Motoring

Failing to return an expired licence to the DVLA is an offence under the Road Traffic Act 1988 and can be punished with a £1,000 fine

DVLA £1,000 fine warning as drivers aged over 70 risk losing their licence

“We are very sorry to read of the incident

“We are very sorry to read of the incident

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

Track or Treat spooky October Half Term fun at Haynes Motor Museum landscape.

Track or Treat spooky October Half Term fun at Haynes Motor Museum landscape.

Gear up for a spooky October half-term adventure at Haynes Motor Museum

The new DVLA registration numbers are set to be popular with motorists, with fixed prices starting from just £250

The new DVLA registration numbers are set to be popular with motorists, with fixed prices starting from just £250

DVLA releases brand new number plates while drivers warned of £1,000 fines

The DVLA have warned not following the rules could result in a failed MOT and a £1,000 fine

The DVLA have warned not following the rules could result in a failed MOT and a £1,000 fine

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DVLA issues number plate fine warning ahead of change next week

It is deemed an offence

It is deemed an offence

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

Classic car workshop launch new website and social media

Classic car workshop launch new website and social media

Classic car workshop launch new website and social media

The minimum penalty for speeding is a £100 fine and three penalty points added to your licence.

The minimum penalty for speeding is a £100 fine and three penalty points added to your licence.

Do police cars have speed cameras? Motoring expert reveals the answer

The British Metals Recycling Association issued a warning

The British Metals Recycling Association issued a warning

Drivers who've sold car for over £250 could receive £1,000 fine from DVLA

Motorists can be banned from driving if they accumulate 12 points or more on their licence

Motorists can be banned from driving if they accumulate 12 points or more on their licence

New DVLA data reveals banned driver hotspots in the UK

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

DWP PIP & Universal Credit claimants eligible for free driving lessons

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 if your car is damaged by a pothole in the UK

People planning Christmas getaways may face continued disruption

People planning Christmas getaways may face continued disruption

RAC issues travel warning as Christmas chaos expected on road and rail

According to the Highway Code drivers may use front or rear fog lights but must switch them off when visibility improves

According to the Highway Code drivers may use front or rear fog lights but must switch them off when visibility improves

Drivers risk £50 fine for common winter mistake, expert warns

If you are caught driving with an expired or invalid MOT certificate, you could be fined up to £1,000

If you are caught driving with an expired or invalid MOT certificate, you could be fined up to £1,000

More than 15 million drivers issued MOT warning

The latest figures show average petrol prices in the UK are 155.3p per litre.

The latest figures show average petrol prices in the UK are 155.3p per litre.

Where are the cheapest places to buy petrol in Chard and Ilminster?

The RAC says the fuel duty cut by 5p has not necessarily been reflected in petrol prices

The RAC says the fuel duty cut by 5p has not necessarily been reflected in petrol prices

RAC pleads with supermarkets to cut petrol prices as drivers are 'losing out'

The average price of the fuel increased from 154.8p at the beginning of September to 163.1p by the end of the month, according to The RAC.

The average price of the fuel increased from 154.8p at the beginning of September to 163.1p by the end of the month, according to The RAC.

Drivers hit as petrol and diesel prices surge again, new figures show

Experts are urging parents to ensure they are not left in the dark about school parking laws in order to avoid fines

Experts are urging parents to ensure they are not left in the dark about school parking laws in order to avoid fines

Parents risk hefty fines over school parking laws, expert warns

Local garages to get the job done

Local garages to get the job done

Local garages to get the job done

These are the rules you could be breaking, and what you could be fined for doing so

These are the rules you could be breaking, and what you could be fined for doing so

The 14 common driving habits that are breaking the law and could see you fined

How to sell a financed car

How to sell a financed car

Everything you need to know about selling your financed car

The new fare was introduced on January 1

The new fare was introduced on January 1

New £2 bus fare launched for major Somerset routes

The A30 East Street will be closed tomorrow while emergency works are carried out.

The A30 East Street will be closed tomorrow while emergency works are carried out.

Local government

East Street in Chard to close for ‘emergency works’ tomorrow

Officers provided reassurance patrols last night after reports of catalytic converter theft.

Officers provided reassurance patrols last night after reports of catalytic converter theft.

Reassurance patrols in Barrington after reports of catalytic converter thefts

Police forces across the country have experienced a rise in reported catalytic converter thefts in recent years.

Police forces across the country have experienced a rise in reported catalytic converter thefts in recent years.

Advice issued as number of catalytic converter thefts in Avon and Somerset revealed

The A30 Mangle Cave will close for eight weeks from Monday, January 23.

The A30 Mangle Cave will close for eight weeks from Monday, January 23.

Local government

A30 between Chard and Crewkerne to shut for eight weeks for urgent drainage works

Urgent repairs to close Old A3037 near Donyatt tomorrow

Urgent repairs to close Old A3037 near Donyatt tomorrow

Road leading to Ilminster to close tomorrow for ‘urgent repairs’

TWO South Somerset car franchises sold as part of £117m deal

TWO South Somerset car franchises sold as part of £117m deal

TWO South Somerset car franchises sold as part of £117m deal

Firefighters were called to the scene of a collision at Ashill yesterday morning.

Firefighters were called to the scene of a collision at Ashill yesterday morning.

Chard firefighters rescue person trapped in vehicle after collision

Andrea Davis, chair of Peninsula Transport, appearing in the video for National Highways

Andrea Davis, chair of Peninsula Transport, appearing in the video for National Highways

Somerset road upgrade 'will benefit whole South West peninsula'

There are lots of issues surrounding where exactly you are allowed to park your car (PA)

There are lots of issues surrounding where exactly you are allowed to park your car (PA)

What are the rules about someone parking in front of your house and is it illegal?

Blue Light Aware has issued advice for drivers that will help emergency service crews on ‘blue light’ runs. Picture: Stock image

Blue Light Aware has issued advice for drivers that will help emergency service crews on ‘blue light’ runs. Picture: Stock image

What you should do if there is an emergency vehicle behind you at a red light

It is advised to not drink at all if you can to potentially avoid going over the limit whilst driving (PA/Canva)

It is advised to not drink at all if you can to potentially avoid going over the limit whilst driving (PA/Canva)

How many drinks can you have before you're over the legal UK driving limit?

The emergency services were called to the scene at around 10.45am yesterday (September 13). Picture: Stock image

The emergency services were called to the scene at around 10.45am yesterday (September 13). Picture: Stock image

Man treated and fuel spillage cleared after car ends up ‘on its side’ in Chard

The A358 will close overnight on September 13 and 14. Picture: RADAR

The A358 will close overnight on September 13 and 14. Picture: RADAR

A358 to close overnight between Taunton and Ilminster tonight and tomorrow

Crews from Wincanton and Mere stations tackled the vehicle fire near the Holbrook Roundabout. Picture: Stock image

Crews from Wincanton and Mere stations tackled the vehicle fire near the Holbrook Roundabout. Picture: Stock image

Crews tackle ‘accidental’ vehicle fire near Somerset town

RECAP: Crewkerne Road clears following earlier collision

The A303 will close for seven hours tonight between Sparkford and Podimore in South Somerset. Picture: Google Street View

The A303 will close for seven hours tonight between Sparkford and Podimore in South Somerset. Picture: Google Street View

Planned closure of stretch of A303 in Somerset cancelled

The fire was extinguished by fire crews from Chard and Crewkerne. Picture: Stock image

The fire was extinguished by fire crews from Chard and Crewkerne. Picture: Stock image

Firefighters safely remove gas cylinders from burning campervan

Firefighters were called to a tractor fire on the A30 in South Somerset at 8.05am. Picture: Stock image

Firefighters were called to a tractor fire on the A30 in South Somerset at 8.05am. Picture: Stock image

Tractor ‘destroyed by fire’ and hedgerow damaged on A30 near Chard

Drivers have been asked to avoid the A30 near the Windwhistle following a tractor fire. Picture: PublicDomainImages, Pixabay

Drivers have been asked to avoid the A30 near the Windwhistle following a tractor fire. Picture: PublicDomainImages, Pixabay

RECAP: A30 cleared between Chard and Crewkerne following tractor fire

A 100-metre stretch of Waterlake Road will be closed for three nights. Picture: Google Street View (main), RADAR (inset).

A 100-metre stretch of Waterlake Road will be closed for three nights. Picture: Google Street View (main), RADAR (inset).

Road in Tatworth to close for three days while Wessex Water fix leaking pipe

Cllr Jenny Kenton, who represents Chard North.

Cllr Jenny Kenton, who represents Chard North.

Cllr Jenny Kenton outlines her early work as a Chard North representative

A Chard driver has been banned from driving for six months after he was caught speeding near Exeter. Picture: Stock image

A Chard driver has been banned from driving for six months after he was caught speeding near Exeter. Picture: Stock image

ROUND-UP: Chard driver caught speeding handed six-month ban

The M5, A303, and Toneway will all be affected by overnight closures this week. Picture: RADAR

The M5, A303, and Toneway will all be affected by overnight closures this week. Picture: RADAR

Overnight road closures affecting the M5 and A303

The A303 Cartgate Roundabout is partially blocked 'due to an incident'. Picture: Google Street View

The A303 Cartgate Roundabout is partially blocked 'due to an incident'. Picture: Google Street View

RECAP: A303 roundabout re-opens following earlier incident

Officers issued a TOR to the driver, prohibited the vehicle from use, and reported the operator. Picture: Avon and Somerset Police

Officers issued a TOR to the driver, prohibited the vehicle from use, and reported the operator. Picture: Avon and Somerset Police

Police take action against driver and operator with ‘seriously dangerous load’

Lacey was fined £400 and told to pay court costs and a surcharge. Picture: Google Street View (main), Pixabay (inset)

Lacey was fined £400 and told to pay court costs and a surcharge. Picture: Google Street View (main), Pixabay (inset)

Audi driver from Chard fined after driving at 93mph on dual carriageway

Harley Davidson rider Lee Christopher Swanwick was fined £930 by Weymouth Magistrates' Court on Tuesday. Picture: Stock image

Harley Davidson rider Lee Christopher Swanwick was fined £930 by Weymouth Magistrates' Court on Tuesday. Picture: Stock image

Crewkerne Harley Davidson rider handed £1,000-plus court bill for speeding

Carol Demian was recorded driving at 118mph on the A303 near Wincanton.

Carol Demian was recorded driving at 118mph on the A303 near Wincanton.

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Fine and 28-day ban for driver clocked at 118mph on A303

FINED: Tracey Challinor pleaded guilty after she hit 79mph on the A35 near Bridport (Image: Google Maps)

FINED: Tracey Challinor pleaded guilty after she hit 79mph on the A35 near Bridport (Image: Google Maps)

Motorcycle rider fined and handed penalty points for hitting 79mph on A-road

SPEEDING: A stock image of a police officer measuring the speed of vehicles

SPEEDING: A stock image of a police officer measuring the speed of vehicles

Penalty points and a fine for Wincanton man clocked at 97mph on A303

Roads closed in South Somerset this week

Roads closed in South Somerset this week

Roads closed in South Somerset this week