Staying Legal: Tax, MOT, Insurance, history of a vehicle

New car tax hike starts 1 April – Are you ready for the change?

Starting 1 April, car tax rates are rising, and it could impact your next purchase. Find out what you need to know about the new changes and...

Mar 31, 2025

New UK driving rules: What you need to know

What laws are changing and how will they affect drivers?

Mar 03, 2025

Drivers Risk £1,000 Fine for Not Reporting Medical Conditions to DVLA

Drivers must report any medical condition or disability that could impact their driving

Feb 25, 2025

Are You Risking Your Car Insurance by Ignoring a Recall?

Nearly 75% of recalled vehicles in the UK remain unfixed. If a safety or mechanical fault causes a crash, owners could be held liable

Feb 21, 2025

Is it illegal to travel with your boot open?

Planning on transporting something that will stick out of your boot? Make sure you know the rules on traveling with your boot open

Feb 04, 2025

UK cyclists to face penalties for 10 new riding offences

New regulations target unsafe cycling behavior with penalties and education courses, aiming to improve road safety across the UK

Feb 03, 2025

Drivers Warned About Growing DVLA Car Tax Scam

Motorists across the UK are being targeted by scammers posing as the DVLA, tricking them into making fraudulent car tax payments.

Jan 30, 2025

Police Warn Against Extreme Speeding on UK Roads

Police are urging drivers to stop reckless speeding after multiple cases of extreme speeds were recorded on UK roads

Jan 29, 2025

Motorists could face £1,000 penalties for breaking common highway code rule

Ignoring these guidelines could also breach Section 89(2) of the Police Act 1996

Jan 14, 2025

Is it Illegal to drive with snow on your car?

While it may look picturesque, it’s crucial to understand the rules before driving in these conditions

Jan 07, 2025

2024’s biggest driving law changes: What they mean for you

The UK’s 2024 driving law changes impact drivers, cyclists, and pedestrians, shaping how everyone uses the roads.

Dec 19, 2024

Road Tax Changes: What 2025 means for you

Driving costs are set to rise in 2025, with new Vehicle Excise Duty (VED) rules impacting both petrol and diesel cars, as well as electric...

Dec 16, 2024

Huge Number of Drivers Risking Safety Due to Poor Eyesight

An estimated 1 million motorists are driving illegally because their eyesight doesn't meet the UK’s legal standards

Dec 10, 2024

Japan’s new law on cyclists using phones: Should the UK follow suit?

Could Japan's tough new cycling laws be the key to safer roads in the UK?

Nov 04, 2024

Major updates every driver needs to know about

Stay informed about key changes to car taxation, insurance, and road pricing policies that will affect motorists across the UK

Oct 07, 2024

DVLA launches new service to simplify car taxing, even without key documents

You can now tax your vehicle even if you don’t have your V5C logbook or your V11 tax reminder letter.

Oct 02, 2024

Changes in the UK auto industry for 2024: what you NEED to know

2024 has brought major changes to the automotive industry, and there are rumours of even more coming soon

Sep 23, 2024

Confirmed: UK 2030 ban on petrol cars, hybrid sales allowed until 2035

The UK government has reaffirmed its 2030 ban on new petrol and diesel cars while allowing certain hybrid sales until 2035, with final...

Sep 17, 2024

Scotland's new pavement parking ban: will England do the same?

While the UK government’s previous consultations didn’t reach a conclusion, local authorities and organisations are pushing for stronger...

Sep 11, 2024

42% of drivers unaware of crucial 2022 Highway Code changes

Key 2022 Highway Code changes introduced a "hierarchy of responsibility" to protect vulnerable road users

Aug 09, 2024

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Staying Legal

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