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Parking grace period called for – perhaps the UK can learn from Auckland?

Currently if you overstay your parking by any time at all you can be fined. This contributes to a deep-rooted public perception that parking enforcement is just a good way of making money by local authorities, and doesn’t take into…

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Drivers don’t want the clocks to go back

This weekend you’ll put the clocks back and the night will start an hour earlier. The bonus is that you will get an extra hour’s sleep (or an extra hour to party); the downside is that you will be more…

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Government introducing new measures to reduce the cost of driving

Justice Secretary Chris Grayling announced today (23 October) that the government has announced a raft of measures to help reduce the cost of driving. If you don’t take into consideration the cost of purchasing a car, the UK is one…

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Why are the UK’s roads full of potholes?

You may have noticed how many potholes there are on our roads at the moment. In fact, there are more potholes now than ever before – one for every mile of road according to new research. There’s been a 79%…

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Got a 20mph limit that’s sprung up near you?

The Association of Chief Police Officers (ACPO) has clarified the position of the police force regarding enforcement of 20mph speed limits, and it’s not going to be good for your wallet. Many local authorities are implementing blanket 20mph speed limits…

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Self-driving cars are coming: will you even need a licence?

Self-driving, driverless or autonomous cars are going to change your life in ways you can’t even imagine. We’re entering an era where many people will choose to predominantly be a passenger in their own cars rather than have the pleasure…

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TRL report recommends restrictions on young drivers

The government commissioned a report from TRL in response to Department of Transport figures for 2011 showing rising numbers of 17-25-year-olds are involved in crashes. 22 percent of fatalities on Britain’s roads occur in incidents involving drivers in this age…

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