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Work taking place this week to remove the junction at Queniborough Image: Councillor James Poland.

Buses to return to village after new junction found to be unusable

Work taking place this week to remove the junction at Queniborough Image: Councillor James Poland.

Buses to return to village after new junction found to be unusable

You can check your tyre depth by using the border of a 20p coin

A simple hack can save drivers from a £2,500 fine and a driving ban

Some drivers rule themselves out of car finance options based on assumptions about their credit score

Ad Feature Drivers wrongly assume they won't qualify for car finance

Halfords recruited Judi Love as their Wheel Life Worry Whisperer to keep Brits safe on the roads

A quarter of motorists are driving potentially dangerous cars

5.096 million units were sold in six months

Ad Feature China's auto exports hit record high

Lamtto's new 11" car display has an HD screen and an Android operating system

Lamtto 11-inch display review

Scenic views are also the cause of many arguments in the car

Motorists would rather take the scenic route than the fastest

Drivers are presenting an opportunity to resolve life’s greatest struggles all from the car seat

Ad Feature Brits use summer road trips to settle life's biggest problems

The Tom by TomTom device provides speed camera, traffic and road hazard alerts without a monthly subscription

This TomTom camera alert device is now under £37

e.l.f. is supporting thousands of learner drivers

Ad Feature e.l.f. offers free driving lessons
e.l.f. Cosmetics partners with RED Driver Training to provide free driving lessons for young people across the UK.
Emily Jordan

Plates4Less says it first noticed a significant increase in business-related enquiries during 2022

Ad Feature Business number plate sales double

Sanya has officially secured its spot as Round 7 2026/27 ABB FIA Formula E World Championship

Ad Feature Sanya locks In Formula E return as 2027 Asian leg's season opener

Younger motorists are increasingly choosing older vehicles as insurance and ownership costs continue to rise

Today's young drivers are ditching modern cars for cheaper classics

Nearly four in 10 are open to using a driverless taxi

Ad Feature New research reveals half of UK women would consider a driverless taxi

We check all the mechanical aspects of a used car before buying - but there are other checks many people fail to make when they take the plunge

The used car checks every buyer should make before handing over money

If you're in the market for a used car there are some simple ways to protect yourself

The costly used car mistake more drivers are trying to avoid

Buying a used car needn't be the leap of faith it once was

The used car mistake that could cost buyers thousands

Autofusion has expanded its reach across the UK over the years

Ad Feature Autofusion undergoes rapid national expansion

More than 70,000 motorists were fined for using their mobiles at the wheel over the last three years

Motorists have been fined £14 million for mobile phone use

Tyres.co.uk is redefining the tyre shopping online experience

Ad Feature New online tyre business hits 100 orders in its first 30 days

Potholes top the list of motorists’ bugbears

Cars damaged by a pothole cost an average of £164 to repair

Time is running out to find out if you're entitled to car finance miss-selling compensation

Drivers could claim hundreds for car finance mis-selling

Yes, it looks odd, but the Kia PBV could be the start of a whole new chapter in personal transport

Review: Kia’s £33k ‘Lego car’ could reinvent family travel – and vans

Roundabout three on the NEMMDR at the turn for Twinlakes Theme Park

Bad weather sets back opening date of Melton Mowbray's new relief road

Time is running out to check if you're entitled to compensation for being missold car finance

Millions may have overpaid on car finance – here’s how to spot it

Worn tyres can be more dangerous than using a phone behind the wheel

Time is running out to find out if you're entitled to car finance miss-selling compensation

Drivers urged to check finance deals after commission investigation
A major investigation into car finance commission arrangements has prompted experts to warn that millions of drivers may have paid more than they should
Gareth Butterfield

Millions of drivers who bought cars on finance before 2021 may have been overcharged due to commission arrangements now under investigation

Drivers may be owed car finance compensation – here’s how to check

Cupra's Terramar stands out as a sporty option in a world of bland crossovers

Cupra Terramar review: sporty crossover brings style and performance

There has been growing public interest in historic PCP deals and other potential mis-sold car finance concerns

Ad Feature UK drivers revisit historic car finance deals with eligibility checks

Is this the cheapest Type-2 charging cable on the market right now?

Drivers rush to Amazon as EV charging cable drops to £69 in snap deal

Return of the coupe: Honda's new Prelude might not herald a move back to the 1990s glory days, but it really should

Honda Prelude review: a nostalgic coupe reborn and remastered for 2026

The newly issued banned list for the upcoming ‘26’ registration series includes combinations considered inappropriate or potentially offensive for display on UK roads.

Ad Feature DVLA bans 400+ ‘26’ number plates as demand for private plates rises

Ctek's new CS One has entered its second generation - and it's now a LOT smarter

Ctek CS One Gen 2 review: smart battery charger adds app control

The MG6S might look a bit generic, but it's a competent family SUV with an interior that will make you feel special

MG’s new flagship SUV: Why the MGS6 makes a strong case for families

Adapt & Drive will launch from Monday 2nd February, available initially through selected car dealers across the UK.

Ad Feature Mobility in Motion partners with car manufacturers on for new scheme

Growing awareness around how agreements were sold is leading many drivers to reassess deals they entered into in the past.

Ad Feature Why UK drivers are questioning if they were mis-sold car finance

Cars are at their most vulnerable in the winter - and another cold snap is on the cards

Cold snap warning: 270,000 drivers break down every January

Bus drivers at Stagecoach

Melton bus drivers recognised for outstanding driving quality

Get breakdown cover for much less than normal with this sale

Drivers rush to grab 40% off AA breakdown cover before it ends

The St Mary's car park in Melton Mowbray IMAGE Google Streetview

Council considers replacing Melton town centre car parking machines

Doctor's Lane in Melton Mowbray IMAGE Google StreetView

Doctor's Lane to close to traffic for three days

Winter is a tough time for cars - which is why breakdowns surge during the colder months

The hidden winter car problem leaving drivers stuck in the cold

The AA's new app is a game-changer for people who need to rely on a swift response

The AA launches new app to speed up breakdown rescue
A new app from The AA aims to take the stress out of car breakdowns by letting drivers report issues digitally and share their exact location instantly
Gareth Butterfield

70mai's new T800 is the first three-channel dashcam with 4K recording at the front and 4K at the rear

70mai T800 dashcam review: 3-channel 4K recording and smart features

A new app-based service is transforming the way we use our breakdown cover

Breakdowns are changing: how drivers now get help with just an app tap

A 90% discount on an OBD scanner that has no subscription costs is too good to miss

90% off smart OBD scanner now at £9.99 - drivers are snapping it up

Get breakdown cover for half price with this Black Friday sale

Black Friday deal offers half price AA breakdown cover

Matt Cranwell

Melton bus operator drives forward with double UK Customer Satisfaction Awards f...

Drivers are most likely to break the law at 8:27am and 7:15pm.

Drivers are most likely to break the law at 8:27am and 7:15pm

Comedian Ellie Taylor is encouraging Brits to get some much-needed car time this winter.

Half of drivers admit they’ve hidden in their car for peace and quiet

TomTom's new "Tom" device aims to alert you to hazards without using any apps

TomTom “Tom” hazard alert device review: simple, clever, effective

This deal is perfectly timed for early Christmas shoppers

A 67% saving brings this kids' ride-on car down to an incredible price

Self-cleaning paintwork, passenger micro-climates - and levitating wheels to avoid potholes are features Brits want in a car

Dream car of the future – self-cleaning and levitating wheels

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