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• How eco friendly are electric cars?

  - 24.04.13

  Nissan has begun production of the first UK built electric car, called the Leaf. The company believes that the time has now come for a battery operated car.

• Volvo unveils world's first cyclist detection system

  - 18.04.13

  Volvo has launched a unique world-first safety gadget called the Cyclist Detection system – which lays claim to being both innovative and potentially lifesaving.

• The laser powered bike lane that could save the lives of cyclists

  - 17.04.13

  Cyclists could be safer on the roads using a new, innovative electronic laser device that creates your own bike lane.

• Sign error may see drivers let off motoring convictions

  - 16.04.13

  Thousands of motorists could have their motorway speeding convictions overturned because the font used on some speed limit signs may not have compiled with traffic regulations.

• Car manufacturers 'manipulating emissions tests'

  - 12.04.13

  Car manufacturers are using special techniques to reduce fuel consumption and CO2 emissions during official EU testing for all new vehicles sold, a new report has claimed.

• Health Minister suggests a new car smoking law

  - 05.04.13

  According to Anna Soubry MP, Health Minister, smoking should be banned in cars that are carrying children.

• Young drivers could save 20% on insurance premiums

  - 04.04.13

  Young drivers could save up to £370 a year on their car insurance if the government introduces new safety standards, according to the Association of British Insurers.

• The most dangerous thing you can do while driving is turn right while talking...

  - 03.04.13

  According to Nick McDermott, driving in a straight line requires minimal brain power, while turning – especially into traffic is more demanding.

• Car insurers may increase premiums for speed awareness courses

  - 02.04.13

  Drivers who attend speed awareness courses instead of taking a fine & points on their licence may see their insurance premiums increase.

• Pay as you drive: '£150 a year extra' to drive on popular UK roads

  - 02.04.13

  Millions of motorists are currently facing difficulty with their cash flow with increases in fuel prices, road tax & other motoring related taxes.