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Seatbelt laws – clarification (especially relating to classics)

17th February 2023

What classic (and other) vehicle owners need to know about seatbelt laws... Quotezone.co.uk tells us: Classic car owners are being told to brush up on their understanding of seatbelt laws in old vehicles, else risk a hefty fine and penalty points. Motoring experts at Quotezone.co.uk have clarified what the UK seatbelt laws means for classic car drivers, and researched the rules … [Read more...]

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