Many drivers do not know that texting from the passenger seat, as a supervisor to a learner driver, could cost you six penalty points on your licence and a hefty fine.

Government figures have shown that by breaking the speed limit when overtaking, UK drivers are risking their licences.

Government funding is set to go towards on-street electric vehicle charging, for those who do not have anywhere to charge their vehicle at home.

According to research from Seat, over half of UK drivers eat junk food behind the wheel. The importance behind this is whether the sugar crash after the burst of alertness may negatively affect concentration and therefore safety of drivers.

Police have warned that hanging anything from the rear-view mirror that obstructs the driver’s view of the road could land you with a fine and points on your licence.

The House of Commons’ Transport Select Committee are in talks on banning making hands-free calls while driving, as well as recommending tougher penalties for those using a handheld mobile.

A victory and a second place finish in round eight of the Bennetts British Superbike Championship at Cadwell Park this afternoon saw Be Wiser Ducati’s Josh Brookes not only claim the ‘King of the Mountain’ title, but also seal his place as a Title Fighter in the series deciding Showdown.

The Be Wiser Ducati Panigale V4 R of Josh Brookes will line up in pole position for tomorrow’s opening race at round eight of the British Superbike Championship at Cadwell Park after a superb lap during this afternoon’s Datatag Extreme Qualifying session.

The interpretation of laws banning motorists from using their mobile phone behind the wheel has changed, after a conviction was overturned by the High Court.