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Learning to drive? Which gearbox should you choose?

Automatic vs manual is more than just an argument at the pub; it can affect your options and your career prospects in the future. If you learn to drive and pass your test in an automatic car you won’t be

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Motorbike helmet standards in the UK (+crash test videos)

It’s illegal to wear a helmet that doesn’t meet safety standards. Occasionally you will hear of helmets being sold that don’t meet the critera, but they are swiftly removed. Retailers can be fined for supplying helmets that don’t meet standards.

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What motorbikes can you ride as a learner?

In the UK our range of motorcycles is fairly restricted compared to other countries such as Australia or New Zealand. Over there they have a system whereby almost all bikes under 660cc with a power-to-weight ratio of 150kW per tonne

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Drink driving limits

280 people were killed in drink driving accidents in the UK in 2012. While this is down over 75% since 1979, alcohol has become more readily available and in more drinkable forms such as RTDs (ready-to-drink) and alcopops. How do

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What is sign clutter and how does it get reduced?

Sign clutter is when there are more traffic signs, road markings and traffic signals than are necessary to convey enough information to allow a road user to drive safely. Over time, signs can be added without consideration to existing signs,

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Choosing a quiet car: better for driving and concentration

Noise is a distraction when driving, and not just the type of noise that your mates make when you’re coming back from a party. In this article we’ll cover off why you should choose a quiet car, and how you

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Driving in hot weather

The Highway Code has limited advice regarding driving in hot weather: Rule 237 Keep your vehicle well ventilated to avoid drowsiness. Be aware that the road surface may become soft or if it rains after a dry spell it may

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