News Archive
News articles - July 2012
A significant number of Mumsnet users believe that car salesmen who work in dealerships are dishonest.
The car history checking company, HPI, has issued a warning regarding 10 million+ cars on British roads with a hidden history.
The House of Lords has agreed a proposal to ban smoking in private cars and has been sent to MPs for further consideration.
A Private Members Bill has been put forward in the House of Lords to put fines in place for drivers who throw litter from their car windows.
Tyre company, Tyresafe has warned motorists to check that their tyres meet regulatory standards so they remain safe whilst on the road (and avoid expensive car insurance claims).
British motorists may have to pay to use a 20 mile strip of the heavily congested A14 road in Cambridgeshire, following an announcement by the Government earlier this week.
Operation Dragon is the new initiative launched by police forces throughout 6 counties in an attempt to clamp on on the illegal use of misrepresented vehicle licence plates.
A study by Opinion Matters on behalf of Carcraft has revealed that almost 50% of male respondents are more interested in image, speed or gadgets when purchasing a new car.
A scheme by the Department for Transport has recently been announced in an effort to reduce road speed limits and improve safety.
Dads are being urged to make sure they have enough sleep before driving their new born baby home.
Figures have been released that show that diplomats in London owe almost £60 million in parking fines and congestion charges.
It's actually cheaper to park a light aircraft for a day at some airports around the UK than it is to park a car, according to one national newspaper.
A new project to help car insurance firms access correct, up-to-date information regarding driving offences is expected to reduce fraud in the industry.