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🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

New CNH rules in RS: fees change, but second attempt free is not applied in the state

New rules for obtaining Brazil's national driver's license (CNH) have raised questions in Rio Grande do Sul, particularly regarding the fee for retesting.

Mar 23 • 06:00 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

Video of stunts with a bottle of alcohol in hand while riding a bike in Bengaluru

A troubling incident in Bengaluru shows two young men performing stunts on a motorcycle while drinking alcohol, raising serious concerns about road safety.

Mar 23 • 04:30 UTC
🇱🇻 TVNET
National & Local

VIDEO: Who has the right of way? How to drive on Krasta Street correctly and without stress

The article explains the complexities of navigating Krasta Street in Latvia, particularly regarding who has the right of way at certain junctions, while promoting stress-free driving techniques.

Mar 20 • 22:00 UTC
🇮🇹 La Repubblica
National & Local

When Kimi Antonelli took the driving test: "He had practiced with a manual gearbox and didn't signal"

Formula 1 champion Kimi Antonelli's driving test revealed his lack of signaling etiquette, as recounted by engineer Sara Giusti from the San Marino Motorization authority.

Mar 19 • 10:24 UTC
🇨🇿 Novinky.cz
National & Local

The Polish police are chasing road pirates with a Ford Mustang seized from a drunk driver

The Polish police are using a seized Ford Mustang to pursue drivers breaking road rules.

Mar 18 • 04:41 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

New DVSA Announcement Confirms May and June 2026 Dates for Driving Test Rules Change

The DVSA has announced new driving test rules set to take effect in May and June 2026, aiming to streamline the booking process and curb exploitation by third-party services.

Mar 17 • 11:43 UTC
🇫🇮 Iltalehti
National & Local

This is the driving simulator of driving school: Learning traffic rules, dark and slippery

The article discusses the role of driving simulators in Finnish driving schools, highlighting the most commonly used simulator in the country.

Mar 16 • 05:27 UTC
🇱🇻 TVNET
National & Local

What mistakes do aspiring drivers most often make in the CSDD theory exam?

The article discusses common mistakes made by aspiring drivers in Latvia's CSDD theory exams and new measures to improve understanding of traffic rules.

Mar 15 • 22:00 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

DVLA eyesight rules for UK drivers who need glasses

The DVLA is reminding UK drivers who need glasses to wear them at all times while driving to comply with legal eyesight standards.

Mar 13 • 01:00 UTC
🇵🇱 Wprost
National & Local

Kołodziejczak committed a traffic offense. "Everyone sometimes breaks the rules"

Michał Kołodziejczak, a member of the Coalition Citizen party, has admitted to violating traffic laws by using his smartphone while driving and is prepared to face the consequences.

Mar 6 • 12:25 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

No International Law for Powerful Nations! Is Strength Now Driving The System Instead of Rules?

Senior Advocate Harish Salve warns that the global rule-based order underpinning international law is weakening, with power politics overtaking legal norms in global conflicts.

Mar 6 • 04:12 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Quiz: Are you aware of the rules of the New CNH?

This article presents a quiz about the new regulations concerning Brazil's National Driver's License (CNH).

Mar 5 • 14:36 UTC
🇫🇮 Iltalehti
National & Local

Do not make this mistake in the dark: A rule of thumb reveals the right moment to switch headlights

The article discusses a critical rule of thumb for drivers in Finland regarding the use of headlights in dark conditions, emphasizing the importance of timing when switching from high beams to low beams to ensure safety and visibility.

Mar 4 • 20:18 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
National & Local

What does this yellow traffic sign with a car and stones on the side mean

The article discusses the meaning and categories of traffic signs in Argentina, specifically focusing on a yellow sign that indicates a hazard involving vehicles and potential debris on the road.

Feb 25 • 04:30 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Driving test rule change coming in March 2026 - and 2 others explained

New rules set to take effect in March 2026 will change how learner drivers can book their driving tests in England, Scotland, and Wales.

Feb 24 • 05:02 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

‘You are creating a scene here...’, writing ‘Yadav’ on the number plate turned costly

A group of young men in Lucknow faced police action for driving a vehicle with a fake number plate and unauthorized siren while making social media reels, drawing attention on the G-20 road.

Feb 23 • 02:58 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

New rules for learner drivers in March 2026 are 'big shift'

New regulations for learner drivers will come into effect in March 2026, including changes to how driving tests are booked and conducted.

Feb 21 • 11:06 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

New CNH: see the new limits of points to lose your driver's license after rule change

This year, new rules regarding point accumulation for Brazil's National Driver's License (CNH) came into effect, adjusting the limits for license suspension based on serious infractions.

Feb 21 • 08:00 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

What the traffic signs with a red circle mean and how to differentiate them

The article explains the significance of traffic signs with red circles, highlighting their universal meaning of prohibition and the importance of understanding them for safe driving.

Feb 20 • 22:41 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
National & Local

What does this traffic sign with two parallel cars and a crossed red stripe mean

The traffic sign featuring two parallel cars and a crossed red stripe indicates a prohibition on overtaking, which is crucial for road safety and order.

Feb 20 • 04:30 UTC
🇱🇹 15min
National & Local

A drunk driver in the Šakiai district attempted to bribe officials

A drunk driver in Lithuania tried to bribe police officers after being stopped for violating traffic rules, resulting in both administrative and criminal liabilities.

Feb 17 • 06:06 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

Scooter Driven on Footpath in Kerala, Woman Teaches a Lesson

A young man riding a scooter on a footpath in Kerala was stopped by an elderly woman, leading to the suspension of his driving license by the traffic department.

Feb 14 • 07:27 UTC
🇱🇻 TVNET
National & Local

Driving in the Opposite Direction on One-Way Streets: Should Foreign Drivers in Latvia Take a Driving Test?

Residents have noticed that foreign drivers sometimes disregard traffic rules in Latvia, leading to discussions on whether they should take a driving test.

Feb 13 • 13:10 UTC
🇫🇮 Iltalehti
National & Local

Police: Bus driver disregarded traffic rules - Many at risk

Police in Finland are investigating a bus driver for reckless driving, endangering the safety of passengers and other road users.

Feb 13 • 10:57 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

DVLA statement over driving rule change from last year you may not know about

The DVLA updates drivers about eyesight test regulations and a new proposal for testing older motorists in the UK.

Feb 12 • 03:50 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

End of the parking maneuver: Detran updates rules for the practical driving test and increases the points limit in Acre

The Department of Traffic in Acre (Detran-AC) has eliminated the parking maneuver requirement for category B (car) candidates and increased the points limit before failing the driving test.

Feb 11 • 18:57 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

Changes in DMV rules in California affecting all drivers in February 2026

California drivers will face new DMV regulations starting in February 2026 aimed at improving road safety and legal consequences for risky driving behaviors.

Feb 11 • 11:18 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Drivers alerted as 'important' DVLA change coming in March

The DVLA has announced significant changes to driving test booking rules set to take effect in March 2026, impacting learner drivers and approved driving instructors.

Feb 10 • 21:52 UTC
🇺🇸 Fox News
National & Local

Congress Moves to Set National Rules for Self-Driving Cars, Overriding States

Congress is advancing legislation to establish federal safety standards for self-driving cars, potentially overriding state regulations.

Feb 10 • 21:20 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

New CNH: how the new point system of the practical exam works, which has no disqualifying flaws

Brazil's new driving examination rules eliminate the mandatory parking maneuver and implement a points system for candidate infractions.

Feb 10 • 06:00 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

CNH: Campinas region has 59 autonomous instructors, but professionals must follow rules to use their own car

The Campinas region in Brazil has 59 registered autonomous driving instructors, but confusion regarding vehicle usage rules hampers their ability to teach effectively.

Feb 9 • 16:14 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

FRSC to penalise one-way drivers on Lagos–Ibadan Expressway

The Federal Road Safety Corps warns motorists to adhere to traffic regulations on the Lagos–Ibadan Expressway, particularly against one-way driving during ongoing repairs.

Feb 9 • 15:18 UTC
🇩🇰 DR Nyheder
National & Local

Transport Minister to Tighten Rules for Reckless Drivers

Denmark's Transport Minister proposes stricter regulations for reckless driving, including mandatory license revocation for drivers convicted of negligent homicide due to drug or alcohol impairment.

Feb 8 • 09:58 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Parking maneuver is no longer an eliminatory stage in CNH exam in Tocantins; understand

Recent changes to the Brazilian Driving Exam Manual have made the parking maneuver part of the driving exam non-eliminatory, allowing it to take place at the end of the test to mirror real-life traffic situations.

Feb 6 • 12:15 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
National & Local

HOW TO STAY SAFE ON ICE ROADS ⟩ Safety requirements for ice roads: why seat belts should be undone and doors should remain easy to open or even windows left open

The article discusses the safety requirements for driving on ice roads, highlighting the importance of understanding ice stability and the potential dangers posed by speed and immobilized vehicles.

Feb 4 • 14:38 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

UK driving test update as March 31 deadline set for key change

The UK Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency is implementing new rules for booking driving tests, which will take effect starting March 31, 2026.

Feb 4 • 05:30 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

First CNH Issuances Reach 298.5 Thousand After Lula Eases Rules; SP Leads

Following rule changes that eased the requirements, the number of first CNH (National Driver's License) issuances reached 298,500, marking a 360% increase in applications compared to last January.

Feb 3 • 17:35 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Drivers aged 70 and over facing major changes to licence rules - full list

The government is implementing significant changes to driving rules for those aged 70 and over to enhance road safety, affecting drivers, car manufacturers, and urban planners.

Feb 3 • 14:45 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
Life & Tech

What does the traffic sign "ALL WAY STOP" mean in Spanish?

The article explains the meaning of the all-way stop sign, emphasizing the requirement for drivers to come to a complete stop before proceeding.

Feb 3 • 14:01 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
National & Local

Driving in the U.S.: what the 'RESERVED PARKING' sign means

The article explains the meaning of 'RESERVED PARKING' signs in the U.S., describing their typical appearance and additional markings that indicate parking restrictions.

Feb 3 • 01:01 UTC
🇭🇷 Večernji List
National & Local

If you're traveling through this European country, beware of the new rules; the fine is 200 euros

Austrian authorities have significantly increased fines for driving on highways without a valid vignette, raising the penalty for cars up to 3.5 tons from 120 to 200 euros.

Jan 13 • 16:12 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
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

OAP drivers hit back at mandatory eye test plans as experts issue dire warning

Drivers over 70 are reacting negatively to new rules requiring regular vision tests to maintain their driving license, which are designed to enhance road safety but are considered 'ageist' by some.

Jan 7 • 10:33 UTC
🇬🇧 Guardian
National & Local

Minister rejects claim tougher drink-driving rules will kill off rural pubs – UK politics live

Scottish Minister Ash Regan has been suspended for breaching the code of conduct during a gender recognition controversy, rejecting claims that stricter drink-driving laws would harm rural pubs.

Jan 7 • 09:32 UTC
🇭🇷 Večernji List
Life & Tech

This rule no longer applies: Experts warn of a mistake many drivers make, it can be fatal

Traffic safety experts warn that the safe following distance on dry roads no longer suffices in winter conditions, where snow, ice, and black ice greatly increase stopping distances, necessitating slower speeds and greater following distances.

Jan 5 • 14:00 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Highway Code rules '228 to 231' for all drivers as UK cold snap hits

The article highlights the importance of adhering to Highway Code rules '228 to 231' for drivers during the UK's cold snap, emphasizing that driving in icy or snowy conditions is discouraged unless journeys are essential.

Jan 3 • 04:30 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
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Drivers discovering new DVLA and road rules coming in from today, Jan 1 2026 warning

Drivers in the UK are warned about new DVLA and road rules that are being implemented starting January 1, 2026, including potential changes to driving licence eye tests, alcohol limits, and seat belt regulations.

Jan 1 • 11:30 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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