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DON’T GET BANNED FROM DRIVING, KNOW THE RULES OF THE ROAD
A Scottish Premier League footballer player, Mihael Kovacevic, 25, learnt the hard way after a misunderstanding lead to a four month driving ban. The player had been convicted of a driving offence in 2011 and along side community service, a fine and a driving ban, he was also ordered to sit his driving test again. […]
Rewriting the Road Safety Rules
In the USA they are already making plans to rewrite their road safety rules in better preparation for driverless cars. There are talks of scarping the safety rules mandating steering wheels, pedals and mirrors. It is said that they could possibly be removed from the safety manuals and cars to help cut the cost of producing […]
Road Rules Involving Emergency Vehicles
Picture the scenario; you are in your car, stuck at the front of a long line of traffic, waiting for the light to turn green, when suddenly, flashing lights appear behind you, sirens screaming and urging all drivers to clear a path immediately. You have a choice, you can either remain stationary, and allow this […]
Change In DVSA Driving Test Rules
By now most people are aware of the huge backlog since covid regarding driving tests, the DVSA have been working hard to help reduce the waiting time learners have to wait in order to book a practical driving test. Their aims are to ensure learners who fail their practical driving test are better prepared […]
Navigating the Road to Safety
Driving is an essential skill that provides mobility, independence, and convenience. However, it is also a significant responsibility, as the act of operating a vehicle affects not only our own lives but also the lives of others on the road. In this article, we explore the multifaceted aspects of the art of driving, emphasizing the […]
New strict rules may be forced upon Cyclists
The Mirror initiates this discussion, presenting the idea that Cyclists may need to employ number plates upon their bikes and may also be required to have insurance under new road laws currently being considered by Government. This would ensure a whole new dimension of cycling will be ushered in as a cyclist can no longer […]
GB number plate sticker: What do Brits use abroad now after rule change?
Is the GB number plate sticker still valid abroad? No, the UK must now remove old-style GB stickers or cover them up. Now they should display a UK sticker or have the UK identifier on their number plate. The UK government guidance has been in place since Tuesday, September 28th 2021. The change was made […]
New Road Laws for Common offence
Proposals for an outright ban on pavement parking have been mooted. Most of us have done it occasionally, some of us even do it semi regularly. Parking on the pavement, or at least partially on the pavement is a common site on London’s streets with spaces at a premium. But the act could soon be […]
BRITS tiring of lockdown have hit the roads this week – with the AA seeing a 10 per cent rise in journeys since the start of restrictions.
BRITS tiring of lockdown have hit the roads this week – with the AA seeing a 10 per cent rise in journeys since the start of restrictions. As the UK heads towards the fifth week of full coronavirus lockdown more people have been seen struggling to stick to the rules. As Brits were first easing […]
Road Safety and Devices
Do you know the road safety rules? And do you follow them? One of the biggest road safety rules that many people break is using their mobile phone. Once the car’s engine has been started you can no longer touch your phone, regardless of whether you’re at a traffic light or stuck in standstill traffic. New rules […]