Automotive
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Man, 32, dies after Bradford crash as police appeal for driver to come forward
A 32-year-old man has died in hospital after a crash involving an off-road motorbike and a vehicle in Bradford.
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New ICE guidance bans high-speed car chases and sets tighter rules for traffic stops, a memo shows
U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement officers have been ordered not to engage in high-speed car chases and to make vehicle stops only if they have completed specific training
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Man who died in serious crash involving off-road motorbike named locally
A man who died in a serious crash involving an off-road motorbike in Bradford has been named locally.
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Bishop Auckland man handed six-month driving ban after failing to identify driver
County Durham motorist William Milburn banned for six months and fined £660 after failing to identify a Ford driver over an alleged Spennymoor offence.
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2 Driverless Cars Crashed Going 155 mph. That Could Be a Good Thing
Only two of five vehicles finished the race around a notoriously difficult Formula 1 track, exposing what happens when autonomous systems meet blind corners, sensor failures, and physics.
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New driving licence changes start today. Here's what they could mean for you
Learners must now spend at least six months getting driving experience before they can take a practical test
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Car catches fire on busy Bradford road - emergency services comment
A car caught fire on a Bradford road yesterday, prompting a response from firefighters.
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Man dies after crash involving off-road motorbike on major Bradford road
A man has died in hospital more than a week after suffering serious injuries in a crash involving an off-road motorbike.
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Millions of drivers due share of £56m after legal battle – how to claim
Those affected can claim for more than one vehicle
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Drivers warned of road closures across North East town today for highway works
Drivers are being urged to plan ahead as a number of roads across Stockton are closed today for highway improvement works.
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Car ends up on its roof in North Yorkshire motorway crash
A car landed on its roof after a crash on the motorway last night (Wednesday). It happened on the northbound carriageway of the A1(M) atjunction 47, the Allerton Park Interchange. Fire crews from Knaresborough, Harrogate and Wetherby...
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Shildon man admits robbing woman of her car before driving it dangerously
Harry Edwards admitted robbing a woman of her car and driving it dangerously through Shildon, County Durham.
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York private hire driver took 81 fares in car without valid MOT certificate
A private hire driver plied his trade in York for nearly a fortnight in a vehicle without a valid MOT certificate, the city’s magistrates heard.
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York private hire driver took 81 fares in car without valid MOT certificate
A private hire driver plied his trade in York for nearly a fortnight in a vehicle without a valid MOT certificate, the city’s magistrates heard.
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Graduated Driver Licensing: Northern Ireland's young drivers first in UK to get new driving licensing laws
Northern Ireland becomes the first part of the UK to introduce new rules for new drivers in a bid to reduce fatal road crashes involving young people.
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Person rescued from hedge after car crash in coastal North Yorkshire
A person has been rescued after getting trapped inside their car after driving into a hedge.
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Emergency services called to crash involving two vehicles in North Yorkshire
Emergency services have been called to a two-vehicle crash in Harrogate.
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Man pleads guilty after Hartlepool crash left van driver with life-changing injuries
A 31-year-old pleaded guilty at Teesside Magistrates' Court following a crash in Hartlepool that left a van driver seriously injured.
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Road closure to be extended as gas works continue - here's why
An extended road closure is set to cause delays for drivers as gas works continue in Norton.
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38 vehicles including Porsche and BMW taken of streets in Bradford
A blitz on vehicle crime and fly-tipping led to 38 vehicles being seized.
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Car left on its side after overturning in late night crash on A167 near Darlington
A red Ford Fiesta was left lying on its side on a busy road near Darlington after a late-night crash.
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RECAP- County Durham road reopened after being closed in both directions following crash
Peth Bank in Lanchester is currently closed in both directions after a crash as drivers are urged to find alternative routes.
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Person rescued from hedge after car crash in coastal North Yorkshire
A person has been rescued after getting trapped inside their car after driving into a hedge.
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Road closure to be extended as gas works continue - here's why
An extended road closure is set to cause delays for drivers as gas works continue in Norton.
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Emergency services called to crash involving two vehicles in North Yorkshire
Emergency services have been called to a two-vehicle crash in Harrogate.
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Bradford drivers could face £1,000 fines if they don't alert DVLA of this one change
The rule applies to your driving licence, vehicle log book, vehicle tax, and private number plate documents.
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Road works near Beckwithshaw creating a 'dangerous side effect' claims motorist who paid out hundreds in repairs
A reader whose Land Rover was damaged is complaining that work meant to improve roads near a Harrogate village has instead created new potential dangers for motorists.
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Young man suffers serious neck injuries in Bradford crash - 3 arrested
A young man was rushed to hospital with serious neck injuries after a crash between a car and a motorbike.
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Lorry stuck under bridge leads to traffic and rail delays
A lorry became stuck under a railway bridge, causing travel disruption for road and rail users.
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Teen dies after crash between Range Rover and tractor in North Yorkshire
A teenager has died after a fatal crash involving a Range Rover and a tractor.
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County Durham man ordered to pay £200 after admitting damage to police vehicle
Jaydyn Raison admits damaging a Durham Constabulary vehicle and is ordered to pay £200 at Peterlee Magistrates’ Court.
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Drivers face 55-mile diversion when North York Moors road closes
Drivers face an almost 55-mile diversion when a major North Yorkshire road closes for essential maintenance next month.
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Drivers face 55-mile diversion when North York Moors road closes
Drivers face an almost 55-mile diversion when a major North Yorkshire road closes for essential maintenance next month.
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Stellantis to halt four French plants for several days over supply shortage
The Italian-French-American carmaker has been hit by surging demand for electric vehicles, particularly from business customers.
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No homemade bombs found in vans near RAF Fairford, say police
Officers discovered a ‘quantity of petrol’ in the vehicles
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Two rushed to hospital after three-car crash blocks road near Yarm in both directions
Two people were taken to hospital after a three-vehicle crash on Leven Bank Road, near Yarm, on September 28, just hours after another collision on…
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Out-of-order EV chargers finally set to be replaced in North Yorkshire
Out-of-order electric vehicle chargers across the former Hambleton district are finally set to be replaced as part of a £129,500 council programme.
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The 37 car brands which owe £56m compensation to UK drivers over 9-year period
UK motorists who bought a car between 2006 and 2015 from 37 brands may be owed part of £56m set aside for compensation
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Teenager killed after Range Rover crashes into tractor
A teenager has been killed after a Range Rover crashed into the back of a tractor on a country road near Selby.
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Two crashes in 24 hours underline ‘absolute nightmare’ fears over busy road near Yarm
A campaigner says two accidents in 24 hours at Leven Bank highlight the road dangers explained to a planning inspector just days earlier.
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Darlington driver banned after cocaine and cannabis-related drugs found in system
Darlington motorist Stacey Grundy, 36, of Grace Court, was banned from driving for 17 months after admitting drug driving offences involving…
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Teen dies after crash between Range Rover and tractor in North Yorkshire
A teenager has died after a fatal crash involving a Range Rover and a tractor.
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Driver fled after overtaking three cars at speed and causing head-on A68 crash
Ismail Hussain received a suspended 22-month sentence after dangerous driving caused an A68 head-on crash near Bishop Auckland, injuring a driver in…
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Diesel prices hit record high at 199.18p per litre as drivers warned
Motorists are being urged to shop around for fuel as diesel prices reach record highs
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Masked-up thug robbed man of his car and drove off before it was found crashed on A19
A second man has been jailed over the taking of a car from a foreign man who was lost on a County Durham road.
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Haulage company applies to add vehicles at County Durham site - public notice
Sunderland haulage firm Cargonest Transport Ltd has applied to add four goods vehicles and four trailers at its Wheatley Hill site, with objections…
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Yorkshire residents who own Nissan and Toyota vehicles given warning by police
Owners of Nissan Navara and Toyota Hilux vehicles in Yorkshire have been told to take additional precautions following ongoing concerns around organised vehicle theft of these models of car.
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A Ferrari will race an F-35B fighter on an aircraft runway
A Ferrari driver is risking 140kg of pressure on his chest just to beat an F-35B off the line
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Historic bridge repairs to cost £40,000 as council considers raising arch by 250mm
Middleham Bridge repairs after an HGV crash will cost £40,000. North Yorkshire Council may raise the historic arch by 250mm and ban vehicles over…
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Historic bridge repairs to cost £40,000 as council considers raising arch by 250mm
Middleham Bridge repairs after an HGV crash will cost £40,000. North Yorkshire Council may raise the historic arch by 250mm and ban vehicles over…