Did you know that using your mobile phone while driving makes you 23 times more likely to have a car accident? Texting in particular has become a common distraction for many motorists. It’s important to be aware of the dangers and keep your focus on the road. It might be tempting to pick up your […]

Driving on a hot day can be very uncomfortable. Some cars are fitted with air conditioning, although it comes with a price, and increases fuel usage! Try slowing down to 30mph or under, turn off the air con and open your windows instead. If you’re driving faster than 30mph, it’s advisable to use the air […]

Some motorists are unnerved by night-driving, as statistics reveal that fatal car crashes are actually four times more likely to occur at night than during the day. Some of the reasons for this are obvious, like having reduced visibility, but it’s also because people are more likely to drink and drive in the later hours. Using […]

So you’re working your way through your driving lessons, and so far everything seems to be going swimmingly. You’ve learned the basics of the car controls, mastered being able to pull away and stop, and are perfect in going in a straight line – What else is there to learn? As it turns out, Roundabouts […]

Don’t let those dreaded cones and temporary traffic lights grind your gears. If you aren’t the most patient of drivers, or are in a hurry, why not take an alternative route? You may well find a better way to work that saves on fuel, mileage or precious time. Most importantly, be respectful and understanding – […]

Go easy on the revs and don’t be a speed freak! Sensible drivers save on fuel by taking extra care when on the road. Don’t waste fuel in a tedious traffic jam – if you can avoid the rush hour, great! It’s also a good idea to keep the windows and sunroof closed as this […]

Driving can be a fickle subject. Some people love their cars and can’t wait to get behind the wheel each weekend to go for a drive – Whereas others are glad to pull onto their driveway at the end of the day and to turn the engine off, knowing they don’t need to drive again […]

There’s nothing more daunting to the new or inexperienced driver than the prospect of a long drive ahead of them. The idea of being behind the wheel for several hours at a time, possibly facing traffic on the motorway on your way to a holiday, is enough to discourage even the most confident of drivers […]

There are a variety of hazards you can face when out and about driving – From poor weather conditions rendering road surfaces unsafe to drive on, to high volumes of traffic making the roads busier and therefore more hazardous, there’s certainly no shortage of things to watch out for. But of all the hazards to […]

It’s always easier to drive in areas that you’re more familiar with. Not just because you already know your way around the streets without needing to stop and ask for directions, but also because it helps you to anticipate the traffic levels at certain times of the day to optimise your driving route. For the […]