Garage MOT Tester handed an 18-month ban after drunken e-scooter tumble There are MOT failures…and then there’s this. An Ashington MOT tester, whose day job involves deciding whether the rest of us are safe to drive, has found himself on the receiving end of a rather different kind of roadworthiness test. According to court reports,Continue reading “MOT Tester fails his own road test!”
Vehicle safety recalls have featured regularly in the headlines throughout 2026, with manufacturers announcing campaigns affecting everything from electrical systems and airbags to engine components and hybrid technology. While recalls can understandably concern motorists, they are actually an important part of keeping vehicles safe. In many cases, a recall demonstrates that manufacturers are actively monitoringContinue reading “Why Car Recalls Are Rising in 2026 – What Every UK Driver and Garage Needs to Know”
The Motor Ombudsman has been recognised at the 2026 TyreSafe Awards after its ‘WORN-WARN’ campaign received the Online & Social Media Award, highlighting the growing importance of educating motorists about the dangers of part-worn tyres. The Michelin-sponsored award was presented during TyreSafe’s 20th anniversary gala dinner at The Belfry Hotel & Resort in Warwickshire, recognisingContinue reading “The Motor Ombudsman’s ‘WORN-WARN’ Campaign Wins TyreSafe Online & Social Media Award”
Garages are being encouraged to help spread awareness of the risks associated with part-worn tyres as The Motor Ombudsman launches a new consumer safety campaign. The Motor Ombudsman has unveiled a nationwide awareness drive highlighting the potential dangers of motorists purchasing part-worn tyres, amid ongoing concerns that many used tyres sold in the UK mayContinue reading “Motor Ombudsman Warns Drivers Over Dangers of Part-Worn Tyres”
If you’ve been keeping an eye on MOT rumours over the last few years, you’ll know there has been no shortage of talk about major changes to the testing system. At one point, there were serious discussions about pushing the first MOT back from three years to four, while industry speculation around EV testing, dieselContinue reading “MOT Changes Are Coming – But 2026 Looks More Like a Preparation Year Than a Revolution”
