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One of Devon's most dangerous roads to close
Traffic & Travel
Major work is being carried out
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DVLA issues eight-day warning to drivers ahead of April rule change
Royal Mail
The DVLA has issued a warning to drivers ahead of a rule change that will come into effect in April. Motorists have been told to "plan accordingly" ahead of the change
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Drivers could be forced to 'ditch' cars which have touchscreens
Google
Nine out of 10 UK drivers prefer having physical buttons and switches than touchscreen controls in their cars, according to new research
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National Highways makes motorists plea over 'entirely preventable problem', saying it 'risks lives'
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It can often be seen as a minor issue, but it endangers lives and causes congestion and delays
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Third of drivers don't know CAZ rules with changes coming soon
Motoring
One in five drivers are not sure if their car is CAZ-compliant
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Department for Transport update on 9 new road laws and rules including speed limit changes and fines
Motoring
DFT planning extensive changes including fining people for having noisy exhausts, restricting bus lane fines and cracking down on councils taking too much cash for road infringements
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Honda CRV review: Piling on the practicality in a bigger, better version of the classic formula
Motoring
Motoring Editor Gareth Butterfield's family members are long-term CR-V fans - can the new version match up to the familiar favourites?
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Range Rover Sport review 2024: Why I think this might be peak Range Rover
Motoring
Motoring editor Gareth Butterfield falls for the charms of the latest version of the Range Rover Sport
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Honda Civic Type R review: I go off in search of the perfect road trip - in the perfect car
Motoring
Motoring editor Gareth Butterfield heads off to stunning Snowdonia in search of the UK's best driving road
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MG4 EV X Power review: Straight-line silliness from one of the best EVs on the market
Motoring
Motoring editor Gareth Butterfield spends a week in MG's bonkers hatchback - but is more power really such a good thing?
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Drivers could receive 'thousands' in compensation amid Martin Lewis warning
Your Money
Motorists who purchased a car before 2021 may be entitled to thousands in compensation
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Honda ZR-V review: A practical performer, but pretty pricey
Motoring
Motoring editor Gareth Butterfield spends a week in Honda's latest mid-sized SUV
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I test an electric car that doesn't have to be plugged in
Motoring
Motoring editor Gareth Butterfield has spent a week in Nissan's clever new Qashqai e-Power
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What the law says about leaving your car unattended to de-ice after Devon vehicles stolen
Weather
Police issued a warning after four cars were stolen in Devon in one way after they were left unattended to be de-iced
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Vauxhall Mokka Electric review: A world apart from its uninspiring predecessor
Motoring
Motoring editor Gareth Butterfield tests the stylish new all-electric Vauxhall Mokka
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People 'minds blown' after finding out what the little button on your seatbelt is for
Motoring
A TikTok user has shown viewers why the button is there and what it is used for
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Live as major crash and spillage close road in Newton Abbot
Traffic & Travel
The A381 Wolborough Street, in Newton Abbot, is closed following a crash involving several vehicles this evening
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Everyday items from alcohol to vinegar that will quickly defrost your windscreen
Motoring
As the cold weather is set to hit once more a motoring expert suggests some tips that will save the morning windscreen scraping sessions
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Kia EV6 GT review: Supercar speed for a performance car price
Motoring
Motoring editor Gareth Butterfield spends tests Kia's most powerful car to date - the 577bhp EV6 GT
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Honda HR-V review: A comfy crossover with plenty of panache
Motoring
Mirror Motoring's Gareth Butterfield spends a week in Honda's stylish small SUV
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Honda Civic eHEV review: Why don't all hybrid cars work as well as this?
Motoring
Gareth Butterfield spends a week in the new version of Honda's long-running Civic and finds there's much to like
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Recap: Devon traffic chaos as heavy rain and flooding force road closures
Traffic & Travel
Floodwater has forced the closure of a number of roads across Devon and drivers are having to seek diversions
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I try living with a brand new car I could drive away for just £166 per month
Motoring
Gareth Butterfield spends a week in the Dacia Sandero, one of the cheapest cars on sale in the UK, to see if it's cheap and cheerful, or cheap and nasty
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Nominate Devon's best driving instructor
Traffic & Travel
For some it takes just a few hours, for others it's months of lessons before passing their driving test
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Shatter The SilenceDevon dad's heartbreaking text to wife before walking into sea Ben Weir was described as a 'kind, gentle and caring man'
Neighbours 'in a panic' as Travellers arrive in Devon
Cullompton
The council said the legal route to disperse the travellers was under way
Live: Huge fire breaks out at South West Evri warehouse
In the News
Firefighters are tackling a huge blaze at an Evri distribution centre that serves much of the South West.
Devon online pet food suppliers found to be illegal
Pets
Test purchases by Trading Standards uncovered six home-based pet food suppliers that were not legally compliant with strict rules
Serious crash closes A380 through Devon
Newton Abbot
One eyewitness has urged drivers to avoid the area after a crash near Eagle Farm in Newton Abbot
GardeningProperty expert says popular garden product could knock £2K off house valueAn expert says it can put buyers off and they may have to fork out significantly to get it removed
Travellers apologise to Devon residents but say 'we're treated like dogs'
Cullompton
A group has moved on from two Devon sports centre sites
Family subjected to shocking racism in Devon town
Ilfracombe
A brave woman’s video revealed the harsh reality of racism in Ilfracombe, sparking urgent calls for education and tolerance in the community
Torquay brothers deny stabbing man to death in street
Courts
Jack and Ben Milton have given evidence as they deny killing Aaron Parrington in Torquay
Devon mum's ordeal as opportunist takes over her bin
Tiverton
Tiverton locals are grappling with waste issues with one family now living near a 'fire and health risk' as a result
Shatter The SilenceDevon dad's heartbreaking text to wife before walking into sea Ben Weir was described as a 'kind, gentle and caring man'
Neighbours 'in a panic' as Travellers arrive in Devon
Cullompton
The council said the legal route to disperse the travellers was under way
Devon online pet food suppliers found to be illegal
Pets
Test purchases by Trading Standards uncovered six home-based pet food suppliers that were not legally compliant with strict rules
Live: Huge fire breaks out at South West Evri warehouse
In the News
Firefighters are tackling a huge blaze at an Evri distribution centre that serves much of the South West.
Taunton Town 1 Torquay United 2 - Gulls are safe from relegation
Torquay United FC
National League South survival secured after Torquay's 2-1 win at Taunton
Exeter City FCAlex Hartridge on why he has chosen to leave Exeter City“Thank you so much for everything. It’s an amazing club and it’s going in the right direction, I think that’s clear to see."
Property expert says popular garden product could knock £2K off house value
Gardening
An expert says it can put buyers off and they may have to fork out significantly to get it removed
Travellers apologise to Devon residents but say 'we're treated like dogs'
Cullompton
A group has moved on from two Devon sports centre sites
Family subjected to shocking racism in Devon town
Ilfracombe
A brave woman’s video revealed the harsh reality of racism in Ilfracombe, sparking urgent calls for education and tolerance in the community
Torquay brothers deny stabbing man to death in street
Courts
Jack and Ben Milton have given evidence as they deny killing Aaron Parrington in Torquay