In the Car

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...

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...

Airbags have prevented thousands of deaths since their introduction as standard within most vehicles in the 1990s. Their use, however, still causes...

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...

Hazard perception skills are an important part of safe driving. Over 3000 people are killed every year in road traffic accidents, and the...

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...

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...

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....

There are strict rules regarding driving and eyesight. If you fail to meet them, the Driver and Vehicles Licensing Agency (DVLA) considers you to...