Fingers Crossed Driving School

07/06/2023

Criminals looking to steal vehicles across the UK are using cheap tracking devices to track the location of drivers... New car theft threat sees thieves use tracking devices to track, monitor and steal vehicles.
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Criminals looking to steal vehicles across the UK are using cheap tracking devices to track the location of drivers.

31/05/2023

Common road traffic offences and how to avoid them...
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In this article, we’re looking at some of the most common road traffic offences and how to avoid them. In the UK, around a quarter of a million drivers are convicted of driving offences every year, some of which result in hefty fines, and others which have far more serious consequences. Whilst the...

23/05/2023

DVSA survey reveals that one in ten cars that pass their MOT should fail...
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DVSA's latest MOT Compliance Survey for 2021-22 has revealed that 10.1% of cars that passed the test – should have failed the annual check-up.

15/05/2023

New ‘AI’ speed camera scans driver inside a vehicle... 4D radar high-resolution cameras can tell how far over the speed limit a driver is, as well as capturing those behind the wheel using a mobile phone or not using their seatbelts.
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The UK has seen the introduction of the world’s first AI speed camera which can scan drivers inside their cars if they are caught speeding.

10/05/2023

Drivers warned about new generation of 'stealth' speed camera vans which could be rolled out across the UK soon. Unlike traditional police vans, these new matt grey vehicles are harder to recognise for drivers.
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Drivers are being warned about a new generation of 'stealth' speed camera vans, which could be rolled out across the UK in the near future.

02/05/2023

Success for national pothole campaign as Chancellor announces £200m funding to improve Britain’s roads...
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The Chancellor Jeremy Hunt is set to announce a new £200m funding scheme to help tackle the plague of potholes on roads across Britain.

26/04/2023

69-year-old woman finally passes driving test after 960 attempts – costing more than £11,000
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A South Korean woman, Cha Sa-Soon, who spent over £11,000 attempting to get her driving license, finally succeeded on her 960th attempt.

18/04/2023

Ford launches hands-free driving on UK motorways...
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Government approves Ford's BlueCruise system to allow hands-off, eyes-on driving.

12/04/2023

Motorist uses AI tool ChatGPT to reduce airport parking fine from £100 to £15
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04/04/2023

Drivers could soon face paying a ‘tyre tax’ to help tackle emissions
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30/03/2023

Worrying increase in number of drivers having their vehicle tax Direct Debits cancelled by DVLA after payments couldn’t be taken due to a lack of funds...
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22/03/2023

'Carry out smart checks' Urgent warning when buying cars online after spike in scams... Drivers are being warned when buying a car online, they may be being sold a defective vehicle and overpaying for it.
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