All news on the topic: Cars

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Top 40 features of a perfect garage - a large tool chest tops the list
Other must-haves in a car storage space include a vehicle charging port, super-fast internet - and a high-level security system, according to motoring enthusiasts
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Brits urged to check avoid fines by checking vehicle's compliance
Motorway’s free ULEZ Checker could save you hundreds of pounds in unexpected fines, across fifteen UK cities
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Fairytale of New York tops list of best Christmas driving songs, study finds
The Pogues' 1988 hit beat the aptly-named 'Driving Home For Christmas', by Chris Rea, to the top spot for Christmas road trips this year
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Drivers urged to do important check before Christmas to avoid complete disaster
One-third of all UK car breakdowns occur during the festive season. Avoid having to fork out more than £150 and turning Christmas into chaos by completing this two minute check
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Pensioner receives 14 fines for driving in bus lane - despite already paying up
Graham Clarke, 82, said he feels he has been "harassed" by Tunbridge Wells council after claiming he has received 14 fines for driving in a bus lane despite paying up the first time
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Moment man crushed against wall by his own defrosting car as thief drives it off
The owner of the car had left his vehicle on the driveway to defrost early one morning when an opportunistic thief climbed in, injuring the resident as he made his escape
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Delivery van drivers say a compliment or a 'thank you' can make their day
Other nice gestures they have received from customers include a personalised thank-you note, and a Christmas tip or gift, the research revealed
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Six new driving laws passed in 2023 that could see oblivious motorists fined
This year has seen a number of new or amended driving laws come into force across the UK, and many of the new laws carry penalties in the form of fines or points if motorists flout the rules
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Seven expensive winter driving mistakes to avoid including muddy number plate
Some common mistakes - including driving with a dirty number plate and not checking your tyres - could cost you dearly during the winter months when it often rains and snows
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Kitchen cupboard staple melts away car windshield frost - and costs just 50p
Using items like an old CD or credit card to shift the frost from your car can cause more damage than good. However, experts have found a simple solution that works a treat, and you probably already have it at home
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Drivers discover 20p 'check' that could save your life on icy roads this winter
Parts of the UK have already seen snow and ice - meaning drivers need to be more cautious than normal. Here's a handy trick that could save you from having an accident on the roads
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Car expert's warning over 'dangerous' warm water defrosting hack in icy weather
Before heading out on the icy road this winter, motorists are being strongly warned to avoid a viral hack to speed up defrosting, as it can be dangerous to you and other drivers
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Winter mistakes that could see UK drivers fined £10k including defrosting error
Car experts have told British drivers to be careful to avoid several common driving mistakes people often make over the Christmas period that can leave them in dangerous situations or with huge fines
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Driver warning as simple tyre mistake could land you with £10,000 fine
The car experts at Swansway Motor Group told the Mirror that during the winter months, it was "important" that drivers check their tyres as failures could "lead to dire consequences"
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Double yellow lines just a foot wide baffle motorists as council doubles down
Edinburgh City Council has come under fire after double yellow lines around just one-foot wide appeared on a road on Duke Place in Leith - with confused locals asking if they were preparing for the return of ancient unicycles
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Expert warns against catastrophic defrosting hack - but shares 5p potato trick
Windscreen defrosting is annoying, but experts have warned not to use a viral technique as it can 'be detrimental' to the vehicle, even causing windscreen cracks and chips
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'I'm a car expert from Iceland - Brits make a terrible mistake in the snow'
A car expert has claimed British motorists often make some terrible mistakes when driving in snowy conditions - including leaving one key piece of clothing at home
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Woman discovers right way to use ice scraper and it defrosts window in seconds
A woman has claimed she's discovered the proper way to defrost her car in the freezing mornings, and said her new method is 'so much quicker' than what she was doing before
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Daily windscreen habit you should adopt to avoid defrosting in the mornings
Defrost your windshield is essential, but takes up valuable time before you start your journey, but this hack might mean that it is one task you never have to do again
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One in five drivers rarely, or never, check the condition of their car tyres
More than a tenth admit they wouldn't know how to do so - with one in four unsure where their spare tyre is kept, while 45% don't know what their tyre pressure should be
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Drivers warned 'misuse' of handy button in the winter could land you fine
A car expert warns that you could be slapped with fine if you use you don't know the laws around fog lights and use them too frequently. 'Many are unaware that there are strict rules regarding their use," he said.
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Drivers warned of rule which could land them with £2,500 fine this Christmas
Brits up and down the country want to have a little bit of fun this Christmas however drivers will need to be aware of the rules of the road to avoid facing a significant fine over the festive season
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Driving law quiz tests your knowledge of 2023's new changes
Although it can be hard to keep on top of all the driving law changes, it is important to make sure you are not falling foul of any recently introduced measures
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Meet the man who uses his F1 car for weekly shopping and trips to Greggs
Alan Thomson, 54, drives his Formula One car around motorways and city centres, even when he goes shopping or visits his local Greggs for a sausage roll and coffee
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I won the league with Man City - now I sell supercars after quitting football
More than a decade after winning the Premier League with Roberto Mancini's Manchester City, Nigel de Jong is selling supercars for a living and has some high-profile clients