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Motoring
17:55, 3 JAN 2025
Drivers warned never to use 'dangerous' hack to de-ice windscreen - and what to do instead
Motoring
A cold snap is on the way for much of the UK, with widespread warnings for snow and ice in place over the coming days - but a viral hack to de-ice your windscreen could cause damage
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One kitchen cupboard item can prevent your car windscreen from freezing over
Motoring
If you're tired of de-icing your windscreen every morning, then it might be worth trying this cheap and effective hack
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Driving instructor shares key road sign that motorists 'never understand'
Motoring
A driving instructor took to TikTok to share advice about a particular road sign that leaves plenty of car owners feeling perplexed – so can you work out what it means?
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Nasa engineer's four-step trick that defrosts your car windscreen in seconds
Weather
Falling temperatures mean the onset of icy car windows which need to be cleared before driving but with time often tight the quicker this can be done the better
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Drivers could face £5,490 bill to pay tax just to drive their car
Motoring
The changes are part of a government plan to cut emissions
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Hidden button instantly warms your car on cold mornings - does your car have it?
Motoring
Warming your engine and getting the heat circulating in the cold weather can seem to take ages but many vehicles come with a little-known device that speeds up the job
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Driving expert's life-saving tip to 'correct' car if you skid as temperatures drop
Motoring
As temperatures plummet and frost covers the country, it's important to take extra care while driving - and there are a number of things you should do if you're on the road and start to skid
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Five new driving laws in 2025 - what every driver needs to know
Motoring
The new year will see a raft of new driving laws introduced, and drivers are being warned that they could face hefty fines if they are not prepared for the changes
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New driving rules and new road laws for over-70s could be coming from 2025
Motoring
If you're a driver who has recently reached the age of 70, there's a lot to consider, from declaring medical conditions to the DVLA to exploring the alternatives to driving
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RAC warning over parking law changes as 'it's not right'
Motoring
A new code was due to come into force by the end of 2023, but is still not in place
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AA warning over little-known air bag issue that could be fatal
Motoring
Drivers are being warned to check their passengers are in the correct seat
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DVLA will 'revoke' licences of thousands of motorists due to one simple reason
Motoring
Drivers born between 1934 and 1943, aged between 81 to 90, had the highest incidence of revocations at 10.2 per cent, according to DVLA data
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AA issues warning to drivers at Christmas as simple error 'makes you a target'
Motoring
The motoring experts have issued an urgent warning to drivers - and it's something that many people do without even realising. The error can often make drivers a target for thieves
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Motorists told exact time to hit M5 motorway to avoid Christmas rush
Traffic & Travel
Driving home for Christmas? Today is the worst day of the year to do so, according to motoring experts who have warned of busy roads across the country
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DVLA makes changes that will affect tens of thousands of drivers over Christmas
Motoring
The DVLA has announced changes over Christmas and the New Year which will affect tens of thousands of motorists
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MOT warning over DVSA rules as drivers could face fines
Motoring
The UK's MOT failure rates are expected to rise this winter
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People keep parking on man's drive so they can pretend house is theirs
Motoring
Mike says he has caught multiple people parking on his drive and taking pictures - including a pizza guy
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Drivers giving same explanation see third of parking tickets overturned
Motoring
16million parking tickets have been handed out by local authorities since 2022
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New driving laws and road rules coming into effect in December 2024
Motoring
Big changes are coming, from car production rules to electric vehicle charging
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New DVSA eye test law could see three million drivers lose licences over common issue if accepted
Motoring
Opticians say millions on roads who can't see properly as calls for rule change for over 70s grow
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Major motor factory to close in the UK putting 1,000 jobs at risk
UK & World News
Vauxhall has announced plans to shut its Luton van-making factory
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DVLA warning for drivers born in certain years as licences may expire
Motoring
Some motorists have been told to take action before a landmark birthday
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AA warns drivers to do quick 5 step routine to de-frost car windscreen
Motoring
Drivers are being warned to not drive off until they have completed these five steps
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How much used electric car saves as they're 'no longer more expensive'
Motoring
The biggest savings were found to be for the Audi e-tron at around £2,600 a year
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