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New regulations put an end to rogue parking fines

New regulations put an end to rogue parking fines

The days of extortionate parking fines on private land could be a thing of the past after a government clampdown on rogue car park owners.
Published 22 March 2019
Don’t like our 112mph speed cap? You didn’t like seatbelts, either, says Volvo

Volvo: Speed cap? Seatbelts weren't loved, either

One of Volvo's safety chiefs has compared the negative reactions to its 112mph speed limit with the response to mandatory seatbelts.
Published 22 March 2019
Volvo cars to detect drunk drivers and autonomously pull over

Volvo cars to detect drunk drivers

Drink driving could be impossible in future Volvos with the introduction of tech that will detect intoxicated drivers and take over control.
Published 20 March 2019

Me and My Motor: Ardal O'Hanlon

“I’d love an Aston Martin", says the comedian Ardal O'Hanlon, rubbing his hands with glee. "Maybe there's time for one more rash purchase."
Published 20 March 2019

Basildon cuts speed to improve air quality

Basildon Council is seeking to restrict a five-mile stretch of the A127 to 50mph, to help bring local air quality levels to within legal limits.
Published 19 March 2019
Motorist who alerted police to drunk driver is also arrested for being above the limit

Police arrest two drunk drivers in one go

A motorist who helped police detain a drink driving suspect was also arrested for being over the legal alcohol limit.
Published 19 March 2019
Gran Turismo players have won their first FIA-sanctioned races in 2019

FIA Gran Turismo video game series returns

While last week's Formula One race was underway Down Under, another FIA racing series was kicking off... on the Gran Turismo Sport video game.
Published 19 March 2019
Here are your F1 2019 challengers

F1 2019 preview: the cars, drivers and calendar

Though the first race is still three weeks away, we now have out best look yet at all 10 challengers for the 2019 F1 world championship.
Published 15 March 2019
Volkswagen chief apologises for unintentional Nazi reference

VW boss is sorry for unintentional Nazi reference

The Volkswagen Group chairman Herbert Diess has apologised for uttering a phrase that mirrors one used at the Auschwitz concentration camp.
Published 15 March 2019

Me and My Motor: Sir Vince Cable, Lib Dem leader

For the Lib Dem leader Sir Vince Cable, driving an Aston Martin DB9 was a dream come true for a lad who grew up in a cash-strapped household.
Published 15 March 2019
Jeremy Clarkson on twitter: 'People of China, pick your f***ing litter up'

Jeremy Clarkson: 'Pick your f***ing litter up'

An exasperated Jeremy Clarkson has pleaded with tourists to pick up their rubbish after spending 30 minutes retrieving plastic waste from a beach
Published 15 March 2019
Motorist caught driving on motorway with feet up on dashboard

Motorist caught driving with feet up on dashboard

Devon and Cornwall road cops snapped a driver in the outside lane of the M5 with his feet up on the dashboard.
Published 14 March 2019