Loophole allowing drivers to escape punishment for using mobile phones closes
New rules ban virtually all hand-held use of mobile phones on Britain’s roads, in what Transport Secretary Grant Shapps described as a “zero-tolerance approach”.
New mobile phone laws for motorists: what you need to know
The government is strengthening the rules surrounding the use of mobile phones in cars. This change has been brought about as the number of ways we use our phones has increased, with smartphones now used for a variety of different reasons rather than just calls and messages.
Motorists urged to ‘belt up to save lives’
Gwent Police is urging motorists to wear seatbelts in a bid to save lives and prevent serious injuries.
(more…)Government to Close Mobile Phone Filming While Driving Loophole
A legal loophole which allows motorists to use mobile phones behind the wheel to film or take photographs to escape prosecution is set ‘to be closed’ by the government.
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Over half of drivers still uses phone while driving
Around 60% of drivers still uses their mobile phone while driving, despite the introduction of tougher penalties more than two years ago.
Middle-lane hogger filmed by police for three miles
A driver has been caught on police dashcam hogging the middle lane of a motorway for three miles.
Driver jailed 3 months for using a jammer
A businessman who attached a “jammer” to his BMW to dodge speed cameras has been jailed.
Is your Sat Nav Position Legal?
Positioning of satnav devices on windscreens poses a significant threat to road safety, says breakdown organisation GEM Motoring Assist.
(more…)Clean your plate before every journey and avoid a £1000 fine, urges GEM
Drivers are being warned to keep their number plates clean this winter or face the possibility of a four-figure fine.
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New law could see car insurance premiums fall
A new law has been passed that is expected to help reduce consumers’ car insurance premiums.
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Motorists want tougher penalties for drink-drivers
More than 80% British motorists would like to see the government introduce tougher penalties for those caught drink-driving.
New insurance rules could make motorsport illegal
Motorsport could be made illegal across Europe thanks to a new car insurance directive.