Steve Coogan has narrowly avoided a lengthy driving ban after he was caught hitting almost 100mph on the M6. The actor and comedian was spared a six-month disqualification after making the court aware of "a series of important film commitments" he had this year.

Did Steve Coogan just reveal that a fifth season of “The Trip” is on the way? According to a letter sent by the comedian to Birmingham Magistrates Court and obtained by the Evening Standard, the answer is yes.

Actor and comedian Steve Coogan has avoided a total driving ban for third time after being caught travelling up to 97mph on a major UK motorway. The actor was caught speeding on the M6 in a Range Rover in Shropshire last year,