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DVSA text message trial to prepare learner drivers for taking their test December 20, 2018
Bob Hannigan, Head of National Standards and Accreditation explains why we're sending trial text messages to learner drivers, and what they will look like.
Bob Hannigan
6 months of learner drivers on motorways December 6, 2018
This week marks 6 months since learner drivers were allowed to take driving lessons on the motorway. Finbar King tells us a bit about his experience of being one of the first learners on the motorway.
Despatch blog
One instructor's opinion of the new DVSA enhanced rider scheme October 22, 2018
Laura Smith, qualified compulsory basic training (CBT) and direct access scheme (DAS) trainer, answers some of our questions about the DVSA enhanced rider scheme.
Laura Smith

Jeremy Clarkson

Classic car electric conversions: is it sacrilege or future-proofing? February 22, 2019
THE CAR industry is making massive strides towards electrification, with increasing numbers of plug-in models arriving in showrooms. But some eco-minded engineers are taking things further: stripping combustion engines out of classic cars and replacing them with pure-electric innards. Classic car traditionalists will be incandescent with rage at the very idea. To them, it’s akin […]
James Allen
The 24 most ridiculous car names ever February 21, 2019
CAR names can mean different things in different countries. Take the example of the Toyota MR2: in France it was hurriedly rebadged as the “MR” — pronounced “em-air” — because the local sales guys pointed out that not many people would want to drive an “em-air-deux” (as close to “merde” as makes no difference). Japan […]
Beya Kabelu
Tesla cars now have Dog Mode and HAL-inspired Sentry Mode (updated) February 21, 2019
DOG owners and sci-fi fans now have more reasons to look to Tesla when it comes to buying their next car, as the latest over-the-air software updates include a mode to keep dogs cool when parked, and a Sentry Mode inspired by the film 2001: A Space Odyssey. Dog Mode keeps the air conditioning running […]
James Allen
The Richard Porter Review: 2019 Volkswagen Touareg February 21, 2019
JEREMY Clarkson was supposed to review this car for The Sunday Times a few weeks ago but he “literally couldn’t be bothered”, so here’s the supply teacher to have a crack. Please don’t stick a rude sign on my back while I’m writing on the blackboard. Jeremy’s real reason for not covering the Volkswagen Touareg […]
James Allen
More than 40% of motorists believe older drivers should be banned February 20, 2019
IT WOULD appear that Prince Philip’s car crash in January this year has done nothing for the reputation of older drivers: a new poll has shown around two-fifths (40.5%) of people would support a law calling for motorists to surrender their driving licence when they reach an “upper age limit”. However, a considerably higher proportion of […]
James Allen

The Drive

Five British custom car builders that you’ve probably never heard of July 13, 2018
The British automotive industry was once thriving, with globally recognised manufacturers like Aston Martin, Bentley and Jaguar leading the way in engineering innovations. However, whilst these brands remain British by design, they ceased to...
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4 Things to consider before leasing your first car June 21, 2018
Thinking about leasing a new car? Knowing what you are getting into financially is an important part of leasing a vehicle and so here are some top tips taken from CarLease UK who suggest...
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Top 10 Prestige Cars to Rent May 12, 2018
For many people, renting a vehicle is a matter of convenience, whether it’s exploring a foreign country, moving house, test driving a car to get a feel of it before you buy it, or...
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Why a Hatchback is the Perfect Choice for New Drivers December 21, 2017
For some young people, learning to drive is less about the practicalities of being free to use the roads as it is a matter of style and status. All they dream about is passing their...
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Preparing Your Car for Winter November 24, 2017
Modern cars are far more reliable than they used to be, but they are not immune from things going wrong, especially if essential checks are neglected. As the nights draw in and the temperature...
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