000 DVLA fine
Drivers with specific sleep disorders like sleep apnoea or narcolepsy must inform the DVLA or face a £1000 fine and prosecution. Check if you are affected.
Mum acquitted of drink-driving faces new drug charges
Natasha Jansen, previously cleared of high-range drink-driving, now faces charges after flipping her Mercedes with drugs in her system. Follow the unfolding legal drama.
Drivers with poor eyesight warned to never do this
An optometrist issues a stark warning to UK drivers with vision problems. New survey reveals shocking stats on driving with poor eyesight, especially in winter. Find out the one thing you must avoid.
UK Driving Test Changes Start November 24 2025
Major changes to the UK driving test begin November 24, 2025. Learn how fewer stops, reduced emergency stops and flexible independent driving affect your test.
Driver jailed for deliberate 80mph police car crash
Shocking dashcam footage shows Joseph Sharpes, 22, deliberately plough into a police car at 80mph while on drugs. Two officers were seriously injured. Watch the video.
Learner fails driving theory test 128 times
New data reveals the extreme lengths learners go to pass the UK driving theory test, with one person attempting it 128 times. Discover the toughest questions and why the pass rate is falling.
Couple's motorway sex at 90mph causes pile-up
Shocking motorway collision caused by couple engaging in sexual activity while driving at 90mph on busy UK road, resulting in multiple vehicle crash and serious injuries.
Drug driver jailed for fatal hit-and-run on grandmother
A drug-impaired driver who killed a beloved grandmother in a catastrophic hit-and-run has been sentenced to nine years behind bars in a case that has devastated a Manchester community.
Britain's 20 Most Bizarre Driving Test Fails Uncovered
Exclusive investigation uncovers the UK's most extraordinary driving test mishaps, featuring panicked candidates who confused garden gnomes for children and even claimed ghostly interference.
Summer driving mistake could cost you £1,000
Drivers are being warned about a common summer error that could lead to massive fines and penalty points. Experts reveal why this dangerous mistake puts everyone at risk.
Pregnant British teen cleared in Georgia drug case
Exclusive: 19-year-old Bella Culley, seven months pregnant, finally flies home to Britain after Georgian authorities drop drug charges in dramatic U-turn following international pressure.
Germany's Autobahn: Europe's Last No-Speed-Limit Highway
Explore Germany's legendary Autobahn network where speed limits remain optional on many stretches, offering the ultimate driving freedom in Europe. Discover the rules, risks and remarkable engineering behind this motoring paradise.
British woman in Georgia prison drug smuggling scandal
Bella Culley, a British woman from Hertfordshire, faces serious charges after allegedly smuggling drugs into a Georgian prison during what she thought was a romantic holiday. Exclusive details reveal her shocking ordeal.
Alabama Football Star Dre Kirkpatrick Jr. Arrested
Former Alabama Crimson Tide standout Dre Kirkpatrick Jr., son of NFL veteran Dre Kirkpatrick, faces multiple felony charges including illegal firearm possession and drug offences after dramatic arrest in Tuscaloosa.
Driving test crisis: 18-month waits force learners to travel
UK learner drivers face unprecedented delays with waiting times stretching to 18 months, forcing many to travel hundreds of miles and pay premium prices for last-minute test slots.
Woman charged with drink driving after football match
A 26-year-old woman faces serious charges including dangerous driving and drink driving after an incident near Westminster following a football match. Police confirm court proceedings are underway.
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