Why are obstructions in the road not being marked or illuminated properly at night?

In late November last year I was driving along a two-way urban 30mph road at 6.30pm, in pouring rain and dense traffic I suddenly felt two nasty bumps on the rear side, stopped in nearby layby and found...

Minor collision - who is at fault?

I was parked on a road, off side of the car to the pavement. To leave my space I checked my mirror and reversed into an empty space behind me. I hit a car that was driving forward into the space. She...

Why was I convicted of failing to stop for an accident?

Last autumn I joined the A5 from a minor road at a busy large roundabout with five exits. As I left the roundabout I felt the slightest bump on my nearside. Four days later I received a Notice of Intended...

How can I prevent my car being written off after an accident?

Last Friday a lady crashed into my car. She admits it was her fault, we swapped details and the insurance company is now sorting the claim. My problem is I think they are too quick to "write off" my car....

My brother-in-law knocked down a pedestrian and was unfairly classified as 'Driver error'. Can this be altered?

My brother-in-law knocked down a pedestrian. He kept his insurance company informed (LV) and had to make a claim to rectify the damage on his car. The police investigated and classified the accident as...

How can young drivers protect their insurance premiums?

I am a Northern Irish male resident who holds a full motor vehicle and motorcycle driving licence and have seen your recommendations for cars for a 21-year-old. I have just turned 22 and have been in a...

Can I thank Egertons of Chester for their help following a serious road accident?

Two days before Christmas we were involved in an horrific crash, and had to be cut out of our vehicle, which at the time was loaded with Christmas gifts, a hamper of food, luggage and all the bric a brac...

Should I call Suzuki before my insurers in the event of an accident?

Having just bought a newish Suzuki I am advised in the case of an accident to call Suzuki before my insurers. Is this a good idea or will my insurance be upset?

How can my son's girlfriend prove she was not involved in an accident?

My son's girlfriend has owned her SEAT Ibiza from new, for the last four years. She has been insured with More Than for the last 2 and has 7 years NCB. Her renewal documentation arrived early in October...

Why do you suggest Driver Awareness Courses even for incidents where the driver is not at fault?

I was a bit puzzled by your response to GJ of Norwich. Driver Awareness Courses are offered as an alternative to prosecution and the likelihood of penalty points. I have no doubt that attendance of such...