Motoring

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Figures show 30.3 per cent rise in parking fines in Borders

Failing to return an expired licence to the DVLA is an offence under the Road Traffic Act 1988 and can be punished with a £1,000 fine

Failing to return an expired licence to the DVLA is an offence under the Road Traffic Act 1988 and can be punished with a £1,000 fine

DVLA £1,000 fine warning as drivers aged over 70 risk losing their licence

Common mistakes could void your car insurance and leave you open to £2,500 fines

Common mistakes could void your car insurance and leave you open to £2,500 fines

Drivers risking £2,500 fine and voiding their car insurance over common mistake

Banning new drivers from having passengers of the same age as them in the car would reduce

Banning new drivers from having passengers of the same age as them in the car would reduce

New calls to ban thousands of drivers from having passengers in their car

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 issues number plate warning to UK drivers - how to avoid £1,000 fines

The latest figures from the DVLA show that more than 3.6 million motorists currently have a photocard which has expired

The latest figures from the DVLA show that more than 3.6 million motorists currently have a photocard which has expired

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

The new DVLA registration numbers are set to be popular with motorists, with fixed prices starting from just £250

The new DVLA registration numbers are set to be popular with motorists, with fixed prices starting from just £250

DVLA releases brand new number plates while drivers warned of £1,000 fines

Not carrying out these checks could result in significant safety risks and also lead to fines of up to £3,500

Not carrying out these checks could result in significant safety risks and also lead to fines of up to £3,500

The 5 essential checks drivers must make or risk £3,500 fines this autumn

In the worst-case scenario you could face a £1,000 fine if stopped by the police

In the worst-case scenario you could face a £1,000 fine if stopped by the police

Drivers are facing £1,000 fines for this common headlight mistake

The Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA) is encouraging young drivers to read up on the most common reasons motorists fail their driving tests

The Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA) is encouraging young drivers to read up on the most common reasons motorists fail their driving tests

DVSA reveals the top 10 reasons drivers fail their driving test

According to analysis from the learner driver insurance company Veygo, 2,190 candidates have failed their driving tests before getting behind the wheel

According to analysis from the learner driver insurance company Veygo, 2,190 candidates have failed their driving tests before getting behind the wheel

This is why thousands fail their driving tests before even getting in the car

As soon as your car hits three years-old, it will need an MOT before its birthday each year

As soon as your car hits three years-old, it will need an MOT before its birthday each year

Millions of drivers at risk of £1,000 MOT fine - how you can avoid it

The Ford Fiesta and Fiat Punto are among the first cars disappearing from UK roads

The Ford Fiesta and Fiat Punto are among the first cars disappearing from UK roads

Is your first car at risk of going extinct? The cars disappearing from UK roads

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

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

The minimum penalty for being caught speeding on the UK's roads is a £100 fine.

The minimum penalty for being caught speeding on the UK's roads is a £100 fine.

Drivers issued warning over commonly believed speed camera myth

Under the changes, pedestrians and cyclists are now at the top of the hierarchy since they are considered the most at risk of an accident.

Under the changes, pedestrians and cyclists are now at the top of the hierarchy since they are considered the most at risk of an accident.

Drivers warned to follow 'important rule' or risk £1k fine and 9 licence points

The minimum penalty for speeding is a £100 fine and three penalty points added to your licence.

The minimum penalty for speeding is a £100 fine and three penalty points added to your licence.

How do you know if a speed camera caught you? Find out if there's a way to check

Have you been caught speeding recently?

Have you been caught speeding recently?

What speed triggers a speed camera? Motoring experts explain how they work

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

Millions of drivers who passed test before 2015 risking £1,000 fine, DVLA warns

Drivers have been warned that their cars could be fitted with ‘mandatory’ speed limiters following a change to driving laws

Drivers have been warned that their cars could be fitted with ‘mandatory’ speed limiters following a change to driving laws

Drivers warned of new 'mandatory' speed limiters being fitted on cars this month

BVAC Classic Festival of Motoring at Thirlestane Castle

BVAC Classic Festival of Motoring at Thirlestane Castle

Clubs and societies

Thousands turn out for Borders vintage car show

The newly announced fuel rates for company cars cover electric, diesel, hybrid, petrol and LPG vehicles

The newly announced fuel rates for company cars cover electric, diesel, hybrid, petrol and LPG vehicles

HMRC reveals major change for drivers from this weekend

Ford Mustang. Photo: Mahal/Pixabay

Ford Mustang. Photo: Mahal/Pixabay

Borders motoring festival set to celebrate 60 years of iconic American car

Drivers have been warned not to forget their car’s MOT due date after it was revealed millions missed their MOT renewal date

Drivers have been warned not to forget their car’s MOT due date after it was revealed millions missed their MOT renewal date

MOT warning for millions as DVSA data reveals 5.2 million expired MOTs

'Old is gold' as vintage cars head to Borders hotel

'Old is gold' as vintage cars head to Borders hotel

'Old is gold' as vintage cars head to Borders hotel

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

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

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

Motorists urged to check their headlights immediately or face unlimited fines

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

Are you being dazzled by headlight glare? Why the government is launching a review

Are you being dazzled by headlight glare? Why the government is launching a review

Headlight glare to be reviewed by government following drivers ‘dazzled' concerns

UK motorists should get their cars serviced regularly says motoring expert

UK motorists should get their cars serviced regularly says motoring expert

How often should you service your car? Motoring expert shares why it's crucial

The Highway Code contains a rule that all pet owners should be aware of

The Highway Code contains a rule that all pet owners should be aware of

Drivers warned of £5,000 for travelling with dogs in your car

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

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

Here is how to make a claim against the council for pothole damage to your car.

Here is how to make a claim against the council for pothole damage to your car.

How to claim compensation if your car is damaged by a pothole in the UK

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

Martin Lewis issues urgent DVLA fine warning to 2 million drivers

Nigel, a real Motorway customer, made more for both of his family cars, and was able to downsize to a more economical hybrid, clear bills, and go on holiday

Nigel, a real Motorway customer, made more for both of his family cars, and was able to downsize to a more economical hybrid, clear bills, and go on holiday

Get more money for your car in 2024

Photo: Mikes-Photography/Pixabay

Photo: Mikes-Photography/Pixabay

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Borders in top 10 for cheap car insurance, report reveals

Action from a previous Jim Clark Rally. Photo: Douglas Hardie

Action from a previous Jim Clark Rally. Photo: Douglas Hardie

Spectator, 73, dies at Jim Clark Rally

Thirlestane Castle will host hill rally this summer. Photo: BVAC

Thirlestane Castle will host hill rally this summer. Photo: BVAC

Clubs and societies

Day of summer rallying action set for Borders classic car show

How to save thousands on your car, according to the experts from Peter Vardy (PA)

How to save thousands on your car, according to the experts from Peter Vardy (PA)

Your Money Matters

Simple car changes that could save you up to £1,400 on your motor

Jessica Damerell and Emily Mulligan who are studying Agriculture with the HiSun UTV. Photo: Borders College

Jessica Damerell and Emily Mulligan who are studying Agriculture with the HiSun UTV. Photo: Borders College

College is first to own all-electric utility vehicle in major step for sustainability

Police urge Borderers to delay travel plans during amber weather warning

Police urge Borderers to delay travel plans during amber weather warning

Police urge Borderers to delay travel plans during amber weather warning

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

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

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

Further road closures planned for A68 over next two months

Further road closures planned for A68 over next two months

Further road closures planned for A68 over next two months

Gordon Melville with Amy Irons in the Ferrari 360

Gordon Melville with Amy Irons in the Ferrari 360

Meet the Borders man who teaches celebrities how to drive supercars

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

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

The DVLA has issued a warning to drivers in the UK

The DVLA has issued a warning to drivers in the UK

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

The Borders Vintage Automobile Club (BVAC) at Thirlestane Castle. Photo: Phil Wilkinson

The Borders Vintage Automobile Club (BVAC) at Thirlestane Castle. Photo: Phil Wilkinson

Classic car enthusiasts celebrate club's 50th anniversary with Borders rally

Driving test backlog sees learners waiting months for tests across the Borders (PA)

Driving test backlog sees learners waiting months for tests across the Borders (PA)

Driving test backlog sees learners waiting months for tests across the Borders

Police Scotland

Police Scotland

Changes to the Highway Code take effect from later this month

POLICE SCOTLAND.

POLICE SCOTLAND.

Police advice to pedestrians, cyclists and drivers as winter approaches

Police Scotland vehicle.

Police Scotland vehicle.

Police keen to trace woman reportedly ‘in distress’ on major Borders road

As winter approaches, LeaseElectricCar detail the six checks you should be carrying out ahead of setting off on your journeys (@twiglet81/PA)

As winter approaches, LeaseElectricCar detail the six checks you should be carrying out ahead of setting off on your journeys (@twiglet81/PA)

Six car checks you need to do before driving this winter