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How to report traffic crime

If you witness a traffic crime, accident or incident while driving there are two numbers you can call: 999 if it’s an emergency, or 101 if it’s not an emergency. Sometimes you will have to use your judgement. The following is…

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Recognising the signs of driving tired and what to do about them

Driving while tired can affect your concentration and reactions enough to make it as bad as driving drunk. If you leave it too long you will eventually fall asleep and have an accident that’s usually worse than if you had…

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Car dashboard warning lights explained

Right in front of you on your dashboard are a number of warning lights which illuminate to tell you if something is either critically wrong or could go wrong soon. In general red lights should be paid immediate attention while…

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List of Road Safety organisations in the UK

Following are a number of active road safety organisations which can provide various services and advice for different types of road users. Bikesafe – specifically for motorcyclists. Provide advice and workshops. Brake – promote road safety awareness, safe and sustainable road…

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What are penalty points or endorsements?

If you are convicted of a motoring offence, the courts can fine you and add points to, or ‘endorse’, your driving licence. These endorsements stay on your licence for a number of years (either four or 11 depending on the…

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How does ABS (Anti-lock Braking System) work?

ABS is a system which prevents the wheels from locking, or stopping, in order to avoid a skid while braking. It doesn’t stop the vehicle from sliding sideways but, assuming that it is stopping in roughly a straight line, will…

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Should you leave your car idling when you are stationary at traffic lights?

More and more cars are appearing with stop/start technology which automatically shuts off the engine if the car stops, then starts it again once the driver either presses the clutch or releases the brake (depending on whether it’s a manual…

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