Roads

The European driving laws you should know about

We reveal 12 European driving rules you may not know, including carrying spare glasses in Switzerland and not smoking in Greece.

How to use the Channel Tunnel when driving to France

The Eurotunnel Le Shuttle train is the quickest way to cross the English Channel. Our guide explains what you need to know in advance.

Do speed cameras still need painted markings on the road?

Speed cameras have watched over UK roads since 1992, when the very first Gatso was installed. But do they still require painted markings?

Revealed: The Highway Code rules you may not know

From driving too slowly to furious cycling (yes, really), these are some of the Highway Code rules you may have inadvertently broken.

Zebra, Pelican or Tiger? Every type of pedestrian crossing explained

There are seven types of pedestrian crossing in the UK: zebra, pelican, puffin, toucan, pegasus, tiger and officer-controlled.

How to find traffic information and avoid delays

Don't waste time and fuel: check the latest traffic information before you drive. We explain how to minimise journey times in safety.

How to avoid becoming a victim of road rage

Have you ever been threatened with physical violence while driving? We reveal some straightforward steps you can take to avoid road rage.

Apart from Britain, which other countries drive on the left?

Around a third of the world drives on the left-hand side of the road. We name the countries that do, plus explain where it all started.

What are Low Traffic Neighbourhoods – and why are they so controversial?

A Low Traffic Neighbourhood (LTN) is designed to discourage or restrict use of cars by non-local motorists. But the idea divides opinion.

Famous Tyne Bridge to benefit from £41m of road funding

The Tyne Bridge is one four major road schemes across England to be allocated funding by the Department for Transport.