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🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Detran opens registrations for Popular CNH aimed at the LGBTI+ public in Ceará; see how to participate

The Detran of Ceará has opened registrations for the Popular CNH program aimed at the LGBTI+ community, offering 150 spots for first-time drivers.

Feb 26 • 21:54 UTC
🇲🇽 El Financiero (ES)
National & Local

With Economic Problems and Without Insurance: This Is How Uber Drivers Work in Latin America

A study conducted by Uber and the Inter-American Development Bank reveals that most Uber drivers in Latin America face economic difficulties, lack social security coverage, and are burdened with debt.

Feb 26 • 21:25 UTC
🇪🇨 El Universo (ES)
National & Local

They were waiting for the traffic light to change when a sinkhole surprised them in the USA.

A sinkhole in Omaha, Nebraska, caused damage to two vehicles while drivers were stopped at a traffic light, but luckily no injuries were reported.

Feb 26 • 20:23 UTC
🇫🇮 Iltalehti
National & Local

Tesla drivers heated up - Did you know that this can result in a parking fine?

Tesla drivers are facing confusion over parking fines at a charging station in Rovaniemi, Finland, due to differing local regulations.

Feb 26 • 20:03 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
National & Local

Severe road conditions are causing problems for drivers

Severe weather conditions are creating traffic challenges across Estonia, leading to multiple accidents.

Feb 26 • 19:32 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

Alert drivers: the phenomenon that is beginning to appear on the roads of New York due to the persistent cold wave

The National Weather Service has issued a warning about the formation of black ice on New York roads, urging drivers and pedestrians to exercise caution due to dangerously slippery conditions.

Feb 26 • 16:55 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Pindamonhangaba City Hall demands urgent improvements on the Dutra highway

The mayor of Pindamonhangaba has requested urgent maintenance on the President Dutra Highway due to safety concerns for drivers.

Feb 26 • 16:45 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
Sports

Dates for all Formula 1 races of the 2026 season

The 2026 Formula 1 season will start in March in Australia and conclude in December in the United Arab Emirates, featuring notable changes including a new team and drivers.

Feb 26 • 16:38 UTC
🇫🇮 Ilta-Sanomat
National & Local

These crimes would prevent taxi drivers from working in the future - new tightening of taxi law

The Finnish government is proposing stricter regulations for taxi drivers, including a mandatory taximeter and enhanced requirements for maintaining good reputation.

Feb 26 • 16:24 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

They stopped at a traffic light and the ground swallowed them: this was the moment when two cars fell into a sinkhole

In Omaha, Nebraska, two cars fell into a sinkhole while waiting at a traffic light, but the drivers emerged unharmed.

Feb 26 • 15:59 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
National & Local

PHOTOS ⟩ Ice Rain Made Streets of Tallinn Very Slippery Quickly

Ice rain in Tallinn on Thursday rapidly made the streets very slippery and dangerous for both drivers and pedestrians.

Feb 26 • 14:39 UTC
🇪🇨 El Universo (ES)
National & Local

Average spending of drivers with vehicle damage due to rains can range from $25 to over $400

Intense rains and floods in Guayaquil are financially burdening drivers with costly vehicle repairs.

Feb 26 • 14:30 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

M6 lorry fire LIVE: Hour long delays as HGV catches fire on motorway

Drivers on the M6 motorway are experiencing significant delays due to a lorry fire that has resulted in traffic stoppages and extended congestion.

Feb 26 • 13:42 UTC
🇫🇮 Ilta-Sanomat
National & Local

Drivers curse this mandatory system into the ground – 'It's ridiculous nonsense'

Drivers in Finland are expressing frustration over the mandatory AdBlue system, particularly during freezing temperatures that can cause performance issues.

Feb 26 • 13:39 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

DVLA urges millions of UK drivers to register now

The DVLA is urging UK drivers to register for an online portal to avoid penalties related to MOT and driving licenses.

Feb 26 • 13:25 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Four scenarios where you can 'throw parking fines in the bin' without paying

The article discusses four specific situations in which motorists can legally avoid paying parking fines according to experts.

Feb 26 • 13:09 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

Dispute Over Prayer Shed Near Mumbai Airport... Government Says There Are 3 Mosques Nearby

The Bombay High Court heard a case regarding the removal of a prayer shed for Muslim drivers near Mumbai Airport, with the government stating that there are sufficient nearby mosques for worship.

Feb 26 • 12:46 UTC
🇫🇷 Le Figaro
Crime & Justice

Hauts-de-Seine: a police officer injured during a refusal to comply involving two stolen cars

A police officer was injured when one of the drivers of two stolen vehicles suddenly accelerated, hitting the officer after a request for a stop was made.

Feb 26 • 10:45 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
National & Local

HIDDEN SPEED MEASUREMENT ⟩ The draft prohibits fines from mobile speed cameras without warning signs

Estonian lawmakers have proposed an amendment to traffic laws requiring drivers to be notified of mobile speed cameras via traffic signs.

Feb 26 • 10:17 UTC
🇫🇮 Ilta-Sanomat
National & Local

Half of drivers lack this safety equipment – not even the legally required tools are available to everyone

A survey reveals that many Finnish drivers are not fully aware of the required safety equipment for their vehicles, particularly highlighting the lack of reflective vests among them.

Feb 26 • 09:48 UTC
🇸🇪 Aftonbladet
National & Local

Every other bus driver barely has time to eat lunch

A recent survey indicates that nearly half of bus drivers struggle to take proper lunch breaks, leading to concerns over their wellbeing and safety on the job.

Feb 26 • 08:47 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

New rule to ban drivers who dump rubbish - and seize their vehicle

The UK House of Lords has proposed new penalties for fly-tipping offenders, including potential driving licence points and vehicle seizures.

Feb 26 • 06:21 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

From March 3, major changes for drivers. A new reason for revoking a driver's license will be introduced

New regulations in Poland will lower the minimum age for obtaining a category B driver's license to 17, subjecting young drivers to new restrictions.

Feb 26 • 05:32 UTC
🇩🇪 FAZ
National & Local

Curious accident: Road in Nebraska collapses – Cars fall into a huge hole

A road collapse in Omaha, Nebraska, resulted in two cars falling into a large pit, though the drivers were unharmed.

Feb 26 • 05:02 UTC
🇫🇮 Ilta-Sanomat
National & Local

Antti Awoke to a Dangerous Phenomenon at Gas Stations: 'I Have a Small Child and a Wife with Me'

A Finnish man expresses concern over the rising trend of drivers leaving their engines running while refueling, highlighting safety risks for families accompanying them.

Feb 26 • 04:57 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

UK driving test rule change from March 31 as DVSA limits changes

The Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA) is implementing new restrictions on driving test bookings for learner drivers in the UK starting March 31, 2026.

Feb 26 • 04:01 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

For the first time, drivers will choose the Best Buy Car of Europe. Voting has started

This year marks the first public voting for the Best Buy Car of Europe competition, allowing motorists to weigh in on their favorite models among the finalists selected by a panel of judges.

Feb 26 • 04:00 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
National & Local

Oleškõ, occupied by Russians, is reportedly under blockade according to Ukrainians

Since mid-January, food deliveries to the occupied Oleškõ have been successfully made only once, with all other attempts resulting in drivers being killed, as reported by Ukrinform.

Feb 25 • 23:52 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Truck drivers injured after collision on Via Dutra in Piraí

Two truck drivers were injured in a collision on the Via Dutra highway in Piraí, Brazil, after one truck became immobilized due to a malfunction, causing a rear-end crash.

Feb 25 • 22:24 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Olivia Rodrigo tops Spotify's list of biggest pop songs of the streaming era

Olivia Rodrigo's 'Drivers License' leads Spotify's list of the top pop songs from the streaming era, with a significant lineup of popular tracks from various artists.

Feb 25 • 22:04 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Why does Avenida Rachid Neder always flood? Expert explains causes and proposes solution

Residents and drivers frequently face flooding on Avenida Rachid Neder in Campo Grande due to inadequate drainage and maintenance issues.

Feb 25 • 20:14 UTC
🇫🇮 Iltalehti
National & Local

Drivers Are Shocked as Manufacturer Completely Discontinues Remote Control Application – "Could Consumer Protection Be Lacking?"

Nissan's decision to shut down the NissanConnect EV app by March 30, 2026, has left Finnish drivers outraged, raising concerns about consumer protection.

Feb 25 • 20:14 UTC
🇲🇽 El Financiero (ES)
Crime & Justice

Murder of Carlos Manzo: Three taxi drivers linked to the homicide of the mayor of Uruapan

At least three individuals related to the taxi profession have been linked to the assassination of Carlos Manzo, the mayor of Uruapan, highlighting the organized crime influence in this economic sector.

Feb 25 • 20:02 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
Crime & Justice

VIDEO: PRF seizes more than 100 kg of marijuana in the trunk of a vehicle on BR-010, in Imperatriz

Over 100 kilograms of marijuana were seized by the Federal Highway Police in Brazil after two drivers failed to stop for a police check.

Feb 25 • 16:13 UTC
🇫🇮 Iltalehti
National & Local

Serious warning from Fintraffic: It is advisable to postpone driving if possible

Fintraffic warns that driving conditions in Finland are set to deteriorate significantly, advising drivers to postpone travel if they can.

Feb 25 • 16:07 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Detran-MS advises drivers on loss of license plates on rainy days

The Detran-MS has issued guidelines for drivers who lose their vehicle license plates during heavy rain, advising them to report the loss immediately to avoid misuse.

Feb 25 • 14:17 UTC
🇲🇽 El Financiero (ES)
National & Local

Women: The Strategic Reserve of Road Transport in Mexico

The shortage of talent in Mexico's freight transport sector highlights the underrepresentation of women, who make up only 2.4% of drivers, despite the potential for increased inclusion.

Feb 25 • 13:43 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
Sports

A brutal warning from Briatore to Colapinto in Drive to Survive: "The problem is you, you need to improve"

A new season of Formula 1 approaches, revealing the psychological pressures drivers face, highlighted by Flavio Briatore's stern advice to Franco Colapinto in the show 'Drive to Survive.'

Feb 25 • 13:00 UTC
🇮🇸 Visir
National & Local

Uncertain where the snow band will land

Authorities in Iceland warn of severe snowfall and blizzard conditions, urging drivers to stay alert and avoid unnecessary travel.

Feb 25 • 11:52 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Wheelchair user reports being discriminated against by app drivers when requesting a ride: 'I felt embarrassed'

A wheelchair user in Brazil reported discrimination from app drivers who refused to transport him during a ride request.

Feb 25 • 10:27 UTC
🇬🇷 To Vima
Crime & Justice

Patissia: "You tried to kill me" – Fierce fight with stabbings over priority

A violent altercation occurred in Patissia, Greece, between two drivers, resulting in one being stabbed during a dispute over road priority.

Feb 25 • 10:09 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
Crime & Justice

Drunk drivers wreak havoc in the capital, Vilnius region, and KlaipÄ—da

Drunk driving incidents were reported in Vilnius and surrounding areas, with multiple drivers exceeding legal blood alcohol limits and causing accidents.

Feb 25 • 08:52 UTC
🇺🇸 Fox News
National & Local

DHS touts ‘most secure border' in US history amid departure of nearly 3M illegal immigrants

The DHS claims significant progress in immigration control with nearly 3 million illegal immigrants leaving the U.S., citing policies under the Trump administration as key drivers.

Feb 25 • 07:42 UTC
🇱🇻 TVNET
Crime & Justice

Prison sentences for former drivers of Ušakov for fictitious 'employment'

The Riga City Court has sentenced two former drivers of the ex-mayor Nils Ušakovs to prison for large-scale fraud involving the municipal company 'Rīgas satiksme.'

Feb 25 • 07:02 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Major rule change for drivers will create 'parking free for all'

Proposed changes to parking regulations in Britain may lead to significant operational disruptions for parking companies and increased congestion in urban areas.

Feb 25 • 06:22 UTC
🇳🇴 NRK
National & Local

More animal collisions in Innlandet – asking drivers to be alert

A series of animal collisions involving deer and moose has been reported in Innlandet, Norway, prompting authorities to urge drivers to remain vigilant.

Feb 25 • 06:04 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Understand why radars that fine those who run red lights are called 'Caetanos' in RS (and learn at which intersections they will be installed)

A new radar system that fines drivers for running red lights, known as 'Caetanos,' will begin operations in Porto Alegre, Brazil, as part of a traffic safety initiative.

Feb 25 • 05:00 UTC
🇱🇻 LSM
Crime & Justice

Former drivers of Ušakov are sentenced to prison for fictitious "employment" at "Rīgas satiksme"

Two former drivers of Ušakov have been sentenced to prison for extensive fraud involving the public enterprise "Rīgas satiksme".

Feb 25 • 04:21 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

How to know if I have fines after traveling through Brazil?

Argentine drivers traveling in Brazil should check for any traffic fines before returning home, as these must be paid to avoid complications at the border.

Feb 25 • 03:01 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

Fines by radar: in what cases can they be challenged

The article discusses the legal grounds on which traffic fines imposed by radar can be contested by drivers in Argentina.

Feb 25 • 03:01 UTC

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