Motoring

Those who fail the check could face penalties, including fines up to £1,000, penalty points, or even disqualification

Drivers warned of new police checks that could lead to £1,000 fines or a lost licence

The byelaws were recently reviewed by Loch Lomond and The Trossachs National Park Authority

The byelaws were recently reviewed by Loch Lomond and The Trossachs National Park Authority

Laws to address 'irresponsible behaviour' at Loch Lomond come into force

Stuart and Jack McWalters in their 2000 Classic Mini

Stuart and Jack McWalters in their 2000 Classic Mini

Vintage car event contends with 'dreadful' weather to show off classics

Car enthusiasts of the future, Brody Paterson, aged two, and Bobby Hopkins, aged seven, having fun despite the weather.

Car enthusiasts of the future, Brody Paterson, aged two, and Bobby Hopkins, aged seven, having fun despite the weather.

Clubs and societies

PICTURES: Classic cars make a special show on their visit to Helensburgh

Ross Balfour enjoying his relaxation time using the new campervan

Ross Balfour enjoying his relaxation time using the new campervan

'Meet Jolly': New campervan joins Helensburgh HMNB Clyde for submariners

Drivers of all experience levels can come along to gain valuable advice

Drivers of all experience levels can come along to gain valuable advice

Helensburgh drivers invited to brush up on skills at event with motoring experts

Are you thinking about buying an electric car in 2024?

Are you thinking about buying an electric car in 2024?

Why buying a new petrol car instead of an EV could cost you £700 more a year

The RAC urged Brits to avoid leaving their cars idle in the period post-Christmas and returning to work.

The RAC urged Brits to avoid leaving their cars idle in the period post-Christmas and returning to work.

Drivers issued with warning over 'flat battery blues' this January

Adding only half a tank of petrol at a time can save you money, as it reduces the weight of your car and therefore uses less fuel

Adding only half a tank of petrol at a time can save you money, as it reduces the weight of your car and therefore uses less fuel

How to save money on your petrol and the best ways to fill up revealed

27% of 2000 drivers surveyed said they'd failed to act on warnings following the mandatory safety check and have waited 'months’ to replace their tyres.

27% of 2000 drivers surveyed said they'd failed to act on warnings following the mandatory safety check and have waited 'months’ to replace their tyres.

Millions of drivers not considering unsafe tyre 'ramifications', new survey says

According to the Highway Code drivers may use front or rear fog lights but must switch them off when visibility improves

According to the Highway Code drivers may use front or rear fog lights but must switch them off when visibility improves

Drivers risk £50 fine for common winter mistake, expert warns

A Compare the Market study found six million drivers were risking a £50 fine every time they encountered a roundabout

A Compare the Market study found six million drivers were risking a £50 fine every time they encountered a roundabout

Millions of drivers risking £50 fine over common roundabout mistake

A businessman is to be

A businessman is to be

Businessman reported for alleged illegal supply of registration plates

Over 600,000 British drivers have six or more points on their driver's licence.

Over 600,000 British drivers have six or more points on their driver's licence.

Over 600,000 UK drivers 'one touch of their phone' away from disqualification

Smoking, littering and being sick are among the most annoying things passengers can do in the car, according to UK drivers.

Smoking, littering and being sick are among the most annoying things passengers can do in the car, according to UK drivers.

Drivers share the 10 most annoying things passengers do - are you guilty of any?

The Helensburgh Vintage and Classic Car Run was hosted this weekend

The Helensburgh Vintage and Classic Car Run was hosted this weekend

Picture Special

Stunning display of vintage cars stop in Helensburgh for annual parade

Drivers caught allegedly on the roads without insurance

Drivers caught allegedly on the roads without insurance

Helensburgh drivers reported for 'driving without insurance' on roads near town

Allan Methven from Cardross with his 1974 MGB Roadster

Allan Methven from Cardross with his 1974 MGB Roadster

PICTURES: Classic car enthusiasts bring spirit of bygone age to Rhu

These are the rules you could be breaking, and what you could be fined for doing so

These are the rules you could be breaking, and what you could be fined for doing so

The 14 common driving habits that are breaking the law and could see you fined

Packing a car can lead to huge fines in the UK

Packing a car can lead to huge fines in the UK

Motor experts warn Brits that packing a car this summer can cost you up to £2.5k

If you’re unsure about what may invalidate your insurance and how to stay safe whilst driving on the roads, these are five mistakes to avoid

If you’re unsure about what may invalidate your insurance and how to stay safe whilst driving on the roads, these are five mistakes to avoid

Drivers warned of common mistakes that could invalidate your insurance

More than half of motorist on UK roads are unaware that flashing your lights could result in a fine

More than half of motorist on UK roads are unaware that flashing your lights could result in a fine

Drivers warned they face fines for commonly used 'friendly warning'

Failing to return an expired licence to the Driver and Vehicle Licensing Agency (DVLA) is an offence under the Road Traffic Act 1988

Failing to return an expired licence to the Driver and Vehicle Licensing Agency (DVLA) is an offence under the Road Traffic Act 1988

UK drivers warned of £1,000 fine for overlooked licence detail

Most people didn't pass the test last year

Most people didn't pass the test last year

Helensburgh and Lomond: 2022 driving test pass rates revealed

How to sell a financed car

How to sell a financed car

Everything you need to know about selling your financed car

Helensburgh drivers offered safety and skills training by police and IAM

Helensburgh drivers offered safety and skills training by police and IAM

Helensburgh drivers offered safety and skills training by police and IAM

These are 10 of the most common mistakes made by drivers when taking their driving test

These are 10 of the most common mistakes made by drivers when taking their driving test

Expert reveals 10 things you'll need to avoid if you want to pass your driving test

Drivers can brush up on their road safety

Drivers can brush up on their road safety

Helensburgh drivers invited to free skills assessment drop-in event

The number of parking tickets issued has more than doubl;ed

The number of parking tickets issued has more than doubl;ed

Revealed: How many parking tickets have been issued by Argyll and Bute wardens

Pay and display parking will also be free

Pay and display parking will also be free

Local government

Free off-street parking in run-up to Christmas

Disabled drivers in Helensburgh say non blue badge holders are taking up dedicated bays

Disabled drivers in Helensburgh say non blue badge holders are taking up dedicated bays

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Disabled drivers' fury at non 'blue badge' holders taking up Helensburgh spaces

Andrew and Diane Meek from Lenzie with their beautiful 1913 Darracq TT13

Andrew and Diane Meek from Lenzie with their beautiful 1913 Darracq TT13

IN PICTURES: Stunning fleet of classic cars rolls into Rhu

Tarbet is an increasingly popular spot for visitors (Image - Google Street View)

Tarbet is an increasingly popular spot for visitors (Image - Google Street View)

Parking charges come to Tarbet picnic site as overnight spaces loom

Emergency services were called to Cardross on Sunday night

Emergency services were called to Cardross on Sunday night

Man dies after crash involving car and pedestrian in Cardross

Police Scotland is urging bikers to take care

Police Scotland is urging bikers to take care

Police biker issues plea to motorcyclists as traffic increases during summer

Fraser Anderson and his co-driver Sinclair Young were forced into early retirement on Sunday in the first Junior British Rally Championship event of the season (Photo - Fraser Anderson Rallying on Facebook)

Fraser Anderson and his co-driver Sinclair Young were forced into early retirement on Sunday in the first Junior British Rally Championship event of the season (Photo - Fraser Anderson Rallying on Facebook)

Motorsport: Brake failure ends Fraser Anderson's Essex rally dreams

Electric Vehicles make up just 0.62 per cent of all licensed vehicles in West Dunbartonshire

Electric Vehicles make up just 0.62 per cent of all licensed vehicles in West Dunbartonshire

New research finds Helensburgh drivers not buying electric vehicles

A tax text scam is just one of a few scams that drivers have fallen for in the past. (PA)

A tax text scam is just one of a few scams that drivers have fallen for in the past. (PA)

DVLA issue warning of 5 scams that could cost drivers up to £5,000

The Rest and Be Thankful will remain closed due to high saturation and expected heavy rainfall

The Rest and Be Thankful will remain closed due to high saturation and expected heavy rainfall

A83 diversion in place until Thursday as trunk road closes due to bad weather

The East Clyde Street Esso Express garage is out of fuel (Photos: Brian Welsh)

The East Clyde Street Esso Express garage is out of fuel (Photos: Brian Welsh)

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'No fuel of any grade': Helensburgh petrol station closes amid shortages

The incident happened near Helensburgh reservoir, travelling into the town at the north end of Sinclair Street

The incident happened near Helensburgh reservoir, travelling into the town at the north end of Sinclair Street

Police launch ‘dangerous driving’ probe as cyclist 'nearly hit head on by car'

The Grampian Rally will be Fraser Anderson’s first senior rally in Scotland (Photo - Paul Evans)

The Grampian Rally will be Fraser Anderson’s first senior rally in Scotland (Photo - Paul Evans)

Teen rally star Fraser Anderson all set for Grampian challenge

The classic car tour returns this weekend, stopping off at Cove Burgh Hall

The classic car tour returns this weekend, stopping off at Cove Burgh Hall

Classic car tour returns to Helensburgh and Lomond - here's where to watch

There will be dual carriageway lane closures as a result of the work

There will be dual carriageway lane closures as a result of the work

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Drivers warned over A82 roadworks as lane closures planned

The DVLA has issued a warning to drivers in the UK

The DVLA has issued a warning to drivers in the UK

DVLA issues warning to everyone with a driving licence in the UK