The DVSA has an official process to report lorry, bus and coach operators for road safety issues. Our short guide explains how it works.
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Have you witnessed an unsafe HGV, bus or coach driver? If you believe one of these vehicles has broken road safety rules, you can report the incident to the Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA).
Legitimate reasons to contact the DVSA about a commercial vehicle or public transport driver include:
Breaking drivers’ hours rules (i.e. driving for too long between breaks)
New research by Leasing.com reveals the new cars that hold their value best during the first 12 months of ownership.
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Analysis of the UK’s 100 most in-demand new cars reveals typical depreciation of almost £16,000 in the first year.
Having examined the resale data for vehicles after their first 12 months of ownership, Leasing.com found the average car loses 26.7 percent of its value in depreciation.
Based on the cost of cars in the study, this means the average vehicle loses £43.17 in...
A select few McLaren customers will also be offered a GTR version of the new MCL-HY racer for track-day use.
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McLaren has released more details about its forthcoming Le Mans Hypercar racer, including the new car’s name.
The MCL-HY FIA Hypercar will enter the 2027 World Endurance Championship (WEC) and race at Le Mans itself, as McLaren continues to expand its global motorsport presence.
Combined with McLaren Racing’s teams in IndyCar and Formula 1, it means the Woking-based company will contest all three parts of the ...
Created by Autoforma, a division of Niels van Roij Design, the modern classic Mk1 Audi TT has been given a tasteful makeover.
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Bespoke car company Autoforma, created by Dutch designer Niels van Roij, has revealed a unique version of the original Audi TT.
Look beyond the (slightly troubling) fact that the Mk1 TT is now considered old enough to become a restomod, and the car offers an appealing package of upgrades.
Motorists who take hay fever medicines could be breaking the law if they get behind the wheel. We explain how to stay safe and legal.
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Do you welcome in the summer months with a sneeze? If you suffer with hay fever, bear in mind that taking medication before getting behind the wheel could mean you risk prosecution – or even a driving ban. You have been warned.
The same traffic laws apply to over-the-counter or doctor-prescribed drugs as to illegal substances. If your driving is impaired by hay fever medicine, you could end up with a criminal record. Not forgetting the risks...
