Drivers 'distracted by diving birds'
Motorists driving through Gretna Green are being warned to keep their eyes on the road after a number have been distracted by a huge flock of birds.

Motorists driving through Gretna Green are being warned to keep their eyes on the road after a number have been distracted by a huge flock of birds.
Drivers across the country are being warned to stay alert to thieves when defrosting their cars.
Motorists who are planning to drive through Europe are being urged to double check their insurance policy before they head out.
Concerns have been raised after new figures show that uninsured drivers are costing other motorists thousands of pounds.
Be prepared to receive a higher car insurance quote if your name is James or William, after recent research from Confused.com, declared that drivers with these names are most prone to an accident.
Even celebrities suffer from the problem of being hit by uninsured drivers, as Drew Barrymore found out this week, states the website MoneyExpert.com
Two thirds of Britons that drive abroad end up involved in some kind of accident, new research has found.
As the costs of many products in the UK continue to rise and the value of houses continues to decrease, many residents are considering the option of emigrating to a better economy abroad.
When looking for the cheapest car insurance it has been found that men pay nine per cent more for their car insurance than women.
With millions of Britons considering a road trip this summer, drivers have been urged to check their cars for any potential problems before they go abroad to lower the risk of having any accidents.
Motorists looking to go on a European holiday that provides them with the best value for money when using their car should travel to Spain, according to new research.
Female drivers are finding themselves paying over the odds for their car insurance from some firms, new research has found.
Car drivers that may be struggling for extra spending money as the pound falters to a record low against the Euro, have been given some tips on how to make their money go further by Lauren Thompson in the Times.
Motorists looking to make save money on their car insurance have been advised by recent research to drive in the correct glasses.
Enthusiasts of the TV show Pimp My Ride who take to personalising their own cars, have been told by the website onlyfinance.com to check that the upgrades are covered in their car insurance policies.
Worryingly for the government, the number of motorists hitting the roads with vehicles that are unregistered, not taxed, have no motor insurance or are not roadworthy has increased in the last year.
European car drivers looking to cut the costs of their car insurance policies have been given some tips on how to do so by the Money Magazine.
Motorists have been told to shop around for cheaper car insurance as a way of compensating for rises in other road costs.
Millions of motorists may have to face up to the reality that it may cost more to have a car on the road than the vehicle is actually worth.
Drivers that intend to put their European car insurance to good use by taking to the roads of France in the coming months should be aware of changes to driving laws in the country.
Drivers that use a sat-nav could see a reduction in the cost of their car insurance renewals after it has been stated that GPS systems have a positive influence on a driver's road safety.
With motorists always on the lookout for ways to lower the costs of keeping their vehicle on the road, bestsyndication.com has come up with some ways to possibly get cheaper car insurance.
British drivers heading off to the continent this summer have been advised by the Independent to make sure they are appropriately covered by their European car insurance.
Motorists intent on driving their vehicles on foreign soil this year, have not only been warned to make sure they have European car insurance, but that they should also confirm they are driving with comprehensive cover.
With thousands of motorists more prone to having an accident on European roads due to their lack of experience, drivers have been given some tips on how to be safer when venturing into the unknown.
As many motorists look to drive their vehicle overseas this summer for a short weekend break, they have been warned not to do so without having a suitable level of car insurance.
Over half of the drivers that took part in a recent poll have at some point had to claim on their car insurance, it has been found.
Motorists coming up to renewing their car insurance should have a close inspection of what a car insurance quote is actually covering them for.
Over 18 million British drivers believe they would fail their driving test if they had to sit it again now, it has been stated.
Many drivers are considering lowering the cover of their car insurance as a way of dealing with the financial constraints brought on by the current credit crunch, it has been revealed.
Learner drivers will have to abide by a new law on the road from today, as they have to be accompanied by a passenger who has held a licence for at least two years.
Drivers who use a sat nav when on the roads may soon be able to have access to road safety maps, it has emerged.
Having penalty points on a driving licence can cost a motorist £370 more than it would cost a driver with a clean licence, it has been found.
Young drivers could soon have access to cheaper car insurance quotes as the government plans to announce new measures this summer to minimise the age-based prejudice on the road.
Removing traffic lights from roads could help to make them safer, it has been stated.
Men are most likely to become stressed behind the wheel if they get caught in a traffic jam, new research has found.
Motorists expecting to drive their car across the continent this summer have been told by AA Insurance to carefully check their car insurance policies to make sure they have adequate European car insurance.
One of the reasons why some drivers in Britain may be paying high prices for their car insurance could be because Britons are among the worst countries in Europe for drink-driving, according to new study.
As National Oil Check Day approaches towards the end of July, motorists are being told that regularly checking a vehicle's oil levels could save them from costly repairs.
Motorists who don't want to see rises in their car insurance should make an extra effort to follow all rules on the road.
Holidaymakers taking their car to the continent in the coming months have been warned that it is not only their European car insurance they should be checking before setting off on their travels.
Motorists have been advised to fully understand the laws and regulations relating to car modifications, as some people are unaware that making changes to their vehicle could cause a huge hike in their car insurance premiums.
Motorists who do not want to see hikes in their car insurance have been told of the locations where it is most likely that there vehicle will be stolen.
Car insurance companies are having to deal with high levels of fraudulent claims, according to new figures.
Motorists who want to personalise their vehicle with their own modifications have been told to understand the law before they go out and have the work completed.
Motorists looking to keep down the costs of their car insurance may have the most to fear from women, according to recent research.
Many motorists are thinking carefully about investing their money in smaller cars, in a bid to help lower the costs of driving in Europe this year, it has been stated.
Car insurance companies may be forced into restructuring the way they offer policies, as plans to introduce a Single Equality Bill may have a negative impact on the insurance industry.
Many motorists are turning to making fraudulent car insurance claims because they have "genuine financial problems" and "are living beyond their means", it has been stated.
Some motorists are having to claim on their car insurance for an accident involving their vehicle when it is parked up, it has been revealed.
More than two thirds of Brits aged over 55 have suffered some sort of problem when driving abroad, according to recent research from the Foreign and Commonwealth Office (FCO).
While many motorists would expect it more of a natural occurrence to claim on their car insurance for items such as a satnav or a CD player, new research has found a range of more unusual items which have led to a car insurance claim.
With the cost of car insurance, fuel and other motoring needs continuing to rise, many motorists are ditching their vehicles in favour of joining a car club, reports the Guardian.
Motorists looking to cut down on the cost of their car insurance are advised to steer clear of East Anglia and the south of England as these are two locations where windscreen damage is most likely.
A 62-year-old woman has finally passed her driving test after 27 years of trying to don her L-plates.
Nine million motorists will have even more reason to shop around for their car insurance when the government introduces its new road tax reforms.
After collecting a speeding ticket which took the points on her licence to 13, next year Anne Robinson will receive a car insurance quote which is 75 per cent more expensive than what it would have been if she had no points, it has been stated.
Motorists who are taking their chances of not having an accident by not purchasing car insurance have been told by RIAS that they are cost-cutting to a foolhardy extreme.
Motorists who are driving around with poor eyesight are invalidating their car insurance, a new study has declared.
One in every 20 drivers in Peterborough is hitting the road without car insurance, reports the Peterborough Today newspaper.
Motorists in Swindon could see the money they have to stump up for speeding fines used to improve local safety measures.
Teenage drivers should be barred from drinking any alcohol before they get behind the wheel of a car, according to a chief medical officer.
After recent comments from the fraud detection company Absolute that many motorists are now making fraudulent car insurance claims, more research has determined the locations where these claims are likely to be made.
Financially strained car owners will not see their condition become any better as cheap car insurance quotes may be more difficult to come by, according to the latest release of the AA's quarterly British Insurance Premium Index.
One in every ten motorists has stayed loyal to their car insurance provider for over ten years, according to new research.
As rising levels of inflation continue to hit consumers in their pockets, new research has discovered that 1.3 million motorists are considering selling their cars to combat the problem.
Many motorists may be suffering hikes in their car insurance because of bird poo, according to new research.
As well as shopping around for cheaper car insurance quotes, there are many other alternatives for motorists to reduce the costs of taking their cars on the road.
Young drivers tend to have to pay high car insurance premiums because of their inexperience of the road, but new research has discovered that those with the most experience aren't necessarily the most knowledgeable behind the wheel.
Motorists could save more money on their car insurance than their home insurance if they shop around, it has been stated.
Motorists looking to save money on their car insurance have been given some helpful tips by the American Automobile Association (AAA), which could gain them some cheaper car insurance quotes.
As motorists are continually seeing the cost of fuel rise, many of them are unable to fill their tanks causing an increase in the number of vehicles breaking down on British roads.
Sat navs could be the cause of a number of motorists getting caught in hazardous situations, due to their ability to send drivers in the wrong directions, according to Shifnal councillors.
A new approach to try and slow down motorists who break speed limits is being piloted in Essex.
Parents planning on taking their children on a European driving holiday this summer should be warned that it is them and not their children who are most likely to shout the phrase 'are we there yet', according to new research.
Motorists have been advised to take extra care on the roads this summer as children break up for school and prepare for their summer holidays, states the Highways Agency.
Motorists setting off on a European driving adventure this summer, which may see them touring to different areas, have been advised to check if their European car insurance covers them for items left in a vehicle.
Over a quarter of European car drivers who use sat nav to help them find unfamiliar locations have stated that they follow the direction-aiding gadget even when it takes them down unsuitable paths, a survey has found.
Motorists who opt to spend their money on modifying their vehicles have been told that doing so is not necessarily a bad investment.
High numbers of motorists are running the risk of increasing the cost of their car insurance quotes by engaging in potentially hazardous activities when behind the wheel, it has been claimed.
Motorists believing that adding extra safety features to their vehicles will drastically reduce the cost of their car insurance have been told that this may not necessarily be the case.
European car insurance customers looking to have a positive impact on the environment may want to consider buying a Ford Focus after it scooped an award.
Parents who get behind the wheel have even more of a reason to have suitable car insurance, according to a new survey.
Motorists have been advised by Confused.com to make sure they have appropriate levels of car insurance because opportunist thieves will take advantage of any situation.
Car insurance customers seeking ways to lower the costs of driving have been told they could save up to £2 a week on fuel, simply by reversing their car into a parking space.
As well as shopping around for cheaper car insurance, motorists have been told of further ways to cut the costs of keeping a vehicle on the road, by an article in the Times.
Many motorists are failing to carry out standard checks on their cars, leaving them more susceptible to accidents and following on from this, higher car insurance quotes.
Motorists have been advised to check their European car insurance before getting behind the wheel on foreign soil this year.
Many motorists are risking putting themselves in the firing line of an accident by not frequently checking the age of their tyres, according to a new study.
Motorists looking to take advantage of cheaper prices at foreign fuel pumps this summer have been warned to check that their European car insurance efficiently covers them to be on the road in their tourist destination.
Young motorists are being targeted by a new method to help improve their road safety, text messages sent to their mobile phones.
Motorists could face record car insurance premiums soon, highlighting the need for them to shop around for cheaper car insurance quotes.
Almost three quarters of British motorists would consider owning an electric car to combat the rising costs of keeping a vehicle on the road.
Car checking body HPI has warned both dealers and motorists of the growing threat of car cloning.
It isn't only the average driver who should make sure they take out car insurance in case they have an accident, even Formula One drivers are no strangers to the odd bit of rash driving.
Londoners and the Welsh are the least likely to pass their driving test the first time, a new survey has revealed.
The average driver pays around £31 more on their vehicle insurance just to compensate for uninsured motorists, it has been revealed.
Although many motorists may see the search for car insurance as an unnecessary nuisance, a small amount of effort could go a long way on helping a driver make substantial savings, according to an article in the Times.
Motorists on the lookout for cheap car insurance have been provided with some helpful hints of what to do to find the cheapest quote.
Drivers looking to find a cheaper car insurance deal could get a better quote by increasing their excess, it has been claimed.
Motorists have been provided with some factors which may be hindering their search for cheap car insurance, by Insure.com.
Cheap car insurance is being taken away from many motorists because of an increase in the costs of claims, according to an industry expert.
Motorists looking for the best way to save money on their car insurance have been told that the best way of doing so is by shopping around for the cheapest quotes.
Being in a couple rather than living alone can help a person save far more money over their lifetime, it has been stated.
As many students are looking forward to embarking on their first year at university, those who are expecting to take their car as part of the moving out process have been warned of its car insurance impact.
Motorists looking for a vehicle that will provide them with cheaper car insurance should look no further than the Skoda Superb, it has been claimed.
The search to find cheaper car insurance may never have been more essential after new analysis reveals that car insurance costs have risen faster than the rate of inflation during the last decade.
With the credit crunch forcing people to cut back on their purchases, many Brits are choosing to haggle over the price of goods to make savings, new research has found.
The levy on car insurance policies which currently stands at £30 could be reduced if new measures are put in place, it has been claimed.
Motorists looking for ways to keep the costs of their first car down, should look for a vehicle in a low car insurance bracket which offers good fuel consumption, according to an article in the Independent.
Motorists trying to do their bit for the environment by going more green with their car insurance have been told that they will be hit in the pocket for doing so.
With many motorists seeking ways of reducing the costs of running a vehicle, looking for cheaper car insurance is one way that this can be done, it has been stated.
New motorists looking for a beginner's guide of how to get the cheapest car insurance have been offered some tips on the subject by an article in the Independent.
Those that do abide by the law and take out a car insurance policy are having to pay extra for those who don't, according to the Association of British Insurers (ABI).
Doing research before buying car insurance is one of the best ways a person can cut their cost of motoring, according to an article in the Telegraph.
Motorists tend to spend around four hours scouring the internet in search of cheaper car insurance, it has been stated.
Army officers are among those who may struggle most to obtain cheap car insurance, according to new research.
Many motorists are taking to the roads without car insurance because it can be more expensive than the value of the car they are driving, it has been stated.
Motorists are seeing little respite in the costs associated with their car insurance, with the latest figures from the AA's benchmark British Insurance Premium Index showing continuation of the upward trend.
Some interesting research has been conducted using the identities of some of our favourite celebrities to show how subjects such as the car a person drives and the job they have can impact their car insurance.
Motorists looking to lower their driving costs by purchasing a cheaper vehicle may be benefitted by new research from swiftcover.com.
Motorists are not really saving money on the road as petrol prices slowly begin to reduce, because they are having to pay out the savings on rising car insurance quotes.
Women are often provided with a cheaper car insurance quote because they have far less costly claims if they have an accident compared with those of men, a car insurance provider has revealed.
Rising numbers of people making personal injury claims is putting increasing pressure on the motor insurance industry.
Motorists looking for ways to reduce the cost of a car insurance quote have been given some handy advice by moneysupermarket.com on ways in which this can be achieved.
When it comes to vehicle theft, motorists in East Sussex are the most likely to make a claim on their car insurance for the problem, new data has revealed.
Motorists contemplating cancelling their car insurance as a result of parking their second or third vehicles in a garage permanently to cut costs have been advised to give the idea a second thought.
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Although in terms of the cost of a car insurance quote it is young drivers who are seen to be the most likely to be involved in an accident, new research has suggested this may not be the case.
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Almost seven in every ten motorists across the UK have admitted to drinking and driving at least once in the past five years, according to new research.
Over 6,000 vehicles were seized by Thames Valley Police in 2008 as a result of their drivers failing to have cheap car insurance or a driving licence, the Bucks Free Press reports.
Many motorists could make financial savings as a result of a government crackdown targeting cowboy garages.
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