Motorbikes can make better progress through traffic by using lanes that other vehicles can’t access. Here are the lanes motorcycle riders can use, and when. Bus lanes While many roading authorities know that motorbikes ease congestion there’s no blanket rule…
Group motorbike rides are more fun with friends, but with too many it can be both frustrating and dangerous unless you set the rules early and have a plan. Ideal group size The ideal group size is a small group. If…
In some years several million vehicles are affected by recalls to change or update parts to fix safey problems. Vehicles are complex machines and it’s very difficult to eliminate 100% of the weaknesses. Some of these are minor, but occasionally a…
Whether you’re selling your car because you need the cash, you think it’s time for a change, or your circumstances are different now, it helps to consider how to get the best price for your car. There are some choices…
Learners on motorways Learner drivers will be allowed on motorways – this is common sense as driving on a motorway requires a different set of skills for merging at speed from a slip road, anticipating traffic on both sides of…
The fine for using a mobile phone while driving is six points and a fine of £200 (up from 3 points and £100). Learner drivers: The law is especially tough on new drivers. Drivers must not amass more than six points in…
The UK’s traffic light colours conform to the international norm of red, yellow (amber) and green, but their phasing is different from some other countries. What is the traffic light phase or cycle? Lights go from red to red and…