September 2025
September in Liphook means darker mornings, wet leaves on the A3, and the return of the school-run chaos on the B3004 through Longmoor and past Bohunt. It’s also the time of year when we see more customers worried about new DVLA guidance on medication and driving.
The rules are clear: if you take certain strong painkillers (opioids such as codeine, tramadol or morphine), certain anxiety medications (like diazepam or other benzodiazepines), or some older-style antidepressants that cause drowsiness, you may have to stop
driving – sometimes immediately – and inform the DVLA. Fail to do so and you risk a £1,000 fine, prosecution if you’re involved in an accident, and invalidated insurance.
If you’re worried, speak to your GP, fill in form DRUG1 if needed, and keep driving only if you’re confident you’re safe. If in doubt, don’t.
While you’re getting used to the new routine, book the car in for our September “Back to School Safety Check” – wipers, tyres, lights and brakes all inspected for you by our excellent team. You’re welcome.
