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I've been waiting 10 weeks now for my replacement driving licence as I'm now 70. How will foreign car hire firms react to non-production of up to date docs? What are the DVLA up to? Even at 8.00am you...
My driving licence is with the DVLA in order to be renewed, however I need to go abroad shortly and wondered if there is any way I can hire a car?
I understand a new French Law requires Winter Tyres after 1 November 2021. Does this requirement include all-season tyres?
I am trying to get my 2017 Volvo XC90 through the German Tüv (MoT). I am spending most of my time in Germany and wish to register my car in the country. However, given my Volvo is a modern vehicle with...
I have a 2020 MINI. The number plate has the EU flag on it, which must be illegal when travelling in Europe. Do I need to change the plate and get one with a GB flag on it?
I have a new car (June 2021) and it has the Union Flag and GB on the number plates. I am driving to Germany in September and understand that the GB and Union flag showing will not be allowed. I don't want...
I received six tickets from Italian police in 2017. I responded to the original tickets at the time with an explanation, giving the driver details. I heard nothing back from them until April 2020. The...
I'm going to the U.S. for a couple of weeks and a relative has said I can use their car while I'm there. How do I make sure I'm fully insured while using it? Can I drive on their insurance or will my own...
I am going to be hiring a car in Switzerland in September for a week. I've never driven abroad, I do have 30 years of UK experience. Do I need a driving permit and I read somewhere about a pass for motorways?...
I am interested in buying a small camper (Transit size). I am concerned about new diesel regulations but I want to be able to tour Europe. What base model would you advise? Can you get small vans run on...