Motoring

Driving on UK roads without a valid MOT certificate is illegal, with motorists facing a fine of up to £1,000 if they do

MOT warning to 7.6 million drivers at risk of £1,000 fines

Wearing gloves, coats and scarves could impact your driving, and put you at risk of receiving a fine

Wearing gloves, coats and scarves could impact your driving, and put you at risk of receiving a fine

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You could be fined £1,000 for driving in these winter clothes

When the temperature outside plummets, rodents seek shelter from the cold and it’s common them to take refuge in vehicles

When the temperature outside plummets, rodents seek shelter from the cold and it’s common them to take refuge in vehicles

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Brits warned of the telltale signs of rat 'infestations'

Those who fail the check could face penalties, including fines up to £1,000, penalty points, or even disqualification

Those who fail the check could face penalties, including fines up to £1,000, penalty points, or even disqualification

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Drivers warned of new police checks that could lead to £1,000 fines or a lost licence

Failing to return an expired licence to the DVLA is an offence under the Road Traffic Act 1988 and can be punished with a £1,000 fine

Failing to return an expired licence to the DVLA is an offence under the Road Traffic Act 1988 and can be punished with a £1,000 fine

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DVLA £1,000 fine warning as drivers aged over 70 risk losing their licence

Thirty-five per cent of petrol or diesel car owners say they intend to stick with a fossil-fuel powered vehicle for their next purchase, according to new research from The Green Insurer

Thirty-five per cent of petrol or diesel car owners say they intend to stick with a fossil-fuel powered vehicle for their next purchase, according to new research from The Green Insurer

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More than third of non-EV drivers would buy petrol or diesel next time

The Range Rover P440e

The Range Rover P440e

Just HOW good is the Range Rover P440e hybrid? We find out

The DVLA have warned not following the rules could result in a failed MOT and a £1,000 fine

The DVLA have warned not following the rules could result in a failed MOT and a £1,000 fine

DVLA issues number plate warning to UK drivers - how to avoid £1,000 fines

The latest figures from the DVLA show that more than 3.6 million motorists currently have a photocard which has expired

The latest figures from the DVLA show that more than 3.6 million motorists currently have a photocard which has expired

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DVLA £1,000 warning to 3.6 million drivers who passed their test before 2015

Since January 2018, the Ford Fiesta has been the subject of more reports of theft than any other car, according to Confused.com data

Since January 2018, the Ford Fiesta has been the subject of more reports of theft than any other car, according to Confused.com data

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Ford Fiesta most stolen car in the UK according to Confused.com

Volvo EX30 exterior

Volvo EX30 exterior

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Is the Volvo EX30 the best electric SUV?

“We are very sorry to read of the incident

“We are very sorry to read of the incident

Drivers issued warned about 'insanely costly' supermarket 'contaminated fuel'

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Effect of cars in dating profiles analysed by MoneySuperMarket

RAC fuel spokesman Simon Williams said there is still “scope for further price cuts”

RAC fuel spokesman Simon Williams said there is still “scope for further price cuts”

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'Scope for more price cuts' as fuel prices plummet at fastest rate of the year

Fans of the Goldwing motorbike will flock to a dedicated festival this Saturday along Scarborough's Marine Drive

Fans of the Goldwing motorbike will flock to a dedicated festival this Saturday along Scarborough's Marine Drive

Goldwing motorbike enthusiasts rev up for Saturday festival

Wales introduced a 20 mph speed limit in built-up areas earlier this year

Wales introduced a 20 mph speed limit in built-up areas earlier this year

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Blanket 20 mph speed limit across the UK could lower car insurance premiums

More than 3.5 million parking fines were dished out to tradespeople alone last year, costing more than £177 million

More than 3.5 million parking fines were dished out to tradespeople alone last year, costing more than £177 million

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Car parking hack can help you avoid parking tickets as £177m in fines dished out

York Historic Vehicle Group's 2023 rally at York Racecourse and (clockwise) Neil Cockerill with his 1980 MK2 Ford Escort, Bob Claxton and Roger Clark at the rally and Bob Claxton's 1980 Mini Van

York Historic Vehicle Group's 2023 rally at York Racecourse and (clockwise) Neil Cockerill with his 1980 MK2 Ford Escort, Bob Claxton and Roger Clark at the rally and Bob Claxton's 1980 Mini Van

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More than 500 classic vehicles to go on show in York

What are your thoughts on the proposed pay-per-mile scheme?

What are your thoughts on the proposed pay-per-mile scheme?

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What is the pay-per-mile scheme? Chancellor urged to impose plans on drivers

Drivers would breach section 89 of the Police Act 1997

Drivers would breach section 89 of the Police Act 1997

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Drivers could be fined £1000 for sharing speed trap warnings on Facebook

The highest speed recorded by drivers accelerating after speed cameras in 30mph zones was 57mph

The highest speed recorded by drivers accelerating after speed cameras in 30mph zones was 57mph

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Warning to drivers as many caught speeding 100 metres after speed cameras

The minimum penalty for being caught speeding on the UK's roads is a £100 fine.

The minimum penalty for being caught speeding on the UK's roads is a £100 fine.

Drivers issued warning over commonly believed speed camera myth

Normandy veteran Ken Cooke at the Show n Shine event

Normandy veteran Ken Cooke at the Show n Shine event

The Mayor, a Normandy veteran, and over 70 vintage scooters on show in the York sun

The minimum penalty for speeding is a £100 fine and three penalty points added to your licence.

The minimum penalty for speeding is a £100 fine and three penalty points added to your licence.

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Do police cars have speed cameras? Motoring expert reveals the answer

More than 53,000 incidents of drivers ignoring lane closed signs on smart motorways have been recorded since 2021

More than 53,000 incidents of drivers ignoring lane closed signs on smart motorways have been recorded since 2021

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Thousands of drivers warned they are risking £100 fines on motorways

Dropped kerbs are usually found outside houses in the UK but can you park on them?

Dropped kerbs are usually found outside houses in the UK but can you park on them?

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Can you park on a dropped kerb? The Highway Code offers advice to drivers

The British Metals Recycling Association issued a warning

The British Metals Recycling Association issued a warning

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Drivers who've sold car for over £250 could receive £1,000 fine from DVLA

Any cars that are made in the UK and sold in Europe also need them.

Any cars that are made in the UK and sold in Europe also need them.

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New speed limit law that will 'change how we drive' to come in this weekend

The expert at Independent Advisor Car Insurance, Connor Campbell, has explained that there is legally no maximum age limit for car insurance as long as you’re still fit and healthy enough to drive.

The expert at Independent Advisor Car Insurance, Connor Campbell, has explained that there is legally no maximum age limit for car insurance as long as you’re still fit and healthy enough to drive.

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'Stark' warning to elderly drivers as car insurance soars by up to an extra £600

There is a current 12-week wait for applications to be processed.

There is a current 12-week wait for applications to be processed.

Warning for Blue Badge users 'as driver or passengers' given 10-week notice

According to Cycling UK, one cyclist is either killed or seriously injured every week

According to Cycling UK, one cyclist is either killed or seriously injured every week

The cyclist vs driver debate is so tedious - you have a lethal common enemy

Drivers have been warned that their cars could be fitted with ‘mandatory’ speed limiters following a change to driving laws

Drivers have been warned that their cars could be fitted with ‘mandatory’ speed limiters following a change to driving laws

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Drivers warned of new 'mandatory' speed limiters being fitted on cars this month

The RAC said prices for petrol and diesel in Britain are “far higher than they should be” as wholesale costs have fallen since the end of April

The RAC said prices for petrol and diesel in Britain are “far higher than they should be” as wholesale costs have fallen since the end of April

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5 top tips to save money on petrol and diesel this summer

Drivers were asked five basic theory questions and 88% of people could not get them all right.

Drivers were asked five basic theory questions and 88% of people could not get them all right.

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Take our driving theory quiz as 88 per cent fail these 5 basic test questions

Driving in flip flops could break the Highway Code and see you fined £1,000

Driving in flip flops could break the Highway Code and see you fined £1,000

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Drivers warned of £1,000 fine for wearing summer clothing in heatwave

Howard Cram on Bangers and Cash

Howard Cram on Bangers and Cash

‘I thought I’d come back’ – internationally awarded mechanic recognised by top show

Here are another 5 speed camera myths busted

Here are another 5 speed camera myths busted

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Must speed cameras be visible? Here are another 5 speed camera myths busted

Nearly 2 million motorists were fined in the first quarter of the last financial year

Nearly 2 million motorists were fined in the first quarter of the last financial year

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Little-known car parking loophole that could help you avoid a hefty fine

Highway Code warning as drivers could face £5,000 fine over air conditioning in their car

Highway Code warning as drivers could face £5,000 fine over air conditioning in their car

Drivers warned they could face £5,000 fine over air conditioning in car

Well, you might be surprised to know the answer.

Well, you might be surprised to know the answer.

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Can speed cameras catch you speeding on the other side of the road?

The Distinguished Gentleman's Ride 2024 in York

The Distinguished Gentleman's Ride 2024 in York

More than 240 motorbikers in mass ride through central York

Drivers have been warned not to forget their car’s MOT due date after it was revealed millions missed their MOT renewal date

Drivers have been warned not to forget their car’s MOT due date after it was revealed millions missed their MOT renewal date

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MOT warning for millions as DVSA data reveals 5.2 million expired MOTs

The new MG dealership

The new MG dealership

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MG opens separate dealership for its cars in North Yorkshire town

What are the unwritten rules for being a polite petrol station customer?

What are the unwritten rules for being a polite petrol station customer?

Drivers issued petrol station warnings: the five things you must know

Drivers have been urged to change their winter tyres this summer

Drivers have been urged to change their winter tyres this summer

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The simple swap drivers should make to avoid £1000s in fines over the summer

Smoking, littering and being sick are among the most annoying things passengers can do in the car, according to UK drivers.

Smoking, littering and being sick are among the most annoying things passengers can do in the car, according to UK drivers.

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Drivers share the 10 most annoying things passengers do - are you guilty of any?

Motorfinity has analysed the main reasons for failing so that those sitting their tests won't fall victim to the same mistakes.

Motorfinity has analysed the main reasons for failing so that those sitting their tests won't fall victim to the same mistakes.

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10 most common driving faults revealed (and they're more basic than you think)

The Highway Code states that you must not hold and use a mobile phone to text, make calls, take photos or videos, or browse the web, while behind the wheel

The Highway Code states that you must not hold and use a mobile phone to text, make calls, take photos or videos, or browse the web, while behind the wheel

Drivers warned they could be risking fines while waiting at drive-throughs

UK drivers could be breaking the Highway Code by driving while wearing sunglasses this summer

UK drivers could be breaking the Highway Code by driving while wearing sunglasses this summer

Drivers warned they face fines of up £2,500 for wearing sunglasses

It's important to make sure your car insurance details are correct to avoid invalidating it

It's important to make sure your car insurance details are correct to avoid invalidating it

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10 ways you could be invalidating your car insurance without realising

UK drivers have been told to be 'patient' when passing horses

UK drivers have been told to be 'patient' when passing horses

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Highway Code issues updated guidance for drivers passing horses on roads

The Highway Code contains a rule that all pet owners should be aware of

The Highway Code contains a rule that all pet owners should be aware of

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Drivers warned of £5,000 for travelling with dogs in your car

The RAC has warned some journeys will take twice as long this weekend, while Network Rail also warns of disruption

The RAC has warned some journeys will take twice as long this weekend, while Network Rail also warns of disruption

Busiest roads and times this Easter as RAC warns of traffic chaos

If the “criminal act of vandalism” is valued at less than £5,000, then a fine of up to £2,500 can be granted

If the “criminal act of vandalism” is valued at less than £5,000, then a fine of up to £2,500 can be granted

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The childish prank that could land you with a £2,500 fine