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Drivers warned not to press 'car on squiggles' button, and it's costly if you do
A baffled motorist took to social media to ask about the button, which shows a car on top of two squiggles with the word "OFF" next to it and was quickly warned not to give into temptation
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Celebs Brits want with them if car breaks down from Lewis Hamilton to The Rock
Lewis Hamilton and Jenson Button topped the list - followed by Bear Grylls, Damon Hill, and Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson, the study found
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New driving laws for March 2024 including DVLA number plate ban and fuel duty
March is bringing a wave of changes to driving laws that could catch out motorists, which could see costs rise for drivers with petrol and diesel vehicles
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Full list of medical conditions drivers must tell DVLA about or risk £1,000 fine
The DVLA has an extensive list which highlights a wide range of conditions which may need to be reported and this includes things such as cancer, diabetes and neurological disorders
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Driver from hell captured on camera making worst possible mistake at roundabout
After a study showed six million drivers in the UK are vulnerable to big errors when using roundabouts, one driver demonstrated the dangers we all face on the road
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'Genius'' toilet brush hack makes car mats look 'professionally cleaned'
Struggling to get stubborn dirt and dog hair off your car mats? One man has raved about an 'incredibly' easy hack that uses a toilet brush to buff off any unwanted grime. However, not everyone is convinced
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Number plate mistakes which could see you fined £1,000 as change kicks in today
Since 2001, number plates have been based on a system which displays information about your car, the first two letters show where the car was first registered and the second two digits identify the car's age
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Car insurance warning to millions of UK drivers who are being 'hit in pocket'
Four million drivers in the UK are being warned that they could be 'hit in the pocket' due to a common mistake that people make when renewing their car insurance
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Everyone can see 16 cars in simple image and those with high IQ can spot twins
Everybody can see the cars in this image, but only those with a high IQ can spot the identical twin vehicles - do you think you've got what it takes to find them?
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Drivers can be fined £1,000 for not telling DVLA about 'harmless passion'
Only 62 per cent of drivers who modified their vehicle told the DVLA about the changes, it has been warned. Failing to tell the authorities could lead to a big fine
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Car expert's 2024 number plate warning every driver should know before March
The new 2024 number plates will launch on March 1, but car experts warn that Brits across the nation could be at risk of hefty fines and penalty points if they don't abide by strict driving laws
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Over half of learner drivers failed their theory test in 2023, study finds
This amounted to over £16 million wasted across the UK - with 711,000 disappointed aspiring motorists paying £23 a go to sit the test
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Drivers finally work out what blank road signs with red borders actually mean
There are so many road signs, so it can be tricky to memorise the meanings of all of them, and there's a common one that many people have no clue about - but it's important
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Mum hailed genius after discovering 4p trick to open car doors in tight spaces
A mum has been dubbed a 'genius' after sharing a hack that ensures you won't damage the car next to you if you're parked in a tight spot next to another vehicle
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Drivers told to contact DVLA or they could face points on their licence
The DVLA has issued an urgent warning to drivers over seven fines and penalties that could be incurred if certain information is not declared. You could be fined up to £1,000 and get six points
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Car brands that will make people think you're rich - see if yours made it
If you're looking to exude wealth and status with the car you drive, AutoTrader has shared the car brands most likely to be owned by those who are higher earners
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Drivers stumble across 'hidden button' that can help if you're locked out of car
Drivers are only just realising that if you're unfortunate enough to get locked out of your car thanks to the fob battery running out, there's a way to get into your car regardless
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New number plate changes from March – but some drivers admit they 'have no clue'
More than one in 10 people people said they didn't "have a clue" how many times a year new UK registration plates were updated as the DVLA confirms it's a matter of weeks until the change comes in
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MOT warning for drivers as mechanic explains the 'stupidest' reason cars fail
Top mechanics say motorists are regularly failing their MOT tests because of stupid reasons - including having things hanging from their rearview mirror, which could lead to a fail
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Cop on way to scene of fatal crash informed his wife is among dead victims
Melissa Delaney, 41, from Dumfries, Scotland, died following a crash on the A75 - her husband was responding to the incident whilst on duty when he discovered she was the victim
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Little-known motoring law involving driveways could see Brits hit with £5k fines
Motoring experts have been reminded about a common habit which could mean people are breaking the law and could face prosecution, as well as a hefty fine
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Joe Swash, Chris Kamara, and Angela Barnes as you've never seen them before
David Badcock used over 100kg of old car metal, steering wheels, and nuts and bolts, to craft the artworks of Joe Swash, Chris Kamara, and Angela Barnes
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Hire cars get cheaper in 11 holiday hotspots in boost for Brits ahead of summer
Analysis of data supplied by car hire broker Zest Rental looked at car hire prices in 13 popular holiday destinations including Orlando, Alicante, Lanazrote and Corfu for the forthcoming Easter and summer holidays
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Two-bed house looks like a steal for £95,000 - until you see weird detail
Home-hunters have been left baffled when looking at a £95k property online - but the reason for the cheap price tag becomes apparent when you look inside the house
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Martin Lewis shares 'next steps' for drivers affected by car finance scandal
MoneySavingExpert.com (MSE) website founder Martin Lewis last month shared that millions of drivers could be owed compensation payouts if they bought a car, van or motorbike between 2007 and 2021
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