Darren has owned several companies in the automotive, advertising and education industries. He has run driving theory educational websites since 2010.

Is it illegal to back out onto a main road?

While it’s not illegal to reverse out of a driveway onto a main road, it’s not advisable. Reversing into the driveway is a better option as you control the traffic flow behind you on the busy road. However, the safest…

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Safe strategies for heavy goods vehicle breakdowns and recoveries

If you operate one or more trucks, eventually you’re likely to have a breakdown or a flat tyre which will leave you stranded on the side of the road, regardless of how much preventative maintenance you do. If you do…

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What is the National Speed Awareness Course?

The National Driver Offender Retraining Scheme runs the National Speed Awareness Course (NSAC). The NSAC is a half-day course focusing on speed awareness that is offered to low-level speeders in lieu of 3 points and a fine. Over a million…

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How Should You Be Cautious Around Different Types of Vehicle?

Learning to drive is about more than just knowing how to operate a car. It’s also about knowing how to take your fellow road users into consideration, and adjust your driving in response to the presence and actions of other…

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Dashboard brake warning lights

There are six different lights on your dashboard which warn you about your brakes. When you start your car you’ll see some of them illuminate and then disappear. Brake hydraulics If you are low on brake fluid or there is…

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How can you take an easier theory test?

Abridged theory test Rather than take the 50-question theory test, you can take a 35-question theory test if you have received a Safe Road User award in the last three years. The pass mark is much easier – just 30…

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Rules for overtaking cyclists

Cyclists are vulnerable road users. They have less protection, travel slower than other traffic (in relation to posted maximum speeds) and are more susceptible to be affected by wind and poor road surfaces. With around 3500 cyclists killed or seriously…

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