Driving Coverage

Could privatizing North Carolina's DMV solve customer service woes?

North Carolina lawmakers are considering privatizing some of the DMV's functions, including branch operations and software upgrades, to improve customer service.

Laura Leslie, WRAL capitol bureau chief

How to get the best gas mileage for road trips: Calculators, tips, prices and more

GasBuddy's Patrick De Haan talks about tips for preserving gas mileage for long road trips.

Ryan Bisesi, WRAL multiplatform producer

'Buckle up and slow down' the message after spike in Wake County driving deaths

Wake County is leading the state in the number of fatal crashes. It's a growing trend causing deep heartache for families.

Chelsea Donovan, WRAL reporter

Raleigh drivers worse than average in the rain

Nationwide, data from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration shows that weather plays a role in about 7.6 percent of roadway deaths. In the City of Oaks, that rate is 10 percent. Since 2015, 300 people have died on Raleigh roads, with about 30 of those deaths during bad weather.

Data proves: Raleigh drivers are worse in the rain

The crush of the holiday rush combined with roads slick from rain make for especially dangerous driving conditions. And data shows that danger is higher than average in Raleigh.

Ali Ingersoll, WRAL data reporter

More detours coming as work continues to widen I-440 west of Raleigh

Heads up for drivers across Wake County. Several traffic changes begin this week, including a year-long closure that will impact a section of Beryl Road.

NCDOT expands flood alert system to keep drivers safe

New technology is keeping drivers safer when it comes to flash flooding and the NCDOT is behind it.

Brian Shrader, WRAL reporter

How to get a learner's permit in North Carolina: A comprehensive guide

North Carolina, like most states, uses a graduated driver's licensing program. Here is a guide to get you or your teens permit.

Behind the wheel with Thomas Hunter: A spotlight on Jordan Driving School

Jordan Driving School is one of the top driving class in Raleigh serving over 26 schools.

The top 5 driving schools in the Triangle area

If you are a teenager anticipating your freedom or an adult looking to refine your skills, choosing the right driving school in the Raleigh-Durham area is essential.

How to get a North Carolina driver's license: a comprehensive guide

Are you a new resident of North Carolina who needs to transfer your driver's license and register your car? Or are you a resident who has never had a driver's license before? This guide will cover everything you need to know about getting a North Carolina driver's license, including the requirements, the application process and the fees.

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Teens rear-ended by Fayetteville police officer

A Sampson County teen was driving through Fayetteville with a friend when an officer slammed into the back of their car as she was making a left turn.

Raleigh, Durham drivers spend less time in traffic compared to national average

Drivers in the U.S. "lost" an average of 51 hours sitting in traffic last year. That rate is about three and a half times what drivers in Raleigh and Durham see, losing 14 and 16 hours annually.

Raleigh, Durham drivers spend less time sitting in traffic than national average

Drivers in the U.S. "lost" an average of 51 hours sitting in traffic last year. That rate is about 3 and a half times what drivers in Raleigh and Durham see, losing 14 and 16 hours annually.

Ali Ingersoll, WRAL Investigative Data Journalist

'I could have lost my life.' Woman says large rock thrown at her windshield

A Wake County restaurant owner is speaking out to warn commuters after she says someone threw a rock that shattered her windshield on the way home.

Aaron Thomas, WRAL reporter

WRAL Investigates towing laws and how some drivers are still getting the boot

WRAL Investigates new towing laws and why they aren't being enforced everywhere. See why some frustrated drivers were stuck paying hundreds.

Newly added lanes on I-40 now open; eliminates I-40/Clayton Bypass bottleneck

For the first time in 15 years, morning commuters no longer have to deal with the I-40/Clayton Bypass bottleneck.

Driver narrowly escapes parking deck collapse

In Wisconsin, a driver narrowly escaped after a Milwaukee-area parking structure collapsed under the weight of snow.

Check tires, battery, fluids before driving in the cold

The last thing you want is to be stranded when temperatures dip into the single digits.

Man says he was almost killed by driver accused in cyclist's death

Erik Chavez suffered a broken leg and multiple cuts after he was hit alongside I-540 in October. The man who hit him, Blake Grady, has a long list of criminal convictions and multiple DWIs.

Study considers giving green light to coordinating stop lights, shortening drives in Wake County

Driving up on red light after red light is a reality for some living in the Triangle. A new study is looking at ways to coordinate signals across five towns in western Wake County to speed up the commute and cut down on the stop-and-go nature of the average person's drive.

Matt Talhelm, WRAL reporter

WRAL Investigates driverless vehicles: Ready or not, here they come

The future of our driving is just around the corner. There's fast and furious research to create vehicles that will drive us, instead of the other way around. But for now, you can expect to see a gradual increase in driverless vehicles in the Triangle and beyond.

Cullen Browder, WRAL anchor/reporter

WRAL Investigates the future of driverless vehicles in North Carolina

WRAL anchor/reporter Cullen Browder investigates North Carolina law and the technology behind fully autonomous vehicles.

Advanced driving course held for teens in Raleigh

An event at the North Carolina State Highway Patrol Training Center Sunday taught teens advanced driving skills. B.R.A.K.E.S, which stands for "be responsible and keep everyone safe", isn't your typical driver's ed.

Keely Arthur, WRAL 5 On Your Side reporter