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Uncommon road warning signs in the UK

One of the things that you will often encounter when driving are road warning signs and here in the UK you might find some of them to be eccentric. Below are some of the uncommon warning signs which are not included…

A quick guide to overtaking

We’re all going to come across vehicles travelling slower than us, and that will mean you may need to overtake them. Overtake only when it is safe and legal to do so. Special care should be taken when overtaking vulnerable…

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Driver CPC exemptions take effect today

As of today (November 13) driver CPC exemptions come into effect. They affect people who occasionally drive lorries, buses or coaches as part of their work but never carry passengers or goods, for hire or reward. The exemptions apply mainly…

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New rules on bringing laden vehicles for driving tests

New rules for laden vehicles are coming into effect. You must bring laden vehicles for driving tests in the following categories from Friday 15 November 2013: B+E – car and trailer C1+E – medium sized goods vehicle and trailer C –…

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Got a 20mph limit that’s sprung up near you?

The Association of Chief Police Officers (ACPO) has clarified the position of the police force regarding enforcement of 20mph speed limits, and it’s not going to be good for your wallet. Many local authorities are implementing blanket 20mph speed limits…

Tagged with: 20mph, ACPO, City Safety, EyeSight, Subaru, Volvo
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What is a skid?

If we take a look at the Highway Code rule 119 we get the definition of a skid: Rule 119 Skidding is usually caused by the driver braking, accelerating or steering too harshly or driving too fast for the road…

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Uncommon road information signs in the UK

Information signs are rectangular shaped road signs which advise road users about upcoming lane restrictions, junctions, merging road lanes, and special zones. Below are some of the uncommon information signs which are not included in the Highway Code test that you…

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Posted in Car, Heavy Vehicle, Highway Code, Motorbike, Passenger Vehicle