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Nostell Priory.

Nostell Priory to introduce new ANPR car parking system this weekend

Nissan X-Trail

Nissan’s X-Trail at 25 is even better than ever+

The M1 Southbound exit slip road to the M62 Westbound is currently closed.

Drivers face major delays on M1 near Wakefield following police incident

Kia EV3

Kia’s small electric SUV is a great all-rounder, says Julie Marshall

You can check your tyre depth by using the border of a 20p coin

A simple hack can save drivers from a £2,500 fine and a driving ban

Some drivers rule themselves out of car finance options based on assumptions about their credit score

Ad Feature Drivers wrongly assume they won't qualify for car finance

Halfords recruited Judi Love as their Wheel Life Worry Whisperer to keep Brits safe on the roads

A quarter of motorists are driving potentially dangerous cars

NHS lorry drivers vote on strike action in pay row

5.096 million units were sold in six months

Ad Feature China's auto exports hit record high

Pontefract Castle entrance

Work to improve access to castle set to start

Newland Park

Eco-friendly festival is coming to Normanton

Lamtto's new 11" car display has an HD screen and an Android operating system

Lamtto 11-inch display review

YCA has launched a new campaign.

Wakefield campaigners' call echoed in new horse safety drive

Scenic views are also the cause of many arguments in the car

Motorists would rather take the scenic route than the fastest

Drivers are presenting an opportunity to resolve life’s greatest struggles all from the car seat

Ad Feature Brits use summer road trips to settle life's biggest problems

The Tom by TomTom device provides speed camera, traffic and road hazard alerts without a monthly subscription

This TomTom camera alert device is now under £37
The compact in-car device provides visual and audible warnings for cameras, congestion and road hazards while working with compatible Apple and Android phones
Gareth Butterfield

e.l.f. is supporting thousands of learner drivers

Ad Feature e.l.f. offers free driving lessons

Plates4Less says it first noticed a significant increase in business-related enquiries during 2022

Ad Feature Business number plate sales double

Sanya has officially secured its spot as Round 7 2026/27 ABB FIA Formula E World Championship

Ad Feature Sanya locks In Formula E return as 2027 Asian leg's season opener

Younger motorists are increasingly choosing older vehicles as insurance and ownership costs continue to rise

Today's young drivers are ditching modern cars for cheaper classics

Nearly four in 10 are open to using a driverless taxi

Ad Feature New research reveals half of UK women would consider a driverless taxi

We check all the mechanical aspects of a used car before buying - but there are other checks many people fail to make when they take the plunge

The used car checks every buyer should make before handing over money

Drivers are being warned of a four-week road closure while essential gasworks take place.

Drivers warned of Wakefield road closure for four weeks

Ossett Beercart will return this weekend. Photograph by Tony Johnson.

Ossett Beercart: Annual ale celebration to return to Ossett this weekend

If you're in the market for a used car there are some simple ways to protect yourself

The costly used car mistake more drivers are trying to avoid

Buying a used car needn't be the leap of faith it once was

The used car mistake that could cost buyers thousands

Autofusion has expanded its reach across the UK over the years

Ad Feature Autofusion undergoes rapid national expansion
The company operates one of the country’s fastest-growing luxury car rental services.
Emily Jordan

More than 70,000 motorists were fined for using their mobiles at the wheel over the last three years

Motorists have been fined £14 million for mobile phone use

Tyres.co.uk is redefining the tyre shopping online experience

Ad Feature New online tyre business hits 100 orders in its first 30 days

Potholes top the list of motorists’ bugbears

Cars damaged by a pothole cost an average of £164 to repair

Ad Feature How the AUTODOC MARKETPLACE in Europe is developing

Time is running out to find out if you're entitled to car finance miss-selling compensation

Drivers could claim hundreds for car finance mis-selling

Yes, it looks odd, but the Kia PBV could be the start of a whole new chapter in personal transport

Review: Kia’s £33k ‘Lego car’ could reinvent family travel – and vans

Time is running out to check if you're entitled to compensation for being missold car finance

Millions may have overpaid on car finance – here’s how to spot it

Worn tyres can be more dangerous than using a phone behind the wheel

Time is running out to find out if you're entitled to car finance miss-selling compensation

Drivers urged to check finance deals after commission investigation

Millions of drivers who bought cars on finance before 2021 may have been overcharged due to commission arrangements now under investigation

Drivers may be owed car finance compensation – here’s how to check

Cupra's Terramar stands out as a sporty option in a world of bland crossovers

Cupra Terramar review: sporty crossover brings style and performance

There has been growing public interest in historic PCP deals and other potential mis-sold car finance concerns

Ad Feature UK drivers revisit historic car finance deals with eligibility checks

Is this the cheapest Type-2 charging cable on the market right now?

Drivers rush to Amazon as EV charging cable drops to £69 in snap deal

Return of the coupe: Honda's new Prelude might not herald a move back to the 1990s glory days, but it really should

Honda Prelude review: a nostalgic coupe reborn and remastered for 2026

The newly issued banned list for the upcoming ‘26’ registration series includes combinations considered inappropriate or potentially offensive for display on UK roads.

Ad Feature DVLA bans 400+ ‘26’ number plates as demand for private plates rises

Ctek's new CS One has entered its second generation - and it's now a LOT smarter

Ctek CS One Gen 2 review: smart battery charger adds app control

The MG6S might look a bit generic, but it's a competent family SUV with an interior that will make you feel special

MG’s new flagship SUV: Why the MGS6 makes a strong case for families

Adapt & Drive will launch from Monday 2nd February, available initially through selected car dealers across the UK.

Ad Feature Mobility in Motion partners with car manufacturers on for new scheme

'Final minor works' taking place as Wentbridge Viaduct scheme reaches completion

The incident took place on Doncaster Road earlier this afternoon.

Delays expected as crash blocks traffic on busy Wakefield road

A yellow ice warning has been issued by the Met Office.

Yellow ice warning issued by Met Office as freezing temperatures hit Wakefield

Growing awareness around how agreements were sold is leading many drivers to reassess deals they entered into in the past.

Ad Feature Why UK drivers are questioning if they were mis-sold car finance

Cars are at their most vulnerable in the winter - and another cold snap is on the cards

Cold snap warning: 270,000 drivers break down every January

Get breakdown cover for much less than normal with this sale

Drivers rush to grab 40% off AA breakdown cover before it ends

Alison Lowe OBE, Chair of the West Yorkshire Vision Zero Partnership and the region’s Deputy Mayor for Policing and Crime

West Yorkshire police boss welcomes tough new driving laws

Road closures: almost two dozen for Wakefield drivers over the next fortnight

Wakefield road closures: The roads to avoid this week across the district

Winter is a tough time for cars - which is why breakdowns surge during the colder months

The hidden winter car problem leaving drivers stuck in the cold

The AA's new app is a game-changer for people who need to rely on a swift response

The AA launches new app to speed up breakdown rescue

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