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Parents offered motoring advice 24 Nov 2009 (News)
people injured in car crashes were aged between 16 and 19 years old. Chief examiner Peter Rodger said: "For young adults, a lack of driver training and a blase attitude to safety inherited from their parents could combine to make a particularly lethal combination." Meanwhile -
Over 14 million damaged cars on the road, new research suggests 24 Sep 2021 (News)
per cent of drivers admitting their car was damaged. Young drivers are the most likely to own a damaged car, with two thirds (67 per cent) of 18-24-year-olds admitting their vehicle was "scarred" compared to two in five (41 per cent) of the over-65s -
Classic adventurers tackle 8500km endurance rally 10 Feb 2015 (News)
Seventy classic cars are tackling rivers, mountains and jungles on an epic 25-day 8500km rally. Organised by the Endurance Rally Association, the new Road to Mandalay rally started at the iconic Raffles Hotel in Singapore on 1 February. From there, drivers -
'Be careful of secondhand cars' 26 Jun 2008 (News)
finding that five of them were not fit to be taken onto the road, according to the Borehamwood and Elstree Times. County councillor Richard Smith remarked that young people could be the most prone to buying a cheap vehicle that is not roadworthy, the news source added. Mr Smith said -
Insurance premiums due to increase in March 27 Feb 2017 (News)
Average car insurance premiums could increase by up to £75 a year according to industry experts, with young drivers and older motorists hit hardest. Insurance premiums could rise by an average of £75 after the Government changed the way -
Car buyers over-55 less likely to choose electric, survey finds 15 Nov 2019 (News)
The over-55s are the least likely to choose an electric car, a new survey has found. The study by KPMG found that range anxiety (the distance the car can travel on one charge) was the biggest turn off for 75 per cent of drivers over the age of 55, while less -
Toyota and Lexus at Goodwood Festival of Speed 16 Jun 2011 (News)
, a prototype rally car from the 1980s that never saw competition after championship regulations were changed. The machine is one of just two that have survived. Juha Kankkunen, one of world rallying’s most successful drivers, will be taking the wheel of a mighty Group B Celica, a version of the car -
Government aims to reduce insurance premiums 14 Feb 2012 (News)
. Improving young driver safety, in part through more widespread use of telematics systems to monitor driver behaviour. Reducing the cost of legal costs by implementing reforms and banning referral fees – this will transform the current ‘no win, no fee’ claim culture -
Average cost of car insurance falls 12.5% 21 Jan 2014 (News)
news for the majority of drivers. In fact, all age groups have seen a reduction in the amount they are being quoted for car insurance over the last 12 months. Young men have been the main beneficiaries of comprehensive price reductions over 2013, with 17-20 year olds seeing their premiums fall -
Insurance prices on the up 28 Jan 2015 (News)
Insurance prices rose by £12 in the last three months of 2014 to an average of £594 for a comprehensive policy. The second consecutive quarterly increase marks the end of several years of falling insurance premiums. Young drivers faced larger increases than -
Fatal accident claims Emma Wilkinson on the Peking to Paris 12 Jun 2013 (News)
Peter Davies, who was not hurt in the accident, driving Car 92 – a 1970 Chevrolet C10 (below). The Tyumen region police reported that the incident was a head-on crash between the British driver’s Chevrolet and a Volkswagen Polo. They added the Polo’s passengers, a 31-year-old -
KIA Soul Train Satart 3 Month Tour 3 Jun 2009 (News)
The Soul Train, comprising a convoy of eight Kia Souls, will spread the fun and turn heads in each town it visits en route. The Soul Train will drive for five days each week, dropping into various local events where the specially commissioned drivers-turned-singers will emerge -
Give the road your full attention and 'do not text' 6 May 2009 (News)
Motorists in the UK have been warned about the dangers of trying to write text messages while at the wheel by a new government-sponsored campaign. The Think! campaign, organised by the Department for Transport (DfT), highlights the fact that 93 per cent of drivers agree that texting -
Driving superstars to appear at Festival of Speed 9 Jun 2008 (News)
from July 11th to 13th, the annual event will see a host of famous faces come together to celebrate the history of motor racing. The theme for this year's festival is 'Hawthorn to Hamilton - Britain's Love Affair with World Motor Sport' and it is therefore no surprise that young star Lewis -
More Cars, More Choice at Mobility Roadshow 2006 23 May 2006 (News)
. Toyota will launch a dedicated range of mobility accessories for its core range (Yaris, Corolla, Verso and RAV4 models). A UK initiative, the company says it is the first manufacturer to do so. The first items available will be a driver or passenger swivel seat and, for RAV4 and Verso, an automatic lift -
Kids Get to Drive Supercars 9 Jul 2009 (News)
young drivers reach an average speed of around 35mph, although with practice and confidence they can go faster. Safety helmets are provided. Family friendly Suitable for all the family, a TeenTrackAttack experience is fun to come and watch, too. There’s plenty of action -
MB World Offer Winter Driving Course 16 Nov 2010 (News)
Winter Driving, a new course launched by the Mercedes-Benz Driving Academy at Mercedes-Benz World in Weybridge, is specifically designed to ensure that even the most seasoned driver is prepared for the dangers and demanding road conditions that the winter brings. Road accident figures show -
Christmas gift guide: Get on track - or off road 17 Nov 2014 (News)
inclines. The same rules typically apply to off-road experiences as to trackdays, so check age and licence restrictions. Younger driver lessons Learning to drive usually starts at 17 - but it’s now possible to get behind the wheel early. Admiral/Skoda Young -
Special Child Safety Event at Mercedes-Benz World 28 May 2009 (News)
. Additionally, from 10am-4pm over the weekend, families can enjoy a host of fantastic free activities including face painting and competitions. Young visitors will be given the chance to meet Roary the Racing Car, receive a goody bag from his mechanic Big Chris, and cut their racing-driver teeth on an exciting -
Pedestrians aged 18 to 24 most likely to be distracted by phones 2 Nov 2015 (News)
training makes young people more aware of their surroundings both as a driver and a passenger, so hazards can be anticipated earlier." Ford recently introduced a new pedestrian detection system that can help avoid a collision or at least reduce the impact of one. Called Pre-Collision Assist