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How is the money split when you buy a litre of petrol?

When you pay for your petrol the money is divided into two sections: money that goes towards providing the fuel itself and money that goes to the government (taxes and duties). It’s for this reason that large swings in the…

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Can you use an electric bike for your motorcycle test?

Electric scooters and motorbikes Electric motorcycles and mopeds must have the same engine power as the petrol version and must be able to maintain that power for at least 30 minutes. You will fail your test if your electric motorbike…

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How are roads designed?

When a road needs to be designed, the manuals for these are produced by Highways England. There are 16 documents which comprise the Design Manual for Roads and Bridges (DMRB); they can be found here. The manuals contain all process from…

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How long do lorry tyres last?

Tyre longevity is an important consideration for freight and transport companies to maintain their margins. The lifespan of a lorry tyre depends on how it’s used and what conditions it is exposed to. What influences tyre wear on a lorry?…

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When are you not permitted to drive?

If you are on private land you can drive virtually any vehicle at any time as long as you have the permission of the landowner, you are not causing a nuisance and your vehicle does not contravene any local laws.…

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Can you drive at night as a learner driver?

If you haven’t passed your practical driving test yet, are you allowed to drive at night in the UK? In the UK we don’t have a graduated driver licence system like they do in Australia and New Zealand where, after…

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What is a hubodometer?

A hubodometer is a device mounted on a vehicle’s axle which gives a readout of the distance it has travelled. How are hubodometers used? Hubodometers give a reliable recording of either miles or kilometers and are used on heavy vehicles…

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