Motoring

Find out how headlamp aim and approved LED replacement bulbs are checked at MOT, and how drivers can reduce glare.

Are your headlights so bright that you could fail your MOT?

Snows Volvo Winchester has urged drivers to stay alert after data shows animal-related casualties.

Snows Volvo Winchester has urged drivers to stay alert after data shows animal-related casualties.

Drivers warned as animal-related collisions in Hampshire leave 94 casualties

Are you aware of these rule changes?

Are you aware of these rule changes?

New parking rules explained: What drivers need to know about fines and appeals

Drivers in the UK have been warned that wearing winter clothes such as coats, gloves, and scarves behind the wheel could result in fines of up to £1,000.

Drivers in the UK have been warned that wearing winter clothes such as coats, gloves, and scarves behind the wheel could result in fines of up to £1,000.

UK drivers warned they face £1,000 fines for wearing winter clothes

UK drivers have been warned they risk fines, bans and prison after research revealed millions have not checked the Highway Code since passing their test.

UK drivers have been warned they risk fines, bans and prison after research revealed millions have not checked the Highway Code since passing their test.

Highway Code warning as UK drivers risk penalties over rule changes

Drivers will be able to avoid parking fines for simple mistakes under a new code

Drivers will be able to avoid parking fines for simple mistakes under a new code

Drivers handed new rights to challenge ‘unfair’ private parking fines

Drivers urged to use this 'batch' trick to cut fuel costs

I hold World Records for efficient driving - this is why you are losing money on fuel

Halfords has worked with comedian Judi Love to urge Brits to keep a 20p coin in their car as a safety measure

Halfords has worked with comedian Judi Love to urge Brits to keep a 20p coin in their car as a safety measure

A simple 20p hack can save drivers from a £2,500 fine and a driving ban

RAC head of policy Simon Williams said price rises are showing

RAC head of policy Simon Williams said price rises are showing

UK Government addresses fuel shortage fears as diesel tops £2 per litre

Nearly six million UK drivers risk £50 fines over common roundabout mistake

UK motorists who bought cars from 37 different brands between 2006 and 2015 may be owed some compensation

UK motorists who bought cars from 37 different brands between 2006 and 2015 may be owed some compensation

The 37 car brands which owe £56m compensation to UK drivers over 9-year period

The Distinguished Gentleman’s Drive returns Sunday, September 27.

The Distinguished Gentleman’s Drive returns Sunday, September 27.

Vintage cars to hit Winchester roads for global men’s health fundraiser

The Winchester MG Owners Club organisers and marshals.

The Winchester MG Owners Club organisers and marshals.

Winchester Heritage Open Days

Vintage cars parade through Winchester celebrating annual history festival

Motorists have shared their annoyance with the confusion a Road Ahead Sign can cause

Motorists have shared their annoyance with the confusion a Road Ahead Sign can cause

UK drivers complain about 'useless' and 'irritating' sign introduced in 1965

Experts have warned drivers they may be fined for parking over two spaces

Experts have warned drivers they may be fined for parking over two spaces

Fine warning issued to all UK drivers over common parking manoeuvre

Motorists not familiar with the Highway Code may be unaware of rule 248, which could see anyone parking on the road outside their home fined

Motorists not familiar with the Highway Code may be unaware of rule 248, which could see anyone parking on the road outside their home fined

Highway Code warning as drivers face £1,000 fines for parking outside their homes

MOT test costs could nearly double.

MOT test costs could nearly double.

Drivers face possible MOT test price hike as calls made for major increase

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SportsMaserati Garage launches specialist workshop in Hampshire

Motoring experts have warned that trusting a commonly believed speed camera myth is risky and could land you in trouble

Motoring experts have warned that trusting a commonly believed speed camera myth is risky and could land you in trouble

Car expert explains how fast can you drive before triggering a speed camera

Tesco announces discount fuel offer for UK shoppers who do this one thing

Motorists are being urged to check their knowledge after the AA found that half find parts of the Highway Code difficult to navigate

Motorists are being urged to check their knowledge after the AA found that half find parts of the Highway Code difficult to navigate

Highway Code warning issued as the road signs most drivers don't understand revealed

Halfords is offering drivers a free air conditioning check amid high temperatures being forecast

Halfords is offering drivers a free air conditioning check amid high temperatures being forecast

UK motoring retailer to offer free air con check at all stores amid heatwave

The company supplied more than 129,000 recycled parts last year.

The company supplied more than 129,000 recycled parts last year.

Silverlake Automotive Recycling

Business sees rise in sales as motorists buy recycled car parts to save money

Drivers are being urged to consider ignoring sat nav instructions to divert onto rural roads after a rise in deaths, a charity has said

Drivers are being urged to consider ignoring sat nav instructions to divert onto rural roads after a rise in deaths, a charity has said

UK drivers told to ignore these sat nav directions after 'worrying' rise in deaths

Drivers facing on the spot fines of up to £1,000, a maximum fine of £5,000, nine points on their

Drivers facing on the spot fines of up to £1,000, a maximum fine of £5,000, nine points on their

Drivers warned having a dog in your car can result in £5,000 fines

Latest figures show almost 20,000 customers called DVLA’s contact centre to report fraudulent activity.

Latest figures show almost 20,000 customers called DVLA’s contact centre to report fraudulent activity.

DVLA warning to UK drivers following surge in driving licence and vehicle scams

A petition has been created that argues that new charges and lower mileage allowances will unfairly hit disabled people who rely on Motability vehicles every day.

A petition has been created that argues that new charges and lower mileage allowances will unfairly hit disabled people who rely on Motability vehicles every day.

DWP responds to growing backlash over Motability scheme changes

New DVSA rules around booking driving tests have come into effect from today

New DVSA rules around booking driving tests have come into effect from today

New DVSA rules for driving test bookings come into force today - see what's changed

UK drivers say this common road sign is unclear and 'not fit for purpose'

New concerns have been raised about Welcome Break's proposal

New concerns have been raised about Welcome Break's proposal

Fresh concerns over plan for new £50m services area on M27

Government responds to calls for change to UK driving licences in line with EU

The Driver and Vehicle Licensing Agency (DLVA) issued an alert to older drivers

The Driver and Vehicle Licensing Agency (DLVA) issued an alert to older drivers

DVLA warning to drivers aged over 70 as they risk not being allowed to drive

Smart motorways have become a prominent feature of the UK's road network, offering increased capacity and improved traffic flow

Smart motorways have become a prominent feature of the UK's road network, offering increased capacity and improved traffic flow

UK drivers falling foul of commonly believed motorway myth and facing fines

Data from the Department for Transport has revealed that one in every five road accidents happen in the same city

Data from the Department for Transport has revealed that one in every five road accidents happen in the same city

The areas of the UK you are most likely to be involved in a crash revealed

If you hit a pothole, there are a few signs to look out for when it comes to checking your car for damage

If you hit a pothole, there are a few signs to look out for when it comes to checking your car for damage

Drivers urged to check cars for hidden pothole damage - how to spot warning signs

A cancelled flight could leave travellers paying extra for airport parking. Experts explain how to avoid unexpected charges of up to £189.

A cancelled flight could leave travellers paying extra for airport parking. Experts explain how to avoid unexpected charges of up to £189.

The £189 airport trap travellers discover only after their flight is cancelled

Parallel parking involves parking your car parallel to the curb, and often has to be carried out while parking in between two stationary vehicles

Parallel parking involves parking your car parallel to the curb, and often has to be carried out while parking in between two stationary vehicles

Driving expert shares the one thing you need to do to nail parallel parking

Models from Toyota, Ford and Nissan were among the most stolen UK car models in 2025

Models from Toyota, Ford and Nissan were among the most stolen UK car models in 2025

The top 10 most stolen car models in the UK in 2025 according to the DVLA

Motorists are being urged to check their knowledge after the AA found that half find parts of the Highway Code difficult to navigate

Motorists are being urged to check their knowledge after the AA found that half find parts of the Highway Code difficult to navigate

Drivers take note: 7 confusing road signs motorists struggle to spot

The DVLA have warned not following the rules could result in a failed MOT and a £1,000 fine

The DVLA have warned not following the rules could result in a failed MOT and a £1,000 fine

DVLA £1,000 fine warning ahead of change coming to UK roads in March

The Citroen C4 Picasso is among the top 10 best used cars to buy for under £5k accoding to Cazoo

The Citroen C4 Picasso is among the top 10 best used cars to buy for under £5k accoding to Cazoo

The top 10 best used cars that you can snatch up for £5k or under

The ATS Euromaster Garage in Bar End Road

The ATS Euromaster Garage in Bar End Road

Garage saved from closure thanks to takeover by new owners

Adding a spouse or partner as a named driver could lower car insurance by £315 on average.

Adding a spouse or partner as a named driver could lower car insurance by £315 on average.

The easy £315 car insurance saving many couples are missing out on

Adding a spouse or partner as a named driver could lower car insurance by £315 on average.

Adding a spouse or partner as a named driver could lower car insurance by £315 on average.

The easy £315 car insurance saving many Hampshire couples are missing out on

From today, UK fuel retailers are now required by law to report pump price changes to a Government scheme, in a bid to make it easier for drivers to find cheaper petrol and diesel.

From today, UK fuel retailers are now required by law to report pump price changes to a Government scheme, in a bid to make it easier for drivers to find cheaper petrol and diesel.

New fuel price rules could help Hampshire drivers pay less at the pumps – here’s how

New analysis from RAC Fuel Watch shows that the average UK price of unleaded petrol dropped to 131.91p per litre in January

New analysis from RAC Fuel Watch shows that the average UK price of unleaded petrol dropped to 131.91p per litre in January

'Genuine boost' for UK drivers as petrol prices fall to lowest level in 5 years

Failure to tax your car can result in escalating fines, up to £2,500, and could see your vehicle clamped.

Failure to tax your car can result in escalating fines, up to £2,500, and could see your vehicle clamped.

DVLA clamping warning to UK drivers as more than 56,000 clamped in 2025

Aquaplaning occurs when a layer of water builds up between the tyres and the road surface, removing grip entirely.

Aquaplaning occurs when a layer of water builds up between the tyres and the road surface, removing grip entirely.

Car experts urge drivers to drive in the middle lane - this is why

Cars are often parked outside UK homes but what does the law say about this?

Cars are often parked outside UK homes but what does the law say about this?

Can you stop people parking outside your house? UK rules if there are no yellow lines

Storm Chandra is forecast to bring strong winds, heavy rain and snow across much of the UK on Tuesday

Storm Chandra is forecast to bring strong winds, heavy rain and snow across much of the UK on Tuesday

RAC urgent warning to drivers as Storm Chandra set to bring heavy rain and snow

For many years, many motorists have believed that there is a “10 per cent +2 rule” when it comes to speed cameras

For many years, many motorists have believed that there is a “10 per cent +2 rule” when it comes to speed cameras

Car expert warns of the commonly believed speed camera myth that could see you fined

Will my car insurance cover damage caused by potholes?

Will my car insurance cover damage caused by potholes?

Will my car insurance cover damage caused by potholes?

A Compare the Market study found six million drivers were risking a £50 fine every time they encountered a roundabout

A Compare the Market study found six million drivers were risking a £50 fine every time they encountered a roundabout

Millions of drivers warned they face hefty fines over common roundabout mistake