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Rear end car crash Skoda Fabia

Driving without car insurance is illegal in UK


Drivers often complain about high cost of car insurance but is essential to have if you want to legally drive a car in the UK.
Experts worry of inflated petrol prices over lockdown

Petrol is at its most costly in almost a decade


The average price of petrol has hit a record high of 142.94p per litre, breaking the previous record which has stood since April 2012.
Acura branding appears on Red Bull racer for 2021 US GP

Red Bull and AlphaTauri run Acura branding in US


Both Red Bull and AlphaTauri Formula 1 cars will wear Acura branding in this weekend’s US Grand Prix, a departure from the Honda livery.
Lorry rolls into Bristol harbour during filming of TV series

Lorry rolls into Bristol harbour


A lorry and trailer have fallen into a harbour in Bristol during the filming on a new BBC comedy series.
Petrol stations in UK warn of fuel supply issues as lorry driver shortage bites

Petrol shortage: Fuel sales fall


The petrol shortage crisis appears to be over with fuel sales fallen by two thirds and filling station tank levels returned to normal levels.
Lexus LC Black Inspiration

Stealthy Lexus LC revealed


Lexus has revealed a new special edition of its LC coupé flagship, which sees subtle changes to the exterior and under the skin.
Learner drivers battle to book tests post-lockdown with six-hour online queues

Long driving test backlog remains


Learner drivers continue to face lengthy waiting times for practical driving tests, in some cases as long as 24 weeks.
The Batman's Batmobile in RC format - by Hot Wheels

New Batman RC car revealed


Hot Wheels has revealed its latest radio-controlled car, a 1/10 scale replica of the all-new Batmobile.
2021 Kia EV6

Kia EV6 review 2021


The Kia EV6 is a brilliant electric crossover with a daring new design - Dave Humphreys tries it out for size.
Top 10 petrol cars to buy instead of diesel

Ten petrol cars to buy instead of a diesel


Feeling guilty about driving a diesel car and not ready for pure-electric just yet? Here are 10 efficient petrol and hybrid alternatives.
Tesla Model Y 2022 review by Will Dron for Sunday Times Driving.co.uk

Tesla Model Y review


With the 2022 Tesla Model Y now on sale in the UK, Will Dron reviews a left-hand-drive version on British roads.
Porsche 3D-print bodyform full bucket seat

Porsche launches 3D-printed bucket seat


Porsche has launched a new 3D-printed bucket seat, parts of which can be adapted during construction to individual driver requirements.