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Brand new Mercedes gets stuck on notorious beach and spends two days in the sea
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The latest car that fell victim to Traeth y Greigddu was a brand new Mercedes-Benz coupe hire car that was left partly submerged as its owners waited for a low tide to see if anything could be salvaged
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Children 82 per cent more likely to die if hit by one type of car
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For adult pedestrians and cyclists there is a 44 per cent greater chance of death
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Biker picks 'worst time' to pull wheelie in front of unmarked police car
Latest Wales News
The rider was on a section 59 warning and the second incident saw the bike seized and an off-road bike also set for destruction
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Drivers told to put one word on car insurance form to save 25% on premiums
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A YouTuber has shared a golden tip for drivers looking to slash their car insurance premiums, with the trick said to save motorists up to 25% on their annual premium
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One car habit could be damaging your health and here's what to do about it
Traffic and Travel
Motoring experts say many drivers are unknowingly harming their health whilst driving
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Record 14.5million parking tickets to be handed out this year
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Private parking companies are fining 41,000 drivers every day
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Keeping one vegetable in your car could be key to preventing condensation
Life hacks
Condensation can be a nightmare to rid from your car windows, but a simple solution could make your life a whole lot easier – and it only costs 24p so it's a very affordable hack
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DVLA letters to arrive at thousands of homes within days demanding new payment
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It follows major rule changes brought in by the Government which will see thousands of motorists have to pay a charge for the first time.
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Mechanics warn over serious danger, and cost, of DIY car repairs
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Drivers are putting themselves and others at risk in a bid to save money
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DVLA revokes 140,000 UK driving licences in huge crackdown
DVLA
And one Welsh resort has the highest proportion of banned drivers
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£200k of brand new electric vehicles abandoned on street for months leaving locals baffled
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The dumped cars, which are all Fisker Ocean models, would normally retail for between £30,000 and £43,000, but have been parked up since the car manufacturer went bust in October, 2024
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The three routes to avoid this Easter as Traffic Wales warns 'plan ahead'
Traffic and Travel
Drivers have been told to allow extra travel time for their journeys over Easter weekend
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Three things that motorists with a smartwatch must do to avoid £1,000 fine
Traffic and Travel
it could land you with a fine of up to £1,000 and up to six penalty points added you your licence, experts warn
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Motorists warned of Easter mistake that could cost them £2,500
Traffic and Travel
Punishments can include three penalty points or a fine of up to £2,500
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Motorists warned wearing flip-flops while driving could cost them £5,000
Traffic and Travel
According to section 97 of the Highway Code drivers must ensure their footwear does not hinder their ability to operate vehicle controls safely and effectively
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RAC warns drivers face £600 bills for these common and expensive issues
Traffic and Travel
The breakdown specialist issued 'a very clear message' to drivers facing hefty unexpected bills - and explaining how they might avoid some of them
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The Welsh driving centres with the longest and shortest waits for tests
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Five test centres had waits recorded of 24 weeks, which is the maximum wait
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What new 2030 petrol and diesel car ban means for drivers according to the AA
Motors
The ban on the sale of new petrol and diesel cars will be brought forward to 2030, Keir Starmer confirmed today. But what does this mean for motorists?
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Experts warns motorists stop driving immediately if you spot this exhaust issue
Traffic and Travel
Drivers could be at risk of serious engine damage
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DVLA road tax charges now in force - see if you're affected by the changes
Car tax
The DVLA has this month rolled out a series of changes to car tax in the UK. Here's a full list of the alterations, including the new standard road tax rate
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Police issue important Highway Code reminder on issue that frustrates motorway drivers
Traffic and Travel
Laws introduced in 2013 give police officers the power to hand out on-the-spot fines of £100 and three penalty points
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Car finance mis-selling scandal - how to find out if you're owed £1,000s
Your Money
The car finance mis-selling scandal has seen many drivers left out of pocket - and could land lenders with big compensation bills after a UK Supreme Court judgement later this year
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Two important things every driver should do next time they get behind the wheel
Traffic and Travel
The sedentary nature of driving, combined with the stress and strain of the road, can lead to serious long-term health problems - but do these two things and it could be the difference
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New AI speed cameras will be looking at more than just how fast you're driving
Traffic and Travel
Within just a few weeks, these trial artificial intelligence cameras caught 590 drivers without seatbelts and 40 using their phones at the wheel
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