Recent cold weather has caused a steep increase in the amount of vehicles being damaged by potholes. This is caused by rainwater, which gets into cracks within tarmac, due to cold weather this then freezes and expands within the crack causing the bitumen to break up. The consistent cold weather meant this has been happening […]

UK roads are in a sorrowful state, due to the increasing amount breakdowns caused by potholes. The government announced in October 23 that they would put forward £8.3bn of extra funding, spread over the next 11 years to fix the pesky potholes. Britain’s ‘pothole plague’ took even more of a toll on drivers in 2023 […]

Driving is an integral part of life for many people, but for those just starting out, learning to drive can be a daunting process. Driving schools are a great way for new drivers to learn the basics, and even more experienced drivers can benefit from further instruction. Here are just a few of the ways […]

CARS could soon “talk” to each other to warn of dangers such as ice and potholes. Sensors would scan for risks then use high-speed, low-delay 5G technology to share information across several  miles. Traffic accidents, which account for more than 1.3million deaths and 50million injuries worldwide every year, would plummet as a result, experts predict. […]

Do you think the hazard perception test is outdated? Children on scooters, potholes and pedestrians on phones should be included. Half of the people asked during the new study that they weren’t prepared for the hazards they were faced when they passed their test. It should be updated to include modern hazards including potholes, couriers, children on scooters, […]

Any driver worth their salt will tell you about the challenges that can present themselves to you when you’re driving – It might be dangerous weather conditions, malfunctioning components on your vehicle, or even something as simple as a pot-hole that can trip you up. One thing you should never let become an obstacle however, […]

If you’re an experienced driver, you are likely familiar with the variety of challenges you can be presented with on a daily basis when behind the wheel – Poor weather conditions making roads unsafe, bad driving by other drivers, and even failures with your own vehicle causing you to break down. One other issue that […]

Restricted visibility through your windscreen is a common reason for your car to fail its MOT. This could be due to worn wipers, a dirty windscreen or no washer fluid – but cracks and chips caused by stones and road debris, extreme cold or structural weakness are a major cause. A small crack of about […]

When it comes to driving, we all want to make our lives a little easier. This might mean avoiding the roads outside schools during school run times, or choosing a less busy route to work on your commute each day – Why make life more difficult? One good tip is to consider the road condition. […]

Chancellor George Osborne has said fuel duty is to remain frozen in his Autumn Statement. The freeze has been confirmed to last until May 2015. Many motorists have seen this freeze on duty as a very welcome relief; however, there seemed to be disappointment amongst some motorists who would rather see fuel duty reduced and […]