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What to do if you put the wrong fuel in your car explained by motoring expert
Motoring News
It's more common than you might think, with around 150,000 people doing it every year in the UK
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DVSA makes big MOT change affecting every driver in UK this week
Motoring News
The DVSA has made a change to the way drivers will receive their MOT test results, with the new system coming into effect
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Rotten eggs and burning - car smells you should 'never ignore'
Motoring News
Experts have looked at the seven most-Googled smells and explained what they mean
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DVSA's 'important' reminder to drivers over little-known Highway Code rule
Motoring News
The Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA) is reminding drivers of an "important" part of the Highway Code to keep in mind as the UK prepares for warmer weather
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RAC warning about 'confusing' new parking rules
Motoring News
Analysis of Government data by motoring research charity the RAC Foundation found 9.7 million tickets were issued to drivers by private parking companies in Britain between April and December last year, which is equivalent to nearly 35,300 every day
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Legal expert says 'don't do this' if you're involved in a car crash
Motoring News
There are several key things you should avoid doing in the aftermath of a collision
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New private parking fine rules go live in 2024 - full list of changes
Motoring News
People getting fines will have clearer appeal guidance, new 10 minute period of grace and consistent signage will be enforced
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UK drivers have forked out £10bn on unexpected repairs in the last 12 months
UK News
Some of the most common pricey fixes include damaged or cracked windscreens, and warning lights flashing up on the dashboard
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Drivers warned of rule change 'affecting all cars, including EVs'
Motoring News
Euro 7 emissions rules will mean tighter restrictions on the amount of pollutant vehicles can produce
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Drivers warned of £120 fine if they forget one thing in Europe
Motoring News
Rules differ from country to country, but some apply across Europe
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DVLA issues new 'five minutes' update to all UK drivers
Motoring News
The Driver and Vehicle Licensing Agency (DVLA) has issued a new update for all UK drivers
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It would cost £5m a year to make Back To The Future car roadworthy
UK News
The 1982 DeLorean would be the most expensive car by far to run in real life, out of a list of Brits' top 10 favourite movie and TV vehicles
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Motoring News
£10,000 warning to anyone going to Europe in a motorhome this year
Those heading abroad have been urged to check their insurance cover
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Drivers warned about 'often ignored' car part that could mean MOT failure
Motoring News
A motoring expert has also outlined some other easy-to-sort things that can cause MOT problems
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Should you learn to drive in an automatic? Experts explain the pros and cons
Motoring News
Many car manufacturers are favouring automatic gearboxes nowadays, while electric cars don't have a gearbox at all
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Drivers 'mind blown' after realising their car handle has 'secret' function
Motors
Many people have been left impressed after finding out about the 'little known' function they never knew existed
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Motoring expert says exact speed that will save drivers most money
Motoring News
Using less fuel is both good for the wallet and the environment
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Car Reviews
Car Reviews
New Subaru Outback road test review
SUV-estate crossover is worthy but not class-leading
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First drive: Renault Megane Sport Tourer dCi 110
Car Reviews
Smooth and cheap to run as a 1.5-litre diesel, but uninspiring to drive
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First look: VW Beetle Cabriolet
Car Reviews
Volkswagen’s convertible has substance to go with the style
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2017 BMW 520d first drive
Car Reviews
This could well be the finest executive car on the market
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First drive: Porsche Panamera 4S Diesel
Car Reviews
Behind the wheel of the big diesel Porsche luxury car at last
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Traffic & Travel
Traffic and Travel
Flight attendant shares the two things you should do for an upgrade
Mandy Smith, a former Virgin Atlantic flight attendant and author, revealed the things you should remember if you plan on asking for an upgrade
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Drivers face new driving law changes within weeks as mandatory speed limiters take effect
Traffic and Travel
Speed limiters can automatically slow down a vehicle if a driver is exceeding the speed limit, and the requirement for all cars to have them comes into effect from July 7
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M4 and A48 travel updates as heavy rain causes delays and major bridge closed
M4
A major road was closed with multiple police cars and ambulances on the scene
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Major timetable update for trains in Cardiff as services set for big shift
Transport
It will mean more trains coming in and out of the city
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Incident causes long tailbacks on M4
Traffic and Travel
There were delays of nearly 20 minutes
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M4 and A48 travel updates as heavy rain causes delays and major bridge closed
A major road was closed with multiple police cars and ambulances on the scene
Met Office issues second thunderstorm warning for parts of Wales in two days
Wales weather
A large part of Wales is under the new warning for Thursday afternoon
Drugs, cash and designer goods found at young drug dealers' homes
Courts
Logan Adams, 20, Luke Cable, 23, Devon Evans, 22, and Macauley Thomas, 26, were all discovered to have been involved in drug dealing, following raids in Bargoed, Fochriw and Brynmawr.
Woman's body found on Welsh beach
Beaches
Dyfed-Powys Police has launched an investigation
Rare, venomous black adder spotted at Welsh beach
Environment
Pet owners are being warned to take care
Courts
Gang of masked men smash their way into home
Joseph Mayer and Ethan Jones were part of a masked gang which smashed their way into a house at night
Washing machine warning issued after woman discovers 'growth' lurking in hers
Homes and property
People are being urged to check their washing machines as soon as possible after woman finds 'growth' in hers
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Families excavating a hillside to create space to live ordered by court to stop
Blaenau Gwent
A group with caravans and diggers moved onto the grassy hillside earlier this year
Symptoms of sudden-onset condition postpartum psychosis in mums and how to spot someone who's affected
Health
The sudden-onset illness can also present in mothers who have no previous mental health history
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M4
M4 and A48 travel updates as heavy rain causes delays and major bridge closed
A major road was closed with multiple police cars and ambulances on the scene
Met Office issues second thunderstorm warning for parts of Wales in two days
Wales weather
A large part of Wales is under the new warning for Thursday afternoon
Drugs, cash and designer goods found at young drug dealers' homes
Courts
Logan Adams, 20, Luke Cable, 23, Devon Evans, 22, and Macauley Thomas, 26, were all discovered to have been involved in drug dealing, following raids in Bargoed, Fochriw and Brynmawr.
Woman's body found on Welsh beach
Beaches
Dyfed-Powys Police has launched an investigation
Katie Price shares sweet photo as she makes baby announcement
Katie Price
Katie Price has taken to social media to share some family news, weeks after her ex-husband Peter Andre welcomed his new daughter - who has now been named Arabella Rose
Amazing Homes
Inside the valleys’ chapel that's been transformed into a luxury six-bed dream home
A prominent local building that is hiding a truly amazing home inside
Gang of masked men smash their way into home
Courts
Joseph Mayer and Ethan Jones were part of a masked gang which smashed their way into a house at night
Washing machine warning issued after woman discovers 'growth' lurking in hers
Homes and property
People are being urged to check their washing machines as soon as possible after woman finds 'growth' in hers
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Introducing Skills for Swansea: Retrain and upskill with free courses
Skills and Apprenticeships
You could enhance your employability opportunities with free courses from Gower College Swansea
Rebel Wilson says 'I'm not about cancelling people' as she responds to Sacha Baron Cohen controversy
This Morning
Rebel Wilson appeared on ITV's This Morning and spoke to promote her new memoir Rebel Rising