Motoring

Car insurance companies often don't cover drivers for making this simple mistake, so it's worth checking your policy

The costly motoring mistake that 90 per cent of insurers don't pay out on

Those who fail the check could face penalties, including fines up to £1,000, penalty points, or even disqualification

Those who fail the check could face penalties, including fines up to £1,000, penalty points, or even disqualification

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Drivers warned of new police checks that could lead to £1,000 fines or a lost licence

Is your car due an MOT soon?

Is your car due an MOT soon?

RAC issues new car MOT warning to Brits - how to avoid £1,000 fine

There are lots of issues surrounding where exactly you are allowed to park your car (PA)

There are lots of issues surrounding where exactly you are allowed to park your car (PA)

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What are the rules about someone parking in front of your house and is it illegal?

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

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

Failing to update the details on your driving licence can lead to significant fines of up to £1,000 from the DVLA

Failing to update the details on your driving licence can lead to significant fines of up to £1,000 from the DVLA

DVLA £1,000 fine warning to millions of drivers over little known mistake

Wales introduced a 20 mph speed limit in built-up areas earlier this year

Wales introduced a 20 mph speed limit in built-up areas earlier this year

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Blanket 20 mph speed limit across the UK could lower car insurance premiums

Once you've been caught be a speed camera you'll receive a Notice of Intended Prosecution within 14 days of the offence

Once you've been caught be a speed camera you'll receive a Notice of Intended Prosecution within 14 days of the offence

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What happens after you’ve been caught by a speed camera? All you need to know

Brian Evans with his Austin 10.

Brian Evans with his Austin 10.

Driver’s missing number plate is in Hereford - is it yours?

Drivers are being encouraged to stop as soon as the pump clicks to a halt for the first time.

Drivers are being encouraged to stop as soon as the pump clicks to a halt for the first time.

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The 'little-known' petrol trick you should really know (you could save £500)

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.

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Drivers issued warning over commonly believed speed camera myth

Why not visit Hartwell Hereford to see the extraordinary range of cars now offered.

Why not visit Hartwell Hereford to see the extraordinary range of cars now offered.

Three new car brands coming to Hereford

If caught speeding, you could be given a driving ban

If caught speeding, you could be given a driving ban

Do speed cameras flash? Experts explain if drivers can always see it activated

These foulmouthed Herefordshire drivers are so ignorant!

These foulmouthed Herefordshire drivers are so ignorant!

Reader's letter

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These foulmouthed Herefordshire drivers are so ignorant!

Salop Leisure is holding a massive stock clearance event

Salop Leisure is holding a massive stock clearance event

Everything you need to know about Salop Leisure

Do you have a dropped kerb in front of your house?

Do you have a dropped kerb in front of your house?

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Is it illegal to park on a dropped kerb outside your own house? Rules explained

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

There are now around 7000 cameras around the UK's road network

There are now around 7000 cameras around the UK's road network

Do speed cameras have to be painted yellow and must they be visible?

Failing to renew your Blue Badge in time could lead to you facing a £1,000 fine for misusing the badge

Failing to renew your Blue Badge in time could lead to you facing a £1,000 fine for misusing the badge

Warning to blue badge holders who face £1,000 fine if they do not act

There are now around 7000 cameras around the UK's road network

There are now around 7000 cameras around the UK's road network

Do speed cameras have to be visible? Lawyers on when you can challenge the fine

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

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

The RAC said prices for petrol and diesel in Britain are “far higher than they should be” as wholesale costs have fallen since the end of April

The RAC said prices for petrol and diesel in Britain are “far higher than they should be” as wholesale costs have fallen since the end of April

5 top tips to save money on petrol and diesel this summer

Drivers were asked five basic theory questions and 88% of people could not get them all right.

Drivers were asked five basic theory questions and 88% of people could not get them all right.

Take our driving theory quiz as 88 per cent fail these 5 basic test questions

Drivers need to be mindful of items of clothing, including sunglasses, to operate the car safely, the Highway Code says

Drivers need to be mindful of items of clothing, including sunglasses, to operate the car safely, the Highway Code says

Drivers warned they could face fines of up £2500 for wearing sunglasses

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

Revealed: How many driving instructors are in Hereford

Revealed: How many driving instructors are in Hereford

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Revealed: How many driving instructors are in Hereford

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 month

A litre of petrol at Asda cost an average of 2.1p more on average than rival supermarkets Tesco, Morrisons and Sainsbury’s

A litre of petrol at Asda cost an average of 2.1p more on average than rival supermarkets Tesco, Morrisons and Sainsbury’s

Revealed: see which is the most expensive supermarket fuel retailer

Well, you might be surprised to know the answer.

Well, you might be surprised to know the answer.

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

Car insurance can be expensive - these are the cheapest and most expensive cars to insure

Car insurance can be expensive - these are the cheapest and most expensive cars to insure

Top 10 cheapest and most expensive cars to insure in 2024

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

If you have these medical conditions it means you automatically qualify for a Blue Badge in the UK

If you have these medical conditions it means you automatically qualify for a Blue Badge in the UK

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What medical conditions qualify for a Blue Badge? See who is eligible

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

Does a dash cam reduce insurance? Find out below

Does a dash cam reduce insurance? Find out below

Do dash cams record when a car is off? Motoring experts explain

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

It is advised to not drink at all if you can to potentially avoid going over the limit whilst driving (PA/Canva)

It is advised to not drink at all if you can to potentially avoid going over the limit whilst driving (PA/Canva)

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How many drinks can you have before you're over the legal UK driving limit?

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

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

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

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?

Drivers have been urged to change their winter tyres this summer

Drivers have been urged to change their winter tyres this summer

The simple swap drivers should make to avoid £1000s in fines over the summer

The Office for Product Safety said this popular car seat may result in the harness 'not locking properly when pulled'

The Office for Product Safety said this popular car seat may result in the harness 'not locking properly when pulled'

Parents warned to stop using this car seat ‘immediately’ due to safety concerns

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

Drivers warned of MOT failures due to often forgotten car part

Before and after plans of the site, how the Portland Road end of the new workshop would compare with the existing building, and the showroom and garage from Eign Street

Before and after plans of the site, how the Portland Road end of the new workshop would compare with the existing building, and the showroom and garage from Eign Street

Hereford garage and showroom has big plans

Saying goodbye are, from left: Wayne Pugh, Lyn Colwell, Mick Colwell, Jacqui Carwardine and Mark Colwell

Saying goodbye are, from left: Wayne Pugh, Lyn Colwell, Mick Colwell, Jacqui Carwardine and Mark Colwell

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Long-standing Hereford garage closes after 53 years

The proposed panels on the showroom, the current Hartwell Motors showroom, and a Jaecoo 9 car

The proposed panels on the showroom, the current Hartwell Motors showroom, and a Jaecoo 9 car

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Have you heard of these car brands going on sale soon in Hereford?

The rise in the cost of car insurance in the past 12 months may in part be due to a rise in the cost of claims for insurers

The rise in the cost of car insurance in the past 12 months may in part be due to a rise in the cost of claims for insurers

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The simple tip that could save you £50 a year on your car insurance

UK motorists should get their cars serviced regularly says motoring expert

UK motorists should get their cars serviced regularly says motoring expert

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

The RAC has warned some journeys will take twice as long this weekend, while Network Rail also warns of disruption

The RAC has warned some journeys will take twice as long this weekend, while Network Rail also warns of disruption

Busiest roads and times this Easter as RAC warns of traffic chaos

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

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

Currently International Driving Permits are issued through the Post Office, however, this is changing from April 1

Currently International Driving Permits are issued through the Post Office, however, this is changing from April 1

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Drivers issued warning after DVLA confirm date of 'significant' rule change

The Highway Code must be followed by all drivers - here are the rules for stopping in a yellow box junction in the UK

The Highway Code must be followed by all drivers - here are the rules for stopping in a yellow box junction in the UK

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Can you be fined for stopping in a yellow box? Rules and regulations to follow

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

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

The TikTok video explaining the parking sign has garnered more than 3 million views so far

The TikTok video explaining the parking sign has garnered more than 3 million views so far

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'Now I understand' - Confusing 'No Return' parking sign explained to drivers

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