With just a few weeks until road tax (ved) sees its annual increase on april 1, we have the government's figures revealing how much more could be paying to drive your car on the uk's pot-holed roads. Click below to find out ved price hikes for 2024/25.
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Here we list the new prices for VED Road Tax that will come into force from April 1 2024. Here is how much you will need to pay for your current or new car in the new financial year.
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Highways England traffic officers are a common sight on England's motorways, but can they stop you, give tickets or even search your vehicle? We look. (Credit: Chris McKenna) Read here...
Has someone crashed into your car or damaged your property - but not left their details? If you can get their number plate from CCTV or a witness - here is how to trace the owner. Read here...
Here we look at requirements around the international driving permit (IDP) and insurance green cards for UK motorists planning to drive in France and Spain in 2020 and beyond. Read here...
New rules mean that Brits will need photo ID to vote from 4 May in UK elections and referendums. So can you use your driving licence and what if it has the wrong address etc? Read here...
Have you been flashed by a speed camera and left wondering 'will I get a speeding ticket', 'what will the fine be depending on speed' and 'how many points on my licence will it bring'? Read here...
Many drivers will still have an extended driving licence, but are they okay for those who want to drive while abroad? We have the low down on the facts right here. Read here...
Is the car behind you a real unmarked police car or a fake undercover vehicle being driven by criminals or crooks? Here's how to spot if the unmarked police car is real or fake 2020. Read here...
If you've been caught speeding, you might be offered a speed awareness course. Here's how much they cost, who will and won't be get the chance to take one - and if you'll get points. Read here...
Checking the age of your car tyres is essential for safety - and there's a tyre age code to make finding this out simple. Find out how to check your car tyre age in seconds right here. Read here...
Are you hiring a van for a house move or trip to the local recycling centre etc? Well there are many rules that differ from driving a car so make sure you're up to date here.. Read here...
The race is on to electrify the UK's cars, but it seems that private buyers are not as keen as climate activists and the government would like. Find out why by reading this research. Read here...
More bad news for hard-pressed households as road tax is going up on 1 April - but how much more will drivers need to pay to keep their car on the road? We have the details. Read here...
We all want to get the cheapest fuel, but have we got enough mileage left in the tank to get there when the fuel light comes on? Find out more here. Read here...
Here we look at the new laws, taxes and other charges coming to drivers in 2023. Find out what surprises you need to know about before they hit. Read here...
Are you unsure of how many penalty points you have on your licence or just want to make sure it is correct? Here's how to check your record. Read here...
Are you a regular driver on the streets of London? Then find out what speed is likely to get you a speeding ticket in London's many 20mph zones. Read here...
You will probably have heard a lot about one pedal driving, but do you know much about it? Find out all about it and how it works right here. Read here...
Research shows 8 out of 10 drivers struggle with box junctions, and from 1 June local authorities will be able to fine drivers who stop in them. Read here...
We know that cyclists are vulnerable, but if they damage your car by riding dangerously, can you make them page for damage to your vehicle? Read here...
Knowing what the codes and categories on your driving licence mean could save you from being fined - and open up new vehicle use as rules change. Read here...
We look at how much it could cost to learn to drive an electric car and if it costs more than passing your test in a conventionally powered car. Read here...
If you want to gain a full UK driving licence, you will first need to pass the Hazard Perception Test. Here we show how to ensure you're ready. Read here...
If you think your driving licence number is ja random set of characters, you are wrong. We reveal what this number reveals and why you shouldn't share it. Read here...
Have you just been told you need to wear glasses or contact lenses - or even had laser surgery to lose them? Find out if you need to tell the DVLA. Read here...
With many Brits taking their cars over the Channel to France, we look at what happens if they are caught speeding while driving on French roads. Read here...
If you are planning to drive in France over the near future, you are likely to see a white diamond road sign - here is why you need to know its meaning. Read here...
Prime Minister Rishi Sunak was filmed with no seat belt on - but how much is the fine and when can you drive without a seat belt on legally. Read here...
Are you taking your EV across the Channel this year? Here is all you need to know about charging an EV for your road trip in France for Brits. Read here...
Have you got and electric car and want to know how hot weather impacts its battery range? Read on to find out more on this subject right here. Read here...
Have you heard of 'secret' exits on motorways? Here's all the info you need on where they are and if they are legal to use for drivers dodging jams. Read here...
Pavement parking can be dangerous for pedestrians but in other situations it can be totally legal - find out the rules around it and possible fines. Read here...
We all need car insurance, but that does not mean we can't find legitimate ways to cut the amount that we have to pay for the car insurance. Read here...
Having your driving licence stolen is a serious matter and need action straight away. Here is what you need to do and how to do it. Read here...
From rotting eggs to decomposing flesh, find out what the smell in your car's interio is telling you about the car's health - and if you need to be worried. Read here...
With new figures showing car buyers are shunning diesel cars and turning to electric power instead, what are the UK's most popular EVs? Read here...
Looking to start driving? You will need to apply for a provisional licence first. Here is all you need to know about cost and when you're able to apply. Read here...
With the ULEZ charge expanding across London, a new scrappage scheme will soon launch to help drivers who will need to pay it buy a new car. Details here. Read here...
From rotten eggs to burning plastic and even decomposing flesh - here are some of the smells that can invade your car. Find out what they are here. Read here...
Floaters and flashers are dark spots or shadows in your field of vision, but do you need to tell the DVLA about them when you are a driver?. Read here...
We reveal the tough new mobile phone laws for drivers that come into force from 25 March - with added restrictions to close previous loopholes. Read here...
Many of us have left the car in the garage now we are working from home a lot more - but do we still need to pay road tax for the motors we own. Read here...
More cities are bringing in charges for older cars and Bristol is ready to go from summer 2022 - here are the charges and fines that you need. Read here...
The Birmingham Clean Air Zone is well-established now, but drivers want to know if they must pay it in the evening, weekends and bank holidays. Read here...
With new charges coming in across London, find out if you now have to pay to use the Blackwall Tunnel and Rotherhithe Tunnel under the Thames. Read here...
With the conflict in Ukraine pushing up fuel prices to record highs, how can we cut the amount of fuel we use while driving our vehicles? Tips here. Read here...
Along with huge queues for slots, learner drivers could be hit by a price hike for their driving tests in 2022. We have the proposed price jumps. Read here...
With a severe lack of rainfall hitting UK water supplies, hosepipe bans have been announced in areas of the UK - but are car washes still open? Read here...
Have you seen a bus, coach or HGV belching out fumes? Here is the central place to report it and help to clean up the roads. Read here...
No one wants to see a dumped car on their road, but there are ways you can deal with this issues through the law. Find out what you can do here. Read here...
We see double white lines on the road all the time, but do you know the rules around how to use them? Not knowing could cost a £1,000 fine.. Read here...
Have you ever needed to find a car's age from its number plate but been confused? We have the full list of all three current systems used in the UK. Read here...
With many choosing to stay at home for holidays due to high costs, camper vans are a popular option - but can you drive them on your car licence? Read here...
If you need to sell a car or take it off the road for any reason, you will want to get a refund on any unused car tax - and here is how yo can get it. Read here...
How old is the age limit, can I be fined for using one without kids? We answer your questions about rules covering parent and child parking bays. Read here...
With the pandemic leaving many of us abandoning our cars for months of working from home, we now need to check the tax as we return to the office. Read here...
Not everyone has a private drive, and many live in flats - so how will they be expected to charge their EV as sales of new diesel and petrol cars end in 2030. Read here...
Red diesel is currently used by many industries from farmers to builders, but all that will change from 1 April 2022. Find out what it means to you. Read here...
We've all had this problem, but how do we stand? Should we park with confidence or are we leaving ourselves open to getting a fine for doing so? Read here...
When anyone reaches 70 years of age in the UK, they will need to renew their driving licence to remain on the road. Here's how to do it. Read here...
The Oxford Zero Emission Zone (ZEZ) is now live and will cost some drivers up to £20 a day to drive in the city - but will you need to pay it at weekends? Read here...
Highways England Traffic Officers look like police but can these vital workers give tickets for the likes of using a mobile phone while driving? Read here...
If you want to find out more about this motoring trend then we have all the details you need to know about nitrogen being used to inflate car tyres. Read here...
There is already a huge backlog of driving tests waiting to be taken - with waits of up to six months. Will the new restrictions make this worse? Read here...
With huge delays at the DVLA - caused by Covid working from home and industrial action - many people are looking to find a way to contact the agency. Read here...
It is often a stressful time when a family member or loved one passes away, but this guide will help ease the pressure when it come to their car. Read here...
Have you been getting parking tickets that are nothing to do with you? Someone may have registered a car you don't own in your name. Here's what to do. Read here...
Has your car or property been damaged by a vehicle that drove off without swapping details? Here is how you can find out who owns the car and hopefully get the issue resolved. Read here...
With Christmas approaching many people will be arranging trips to London, but will they need to pay the Congestion Charge and ULEZ if driving Read here...
If you are heading from Devon to Cornwall or vice versa, you may cross the Tamar Bridge. Here is the information on how much the tolls are. Read here...
Anyone who drives in London will need to read this, as the operating hours and other aspects of the London Congestion Charge are changing. Read here...
We all know that smoking tobacco-related products is banned in cars with kids - but what about when an occupant wants to vape with an e-cigarette. Read here...
Most cars now come with a space saver spare wheel - which are smaller than standard wheels. Find out the rules the apply when using one after suffering a puncture while driving. Read here...
The London ULEZ charge is expanding to take in all of London, so does that include any London airports? We have the answers. Read here...
Getting hold of a government agency is never easy, but with huge driving test backlogs, here is how to contact the DVSA about your test. Read here...
If your MOT runs out during the Covid pandemic, you will not get an automatic extension. Here is what happens and what you will need to do if yours runs out in lockdown or tiers Read here...
Have you noticed the black strip and dots running around the edge of your car's windscreen? It turns out this happens to be a vital safety feature that your car really can't do without. Read here...
Have been driving behind a car with a green number plate? Not sure what it means? We have all the information you need right here. Read here...
Are you risking a £2,500 fine by driving in dangerous sunglasses? Find out how to check the legality of your fave shades here. Read here...
If you are planning to take a leased or hired car to mainland Europe, it is likely that you will need a special certificate. Read here...
Heading onto the M25 for your commute to work or to fly from one of the nearby airports? Here are the alternative routes and diversions between junctions. Read here...
Don't get stuck on the M1 motorway - simply use our guide to alternative routes and diversions between junctions to ensure you can keep moving at all times. Read here...
Running from Junction 19 of the M1, the M6 makes up one of the busiest routes from the Midlands and London to Manchester, Liverpool and beyond – beat the jams here. Read here....
Planning to use the A303 towards Devon and Cornwall? Here we look at alternative routes to avoid traffic jams, congestion and closures to keep your trip on track. Read here...
It’s clear that parking on double yellows and zig-zags by crossings is likely to attract a penalty – but there are many less obvious offences ready to dent your finances. . Read here...
Forgetting to pay the Dartford Crossing could land drivers with a big - but do they need to pay for crossings at weekends and evenings? Read here...
No one wants to think about breaking down on the motorway - but being prepared could save a lot of worry and expense. Details here. Read here...
Do you need 6 months on your passport to visit France or Spain now that lockdown has eased and Brexit has been done? Read on to find out the latet news.
With the Brexit transition period ending on December 31, travellers will need to ask 'what documents do I need to drive in France and Spain from Jan 1 2021'.
With international travel opening up again as the pandemic appears to be easing, we take a timely look at the assistance offered to those affected by autism at UK airports.
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Who can sign a passport photo for me, my children or a baby is an essential question to help avoid delays obtaining a new or renewed document as we approach January 21.
Travelling by air - then take a look at your boarding pass and hope you don’t find SSSS on it. Here’s what it means and why it could mean problems.
Airport drop off charges are not always clear - and could leave some drivers bills of £20+. Make sure you don't get caught out with this guide al all UK airports.
Flying from the UK with a heart condition? We look at the airlines that carry a defibrillator that could save lives should the worst happen in mid-flight and hours from hospital.
Pete Barden has written and edited for publications including The Sun, Whatcar? Stuff Magazine, Fastcar Magazine, Maxim Magazine and UK broadcast stations within the Heart network (Formerly GCAP).
Pete Barden is a qualified journalist who has written and produced for publications including The Sun (thesun.co.uk), New Statesman Media Group, Whatcar? (Whatcar.com) Stuff Magazine (Stuff.tv), Fastcar Magazine (Fastcar.co.uk), Maxim Magazine and UK broadcast stations within the Heart network (Formerly GCAP). Pete specialises in motoring and travel content, along with news and production roles. You can find out more about Pete Barden on LinkedIn.
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