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Sun dazzle (sun strike) accidents increased 12% in 2012

The Department for Transport’s Reported Road Casualties in Great Britain: 2012 Annual Report shows that the sun accounted for around 2905 accidents in the year, up from 2592 in 2011, TRL reports. Of course, you can’t really infer anything from…

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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…

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Self-driving cars are coming: will you even need a licence?

Self-driving, driverless or autonomous cars are going to change your life in ways you can’t even imagine. We’re entering an era where many people will choose to predominantly be a passenger in their own cars rather than have the pleasure…

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The 6 biggest distractions when driving

Food Many of you will have read about the 1994 case when Stella Liebeck sued McDonalds because she spilled coffee in her lap causing third degree burns in her pelvis region. She had to have skin grafts, eight days in…

Getting a heavy vehicle driving licence in the UK

You have to apply for the correct provisional entitlements if you want to become a lorry or coach driver. If you wish to drive a lorry or a coach as a profession you’ll have to complete the Driver Certificate of…

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Tips to help you stay under the speed limit

Speed limit enforcement is a major focus by police and traffic agencies globally. There are a number of reasons for this: faster speeds mean you are less likely to survive an accident and (in general) more likely to have one,…

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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