Jarrod

Jarrod Partridge is the founder of Motoring Chronicle and an FIA accredited journalist with over 30 years of experience following motorsport and the global automotive industry. A member of the AIPS International Sports Press Association, Jarrod has covered Formula 1 races and automotive events at venues around the world, bringing first-hand insight to every race report, car review, and industry analysis he writes. His work spans the full breadth of motoring — from the latest EV launches and road car reviews to the cutting edge of motorsport competition.

How Britain’s Heatwaves Are Silently Damaging Your Tyres and What to Check Before Any August Drive

UK roads have been subjected to extraordinary heat this summer, ...
London. UK- May 04. 2026. The Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency sign by the entrance to a driving test centre with the building in the background. — Photo by MingPhoto

Learner Drivers Could Be Forced to Wait Six Months Before Taking Their Test Under a Major Government Proposal

The government is considering introducing a minimum waiting period between ...

Caught Without a Seatbelt? Three Penalty Points Could Be Added to Your Licence Under New Government Plans

The government is considering making failure to wear a seatbelt ...
Closeup above application for a driving licence on the table.

Your Driving Licence Is Going Digital This Year and You Will Carry It on Your Phone

The moment UK drivers have waited years for is finally ...
Man and woman signing hire car agreement and car insurance at airport

Car Hire Firms Charge £232 a Week for Cover You Can Buy for £2 a Day

A week's car hire excess cover bought at the rental ...
Stressed man having trouble with broken car looking in frustration at failed engine

Why Your Breakdown Cover Renewal Price Just Jumped by 50 Percent

One driver's RAC breakdown cover jumped from £125 to £190.99 ...
Hatchback carefully turning through a low-traffic neighbourhood area

Croydon Drivers Fined by Unlawful LTNs Can Now Claim Refunds Online

Drivers fined under six Croydon low traffic neighbourhood schemes that ...
Hatchback being loaded onto tow truck with police on site

How Much More It Will Cost to Get Your Car Back If Police Seize It

Police can already charge £192 to recover a car from ...