New DVLA Rule Extends Driving Licence Validity for 30,000 Ukrainian Drivers in Great Britain Tuesday, June 30, 2026 dvla ukraine driving licence regulation extension gb motorists transport government A significant update to driving licence regulations is on the horizon, affecting thousands of Ukrainian licence holders residing in Great Britain. According to DVLA data, 30,293 Ukrainian driving licences were exchanged for … Read More
Drivers Urged to Fill Up Before 9pm Ahead of England's Intense Heatwave Thursday, June 25, 2026 heatwave motorists fuel safety england temperatures travel vehicles warnings precautions Drivers in England are being strongly advised to refuel their petrol or diesel vehicles before 9pm on Saturday, June 27, as the country braces for an unprecedented heatwave. The Met Office has forecasted scorching … Read More
Drivers Face Up to £5,000 Fine for Wrong Footwear Choices During UK Heatwave Sunday, June 21, 2026 footwear driving safety fines heatwave uk motorists flipflops control penalties During the ongoing UK heatwave, drivers are being cautioned about the risks of wearing unsafe footwear behind the wheel—a choice that could cost them up to £5,000 in fines. Many motorists may feel tempted to swap their usual … Read More
Why Police Are Stopping Cars – The Growing Danger of Drug-Driving Sunday, May 31, 2026 drug-driving drink-driving road-safety driving-ban drug-laws motorists convictions penalties prescription-drugs impairment While drink-driving is widely recognized as a dangerous and irresponsible act, drug-driving remains a serious but often underestimated risk on Britain’s roads. Campaigners are raising the alarm, arguing that drug-impaired … Read More
DVLA Ends Car Tax Charge for Electric Vehicles Under £50,000 Sunday, May 24, 2026 dvla vehicleexciseduty electricvehicles cartax ev taxrules electriccars cartax2025 automotive motorists The DVLA has issued a vital warning to motorists about a potentially costly tax pitfall linked to electric vehicles (EVs). From April 1, 2025, electric cars priced at £50,000 or less will no longer be subject to the expensive … Read More
Rachel Reeves Confirms Cancellation of 5p Fuel Duty Rise Friday, May 22, 2026 fuel tax motorists costofliving government rachelreeves fuelprices economy transport policy Chancellor Rachel Reeves has confirmed that the planned 5p fuel duty increase will be cancelled, keeping fuel duty frozen for the remainder of the year. This decision comes after growing pressure on the Government to protect … Read More