Easing of coronavirus lockdown leads to 32% increase in car thefts


Easing of coronavirus lockdown leads to 32% increase in car thefts according to Tracker
Almost half of people picked up bad driving habits in lockdown

Half of drivers picked up bad habits in lockdown


Almost half of people have picked up bad driving habits in lockdown, according to a recent survey.
This weekend expected to be busiest of 2021 for UK’s roads

Busiest roads of 2021 expected this weekend


Around 11 million motorists are expected to take to Britain’s roads this weekend.
Courts are too lenient on dangerous drivers, says police chief

Police chief: courts too lenient on speeders


A police chief has told The Sunday Times that dangerous drivers should be afforded no more leniency in court than those involved in knife crime.
Research shows extent of lockdown speeding

Can you go for a drive during the lockdown?


As pubs and restaurants across the UK begin to open indoors, motorists are beginning to wonder what the rules are for driving.

Can I still get driving lessons in lockdown?


With the vaccine rollout continuing, learner drivers are beginning to wonder when they will be able to get driving lessons and take their test.
2 in 5 have retreated to their car for space during lockdown, study shows

Drivers retreat to cars parked outside homes


More than two in five people have retreated to their car to work or relax during lockdown, according to a new study.
Coronavirus: Demand for used diesel cars has surged during pandemic

Car buyers turn to used diesels during coronavirus


Demand for used diesel cars surged by a quarter during 2020 as people sought an economical alternative to public transport, new data suggests.
Jeremy Clarkson has used farming as exercise during lockdown

Clarkson: 'Pay me and chop logs on my farm'


Clarkson has a smart way for "young avocado enthusiasts" to keep fit while the gyms are closed - setting them to work on his farm. For a fee.
Learner drivers struggle to book tests amid backlog

DVSA dismisses driving test petition


The Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA) has told Driving.co.uk that allowing driving instructors to pass learners would "not be lawful".
Jeremy Clarkson has turned his farm shop around, with a little help from his friends

10 most popular articles of 2020 on Driving.co.uk


Many won't look back fondly at 2020, but there were some highlights in the motoring world.
Used sports car sales increased by 82% during coronavirus lockdown

Used sports car sales nearly doubled over lockdown


New data shows that buying of used sports cars rocketed by 82% during the period between March and May.
Car sales

UK car sales bounce back in July


After a catastrophic first half of the year due to the coronavirus lockdown, UK car sales in July were up 11.3% on the same month in 2019.