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What is the real cost of a road accident?

It’s easy to see the physical result of bent metal in a road accident – we are aware of the insurance costs to repair the vehicles – but there is a broader social cost which is often hidden. This is…

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What to do if your brakes fail while driving

While it’s unlikely that you will experience complete brake failure, some motorists will experience a reduction in braking power at specific times, depending on what type of driving they do. There are three things that cause this: Brake fade Driving…

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Different types of forklift truck

Forklift trucks are used to move heavy items, usually on pallets. They range from simple pump trucks used in warehouses through to giant forklifts used in ports and for specialist applications. Hand pallet trucks (pump trucks) The operator ‘pumps’ the…

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What kind of literacy and numeracy skills does a truck driver need to have?

Truck drivers need to be able to read, write, speak, listen, work with numbers, work with technology and think critically to overcome problems. If you are considering being a truck driver, have a relative who is considering being a truck…

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Will electric vehicles reduce road noise?

Road noise can be quite disturbing for people who live close to a road. It can wake them up at night and generally adds to a background noise which reduces a person’s peaceful enjoyment. Are electric cars the answer to…

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Crash for cash and vehicle insurance scams

What is crash for cash? Crash for cash (sometimes called cash for crash) is where one or more criminals deliberately cause a crash in order to defraud the insurance company. The most common scenario is a car in front of…

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Bus lane rules

What is a bus lane? A bus lane is a lane reserved for the use by buses with a minimum number of seats and is marked by a thick white line. Different towns and cities have different rules about bus…

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