One of the key aspects many drivers seem unaware of is the importance of maintaining comfort when driving, especially on long drives across the country or on motorways. Studies have shown that many drivers are not sat or positioned well enough in their vehicles, leading to an array of issues with comfort such as back […]

Most new drivers, feeling uneasy at first behind the wheel, take solace in going for their first few drives with family or friends in the car with them, safe in the knowledge that if anything bad was to happen they would not be completely alone in the situation. But what happens when you are finally […]

So happy I passed my test today! George is an amazing instructor, he’s patient, calm and has a great sense of humour. He gave me the skills and confidence I needed to pass. I can still hear him now, ‘mirrors in twos!’ Thank you George!

An anti-drink driving campaign has been launched in an unexpected place – the men’s bathroom of a North London pub. The campaign was certainly aimed to hit viewers with the “shock” factor, as a hidden video of the campaign in action shows. The experience caught unsuspecting pub-goers off-guard as they enjoyed an afternoon having a […]

Many drivers are well aware of the presence of emergency vehicles on the road. With their flashing blue and red lights, and screeching sirens wailing from half way down the road, we are taught as driving pupils to notice these from as far off as possible, and to allow them to pass wherever is possible. […]

The Hazard Perception Test has won an award for Road Safety. Research has showed that the Hazard Perception Test is associated with a fall in novice driver collisions. Since its introduction in 2002, it has been praised by many people for its effectiveness and focus on keeping Britain’s new drivers vigilant and safety aware. The […]

A fundamental part of driving is forward planning and awareness. It is also what is assessed during the hazard perception section of the theory test. You should follow these steps: – Scan along the road, looking out for all road users, checking rear-view and door mirrors for signs of vehicles. Get into the habit of doing […]

I passed my driving test thanks to John T, my instructor at Britannia. Although I have previous experience as a driver, I had to get rid of a few nasty habits, such as not looking in the mirrors and not planning ahead well enough, which led me to take last-second decisions in traffic and incur […]

I passed my test last week thanks to my great instructor nick who helped me no end. i had learned how to drive over the years with my friends and family and thought i was a competent driver. Nick took me up on test and he said i needed to check my mirrors a lot […]

Many new and inexperienced drivers are put off by the daunting prospect of driving on the motorway. However this needn’t be as terrifying as most people think if you follow the basic rules. Here are Britannia’s Top Tips for Motorway Driving: – Perform your pre-flight checks. Check your oil, fuel, tyre pressure, brakes, clutch fluid […]