The Telegraph says anyone caught above the new limit would face an automatic 12-month driving ban, even if they were only just over the threshold.
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Also driving the automatic dialers is an increase in shareholder activism.
From this information, the Automatic app comes up with what it thinks is your driving score for that week -- the higher the number, the better your driving.
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Motorists from all countries are allowed to drive in the UK for a year before being required to take a driving test if they do not qualify for an automatic swap of their foreign licence.
Driving the rear wheels via a sophisticated seven-speed automatic transmission, the two power sources make the S400 feel every bit as lively as the conventional S550 version with its 382-horsepower V8 engine.
The 2013 Nissan LEAF is offered in three well-equipped models, the LEAF S, LEAF SV and LEAF SL. Standard features include a 6-way manual driver's seat, 4-way manual front passenger's seat, trip computer (instant and average energy consumption, driving time, outside temperature and autonomy range), Automatic Temperature Control (ATC), center console storage and 3.6 kW onboard charger.
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In fact, the next generation of automotive technology may employ automatic steering and braking systems that relieve drivers of much of the responsibility for, well, driving.
Although manufacturers and experts are careful to point out that these systems can't undo every fool-hearty driving maneuver, they can, at least, prevent a slight misjudgement from becoming an automatic disaster.
When your driving speed is above 25MPH, the service (which can be disabled if you prefer) sends an automatic SMS response to anyone who calls you or sends a text, letting them know you'll get in touch with them as soon as you've finished your journey.
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