Motoring

ETB Autocentres has become the first UK garage to adopt Bridgestone's 'e-CENTRE' concept

Revolutionary vehicle care initiative launches at Winchester garage

The seized cars

The seized cars

Antisocial car meets

Council says it is working with cops to tackle recurring car meets

Silverlake Automotive Recycling with Charity Sophie's Legacy at the United Kingdom Rescue Organisation Festival of Rescue.

Silverlake Automotive Recycling with Charity Sophie's Legacy at the United Kingdom Rescue Organisation Festival of Rescue.

Silverlake: Shaping a greener future with community at its heart

From left to right: Pete, Kim and Kate Whildon, and Vicky Norris

From left to right: Pete, Kim and Kate Whildon, and Vicky Norris

Sandwiches and fizz as car garage celebrates new training facilities

Artist impression of the proposed expanded facility at Silverlake

Artist impression of the proposed expanded facility at Silverlake

Silverlake growth plans the best way forward for the county and the country

Emergency services at the scene (Image: David Jennings)

Emergency services at the scene (Image: David Jennings)

Witnesses to crash in which two men were seriously injured asked to come forward

The world’s fastest diesel locomotive, Class 43, will make its debut at this year’s Diesel Gala

The world’s fastest diesel locomotive, Class 43, will make its debut at this year’s Diesel Gala

World's fastest diesel locomotive makes first appearance at annual gala

The UK's roads are home to around 7,000 speed cameras – the fourth highest amount in the world

The UK's roads are home to around 7,000 speed cameras – the fourth highest amount in the world

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New 'ultra speed camera' that doesn't flash can see inside driver's vehicles

This is why classic Gordon-Keeble cars will be driving through Hampshire this weekend

This is why classic Gordon-Keeble cars will be driving through Hampshire this weekend

This is why scores of classic supercars will drive through Winchester this weekend

Thousands have turned up for a ‘good day out’ at the first year of Eastleigh’s Motofest

Thousands have turned up for a ‘good day out’ at the first year of Eastleigh’s Motofest

Brand new Hampshire car show Motofest gets off to a flying start

Well, you might be surprised to know the answer.

Well, you might be surprised to know the answer.

Can speed cameras catch you speeding on the other side of the road?

The highest speed recorded by drivers accelerating after speed cameras in 30mph zones was 57mph

The highest speed recorded by drivers accelerating after speed cameras in 30mph zones was 57mph

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Warning to drivers as many caught speeding 100 metres after speed cameras

The cheapest places to get fuel in Winchester ahead of bank holiday weekend

Rising pump prices since the start of the year have added around £5.50 to the cost of filling a typical 55-litre family car

Rising pump prices since the start of the year have added around £5.50 to the cost of filling a typical 55-litre family car

Top 5 tips to save money on fuel as petrol prices rise by 10p per litre

UK drivers could be breaking the Highway Code by driving while wearing sunglasses this summer

UK drivers could be breaking the Highway Code by driving while wearing sunglasses this summer

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Drivers face £2,500 fines for wearing sunglasses as 25C weather forecast

Around 70 per cent of dash cam footage submissions lead to police action, ranging from warning letters to penalty points, prosecutions and fines, and potentially even jail time

Around 70 per cent of dash cam footage submissions lead to police action, ranging from warning letters to penalty points, prosecutions and fines, and potentially even jail time

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Huge increase in dash cam police reports as users issued insurance warning

This is whether you should open your car window or turn on the air conditioner when driving.

This is whether you should open your car window or turn on the air conditioner when driving.

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Motoring expert tells scientific 'secret' that will help you save on fuel

This is whether you should open your car window or turn on the air conditioner when driving.

This is whether you should open your car window or turn on the air conditioner when driving.

Motoring expert tells scientific 'secret' that will help you save on fuel

The Managing Director at Select Van Leasing has warned that if you’ve got a dash cam hard-wired into your vehicle you need to notify your insurer.

The Managing Director at Select Van Leasing has warned that if you’ve got a dash cam hard-wired into your vehicle you need to notify your insurer.

This little known dash cam mistake could be invalidating your car insurance

Drivers should be aware these are the best times to travel over the early May bank holiday weekend

Drivers should be aware these are the best times to travel over the early May bank holiday weekend

Busiest roads, days and times to travel across early May bank holiday weekend

Based on analysis from the ABI, the typical price paid in the first quarter of 2024 was £635

Based on analysis from the ABI, the typical price paid in the first quarter of 2024 was £635

Car insurance costs increase by more than £150, drivers warned

Motorists can be banned from driving if they accumulate 12 points or more on their licence

Motorists can be banned from driving if they accumulate 12 points or more on their licence

New DVLA data reveals banned driver hotspots in the UK

If you are caught driving with an expired or invalid MOT certificate, you could be fined up to £1,000

If you are caught driving with an expired or invalid MOT certificate, you could be fined up to £1,000

DVLA alert to millions of drivers over new tax, MOT & driving licence process

The Highway Code states that you must not hold and use a mobile phone to text, make calls, take photos or videos, or browse the web, while behind the wheel

The Highway Code states that you must not hold and use a mobile phone to text, make calls, take photos or videos, or browse the web, while behind the wheel

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Drivers warned they could be risking fines while waiting at drive-throughs

Motorfinity has analysed the main reasons for failing so that those sitting their tests won't fall victim to the same mistakes.

Motorfinity has analysed the main reasons for failing so that those sitting their tests won't fall victim to the same mistakes.

10 most common driving faults revealed (and they're more basic than you think)

More than 3.5 million parking fines were dished out to tradespeople alone last year, costing more than £177 million

More than 3.5 million parking fines were dished out to tradespeople alone last year, costing more than £177 million

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Car parking loophole to avoid parking tickets as £177m in fines dished out

It is illegal in the UK to get behind the wheel of vehicle without a valid photocard licence

It is illegal in the UK to get behind the wheel of vehicle without a valid photocard licence

DVLA alert to motorists following change to driving licence renewals

People on DWP Universal Credit, PIP, DLA and other benefits could be eligible for up to 40 hours of free driving lessons

People on DWP Universal Credit, PIP, DLA and other benefits could be eligible for up to 40 hours of free driving lessons

DWP PIP & Universal Credit claimants eligible for free driving lessons

A National Highways report published in December revealed that smart motorways without a hard shoulder were three times more dangerous

A National Highways report published in December revealed that smart motorways without a hard shoulder were three times more dangerous

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The RAC calls for major change to 'unpopular' motorway feature

These are the seven mistakes motorists should avoid if they are selling their old car.

These are the seven mistakes motorists should avoid if they are selling their old car.

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The 7 car selling mistakes that could take £2000 off the value of your motor

Only 5% of the public would feel confident or willing to help someone with a medical issue with first aid.

Only 5% of the public would feel confident or willing to help someone with a medical issue with first aid.

Mandatory first aid training for drivers? Only 1 in 20 know what to do

MotoFest '24 will take place on Saturday, June 15 from 11am until 5pm

MotoFest '24 will take place on Saturday, June 15 from 11am until 5pm

New motoring extravaganza launches in Hampshire for Father's Day weekend

A learner driver

A learner driver

Winchester 17-year-olds most likely to pass driving test according to DVLA data

AA reveals common driving myths believed by UK motorists.

AA reveals common driving myths believed by UK motorists.

AA debunks some of the most common driving myths believed by UK motorists

Less than half of people taking driving test in Winchester pass, figures show

Drivers must update their address on their licence, vehicle log book, vehicle tax, and private number plate documents

Drivers must update their address on their licence, vehicle log book, vehicle tax, and private number plate documents

Drivers warned they could face £1,000 DVLA fine because of their address

The Money Saving Expert's comments came as new research from Compare the Market found that typical premiums have increased by £279

The Money Saving Expert's comments came as new research from Compare the Market found that typical premiums have increased by £279

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Martin Lewis car insurance warning as prices soar by nearly £300

Vehicle excise duty (VED) on all but the cleanest new and used cars will increase from April 1, with an increase of around 6 per cent expected.

Vehicle excise duty (VED) on all but the cleanest new and used cars will increase from April 1, with an increase of around 6 per cent expected.

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The 4 things drivers must do before car tax costs increase in April

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

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

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DVLA £1,000 warning to 3.6 million drivers who passed their test before 2015

A car chattering, a dodgy dashboard and more reasons to consult a mechanic.

A car chattering, a dodgy dashboard and more reasons to consult a mechanic.

If you see these 4 signs on your vehicle you need to go see a mechanic

Drivers can be fined up to £500 for not wearing a seatbelt in addition to penalty points

Drivers can be fined up to £500 for not wearing a seatbelt in addition to penalty points

Drivers could face fines as AI cameras that 'can spy inside' cars trialled

Data from the DVLA has revealed 2 million drivers are at risk of a £1,000 fine, with Martin Lewis urging drivers to make a “quick check” now to avoid a penalty

Data from the DVLA has revealed 2 million drivers are at risk of a £1,000 fine, with Martin Lewis urging drivers to make a “quick check” now to avoid a penalty

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Martin Lewis issues urgent DVLA fine warning to 2 million drivers

Middle lane hoggers and tailgaters are being targeted by a new National Highways campaign

Middle lane hoggers and tailgaters are being targeted by a new National Highways campaign

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Middle-lane hoggers on motorways targeted by new National Highways campaign

This is the full list of medical conditions you may need to tell the DVLA about

This is the full list of medical conditions you may need to tell the DVLA about

Drivers risk £1,000 fine if they don’t tell DVLA about these medical conditions

The Driver and Vehicle Licensing Agency strongly recommends that senior drivers attend eye examinations every two years but there is currently no legal obligation to do so.

The Driver and Vehicle Licensing Agency strongly recommends that senior drivers attend eye examinations every two years but there is currently no legal obligation to do so.

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Warning issued to older drivers amid calls for mandatory eyesight tests

Pothole compensation payouts cost taxpayers almost £180,000 says new data

Pothole compensation payouts cost taxpayers almost £180,000 says new data

Hampshire County Council

Pothole compensation payouts cost taxpayers almost £180,000 says new data

Many drivers only experience motorway driving for the first time by themselves after they’ve passed their driving test

Many drivers only experience motorway driving for the first time by themselves after they’ve passed their driving test

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Experts call for motorway driving to become mandatory in lessons and tests

Drivers will already know that it is a legal requirement to have an MOT and it's against the law if you drive without one - resulting in hefty fines and points on your licence.

Drivers will already know that it is a legal requirement to have an MOT and it's against the law if you drive without one - resulting in hefty fines and points on your licence.

What gets checked on an MOT? See the annual list of tests and checks

The new DVLA ‘24’ vehicle number plates are hitting the roads on March 1, but you won't be seeing these banned number plates on the road any time soon

The new DVLA ‘24’ vehicle number plates are hitting the roads on March 1, but you won't be seeing these banned number plates on the road any time soon

DVLA banned number plates revealed as new '24' plates set to hit the road

Learner drivers have to perfect lots of skills to be able to pass their driving test - here are things they should avoid

Learner drivers have to perfect lots of skills to be able to pass their driving test - here are things they should avoid

Top 10 mistakes to avoid if you want to pass your driving test

One motoring expert has urged Brits to ditch the earpieces, which can also be used to make and receive phone calls, to avoid prosecution

One motoring expert has urged Brits to ditch the earpieces, which can also be used to make and receive phone calls, to avoid prosecution

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Driving with headphones could land you £5,000 fine, expert warns

Find out about Emma's Motorway story

Find out about Emma's Motorway story

How to get more money when selling your car in 2024

The motoring experts at Moneybarn have put together a guide on the six warning lights you should never ignore in icy weather.

The motoring experts at Moneybarn have put together a guide on the six warning lights you should never ignore in icy weather.

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Drivers warned of 6 car lights that should never be ignored during icy weather

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

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

DVLA £1,000 fine warning to anyone who passed their test before 2015