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🇱🇹 15min
National & Local

After the accident in Panevėžys, the police found both missing driver's licenses and sober mind

A driver in Panevėžys caused an accident while lacking a valid driver's license and being under the influence of alcohol.

Mar 23 • 07:35 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

New DVLA update on medical driving licence waiting times - who qualifies for help

Drivers with certain medical conditions face longer waiting times for medical driving licenses from the DVLA amid rising demand and complexity of applications.

Mar 20 • 14:45 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Five million drivers need to 'take action' in 2026 or face penalties

Analysis reveals that millions of UK drivers must renew their driving licenses by 2026 to avoid penalties, with a significant number already driving with expired licenses.

Mar 20 • 10:46 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

From March 30, the police will revoke driving licenses for such behaviors

New regulations in Poland will allow police to revoke driving licenses for speeding over 50 km/h and for behaviors like drifting and riding a motorcycle on one wheel.

Mar 19 • 11:58 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

More than 500 driver's licenses sold illegally in TO should be canceled, says police

The Tocantins Civil Police announced that around 500 driver's licenses issued in the state are suspected of fraud and will be canceled after the conclusion of Operation Traffic Light.

Mar 14 • 09:01 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
National & Local

WHAT ELSE? ⟩ Driving licenses are promised for money on TikTok without taking the exam

A new scam circulating on TikTok claims to offer driving licenses for a fee without requiring the official transport agency exam, raising concerns about the consequences for both buyers and sellers.

Mar 14 • 08:00 UTC
🇪🇨 El Universo (ES)
National & Local

ANT: Users with driving license appointments can now reschedule their service

The National Transit Agency (ANT) in Ecuador has announced that users who had appointments for obtaining driving licenses can now reschedule their service after a suspension due to investigations into irregularities.

Mar 13 • 16:02 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Drivers who passed test after specific year told 'check now' due to rule

Drivers in the UK who obtained their licenses after a certain year are advised to check their eligibility for operating heavier vehicles due to an overlooked licensing rule.

Mar 12 • 08:30 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
Crime & Justice

Civil Police Operation investigates illegal sale of driving licenses in Tocantins

A major operation by the Civil Police in Brazil's Tocantins state targets an organized crime group involved in the illegal sale of driving licenses, executing multiple arrest and search warrants.

Mar 11 • 10:36 UTC
🇩🇰 DR Nyheder
National & Local

Randers drops DAO after errors and delays

Randers Municipality in Denmark is temporarily changing its procedure for issuing new driving licenses due to delays and errors in postal services provided by DAO.

Mar 10 • 14:52 UTC
🇪🇨 El Universo (ES)
National & Local

155 procedures of the ANT are resumed, but issuance of licenses remains suspended

The National Transit Agency in Ecuador has resumed 155 procedures nationwide, but the issuance and renewal of driving licenses are still suspended due to ongoing technical validation.

Mar 9 • 16:31 UTC
🇱🇻 TVNET
National & Local

VIDEO ⟩ Several BMW Drivers Lose Their Licenses in a Short Time on the A8 Highway

During routine traffic monitoring, the Latvian police recorded 432 speed violations, with several BMW drivers losing their driving licenses due to excessive speeding.

Mar 9 • 12:17 UTC
🇱🇹 15min
National & Local

A Network for Debtors: Razmislevičius's Proposal – Criticism from a Lawyer

Lithuanian politician Darius Razmislevičius suggests new measures to address non-payment of alimony, including the suspension of driving licenses, which has drawn criticism from legal experts.

Mar 9 • 06:59 UTC
🇪🇨 El Universo (ES)
National & Local

Know the procedures of the ANT that have been suspended since March 9

On March 9, the National Transit Agency (ANT) in Ecuador will reactivate over 80% of its procedures nationwide, though several services will still not be available.

Mar 8 • 15:19 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
National & Local

The DMV will allow it in 2026: the new option for licenses for those who change their address in California

California's DMV will introduce a new option in 2026 that simplifies the process of updating driving licenses for individuals who change their address, streamlining a commonly cumbersome bureaucratic procedure.

Mar 7 • 00:00 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Motorcyclists using the BRT corridors in Sorocaba will be fined over R$ 200

Starting from this Friday, motorcycle riders in Sorocaba, Brazil, caught using the BRT exclusive lanes will face fines and points deducted from their driving licenses after a grace period.

Mar 6 • 16:03 UTC
🇳🇴 VG
National & Local

Drove at 120 km/h in 60 zone - lost the license

Two drivers lost their licenses after driving significantly over the speed limit, along with others penalized for similar offenses during a police control.

Mar 6 • 00:59 UTC
🇨🇿 Aktuálně.cz
Life & Tech

Gloss: Self-driving cars? Nothing will come of it again. Only Tesla still pretends that it will

The article discusses the recent setbacks in self-driving car technology, highlighting that consumers will still need valid driver’s licenses for the foreseeable future.

Mar 4 • 07:42 UTC
🇪🇨 El Universo (ES)
National & Local

The Oversight Commission shifts its agenda towards the irregular issuance of licenses and registrations in various municipalities across the country

The Oversight Commission of the National Assembly of Ecuador is investigating the irregularities in the issuance of driving licenses and vehicle registrations in various municipalities after completing a political trial against a judicial official.

Mar 2 • 13:00 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

Can I drive in Florida with a license from another state if I am a migrant?

In Florida, migrants may face legal challenges driving with licenses from other states under recent legislation that limits recognition of such licenses for individuals without verified legal presence in the U.S.

Mar 1 • 12:00 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
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

239 Parents Who Failed to Pay Child Support...281 Sanctions Including Travel Ban and Disclosure of Names

239 parents who have failed to pay child support will face sanctions including travel bans and the suspension of driving licenses.

Feb 26 • 03:16 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

The concern behind Florida's decision on driver's licenses and the requirement for English

Florida has implemented a new rule requiring all driving tests to be conducted in English, raising concerns about accessibility for non-English speakers.

Feb 25 • 09:56 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

Driver's License Reform: Not even the driving instructor would sign up now

A driving instructor in Germany expresses frustration over potential reforms to make driver's licenses cheaper, causing uncertainty for both instructors and students.

Feb 24 • 07:22 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
National & Local

Poland Radically Changes Traffic Regulations – Driver’s License Permanently Revoked for Certain Violations, Imprisonment is Foreseen

Poland is tightening its traffic laws by permanently revoking driving licenses for new violations and introducing severe penalties including imprisonment.

Feb 21 • 12:30 UTC
🇫🇮 Ilta-Sanomat
National & Local

Changes to Driver's Licenses

Proposed government changes would restrict driving hours for 17-year-olds with special licenses in Finland and introduce penalties for violations.

Feb 19 • 13:33 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

Blow to migrant truck drivers: the DOT signed a 'definitive rule' to block a group of drivers

The U.S. Department of Transportation has implemented a new rule limiting commercial driver's licenses (CDLs) for migrants without permanent residency in the country.

Feb 16 • 09:24 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

Not just California: driving licenses that automatically lose validity upon entering Florida

Florida has established specific criteria for which out-of-state driving licenses are not accepted for driving within its borders, affecting several permits issued to individuals who did not prove legal presence in the US when obtaining the credential.

Feb 15 • 22:00 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
Crime & Justice

This problem is talked about reluctantly, but it exists: here's what driving license-revoked speeders resort to

People who have lost their driving licenses are increasingly purchasing cheap vehicles to evade consequences if they are caught driving again.

Feb 15 • 10:39 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Martin Lewis' MSE Urges Drivers to 'Check Licence Now' or Risk Hefty £1,000 Fine

Drivers are urged to check their driving licenses' expiration dates to avoid facing fines of up to £1,000.

Feb 14 • 01:17 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Parallel parking will no longer be mandatory in Rondônia starting February 19

Starting February 19, 2024, parallel parking will no longer be required for the practical driving exam for category B driver's licenses in Rondônia, Brazil.

Feb 13 • 18:20 UTC
🇮🇸 Visir
National & Local

Many Icelanders on ADHD medication lose their driver's license

Many Icelanders taking ADHD medication are losing their driver's licenses due to the presence of amphetamines in their blood and lack of proper documentation.

Feb 13 • 11:52 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Drivers warned they could face £2.5k fine if they make pothole mistake

Car insurance experts in the UK are cautioning drivers about potential fines and points on their licenses for mistakes made in wet weather driving, particularly in relation to potholes.

Feb 10 • 12:26 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Drivers over 70 told 'do it for free' in DVLA update

Drivers aged 70 and over in the UK are being encouraged by the DVLA to renew their driving licenses online for free, highlighting the quick and easy process involved.

Feb 9 • 11:05 UTC
🇲🇽 El Financiero (ES)
National & Local

Iranian government approves women to drive motorcycles

The Iranian government has issued a decree allowing women to obtain motorcycle driving licenses, ending a 47-year prohibition since the establishment of the Islamic Republic.

Feb 4 • 22:06 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

Driver's Licenses in Florida: The Change That Puts Thousands of Latino Jobs at Risk Starting This Friday

A crucial rule change by Florida's Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles, effective February 6, will impact migrant workers by altering driving license exams.

Feb 3 • 00:46 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

Last days to do it in Spanish: starting February 6, the driving test in Florida will be 100% in English

A new state rule in Florida will require driving tests to be conducted entirely in English starting February 6, 2026, potentially complicating access to driver's licenses for Spanish-speaking migrants.

Feb 3 • 00:26 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
Life & Tech

UK driving rule changes in 2026 include digital licences, test changes and two updates already here

UK drivers will face significant changes to driving rules in 2026, including digital licenses and modifications to testing procedures, some of which are already implemented.

Jan 12 • 10:18 UTC
🇩🇪 FAZ
National & Local

Retreat in Seeon: CSU wants driving license from 16

The CSU proposes allowing driving licenses to be obtained at 16 during their retreat in Kloster Seeon, advocating for supported driving from that age across EU member states.

Jan 5 • 23:00 UTC
🇬🇷 To Vima
Life & Tech

Driving License: Forget the Paper One, the Unified European License is Coming for Everyone

Significant changes are coming to driving licenses as the European Union gradually moves towards full harmonization, requiring drivers who obtained their licenses before January 2013 to replace them with a new unified European type by 2033.

Jan 5 • 18:22 UTC
🇭🇷 Index.hr
National & Local

EU changes rules for driving licenses. What awaits drivers in Croatia?

The new EU directive introduces significant changes to driving license regulations that will affect all drivers in Croatia, including digital licenses, new validity periods, stricter rules for young drivers, and more frequent medical checks for those over 65.

Jan 1 • 12:03 UTC
🇭🇷 Večernji List
National & Local

EU changes rules for driving licenses. Here are the changes awaiting drivers in Croatia

The EU's new directive introduces significant changes to the driving license system that will impact all drivers in Croatia, including the introduction of digital licenses and stricter rules for young drivers.

Jan 1 • 11:23 UTC

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