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  One in five fleet drivers involved in accidents while using a phone while driving 1 Mar 2018 (News)
  One in five UK firms say their employees have been involved in an accident while driving for work due to using a mobile phone at the wheel, according to new RAC research. A year after increased penalties were introduced for using a handheld phone at the wheel
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  Honest John's Deals of the Week 3 Jul 2017 (News)
  is offering customers who buy a new model on PCP - except the Kodiaq - a £500 fuel voucher. The event runs until 17 July. There is also a £500 test drive voucher for Kodiaq customers and deposit contributions of up to £2000 depending on the model
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  Driver Clocked on M25 at 149mph 27 May 2014 (News)
  been convicted of dangerous driving and have served prison sentences. In response to a Freedom of Information request by the Insitute of Advanced Motorists, 33 local police authorities released their figures for the perios April 2013 to May 2013. Other findings include: The highest
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  Sir Ray Tindle to notch up 50 London to Brighton runs 28 Aug 2013 (News)
  On Sunday 3 November Sir Ray Tindle will be embarking on his 50th Brighton Run, each time driving his faithful single-cylinder Speedwell Dogcart, a 1904 car that he purchased more than half a century ago to fulfil a childhood dream. Like so many others, Sir
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  Christmas gift guide: Get on track - or off road 17 Nov 2014 (News)
  The boom in experience days is a recent thing - fifteen years ago there was no such thing as a supercar driving day or a JCB racing experience, but now there are dozens of things you can pay to do that would otherwise occupy the realm of dreams. Read our guide to the different types
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  Driverless cars set for UK motorways next year 15 Mar 2016 (News)
  this year. If successful, the motorway network will be next, with trials including “truck platooning” tests as well. Truck platooning involves self-driving convoys of HGVs driving close to each other, which reduces drag and improves fuel consumption. “At a time of great
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  Older drivers refresher courses benefit all drivers 30 Jun 2010 (News)
  The Institute of Advanced Motorists has welcomed a new RAC report on older drivers which finds that 84 per cent of drivers aged 70 or over acknowledge the value of a refresher driving course. Neil Greig, IAM Director of Policy and Research said: "With ever
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  Up to £10,489 Off New Volvos via Drivethedeal 15 Jun 2010 (News)
   ordered by 30 June 2010. With savings of up to £10,000 off manufacturers list prices, these deals are simply too good to miss.   Volvo XC60 D3 [163] DRIVe ES 5dr £23,401 Saving £3,322   Volvo XC60 D3 [163] DRIVe SE 5dr £24,006
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  New tap socket from Laser Tools 16 Jun 2015 (News)
  When cutting new threads (or cleaning old ones), the traditional T-piece type tap holder can be awkward to manage, especially if space is a bit tight. So this new tap socket from Laser Tools should make things easier. You can use it with either 1/4in or 3/8in drive ratchets and extensions
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  Frankfurt Motor Show 2013: Top 10 new family cars you'll be driving next year 9 Sep 2013 (News)
  We run down 10 of the best new family cars, that you'll be driving next year, to get their European unveiling at the Frankfurt Motor Show.
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  Latest Toyota Recall On Land Cruiser and GX430 models 20 Apr 2010 (News)
  Toyota Motor Corporation today announced a global recall campaign for the Toyota Land Cruiser Prado and Lexus GX 460 models. This recall campaign does not affect right hand drive Toyota Land Cruiser models sold in the UK. Left hand drive Toyota Land Cruiser Prado models
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  Save £3,741 on a Scenic 4x4 6 Apr 2001 (News)
  Not to be confused with the normal Renault Scenic, the Scenic RX4 is a butch four-wheel drive off-road version with a big spare wheel on the back. This week, www.showroom4cars.com is offering the RX4 2 litre 16v Sport
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  Drivers prepared to break the law using 'self-driving' technology 18 Oct 2018 (News)
  they would not be held liable if they were involved in a crash when using assisted driving systems. The survey polled 250 British car owners and discovered that an alarming amount admitted that they'd be tempted to break the law while using such functions, with 18 per cent being prepared to send
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  Questions raised over classic car safety 23 Jan 2015 (News)
  The conviction of a London-based minicab driver in January 2015 – found guilty of causing death by careless driving when he crashed into a 1963 MGB roadster – put the subject of classic car safety in the headlines. And a spokesman for the AA has since suggested that owners
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  Cheap Volvo Car Leasing Deals from dsgauto.com 20 Jan 2010 (News)
     S40 1.6d R-design @ £276.54 Volvo   V50 2.0d S      @ £278.76 Volvo   V70 1.6d Drive SE      @ £284.90 Volvo   S40 2.0d R-design
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  Volvo’s driverless car: All you need to know. 10 Nov 2014 (News)
  , with a system called ‘Drive Me’. So what is it? Volvo is describing Drive Me as more of an aid than a replacement for the driver; essentially the car will drive itself on dull roads, like motorways, and allow the driver to relax as the vehicle takes over
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  A Grand Monday: Lada Samara 1 Jul 2019 (News)
  The Samara was Lada’s attempt to modernise itself and compete with European hatchbacks, and was also the company’s first front-wheel-drive model. Engines were contemporary, too - belt-driven overhead cam units that were rough and ready, but also surprisingly sprightly
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  SsangYong offers free 4x4 upgrade on Tivoli 6 Dec 2016 (News)
  SsangYong is offering buyers a free upgrade from front-wheel drive to 4x4 when they buy a diesel Tivoli or Tivoli XLV. The offer applies to EX and ELX trim levels and runs until 31 January 2017. Prices for applicable models start at £16,250
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  Paris Motor Show 2016: Mercedes-Benz introduces ‘All-Terrain’ E-Class 21 Sep 2016 (News)
  Mercedes-Benz has announced the E-Class All-Terrain, an all-wheel drive version of the E-Class Estate with increased ground clearance and additional protective bodywork. The E-Class All-Terrain will be launched
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  Eric Morecambe’s Jensen Interceptor for sale 18 Feb 2016 (News)
  . Morecambe spoke about this car on an episode of television chat show Parkinson in 1972, describing the time when he was driving through Batley in Leeds late one evening. He was appearing with Ernie Wise at the local variety club when he became unwell and decided to drive home. He felt