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Drivers face changes as 'mandatory' speed limiters are installed from July
Traffic & Travel
The intelligent speed assistance can automatically slow down a vehicle if a driver is exceeding the speed limit. The requirement comes into effect from July 6 with all new cars needing to have the mandatory safety feature installed.
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Car smells you should 'never ignore' from rotten eggs to burning
Motoring
Experts have looked at the seven most-Googled smells and explained what they mean
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DVSA gives 'important' reminder to drivers over little-known Highway Code rule
Motoring
The Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA) is reminding drivers of an "important" part of the Highway Code to keep in mind as the UK prepares for warmer weather
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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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The train line has been closed in the area
Devon dad and cricketer found dead at storage unit
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"My heart sunk" said Paul Winder after police moved in and arrested him for drug dealing
Exeter
Devon trains were cancelled after incident
The train line has been closed in the area
Two jailed after £27K coke exchange in Devon car park
Barnstaple
"My heart sunk" said Paul Winder after police moved in and arrested him for drug dealing
Devon dad and cricketer found dead at storage unit
Okehampton
Kitchen fitter, Gary Sizmur, 35, was a keen cricketer and rugby player who is 'sorely missed by all'
Devon couple says £45k Porsche is a 'lethal weapon'
Exeter
Porsche says they have offered the couple £10,500 to "allow them to step away from the vehicle"
Extreme violence thug jailed for Westward Ho horror attack at care property
Barnstaple
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Employment
Luxurious Devon hotel has now gone bust leaving whopping debts
Lewtrenchard Manor won awards for its food and accommodation but company running it is now in liquidation
Devon trains were cancelled after incident
Exeter
The train line has been closed in the area
Devon dad and cricketer found dead at storage unit
Okehampton
Kitchen fitter, Gary Sizmur, 35, was a keen cricketer and rugby player who is 'sorely missed by all'
Devon couple says £45k Porsche is a 'lethal weapon'
Exeter
Porsche says they have offered the couple £10,500 to "allow them to step away from the vehicle"
Two jailed after £27K coke exchange in Devon car park
Barnstaple
"My heart sunk" said Paul Winder after police moved in and arrested him for drug dealing
Marks & Spencer
M&S shoppers love £39.50 trousers that are 'very smart' and 'don't crease'
The Crepe Tab Detail Wide Leg Trousers from M&S have been designed in short/petite, regular and long lengthways
Exeter City retained list confirmed as new contracts offered
Exeter City FC
Seven players will leave City this summer - as contracts offered to five others
Devon trains were cancelled after incident
Exeter
The train line has been closed in the area
Exeter Chiefs set to miss out on top international centre target
Exeter Chiefs
Rob Baxter reported to have been handed a recruitment setback
'It was a really difficult decision to leave' - Exeter Chiefs prop to make United Rugby Championship switch
Exeter Chiefs
Danny Southworth becomes the second loosehead prop to depart Sandy Park at the end of the summer