Motoring

The DVLA advises people to renew on its official website as it is the quickest and cheapest method

DVLA driving licence warning for one million drivers risking £1,000 fine

Age UK are assuring motorists that they can report their relatives “in confidence” to the DVLA

Age UK are assuring motorists that they can report their relatives “in confidence” to the DVLA

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Drivers urged to report elderly relatives to DVLA 'in confidence'

Lloyd Motor Group has taken over Stratstone Tyneside BMW & MINI

Lloyd Motor Group has taken over Stratstone Tyneside BMW & MINI

Cumbrian company expands reach by acquiring dealership

Here is how to make a claim against the council for pothole damage to your car.

Here is how to make a claim against the council for pothole damage to your car.

How to claim compensation from the council for pothole damage to your car

GoCompare offers customers a £250 free excess refund reward when they purchase car insurance.

GoCompare offers customers a £250 free excess refund reward when they purchase car insurance.

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GoCompare car insurance rule is handing drivers back £250 each

The latest figures from the DVLA show that more than 3.6 million motorists currently have a photocard which has expired

The latest figures from the DVLA show that more than 3.6 million motorists currently have a photocard which has expired

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DVLA £1,000 warning to 3.6 million drivers who passed their test before 2015

Carlisle parking sign

Carlisle parking sign

Residents told to be 'vigilant' after local authority car parks targeted by scam

“We are very sorry to read of the incident

“We are very sorry to read of the incident

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Drivers issued warned about 'insanely costly' supermarket 'contaminated fuel'

Cumbria Police reveal speed camera van locations for October 3

Cumbria Police reveal speed camera van locations for October 3

Cumbria Police reveal speed camera van locations for October 3

The cameras are linked to UK police databases, so checks on tax and insurance can be made

The cameras are linked to UK police databases, so checks on tax and insurance can be made

Drivers warned of new 'Big Brother' style AI cameras that can spy inside cars

The DVLA has launched a new service update that allows motorists to tax their vehicle even if they have lost their V5C

The DVLA has launched a new service update that allows motorists to tax their vehicle even if they have lost their V5C

Warning you could be paying too much road tax as DVLA launches new service

Cumbria Police reveal speed camera van locations for September 23

Cumbria Police reveal speed camera van locations for September 23

Cumbria Police reveal speed camera van locations for September 23

This vehicle was taken by police

This vehicle was taken by police

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Police remind residents to report abandoned vehicles after van seized in West Cumbria

Wales introduced a 20 mph speed limit in built-up areas earlier this year

Wales introduced a 20 mph speed limit in built-up areas earlier this year

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Blanket 20 mph speed limit across the UK could lower car insurance premiums

Consumer watchdog Which? is warning drivers of a “very convincing” new scam which demands payments for unpaid parking fines.

Consumer watchdog Which? is warning drivers of a “very convincing” new scam which demands payments for unpaid parking fines.

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Drivers warned of a 'very convincing' new parking ticket scam

These are the common driving mistakes you should avoid on the school run

These are the common driving mistakes you should avoid on the school run

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Parents warned they could face £1,000 fines for common school run mistakes

The company has opened their first garage in England

The company has opened their first garage in England

Scottish company comes to Carlisle and creates jobs

Cumbria's Police, Fire, and Crime Commissioner met with campaigner Sharron Huddleston to show his support for her campaign for Graduated Driver Licences

Cumbria's Police, Fire, and Crime Commissioner met with campaigner Sharron Huddleston to show his support for her campaign for Graduated Driver Licences

Commissioner backs campaign to introduce Graduated Driver Licences

The Ford Fiesta and Fiat Punto are among the first cars disappearing from UK roads

The Ford Fiesta and Fiat Punto are among the first cars disappearing from UK roads

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Is your first car at risk of going extinct? The cars disappearing from UK roads

It is deemed an offence

It is deemed an offence

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Drivers could be fined £1000 for sharing speed trap warnings on Facebook

From left: David Trousdale (SP Training), Geof Armstrong (Wm Armstrong Group), Robin Brown (SP Training)

From left: David Trousdale (SP Training), Geof Armstrong (Wm Armstrong Group), Robin Brown (SP Training)

Cumbrian businesses offered chance to cut fuel bills and emissions

Winner: David Martin’s Morris Z van on Post Office telephones livery

Winner: David Martin’s Morris Z van on Post Office telephones livery

Clubs and societies

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Region's biggest car show hits top gear with 840 entries

Car brands like Rover and Ferrari were found to be the rarest in the UK

Car brands like Rover and Ferrari were found to be the rarest in the UK

See the rarest and most common car brands currently driven on UK roads

Cheapest petrol/diesel in Carlisle revealed as prices fall

Cheapest petrol/diesel in Carlisle revealed as prices fall

Cheapest petrol/diesel in Carlisle revealed as prices fall

Organised by the Wigton Motor Club (WMC), this year's event will feature French and German cars

Organised by the Wigton Motor Club (WMC), this year's event will feature French and German cars

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Region's largest classic car show to take place this weekend - with 850 cars entered

The minimum penalty for being caught speeding on the UK's roads is a £100 fine.

The minimum penalty for being caught speeding on the UK's roads is a £100 fine.

Drivers issued warning over commonly believed speed camera myth

Local government

Council's draft proposals on taxis could 'halve' number of taxis in region

Organised by Wigton Motor Club (WMC), this year's event has the theme of French and German cars

Organised by Wigton Motor Club (WMC), this year's event has the theme of French and German cars

Region's largest car show to feature more than 850 vehicles

The Aston Martin Formula One safety car will feature at the Netherby Hall Car Show

The Aston Martin Formula One safety car will feature at the Netherby Hall Car Show

Formula One safety car to star at Netherby Hall Car Show

People enjoying the Silloth Vintage Rally

People enjoying the Silloth Vintage Rally

Motor enthusiasts gather in number for Silloth Vintage Rally

Do you have a dropped kerb in front of your house?

Do you have a dropped kerb in front of your house?

Is it illegal to park on a dropped kerb outside your own house? Rules explained

One of the cars taking part

One of the cars taking part

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Three counties classic car run begins in Brampton

Have you been fined for speeding in a rental car?

Have you been fined for speeding in a rental car?

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What happens when you get a fine in a rental car? Experts explain what to expect

Failing to return an expired licence to the Driver and Vehicle Licensing Agency (DVLA) is an offence and can land you a £1,000 fine

Failing to return an expired licence to the Driver and Vehicle Licensing Agency (DVLA) is an offence and can land you a £1,000 fine

Millions of drivers who passed test before 2015 risking £1,000 fine, DVLA warns

Failing to renew your Blue Badge in time could lead to you facing a £1,000 fine for misusing the badge

Failing to renew your Blue Badge in time could lead to you facing a £1,000 fine for misusing the badge

Warning to blue badge holders who face £1,000 fine if they do not act

The expert at Independent Advisor Car Insurance, Connor Campbell, has explained that there is legally no maximum age limit for car insurance as long as you’re still fit and healthy enough to drive.

The expert at Independent Advisor Car Insurance, Connor Campbell, has explained that there is legally no maximum age limit for car insurance as long as you’re still fit and healthy enough to drive.

'Stark' warning to elderly drivers as car insurance soars by up to an extra £600

Any cars that are made in the UK and sold in Europe also need them.

Any cars that are made in the UK and sold in Europe also need them.

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New speed limit law that will 'change how we drive' to come in this weekend

Police undertaking the operation in Allonby

Police undertaking the operation in Allonby

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Police undertake speeding checks in Allonby

Drivers need to be mindful of items of clothing, including sunglasses, to operate the car safely, the Highway Code says

Drivers need to be mindful of items of clothing, including sunglasses, to operate the car safely, the Highway Code says

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Drivers warned they could face fines of up £2500 for wearing sunglasses

Monster Trucks will be putting on a display at Carlisle Racecourse

Monster Trucks will be putting on a display at Carlisle Racecourse

Carlisle Racecourse is revving up for an exciting weekend

Did you know about these Highway Code rules when it comes to parking on roads in the UK?

Did you know about these Highway Code rules when it comes to parking on roads in the UK?

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Can you be fined for parking on corners of the road? These are the rules

Are you thinking about buying a campervan and wondering where you can park it?

Are you thinking about buying a campervan and wondering where you can park it?

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Is it illegal to park a campervan on the street? The rules you need to know

The Swifts Bank car park will be closed from Saturday June 15 for two weeks

The Swifts Bank car park will be closed from Saturday June 15 for two weeks

Local government

City centre car parks to close from this weekend

'Fuel shortages' possible as drivers go on strike

'Fuel shortages' possible as drivers go on strike

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'Fuel shortages' possible as drivers go on strike

A litre of petrol at Asda cost an average of 2.1p more on average than rival supermarkets Tesco, Morrisons and Sainsbury’s

A litre of petrol at Asda cost an average of 2.1p more on average than rival supermarkets Tesco, Morrisons and Sainsbury’s

Asda named most expensive supermarket fuel retailer

Police, Fire and Crime Commissioner David Allen (right)

Police, Fire and Crime Commissioner David Allen (right)

Boating community warned alarms vital in preventing boat fires and explosions

The newly announced fuel rates for company cars cover electric, diesel, hybrid, petrol and LPG vehicles

The newly announced fuel rates for company cars cover electric, diesel, hybrid, petrol and LPG vehicles

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HMRC reveals major change for drivers from this weekend

The highest speed recorded by drivers accelerating after speed cameras in 30mph zones was 57mph

The highest speed recorded by drivers accelerating after speed cameras in 30mph zones was 57mph

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Warning to drivers as many caught speeding 100 metres after speed cameras

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LAKE DISTRICT: Cheapest places to park in Keswick over May Bank Holiday

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The cheapest places to get fuel in Carlisle ahead of bank holiday weekend

Marcus Nelson, Craig Lightfoot Andrew Briggs and Simon Rushforth

Marcus Nelson, Craig Lightfoot Andrew Briggs and Simon Rushforth

Cumbrians team up in epic Scottish road trip for Cancer Research

Vehicles in Whitehaven issued with parking notice after obstruction offences

Vehicles in Whitehaven issued with parking notice after obstruction offences

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Vehicles in Whitehaven issued with parking notice after obstruction offences

People on DWP Universal Credit, PIP, DLA and other benefits could be eligible for up to 40 hours of free driving lessons

People on DWP Universal Credit, PIP, DLA and other benefits could be eligible for up to 40 hours of free driving lessons

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Universal Credit & PIP claimants can claim free driving lessons - how to apply

Here is how to make a claim against the council for pothole damage to your car.

Here is how to make a claim against the council for pothole damage to your car.

How to claim compensation from the council for pothole damage to your car