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Cars
Learner drivers can rack up fines before even passing test due to key DVSA question
Driving
A UK driving school has warned learner drivers that they can receive points on their provisional licence before they've even passed their test, and when they're not even the one behind the wheel
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Major law change means drivers shouldn't fill up fuel tanks this week
Petrol
The UK Government has brought in new legislation to monitor any irregularities in pricing at petrol and diesel stations and this could mean big savings for motorists filling up their car
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Car insurance 'no claims' warning for drivers with nine years of good history
Driving
Many drivers are keen to protect their no claims discount - but firms may not reward you with further discounts after you've reached nine years of no claims, an expert has warned.
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Major UK councils ban popular Audi, Mercedes, BMW and Tesla cars from parking in bays
Motoring
Drivers of popular car makes including Kia, BMW, Mercedes and Range Rover are being warned they could be hit with fines of up to £70 if they try to park in car parks
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I own the original VW Herbie Love Bug and people can't stop talking to my car
Motoring
Luke Theochari, 65, has been a fan of the Volkswagen Beetle since he was a child and has now spent tens of thousands of pounds to own one of the original Herbie movie cars
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Only half of UK drivers know how much it costs to run their car each month, study finds
Driving
But almost seven in 10 have been hit by hefty vehicle repair bills in the last year - like damaged windscreens, or dashboard warning lights
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Half of van drivers have felt pressured to lend their vehicle to friends or family
Driving
But four in 10 say it often comes back in a worse condition than it was lent in - and over half have even had to claim on insurance after getting it back
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Three in 10 drivers have dreamed of owning a car - they have seen on screen
Driving
The 1982 Pontiac Trans-Am, KITT, from the Knight Rider series, topped the list - followed by the iconic DeLorean from Back To The Future
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Best car for first-time drivers is the Toyota Aygo, according to research
Motoring
A poll of 1,000 motorists who've passed their driving test in the last three years identified what they'd want from their inaugural motor - and the Toyota Aygo came out on top
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Only a quarter of drivers would try to change a flat tyre themselves, study finds
Driving
Over half would choose to call for roadside assistance, instead - as they say they lack knowledge of the steps needed to change a tyre
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Number of aspiring drivers passing their theory tests has been falling for 15 years, data shows
Driving
The driving theory test success rate hit an all-time low in 2022, with just 44% passing it - while 55% who sat the test last year failed, according to DVSA figures
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Lack of government incentives could harm EV sales targets, Fiat says
Driving
The plug-in car grant, first introduced in 2011, was scrapped in 2022 - but now, car manufacturer Fiat is appealing for it to be reinstated
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Over 100kg of scrapped car parts used to create portraits - of Chris Kamara and Joe Swash
Entertainment
The three celebrity portraits, also including one of stand-up comedian, Angela Barnes, were created over 100 hours, by mixed-media artist, David Badcock
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Top EV myths debunked - including that electric vehicles aren't suitable for long journeys
Driving
Over eight in 10 motorists feel that EV production still has a long way to go before they would consider making the switch, research found
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Parking charges 'to increase' for heavier and wider cars – even if it's electric
London
London councils are leading the way with the heavy motor tax but local authorities across Britain are likely to follow with fee hikes across the whole country
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Del Boy classic found in huge haul of vintage cars mysteriously abandoned in UK barn
Urban Explorers
A huge collection of cars appears to have been left abandoned for decades – and petrolhead urban explorer discovered that one of them dates back almost a century
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Nissan is celebrating 90 years of car production - by looking at greatest transport innovations
Driving
Some of the top milestone moments include the first flight of Concorde, the opening of the Channel Tunnel, and the first flight - and Transatlantic flight - of a commercial jet airliner
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New guide has been published - to debunk common electric vehicle myths
Driving
Some of the top misconceptions around EVs include that you can't charge them in the rain, and they are at higher risk of breaking down or catching fire, the research found
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Aston Martin DB5 would be the perfect car to keep in dream garage, car lovers say
Driving
And when it comes to the top features of the ideal car storage space, a large tool chest, and a state-of-the-art security system, come top of the list
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Delivery van drivers feel sad and worthless - if customers don't thank them, study finds
Driving
Nine in 10 say a compliment or a thank you can go a long way - while almost three-quarters say a negative interaction has the potential to ruin their day
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Four in 10 drivers only buy new tyres - if their car fails its MOT, research finds
Driving
Nearly six in 10 reckon tyres sold at garages are too expensive - but over a quarter have no clue what to look out for when the time comes to buy new tyres
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'New souped-up Mercedes is beautiful and well-made but comes at a hell of a price'
Mercedes
Daily Star motoring correspondent Colin Goodwin takes a look at the new and improved Mercedes-Benz GLC220d Coupe and while there's a lot to like, the price isn't one of them
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Learner drivers can rack up fines before even passing test due to key DVSA question
A UK driving school has warned learner drivers that they can receive points on their provisional licence before they've even passed their test, and when they're not even the one behind the wheel
Major law change means drivers shouldn't fill up fuel tanks this week
Petrol
The UK Government has brought in new legislation to monitor any irregularities in pricing at petrol and diesel stations and this could mean big savings for motorists filling up their car
Car insurance 'no claims' warning for drivers with nine years of good history
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Many drivers are keen to protect their no claims discount - but firms may not reward you with further discounts after you've reached nine years of no claims, an expert has warned.
Major UK councils ban popular Audi, Mercedes, BMW and Tesla cars from parking in bays
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Drivers of popular car makes including Kia, BMW, Mercedes and Range Rover are being warned they could be hit with fines of up to £70 if they try to park in car parks
I own the original VW Herbie Love Bug and people can't stop talking to my car
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