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Italy's fire service posted an image of a helicopter taking part in the rescue (Image: Vigili del Fuoco)

Three tourists dead & one missing after boat capsizes on Italian lake Beth Franklin

The Driver and Vehicle Licensing Agency (DVLA) is set to update its guidance for drivers with eye conditions, according to reports.

British drivers with ‘eye conditions’ warned of new rule Rahmah Ghazali

Morrisons More Card relaunches to help customers save more money - how to sign up & earn points

Morrisons brings back money-saving loyalty scheme from today Chelsie Sewell

Most dangerous driving hotspots in the UK unveiled - is your area on the list?

Most dangerous driving hotspots in the UK unveiled Will Millar

Prince Harry and Meghan Markle

Prince Harry and Meghan Markle involved in car chase with paparazzi Sam Johnson

Mystery as every vehicle in station car park given parking tickets - ‘baffled’ drivers search for explanation

Baffled drivers confused as every vehicle in car park given ticket Will Millar

The car is seen smashing into the lorry.

Watch as driver runs a red light before smashing into a lorry Dennis Morton

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Why car insurance costs are up by more than £60 a year Matt Allan

The M6 southbound is fully closed between junctions 17 (Sandbach, Congleton) and 16 (Newcastle-under-Lyme, Stoke-on-Trent, Crewe, Nantwich)

Lorry crash shuts M6 Matthew Calderbank

Northern Ireland diesel prices have dropped while petrol has risen, says the Consumer Council.

Diesel 16p more expensive than it should be, RAC say Ayaan Ali

Yellow box fines are ‘unfair’ on drivers, says RAC Daniel Mcneil

Three of the roadworks are expected to cause delays of between 10 minutes and half an hour

Road closures: seven for Wigan drivers this week Sonja Tutty

Police on proactive patrol spotted a car driving on a 60mph road with an unrestrained child in the boot.

Police stop car with unrestrained child in boot on 60mph road Dennis Morton

The rumoured plan could stop young drivers carrying passengers of a similar age (Photo: Shutterstock)

Young drivers could be banned from giving friends a lift Dennis Morton

The Azerbaijan grand prix in Baku will see new changes to the sprint race

Azerbaijan Grand Prix 2023 race schedule Rebecca Braybrook

Double killer Christopher Halliwell murder Sian O’Callaghan, 22, and Becky Godden-Edwards, 20, who had both been abducted after leaving nightclubs. There have been claims the murderer could be linked to 27 other deaths.

Sian’s Law tightening security checks on cab drivers come into effect Dennis Morton

Morrisons is making a major change to the way its loyalty scheme works for some customers

Morrisons shakes up loyalty card scheme to help customers save money Chelsie Sewell

Under 25’s could be banned from giving lifts under new plans

Drivers under age of 25 could be banned from giving lifts to friends Sam Johnson

Which? Lists ways to save money on driving costs

Which? Lists ways to save money on driving costs Chloe Clarke

There are delays of around 1 hour after two separate incidents on the 12-mile stretch of motorway between junctions 27 and 23 this morning this morning (Wednesday, April 19) this morning (Wednesday, April 19)

One hour delays on M6 between Preston and Wigan Matthew Calderbank

Two of the roadworks are expected to cause delays of between 10 minutes and half an hour.

Road closures: four for Wigan drivers this week Will Grimond

Senior Coroner, Anne Pember, said: “I believe that, if the hard shoulder had been available for the broken down vehicle to pull into, it’s quite possible that David Levett would not have died.”

Smart motorways axed: UK government scrap all new projects Patrick Hollis

Vehicles not registered in the UK must enrol in a special scheme with TfL to ensure they meet the environmental standards to enter the ULEZ zones, or else be deemed non-compliant by default.

EU driver fined £11,000 for failing London ULEZ rule Dennis Morton

Drivers risk £1k fine if they switch off UK government emergency alert Daniel Mcneil

Traffic police drones could be common place across the UK very soon - Credit: Adobe

Traffic police to roll out new cunning way to catch reckless motorists Ethan Evans

Scenes on the M6 near junction 30 (Credit: National Highways)

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Live traffic updates for Lancashire as Easter bank holiday weekend begins Sean Gleaves

Drivers are being warned to watch out for clip for cash insurance scams

Drivers being warned to watch out for clip for cash insurance scams Sam Johnson

The RAC is warning of traffic jams over Easter weekend

Motorway roadworks to avoid this Easter as RAC issues warning Sam Johnson

You should avoid doing these things on your phone while driving - or face a fine or points on your licence.

Things you should avoid doing on your phone while driving Chloe Clarke

Morrisons offering 5p off every litre of fuel with special deal

Morrisons offer 5p off every litre of fuel - how to claim Katie Clark

Electric vehicles are at the forefront of new driving laws and offences introduced in April 2023 - Credit: Adobe

All the new driving laws and offences introduced in April - full list Ethan Evans

Changes have been made to the driving test in a bid to tackle the long waiting times. (Photo by Richard Baker / In Pictures via Getty Images Images)

Huge change to driving tests as learners need to wait longer to rebook Rahmah Ghazali

Drivers are being warned by the DVLA to pay their car tax

DVLA £1,000 fine warning - how to renew car tax & when to do it Chelsie Sewell

Video grab as secret police video footage captures “selfish” drivers using their phones as they speed along major motorways.

Lorry driver barely touches steering wheel as he’s caught taking photo Sam Johnson

Say goodbye to pay and display parking machines in the UK - Credit: Adobe

Pay and display parking machines could be scrapped in major change Ethan Evans

Over 1,700 Just Eat jobs are at risk - Credit: Adobe

Just Eat to axe over 1,700 delivery worker jobs in the UK Ethan Evans

The latest expected works list shows that three closures already in place are expected to carry on this week

Road closures: four for Wigan drivers to avoid this week Andrew Dowdeswell

Dame Sarah Storey, Active Travel Commissioner for Greater Manchester

New road safety campaign urges drivers to look out for motorbikes and cyclists Alan Weston

Drivers are being warned by the DVLA to renew their licence

DVLA issues reminder to drivers over how to avoid £1,000 fine Chelsie Sewell

Drivers are being warned not to attempt a new TikTok craze of attempting to defrost a car windscreen with WD-40.

Drivers warned to avoid this TikTok hack to defrost car windscreen Sam Johnson

National Highways has issued a severe weather alert

National Highways issue severe weather alert in parts of the UK Sam Johnson

 Male learner drivers have been found to be the worst offenders on the road

Male learner drivers found worst offenders on the road Rahmah Ghazali

Make sure you vehicle is prepared for wintry conditions

Drivers warned as winter weather is forecast this week Jon Peake

Cost of living crisis means people can’t afford MOTs Daniel Mcneil

UK drivers warned of sudden change to licence plates and fuel prices from March 2023

Licence plates and fuel price changes to expect in March 2023 Will Millar

The DVLA has issued a warning to drivers and asked them not to share certain information on social media. (Photo by Peter Summers/Getty Images)

DVLA issues identity theft warning to drivers on social media Chelsie Sewell

The DVLA has issued a warning to drivers this weekend

DVLA issues urgent warning to drivers this weekend - what to know Chelsie Sewell

Police officers overtaking a heavily-laden car transporter were shocked to discover the driver was using just one elbow to control the huge vehicle as he travelled along a busy motorway.

National Highways to patrol major motorway in unmarked lorries Sophie Wills

National Highways has launched a new ‘blind spots’ safety campaign

National Highways issues advice on overtaking HGVs in safety campaign Sam Johnson

Three of the closures are expected to cause moderate delays

Road closures: five for Wigan drivers to avoid this week Joseph Hook

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