Since its launch on June 1, 2021, Birmingham’s Clean Air Zone (CAZ) has been operational 24/7 to improve air quality in the city centre. Drivers need to be fully aware of the CAZ boundaries, rules, charges, and potential …
Two young men, Mohammed Khan and Mohammed Haydar, have been sentenced to prison for a large-scale theft operation targeting vehicles near Birmingham City FC’s stadium. Between December 2022 and October 2024, the 23-year-olds …
From 1 July 2026, claimants on the Motability Scheme receiving Personal Independence Payment (PIP) or Disability Living Allowance (DLA) will be subject to a new 25p per mile charge for excess mileage. The change, announced by …
Recent data highlights the most stolen car models across Birmingham and the wider West Midlands region, with Toyota, BMW, and Mercedes featuring prominently on the list. Last year, thousands of vehicles were stolen from …
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 …
The Met Office has issued a red heat alert for Wednesday and Thursday this week, forecasting temperatures soaring up to 38°C across vast areas of the country. Cities like Birmingham, currently under an amber warning, are …
With the FIFA World Cup 2026 kicking off this week, many fans across England are eager to showcase their patriotism by flying the England flag from their homes and vehicles. However, before you attach that St George’s Cross …
HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC) has introduced a significant update to the mileage allowance for employees and self-employed individuals using their personal vehicles for work purposes. The mileage rate has been increased from …
The Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA) has announced a significant change in driving regulations effective from July 1. All drivers operating goods vehicles over 2.5 tonnes will need to have a smart tachograph 2 (ST2) …
A popular Toyota hybrid model has surged up the list of the UK’s most stolen cars, prompting urgent warnings for owners to enhance their vehicle security. New data reveals that thefts of the Toyota C-HR Dynamic HEV CVT and …
The Labour government has announced new regulations concerning number plates and medical driving licences amid ongoing scrutiny of the Driver and Vehicle Licensing Agency’s (DVLA) processes. Each year, the DVLA makes over …
The DVLA clamped more than 150,000 untaxed vehicles last year in an effort to enforce car tax regulations. However, these efforts have been met with resistance, as an astonishing 28,642 wheel clamps were illegally removed …
Stellantis has issued an urgent recall of 10,000 vehicles across the UK due to concerns that engine parts could detach and fall off while driving. The recall affects cars and vans equipped with the 1.5-litre BlueHDi diesel …
Dudley Council is currently under scrutiny following widespread delays in bin collections and growing dissatisfaction over pothole repairs. At a full council meeting on April 13, Cllr Adeela Qayyum highlighted significant …
The introduction of new car tax rules is poised to burden businesses with an estimated cost of £260 million, following the Labour government’s announcement of pay-per-mile charges. The British Vehicle Rental and Leasing …