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Buying a new car: why do all new cars have some miles on the clock?

All new cars will have some mileage on the odometer because they have to be driven. It starts by a short drive from the factory into a holding yard for a short test. Then they are driven from their position in…

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Can you drive if you are ill or disabled?

There are two questions here: Should you drive if you are ill or disabled? Are you allowed to drive if you are ill or disabled? It depends on the illness as to which question you need to ask. If you…

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The ultimate guide to lorry fuel economy

Trucking is a cutthroat business with thin margins, so anything you can do to save fuel makes a big difference to the profitability of the company. Don’t come to a stop unless absolutely necessary: acceleration, anticipation and braking sense Getting…

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Which drivers are most at risk of having an accident?

Young drivers Drivers under 25 make up the largest proportion of people involved in accidents. As driving is complex and relies on experience as a teacher, young drivers’ lack of experience increases the risk. Young drivers can react more quickly…

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Learner drivers on motorways

If a learner driver is accompanied by an Approved Driving Instructor and is driving a car fitted with dual controls, they are allowed to drive on the motorway for lessons if the instructor agrees that the driver is competent enough.…

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Types of vehicle purchase: New, used, trade-in, ex-demo and more

Brand new This car usually has just a few miles on the clock – perhaps up to 10. It will have only been driven as described above in order to move it on and off transportation options. If the customer…

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How are traffic lights controlled using induction loops?

It’s important to keep traffic flowing on main roads and to interrupt that traffic only when there are vehicles waiting to enter from a side road. This is one of the main uses for induction loops embedded in the road:…

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