How can you disable speed camera alerts in a Nissan Note?

I understand that the French Authorities have banned the use of speed camera detectors and can impose fines up to £1250. I have recently become the owner of a Nissan Note with its fitted Nissan Connect...

Why aren't UK drivers forced to display their insurance status on their windscreens?

I was shocked to discover the number of uninsured drivers in the UK. In France every driver has to display their current insurance on their windscreen. Is this not possible here, or am I missing something?

Is my keyless Audi A8 particularly susceptible to theft and how can I prevent it?

I have a one-year old keyless Audi A8. I have read reports about the theft of such cars. My local Audi dealer says he is not concerned and has had no losses, but should I be worried and are there any...

Do new emissions laws apply to old cars?

Will the Euro VI emissions standards apply to existing diesel engines and would I also need a Nitrogen Oxide trap, or would my 8 year old diesel Merc be OK?

Do I really need to have my Vauxhall Insignia's lights adjusted to drive on the continent?

I am advised by Vauxhall Customer Service that my Insignia (fitted with halogen lights) must have the headlamps adjusted and taped up by a workshop to enable me to travel on the continent. It will be necessary...

What law says speedos are not to under-read?

Is there a law which says speedos are not to under-read?

Did you know that it's actually illegal for petrol stations to advertise the goods they sell?

Apropos your recent article on signposting prices and brands of petrol on the motorway, did you know there is actually a law against declaring what is being sold at petrol stations? This old law goes back...

Are satnav systems with speed camera detection illegal in France?

Unless I've read it wrong, an article in this week's Motorcycle News says that in France it's now illegal to have a satnav with camera site warnings under a new law that came into force on 4 January. Is...

Are satnavs with GPS now illegal in France?

As I understand it, in-car satnavs and mobile phones with GPS facilities are going to be subject to the same law as radar detectors when travelling in France. It's a real nightmare.

Why won't our KIA Venga return its manufacturer-quoted mpg figures?

We have recently bought a new KIA Venga 3 automatic for which the consumption figures were quoted as 48mpg for a long run. We've never had trouble achieving the claimed for mpg in any car in the past....