Motoring reviews

Do you struggle demisting your car in a morning?

How to demist your car windscreen with this 80p fridge staple - does it work?

More than 2.7 million drivers across England, Scotland and Wales currently have at least three points on their driving licences as a result of motoring offences.

Driving offences that could land you the most points on your licence revealed

The new cameras on Chorley New Road

Two-way, non-flashing speed cameras being installed across the region

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The car smashed through the shop window

Regional Shocking moment car smashes through shop window caught on camera

Kiddies Kingdom has created a guide to help parents become clued up on the latest rules and regulations they should know before hitting the road.

Parents could face over £16k in fines by not following these 5 driving laws

Although it can be tempting, think twice before leaving a note on a car

UK government says leaving certain notes on cars could lead to £2000 fine

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Smoking, littering and being sick are among the most annoying things passengers can do in the car, according to UK drivers.

Drivers share the 10 most annoying things passengers do - are you guilty of any?

You can be fined up to £1,000 for driving a vehicle without a valid MOT

Do you have a car MOT coming up? 10 simple checks to avoid vehicle from failing

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

DVLA issue number plate fine warning after change this month

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Failing to return an expired licence to the Driver and Vehicle Licensing Agency (DVLA) is an offence and can land you a £1,000 fine

Drivers who passed test before 2014 urged to make crucial check or face £1,000 fine

It's not uncommon for people to assume that the restrictions on parking don't apply on a Bank Holiday.

Brits urged to do one simple check this August Bank Holiday or risk being fined

Police respond to 200-vehicle car meet which travelled throughout Greater Manchester

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Motorists that use dash cams shouldn't do this one thing if they want to avoid getting a fine and penalty points

Dash cam users urged to avoid one thing that leads to £1,000 fine and points

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Motorists driving in France will need to display a Crit’Air sticker if they travel to some parts of the country.

RAC issues warning to UK holidaymakers planning to drive in France

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The grant is open to any eligible claimant who has a provisional licence and wants to learn to drive

PIP, DLA and other benefit claimants could get 40 hours free driving lessons

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Nearly 2 million motorists were fined in the first quarter of the last financial year

Little-known car parking loophole that could help you avoid a hefty fine

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Every '73' number plate banned by the DVLA

The shocking private number plates banned by the DVLA in 2023

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Driving in flip flops could break the Highway Code and see you fined £1,000

Motorists warned of £1,000 fine for driving in summer clothing

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Drivers who use a dashcam are urged not to upload video footage to social media platforms

Warning issued to all motorists that use dashcams when driving

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Clive Chadburn (L), Hippo Motor Group (top R), and photo of windscreen crack (bottom R)

Regional Customer angry after car dealer refuses to fix windscreen crack

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Drivers should be careful when eating chocolate before journeys

UK drivers warned as eating Easter eggs before a journey could land them in jail

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Dozens of roads in Trafford will be improved in the coming months, including Hale Road

Dozens of Trafford roads to be repaired and improved in time for summer

Parents warned over dangerous school run hours (Canva)

Insurance expert warns parents over school run chaos amid startling figures

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Looking for a new car to suit your needs? Lookers Dacia Carlisle can help

Sponsored Dacia Jogger: The Determined Jogger

The UK’s bestselling cars – what used cars sold well in 2022?

Sponsored The UK’s bestselling cars – what used cars sold well in 2022?

The green consultancy group New AutoMotive has said excise duty reforms will see motorists charged up to £145 more per year for having an EV

EV 'tax penalty' risks keeping polluted cars on the road for longer, group warns

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Ford Fiestas, Range Rovers and Volkswagen Golfs are among the most stolen cars in the UK for 2022

Top 10 stolen cars in UK for 2022 revealed - Is yours on the list?

Learner drivers have found roundabouts be a frequent place where other drivers abuse or intimidate them (PA)

Over 25 per cent of learner drivers reduced to tears due to abuse from other drivers

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Motorists could save on fuel by using this little-known air-con button. Picture: PA

Motorists could save hundreds on fuel costs by using a certain air-con button

There are few things to look out for in tyres when setting out in very hot temperatures (PA)

Drivers urged to make urgent check on cars this weekend amid Met Office warning

Limes Service Station will be reducing their prices to the lowest in the country amidst the cost of living crisis

Regional Petrol station to reduce prices significantly TODAY to help with cost of living

7 tips for drivers planning Jubilee bank holiday weekend getaway. Picture: PA

7 tips for drivers planning Jubilee bank holiday weekend getaway

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UK drivers face £500 fine and penalty points for common child car seat mistakes. Picture: PA

UK drivers face £500 fine and penalty points for common child car seat mistakes

Pavement parking is perfectly acceptable

LETTER OF THE DAY Letter: Rules of road as they apply to 4x4 owners in Hale

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There are a few car dashboard warning lights that drivers may see pop up (PA)

The 10 most common car dashboard warning lights - Can you identify them?

There are a number of home made items you can use to help de-ice your car windscreens this winter (PA)

10 tips for clearing a frozen car windscreen this winter, including using vinegar

Freddie Flintoff, Chris Harris and Paddy McGuiness (BBC Studios/Alexander Rhind)

Paddy McGuiness loses control of car on Top Gear as Freddie Flintoff steps in

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See the classic cars up for auction in the shadow of a Concorde at Manchester Airport

The new E10 petrol has raised some questions for motorists (Motive PR)

The top questions about the new E10 petrol answered

The DVLA has issued a warning to drivers in the UK

DVLA issues warning to everyone with a driving licence in the UK

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Drivers left furious as Tesco starts charging drivers £99 for deposit on petrol

Drivers furious as Tesco starts charging £99 deposit for fuel at petrol stations

RAF Chinook helicopters (Photo: Facebook/ @RAFBenson)

Why you might see Chinook helicopters flying over Manchester skies this week

'Hospitals will run out of beds within weeks': London declares 'major incident' as Covid-19 spirals 'out of control'

London declares 'major incident' as Covid-19 spirals 'out of control'

What are the major changes East Lancashire could face moving into Tier 4?

What are the major changes Oldham could face moving into Tier 4?

Pubs will be permitted to sell takeaway alcohol if MPs agree to new proposals

Last minute lifeline for pubs - new proposals say they WILL be allowed to sell takeaway alcohol

Consumer rights champion Which? calls on BMW, Nissan, Land Rover, Tesla cars to be recalled over fault claims. Pictures: PA Wire/Newsquest

Own a BMW, Nissan, Land Rover or a Tesla car? It could be recalled - here's why

Coronavirus infection rate falls in BwD

Coronavirus infection rate in Blackburn with Darwen has fallen for first time in seven days

Fire at Copthorne Drive

Firefighters renew calls not to burn off rubbish after two separate 'garden' fires cause serious damage to property

The Duke of Edinburgh, Prince Phillip. Picture: PA Wire

Prince Philip's car crash prompts surge in older drivers giving up their licences

BEACH: Some restrictions have been lifted in Spain. Picture: Pixabay

Spain eases its lockdown restrictions - will tourists be able to go there in summer?

BEACH: Some restrictions have been lifted in Spain. Picture: Pixabay

Spain eases its lockdown restrictions - will tourists be able to go there in summer?

Chorley Police Station

Chorley detective tried to pursue sexual relationships with victims of crime

Tinder have made their Passport feature free for users to match with singles anywhere in the world. Picture: Newsquest

Tinder makes feature FREE for users to match with singles anywhere in the world

Tinder have made their Passport feature free for users to match with singles anywhere in the world. Picture: Newsquest

Tinder makes feature FREE for users to match with singles anywhere in the world