14+ min ago (486+ words) Scroll down to see the 5-step safety test DRIVERS will be hit with fines of up to $490 under a new "booster" law. To see if they comply with the change in the law, drivers must be able to answer five questions before they set off on a journey, no matter how short. It comes as Californian Governor Gavin Newsom signed a new bill last month that will improve child safety within vehicles. Assembly Bill 435 makes important changes to the existing laws surrounding booster seats. At the moment, the majority of children graduate from a booster seat and/or the back seat from the age of 8. Currently, they do not have to use boosters once they reach a height of at least 4" 9" or when they turn 8. read more on driving But with the new law that comes into effect in 2027, the…...

1+ day, 3+ hour ago (447+ words) See how you should prepare for the deadline ALL Americans with a driving license have to make sure they comply with new rules. The changes that take effect on November 30 across all states will impact new and existing drivers. It comes as technological advances and drives to improve road safety bring new legislation to the driving license system. New federal and state-level laws dictate that all states will start issuing licenses with improved security details. These changes hope to clampdown on identity theft and fake IDs and licenses. read more on motors To further this aim, all applicants will need to submit stronger proof of identification. While the specific verification documents required will vary by state, DMVs will require: proof of legal status, several proofs of residence, social security verification, and extra documentation for name changes. There is also a…...

1+ day, 3+ hour ago (441+ words) Don't get caught out unprepared during a major storm DRIVING in a winter storm isn't just about reaching your destination safely " it's about staying sharp, prepared, and maybe having a little fun." Police have urged drivers to plan ahead this holiday season, starting with a primary route and a backup plan in case of delays." The Illinois State Police have released a thorough list of tips for drivers who are hitting the road this holiday season. Among the tips is advice to tune your radio not just for holiday music but for weather updates, because knowing when a winter storm is coming could save your ride. It's also wise to leave those solo drives for the summertime." Traffic officials have recommended bringing friends or traveling in a convoy over the winter. Most read in Motors Drivers will be hit with…...

1+ day, 23+ hour ago (477+ words) Locals argue the move will do more harm than good A NEW law in a major American state could have significant and widespread consequences. The move was made in an effort to make local roads safer, but may ultimately do more harm than good when considering its total impact. On November 18, the Texas Department of Motor Vehicles announced that "foreign passports will no longer be accepted to title a vehicle in Texas unless they include a U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) stamp or mark confirming lawful admission into the United States." The decision comes after State Representative Brian Harrison discovered the loophole and brought up concerns about the safety of it. "It endangers drivers on Texas roads," said Harrison to local CBS news affiliate KTVT. "They were accepting any passport, not just an American passport, any passports well as driver's…...

2+ day, 23+ hour ago (333+ words) Several other violations will see severe consequences DRIVERS will face a greater risk of having their licenses suspended under an incoming points overhaul. The road law change will add harsher punishments for breaking the so-called "touch" rule. New York is auditing its license point and penalty system in January 2026. Under the new rules, potential license suspensions will be triggered if 10 points are accumulated within 24 months, rather than the current rate of 11 points in 18 months. This means drivers will have to keep a closer eye on their records, as points will stick around for two whole years. One common violation that could result in points and a suspension is the hands-free "touch" law, which prohibits drivers from touching their cell phones while behind the wheel. read more motors stories Instead, drivers must rely on options like voice-to-text to keep them from…...

3+ day, 23+ hour ago (671+ words) Drivers can still be fined if they don't comply with the law JUST days are left before a new law goes into effect, holding drivers responsible for the window tints on their cars. On December 1, a new law will change how cars are inspected, leaving drivers in charge of checking their car's window tint; failure to do so risks a $50 fine. In North Carolina, inspectors will no longer need to check the tint on a car's window during annual inspections. After the change takes effect, it will be the driver's responsibility to ensure the tint on their window does not exceed the state's maximum limit." The new law is titled: "An Act to remove the safety inspection of tinted windows and to require a driver to lower a tinted window on the approach of a law enforcement officer." North Carolina…...

4+ day, 3+ hour ago (591+ words) Get your permission slips ready, kids. GOING out for a drive will require more than just a license for certain drivers. A new rule, which was rolled out early in 2025, will require young drivers to have written permission to operate their vehicle with them at all times." According to the Utah Driver Handbook for 2025 and 2026, under the HB 308 Driving by Minors Amendment, minors under 18 with a learner permit must have an adult riding in the front passenger seat. That adult must also show proof that a parent or guardian authorized them to supervise the minor. However, if the young driver is in the car without a parent or guardian, they must instead have evidence that an adult has signed "for financial responsibility" of the car and its passengers before they can get behind the wheel." The learner driver must have…...

4+ day, 21+ hour ago (521+ words) Some are calling it the 'Wild West' ACTIVISTS are urging lawmakers to crack down on vehicles that are breaking traffic laws with no regulation." But lawmakers are having trouble figuring out how traffic enforcement will fine them " especially if there is no driver behind the wheel. In California, traffic tickets can only be written if there is an actual driver in the car, leaving autonomous, or "self-driving" vehicles " such as Waymo or Tesla's RoboTaxis " to break the rules freely. Driverless cars have reportedly been infringing on multiple traffic rules, including running red lights, blocking emergency vehicles, and even swerving around a stopped school bus full of children. Officers have been instructed that "no citation for a moving violation can be issued if the [autonomous vehicle] is being operated in a driverless mode," according to an internal memo from San Francisco…...

4+ day, 23+ hour ago (754+ words) Plus, one 90-year-old law is continuing to cause major controversy A SERIES of laws is rolling out nationwide, with drivers now facing thousands in fines and even jail time if they violate them." Starting December 1, drivers risk 60 days in jail if they violate a "crosswalk law" intended to protect pedestrians. Drivers in North Carolina will need to keep an eye out for last-minute pedestrians crossing the road, as the consequences are set to increase on December 1, 2026." The law, House Bill 275, provides further protections for blind and visually impaired pedestrians. It states that at any road or crossing where there are no traffic officers or control signals, "any blind or partially blind pedestrian shall be entitled to the right-of-way. This is the case "if such blind or partially blind pedestrian shall extend before him at arm"s length a cane white…...

5+ day, 4+ hour ago (450+ words) Drivers should consider the security implications before using the new mode DRIVERS who own a particular car won't need to worry about keeping warm if stranded, thanks to this car's unique feature. Tesla Model Y's camp mode is a hack for any driver planning on camping or who finds themselves accidentally lost with no electricity in sight. The camp mode provides USB ports so passengers can charge their devices." When in camp mode, the car enters a low-power state to conserve energy until it can be recharged. Camp mode maintains climate control and keeps the touch screen active without draining the 12-volt battery." Shock moment truck carrying new Tesla EV cars bursts into flames on busy road Tesla recalls THOUSANDS of Elon Musk's Cybertrucks after headlights fall off Campers should set temperatures between 64 and 69 Farenheight for optimal energy conservation." With…...