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Beat the Car Dealers at Their Own Game
If you are looking to buy a car, whether new or used, then chances are that you will be making a spending commitment that will leave a large hole...
Car Cockpit and Safety Checks
Cockpit checks should be carried out every time you get in the car. There are several different elements to this which need to be thoroughly checked before you set...
Child Seat and Isofix Safety
Even in a car crash taking place at the speed limit of 30mph, a child can be thrown through a windscreen at a force of up to 60 times their own body weight....
Driving and Airbag Safety
Airbags were invented in the 1950s and were designed to prevent drivers and passengers from suffering head injuries during a car crash. However, the speed at which...
Driving Fitness
A big part of being a safe driver is being fit to drive in the first place, and knowing when this is the case. If you have a condition that affects or is likely to...
Driving: How to Keep a Clear Mind and Avoid Distractions
Loss of concentration when driving can have catastrophic results. Government and official statistics consistently identify distraction as the...
Everything You Need to Know About Tyres
Your car’s tyres are extremely important in ensuring that your car is performing at its best. They play an important part in how your car handles...
Finding the Right Mechanic or Garage
As anyone who owns a car will know, if you manage to find a reliable mechanic they can be worth their weight in gold. Taking care of your car is vitally important in...
Hazard Perception Skills
Hazard perception skills are an important part of safe driving. Over 3000 people are killed every year in road traffic accidents, and the government hope that...
How to Avoid Getting Car-jacked
It is estimated that more than half a million cars are stolen in the UK every year. Here are some of the ways thieves will try to steal your car, plus tips on how to...
Is Diesel Better Than Petrol?
It is the motoring debate that has been raging for years. Which is better, diesel or petrol?
Ask most motorists which is the ‘better’ fuel, then the...
Preparing For a Car Journey
Before you set off on your car journey, there are several things that you need to take into account. This is particularly the case if your journey will be a...
Spotting Car Related Scams
Car-related scams can prove to be a waste of both your time and your money. Most scams take place when cars are either being bought or sold.
Car fraudsters...
Staying Alert Whilst Driving
Failing to stay alert whilst behind the wheel is one of the biggest causes of road accidents. Losing concentration - even for just a second or two - can be fatal....
The Car Safety Essentials That Every Motorist Should Carry
When the evenings are getting darker and winter approaches, it is important for motorists to be prepared for any potential situation that they...
Tyre Safety and Why it Matters
Make no mistake about it, the four tyres on your vehicle are extremely important when it comes to its smooth running and safety. They are the only point of contact...
Using Mobile Phones in the Car
Using a mobile phone whilst driving is not just dangerous; it's also illegal. Many drivers continue to do so, despite the changes in the law. Research from the UK...
Your Eyesight and Driving
There are strict rules regarding driving and eyesight. If you fail to meet them, the Driver and Vehicles Licensing Agency (DVLA) considers you to be an unsafe driver...
