driving law
Young drivers could be banned from giving their mates a lift under new rules

Young drivers could be banned from giving their mates a lift under new rules

How will we know who the cool kids are? Drivers under the age of 25 could be barred from giving their friends a lift under new plans being considered to combat peer pressure deaths. A new “graduated driving licence” is being looked at by ministers and has the approval of Support for Victims of Road Crashes, […]

3 years ago

Brit drivers warned they face a £5,000 fine if their car is too messy

Brit drivers warned they face a £5,000 fine if their car is too messy

Those empty bottles and coffee cups could actually be life-threatening Drivers in the UK could face a £5,000 fine if their car gets too messy, because litter in a vehicle can actually prove fatal. Having a filthy car is not currently a crime, but it can fall under Rule 237 of the Highway Code. This […]

4 years ago

Killer drivers could be jailed for life under new law

Killer drivers could be jailed for life under new law

Careless or dangerous drivers will face a number of new consequences Drivers who kill people could receive life sentences as part of new rules coming into effect this week. Judges will be able to hand down life sentences to dangerous drivers who kill or careless drivers who kill while under the influence of drink or […]

4 years ago

Drivers warned over £200 fine risk with new rule change happening this month

Drivers warned over £200 fine risk with new rule change happening this month

It is time to go truly hands-free behind the wheel UK drivers will next week face a £200 fine as a new Highway Code comes into force, further tightening restrictions around using phones while behind the wheel. While it is already against the law to use a hand-held device while driving unless it’s an emergency, […]

4 years ago