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.
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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.
Drivers jailed for fatal 111mph race on A70 near Ayr
Two drivers have been convicted after a high-speed race at 111mph led to a fatal crash, killing Shona McKinlay. Read the full court details and family's reaction.
Paul Doyle faces jail after Liverpool crash guilty plea
Paul Doyle pleads guilty to 31 charges after driving into Liverpool fans. The 54-year-old now awaits a potential 10-20 year prison sentence for causing mass injuries. Read the full story.
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.
Driver jailed for killing girl, 7, in dangerous overtake
A devastated mother's world was destroyed after her seven-year-old daughter was killed by an impatient delivery driver. Read the full story of the tragic Lincolnshire crash.
Driver jailed 15 years for killing student in hit-and-run
Regan Kemp sentenced to 15 years for killing 19-year-old Ashton Kitchen-White in Leeds hit-and-run. Family say their 'heart and soul died with him'.
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.
Man jailed for fatal crash after ignoring driving ban
Alan Parish sentenced to four years and six months for causing death by dangerous driving after ignoring doctors' orders not to drive. Learn the full story.
Drunk driver jailed for 91mph crash killing grandfather
Callum Fox, 29, sentenced for causing death by dangerous driving after hitting Jim Paterson while drunk and speeding in Paisley. Read the full tragic story.
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.
Roommate breaks silence on Pearce's 146-year sentence
The former flatmate of David Pearce, branded Britain's most dangerous sex offender, speaks out as the monster receives an unprecedented 146-year sentence for horrific crimes across Bristol.
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.
Slow drivers killed 19 in decade - shock data
Exclusive investigation uncovers how excessively slow driving has caused more fatalities than speeding on UK roads, with 19 deaths and hundreds injured over ten years.
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.
Dipped Headlights Risk in Heavy Rain Revealed
New research reveals how using dipped headlights in heavy rain could be dangerously reducing your visibility. Experts explain when you should switch to front fog lights for safer driving.
Red light runner caught on dashcam in Birmingham crash
A dangerous driver who jumped a red light and smashed into another vehicle in Birmingham has been sentenced after dramatic dashcam evidence sealed his fate.
UK Driving Test Postcode Lottery Revealed
Exclusive DVSA data uncovers shocking regional disparities in driving test pass rates across Britain, with some test centres seeing nearly 70% failure rates while others boast 60% success.
Spain's 2025 Drink-Driving Crackdown: Holiday Warning
British tourists face holiday nightmare as Spain prepares to implement Europe's strictest drink-driving regulations, slashing legal alcohol limits to virtually zero for all drivers from 2025.
Van driver jailed for fatal email crash on M25
A van driver who caused a fatal motorway collision while checking work emails has been jailed for causing death by dangerous driving in a tragic case highlighting the dangers of mobile phone use at the wheel.
Tesla driver's 'I'm driving' text exposes phone use
Shocking footage reveals a Tesla driver caught using their phone while behind the wheel, with their vehicle's automated 'I'm driving' response exposing the dangerous behaviour that could lead to prosecution.
Drunk Porsche driver jailed for pedestrian death
Kristina Chambers, intoxicated and speeding in her Porsche, has been convicted of manslaughter after striking and killing pedestrian Joseph McMullin in a devastating collision.
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