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  1. Motorists slam eyesight rules impacting millions as new driving licence rules punish over-70s

    Britons have slammed proposals to introduce compulsory eyesight tests for drivers aged 70 and over, warning the move…
    #NewsBeep #News #Business #Cars #Drivinglaws #Drivinglicences #GB #Lifestyle #SGG #UK #UnitedKingdom
    newsbeep.com/uk/694185/

  2. British drivers could face £1,000 fine if they own a petrol or diesel car under new plans

    Motorists could face new £1,000 fines as Labour consults on new emissions rules designed to crack down on…
    #NewsBeep #News #Business #Cars #Diesel #Drivinglaws #GB #Lifestyle #Petrol #UK #UnitedKingdom
    newsbeep.com/uk/676988/

  3. Labour urged to stop ‘punishing’ millions as EV charging tax and high prices send mixed messages

    Labour has come under fire for “punishing people who haven’t got off-street parking” by charging four times more…
    #NewsBeep #News #Business #AcrosstheUK #Cars #Drivinglaws #electricvehicles #GB #LabourParty #Lifestyle #Petrol #Politics #Roads #UK #ukpolitics #UnitedKingdom
    newsbeep.com/uk/676635/

  4. London council begins seizing electric bikes causing ‘significant obstruction’ on streets

    A London council have launched new measures to begin seizing dockless electric bikes that block pavements and cause…
    #London #UnitedKingdom #UK #GB #England #Headlines #News #Europe #EU #AcrosstheUK #Britain #Cars #Drivinglaws #ElectricBikes #GreatBritain #Lifestyle #london #Roads
    europesays.com/uk/1063724/

  5. London council begins seizing electric bikes causing ‘significant obstruction’ on streets

    A London council have launched new measures to begin seizing dockless electric bikes that block pavements and cause…
    #EuropeSays #Britain #Europe #EU #London #AcrosstheUK #Cars #Drivinglaws #Electricbikes #lifestyle #News #Roads
    europesays.com/britain/75015/

  6. London council forced to pay £500,000 in Ulez charges for non-compliant diesel vehicles

    A London council has admitted that it spent almost half a million pounds on charges from the Ulez…
    #London #UnitedKingdom #UK #GB #England #Headlines #News #Europe #EU #AcrosstheUK #Britain #Cars #Drivinglaws #GreatBritain #Lifestyle #london #ULEZ
    europesays.com/uk/1031058/

  7. Driving rules could see new cameras installed in every car from July targeting key safety concerns

    Drivers have been warned about new safety rules coming this summer, which could affect every new car sold…
    #NewsBeep #News #Business #Cars #Drivinglaws #GB #Lifestyle #Roads #UK #UnitedKingdom
    newsbeep.com/uk/574916/

  8. Sadiq Khan could be stung by his own SUV crackdown as Mayor rejects ‘anti-motorist’ attack

    Sir Sadiq Khan has admitted that he could be directly impacted by his own plans to impose fresh…
    #NewsBeep #News #Business #AcrosstheUK #cartax #Cars #Drivinglaws #GB #Lifestyle #London #Parking #Politics #Roads #SadiqKhan #UK #ukpolitics #UnitedKingdom
    newsbeep.com/uk/479833/

  9. Cyclists could be required to wear hi-vis clothing amid calls to change Highway Code rules

    Experts have suggested that cyclists should wear high-visibility clothing on the road to improve safety for all road…
    #NewsBeep #News #Cycling #Cars #Drivinglaws #HighwayCode #Ireland #Lifestyle #Sports #UK #UnitedKingdom #Worldnews
    newsbeep.com/uk/436666/

  10. Cyclists could be required to wear hi-vis clothing amid calls to change Highway Code rules

    Experts have suggested that cyclists should wear high-visibility clothing on the road to improve safety for all road…
    #NewsBeep #News #Cycling #AU #Australia #cars #Drivinglaws #HighwayCode #Ireland #Lifestyle #sports #worldnews
    newsbeep.com/au/492452/

  11. Motorists told of stricter motoring rules set to take effect in 2026

    Motoring experts at LeaseLoco.com have outlined seven changes that could affect drivers across the UK next year. 

    Significant new regulations aimed at improving road safety and reducing accidents are set to be rolled out, with proposed changes to drink-driving limits among the most notable. 

    The government is hoping to reduce the drink-driving limit in England and Wales to 22 micrograms of alcohol per 100 millilitres of breath, aligning it with the stricter limit that’s currently in place in Scotland. 

    Drug driving is also set to see a clampdown, allowing police to use roadside saliva tests as sufficient evidence for prosecution, instead of waiting for blood tests. 

    A major change potentially affecting elderly drivers is the introduction of mandatory eyesight tests for drivers over 70 years old. This would replace the current system, which relies on older drivers reporting their medical conditions themselves. 

    Seatbelt laws are also expected to be toughened, with drivers facing penalty points as well as fines for not wearing one, and passengers potentially receiving points on their own licence too.

    With fuel duty tax and London Congestion Charges increasing, drivers are also likely to see motoring become more expensive in the year ahead. 

    In addition, updates to the driving test booking system are expected, designed to reduce waiting times and cut down on fraudulent test bookings.

    John Wilmot, CEO and founder of car leasing deals comparison site LeaseLoco said:

    “We’re set to see a big shake-up to motoring rules next year, and it’s important that drivers understand how these changes are going to affect them. 

    “Many of the proposals aim to improve road safety, with the stricter drink-drive limit and tougher drug-driving enforcement highlighting a clear push to crack down on dangerous driving. 

    “Mandatory eyesight tests for older drivers and stricter seatbelt rules are also significant changes designed to make the roads safer for everyone. 

    “At the same time, drivers should be prepared for rising costs, with expected increases to fuel duty and changes to congestion charges likely to add to the overall expense of driving in 2026.”

    Here are seven motoring changes set to be introduced in 2026:

    1. Reduced drink-driving limits

    The Government is planning to reduce the drink-driving limit from the current 35 micrograms of alcohol per 100ml of breath to 22 micrograms, which matches the stricter limit that’s already in place in Scotland. 

    1. Roadside tests for drug driving

    Proposed new regulations will enable police to use saliva-based roadside tests as sufficient evidence for the prosecution of drug driving offences. This would significantly speed up the prosecution process, as currently, a positive roadside result requires a follow-up blood test. 

    1. Mandatory eyesight tests

    Drivers aged 70 and above may soon be required to undergo mandatory eyesight tests every three years when they renew their licence, as the current system relies on motorists to self-report any problems with their vision. The new regulations aim to ensure all drivers meet the vision requirements needed for safe driving.

    1. Stricter seatbelt rules

    Currently, not wearing a seatbelt can result in a fine of up to £500. The updated rules would add three penalty points to your licence for the same offence, and passengers who don’t wear a seatbelt could receive penalty points too.

    1. London Congestion Charge changes

    From 2nd January 2026, the daily Congestion Charge in London is going to increase from £15 to £18. Electric car owners will also lose their 100% exemption from the Congestion Charge, but can still apply for a 25% discount. 

    1. Fuel duty increasing

    Although the Autumn Budget stated that fuel duty remains frozen until September 2026, it is then set to be increased in a staggered approach, for the first time in 16 years. This means drivers could face noticeably higher expenses at the pumps from late 2026 onwards.

    1. Driving test booking changes 

    In spring 2026, the DVSA will introduce changes to its driving test booking system. The new changes will allow only learners to book their own tests, which aims to stop bots and third-party sellers from grabbing available test slots and reselling them at inflated prices. 

    #drivingLaws #LeaseLoco
  12. South Carolina launches comprehensive hands-free driving law, banning mobile device use while driving. 180-day warning period begins September 1, 2025. Stay safe, stay focused. #RoadSafety #DrivingLaws

  13. South Carolina launches comprehensive hands-free driving law, banning mobile device use while driving. 180-day warning period begins September 1, 2025. Stay safe, stay focused. #RoadSafety #DrivingLaws

  14. Many California drivers don’t know CA laws—e.g., that since 1 Jan 2023, drivers of all motor vehicles are to change lanes when passing someone on a bicycle whenever feasible, just as they would if passing a car.

    We often wish CA DMV Handbook, etc. stressed bike-friendly driving, share-the-road rights of people who bike, etc. (Likewise for #CHP’s #StartSmart and other state driver’s ed efforts!)

    If you share that wish—or are simply a California driver—take this SURVEY:

    streetsareforeveryone.org/safe

    Why? Streets Are For Everyone (SAFE) is doing a research project about #California drivers’ knowledge of #driving laws. SAFE's goal is to have data on what laws #drivers retain after taking their CA #DMV driving test and what newer laws they're aware of. SAFE states that “once the survey is completed with sufficient responses, it will be used to propose legislation about how CA DMV should provide #ContinuingEducation for new and existing #driving laws.”

    #SafeRoads
    #StreetsAreForEveryone
    #DrivingLaws

    #BikeTooter

  15. Many California drivers don’t know CA laws—e.g., that since 1 Jan 2023, drivers of all motor vehicles are to change lanes when passing someone on a bicycle whenever feasible, just as they would if passing a car.

    We often wish CA DMV Handbook, etc. stressed bike-friendly driving, share-the-road rights of people who bike, etc. (Likewise for #CHP’s #StartSmart and other state driver’s ed efforts!)

    If you share that wish—or are simply a California driver—take this SURVEY:

    streetsareforeveryone.org/safe

    Why? Streets Are For Everyone (SAFE) is doing a research project about #California drivers’ knowledge of #driving laws. SAFE's goal is to have data on what laws #drivers retain after taking their CA #DMV driving test and what newer laws they're aware of. SAFE states that “once the survey is completed with sufficient responses, it will be used to propose legislation about how CA DMV should provide #ContinuingEducation for new and existing #driving laws.”

    #SafeRoads
    #StreetsAreForEveryone
    #DrivingLaws

    #BikeTooter

  16. Many California drivers don’t know CA laws—e.g., that since 1 Jan 2023, drivers of all motor vehicles are to change lanes when passing someone on a bicycle whenever feasible, just as they would if passing a car.

    We often wish CA DMV Handbook, etc. stressed bike-friendly driving, share-the-road rights of people who bike, etc. (Likewise for #CHP’s #StartSmart and other state driver’s ed efforts!)

    If you share that wish—or are simply a California driver—take this SURVEY:

    streetsareforeveryone.org/safe

    Why? Streets Are For Everyone (SAFE) is doing a research project about #California drivers’ knowledge of #driving laws. SAFE's goal is to have data on what laws #drivers retain after taking their CA #DMV driving test and what newer laws they're aware of. SAFE states that “once the survey is completed with sufficient responses, it will be used to propose legislation about how CA DMV should provide #ContinuingEducation for new and existing #driving laws.”

    #SafeRoads
    #StreetsAreForEveryone
    #DrivingLaws

    #BikeTooter

  17. Many California drivers don’t know CA laws—e.g., that since 1 Jan 2023, drivers of all motor vehicles are to change lanes when passing someone on a bicycle whenever feasible, just as they would if passing a car.

    We often wish CA DMV Handbook, etc. stressed bike-friendly driving, share-the-road rights of people who bike, etc. (Likewise for #CHP’s #StartSmart and other state driver’s ed efforts!)

    If you share that wish—or are simply a California driver—take this SURVEY:

    streetsareforeveryone.org/safe

    Why? Streets Are For Everyone (SAFE) is doing a research project about #California drivers’ knowledge of #driving laws. SAFE's goal is to have data on what laws #drivers retain after taking their CA #DMV driving test and what newer laws they're aware of. SAFE states that “once the survey is completed with sufficient responses, it will be used to propose legislation about how CA DMV should provide #ContinuingEducation for new and existing #driving laws.”

    #SafeRoads
    #StreetsAreForEveryone
    #DrivingLaws

    #BikeTooter