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Do you struggle demisting your car in a morning?

How to demist your car windscreen with this 80p fridge staple - does it work?

Adding only half a tank of petrol at a time can save you money, as it reduces the weight of your car and therefore uses less fuel

How to save money on your petrol and the best ways to fill up revealed

27% of 2000 drivers surveyed said they'd failed to act on warnings following the mandatory safety check and have waited 'months’ to replace their tyres.

Millions of drivers not considering unsafe tyre 'ramifications', new survey says

You could end up causing damage to your car using certain methods

The do's and don'ts of defrosting car windscreens - Experts reveal HUGE mistakes

The motoring experts at CarMoney have rounded up your very own checklist to make sure that you don't leave any of these things in your car overnight this winter.

8 things you should never leave in the car overnight this winter

Cucumbers have been tipped as an easy solution to stained car seats.

How to clean stubborn stains from your car seat using this 80 pence vegetable

According to the Highway Code drivers may use front or rear fog lights but must switch them off when visibility improves

Drivers risk £50 fine for common winter mistake, expert warns

Reducing your speed is among the various ways to cope with black ice when driving on the roads according to the experts.

How to drive on black ice - experts share their tips to keep UK drivers safe

Have you ever sat in your car waiting for it to warm up before a journey?

Should you leave your car to warm up before setting off? Experts explain

More than 2.7 million drivers across England, Scotland and Wales currently have at least three points on their driving licences as a result of motoring offences.

Driving offences that could land you the most points on your licence revealed

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

More than 15 million drivers issued MOT warning

Driving without a valid MOT certificate it can carry fines of up to £1,000, as well as resulting in points on your driving licence

What is the punishment for driving without an MOT as changes made to service

Popular car makes such as Ford and Land Rover were found to be among the most stolen in the UK.

See the car brands most likely to be stolen amid 25 per cent surge in UK thefts

Some second-hand cars have seen quite an uptick in value since 2019

UK's most expensive second-hand cars revealed (Could you have a decent earner?)

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

Millions sign up to MOT service as DVSA announce new changes

Your car's tyre pressure, climate control and GPS all play a part in significantly reducing your overall spend - if you know how.

YOUR MONEY MATTERS These 'hidden' car settings could save you a 'significant' amount of money

The RAC says the fuel duty cut by 5p has not necessarily been reflected in petrol prices

RAC pleads with supermarkets to cut petrol prices as drivers are 'losing out'

A Compare the Market study found six million drivers were risking a £50 fine every time they encountered a roundabout

Millions of drivers risking £50 fine over common roundabout mistake

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Over 600,000 British drivers have six or more points on their driver's licence.

Over 600,000 UK drivers 'one touch of their phone' away from disqualification

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

Drivers who passed their test before 2014 urged to make crucial check or risk fine

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.

5 'unknown' ways that could cause your car to fail its MOT (and how to avoid)

Can you tell the difference between pelican crossings, zebra crossings, toucan crossings and puffin crossings?

9 in 10 drivers unable to identify different pedestrian crossings - can you?

Kiddies Kingdom has created a guide to help parents become clued up on the latest rules and regulations they should know before hitting the road.

Parents could face over £16k in fines by not following these 5 driving laws

If the “criminal act of vandalism” is valued at less than £5,000, then a fine of up to £2,500 can be granted

Writing 'clean me' on a dirty van could see you hit with a £2,500 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

Martin Lewis warns two million drivers of £1,000 DVLA driving licence fine

The average price of the fuel increased from 154.8p at the beginning of September to 163.1p by the end of the month, according to The RAC.

Drivers hit as petrol and diesel prices surge again, new figures show

Car maintenance is all about being proactive

Sponsored Car maintenance must dos – the ultimate seasonal guide

Wearing gloves, coats and scarves could impact your driving, and put you at risk of receiving a fine

You could be fined £5,000 for driving in these winter clothes

Medical negligence expert at Fletchers Group, Charlotte Rennox, has rounded up five such ways to help raise awareness of the 'unknown' fines. ( Getty Images)

Drivers warned of 5 ‘unknown’ ways passengers could cost them over £6k in fines

Although it can be tempting, think twice before leaving a note on a car

UK government says leaving certain notes on cars could lead to £2000 fine

This is how to claim compensation from either the council or your car insurance for damage caused by potholes on UK roads

Pothole damage: Can I claim on my car insurance?

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?

Keith Hawes and Nationwide Vehicle Contracts have also collated some easy steps and advice about how to update your sat nav to help ensure a safe journey.

Drivers issued Sat Nav warning amid 'shocking' increase in road accidents

Experts are urging parents to ensure they are not left in the dark about school parking laws in order to avoid fines

Parents risk hefty fines over school parking laws, expert warns

More than 18,000 bikes were stolen in the UK between June 2022 and May 2023

UK's top 10 stolen motorbike models in the last year revealed (Is yours on the list?)

Fraudsters are imitating the DVLA to try and convince drivers to hand over their personal details

DVLA warning to drivers over car tax scam - what to look out for

Putting the wrong fuel in your car could cost you £1,300

Drivers warned of common mistake that could cost them £1,300

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

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

Just Park confirmed that it was not affiliated with the site in any way and urged customers to report the scam.

The parking app scam tricking drivers into signing up for costly subscriptions

Edmund King, president of the AA, said the increase in the number of vehicles being driven in the wrong direction on motorways is

'Frightening' increase in number of cars driving wrong way on motorways

Motorists that use dash cams shouldn't do this one thing if they want to avoid getting a fine and penalty points

Dash cam users urged to avoid one thing that leads to £1,000 fine and points

Driving in flip flops could break the Highway Code and see you fined £1,000

You could be fined £1,000 for driving in summer clothing

The grant is open to any eligible claimant who has a provisional licence and wants to learn to drive

PIP, DLA and other benefit claimants could get 40 hours free driving lessons

These are the rules you could be breaking, and what you could be fined for doing so

The 14 common driving habits that are breaking the law and could see you fined

Bosses from Tesco, Asda, Sainsbury’s and Morrisons, as well as those from fuel specialists BP, Shell and Esso, were believed to have been at the meeting

Supermarket and petrol station bosses told 'enough is enough' over high prices

To stay safe while driving and avoid the hefty fine, ensure your dog (or any other pet) is restrained appropriately

Drivers warned of potential £5,000 fine for driving with a dog in the car

Packing a car can lead to huge fines in the UK

Motor experts warn Brits that packing a car this summer can cost you up to £2.5k

If you’re unsure about what may invalidate your insurance and how to stay safe whilst driving on the roads, these are five mistakes to avoid

Drivers warned of common mistakes that could invalidate your insurance

Some supermarkets have been charging drivers 6p more per litre of fuel, with new rules being introduced by the government in response

Supermarkets overcharged drivers £900m at petrol pumps last year

More than half of motorist on UK roads are unaware that flashing your lights could result in a fine

Drivers warned they face fines for commonly used 'friendly warning'

Land Rovers made up most of the top 10 stolen car models

UK's top 10 stolen car models in the last year revealed (Is yours on the list?)

Managing Director at Select Car Leasing, Graham Conway, has warned motorists against mixing and matching tyres (Canva)

'Unknown' tyre rule could see you fined £100 and given 3 penalty points

If the “criminal act of vandalism” is valued at less than £5,000, then a fine of up to £2,500 can be granted

Writing 'clean me' on a dirty van could see you hit with a £2,500 fine

Failing to return an expired licence to the Driver and Vehicle Licensing Agency (DVLA) is an offence under the Road Traffic Act 1988

UK drivers warned of £1,000 fine for overlooked licence detail

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