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Car pooling in the UK: advantages, disadvantages and how to do it

What is car sharing? Car sharing (also called carpooling or ridesharing) is sharing a ride with someone who is going to a similar destination as you, but you don’t pay the driver for his or her time. It’s not hitchhiking

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MOT test

How does the MOT work? You can be fined up to £1,000 for driving a vehicle without a valid MOT so it’s important you know the updated rules for getting one for your vehicle. Defect categorisation Defects found during the

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Do you need a first aid kit in your car?

The law There is no law that states you must carry a first aid kit in a private vehicle in the UK. However, if you travel to Europe then you will likely drive in a country, such as Austria, Germany

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Driving while pregnant

There are no laws in the UK to prevent you from driving or being a passenger in a car while pregnant but there are some things you should consider to ensure your trip is safe and comfortable. Should you drive

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Careers in stunt driving: how to become a stunt driver

Vehicle stunts are a major part of many films and TV series whether it’s the big-budget scenes in films such as Mad Max or simply an ambulance driving at speed in Casualty. Stunt driving ranges from precise repetition of specific

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Is it possible to become a better driver by doing an online course?

Driving requires two sets of skills: theory and practical. The theory component comprises road rules from the Highway Code (i.e. things you must or must not do) and guidelines (i.e. things it is best to do or not to do).

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Is it illegal to back out onto a main road?

While it’s not illegal to reverse out of a driveway onto a main road, it’s not advisable. Reversing into the driveway is a better option as you control the traffic flow behind you on the busy road. However, the safest

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