Update Driving tests may be set to resume in July. This date has not been confirmed yet, but it appears that there are plans in place to begin with a limited number of tests being carried out. Candidates may be asked to wear protective face masks, but at this stage […]
The History of the UK Driving Test
1935 The history of the UK driving test begins in 1935. The driving test was first introduced on 16th March by the Road Traffic Act of 1934. At first it was a voluntary test in order to avoid an initial rush of candidates. The first person to actually pass this […]
Should International Driving Permits be Abolished?
Why do I ask the question- should international driving permits be abolished? Because in some countries driving licences are very easy to come by. Applicants need only to pass the most rudimentary of driving tests, or in some cases no test at all that we would recognise. They can then […]
When Can I Drive in a Cycle Lane?
Can I drive in a cycle lane? Before you ask yourself, ‘can I drive in a cycle lane’, ask whether you actually need to. Cycle lanes are obviously meant for bike riders (not motorcycles and mopeds!), but can drivers enter them as well? If a cycle lane lane has s […]
When Should I Use Fog Lights?
Many drivers are not aware of the law on the use of fog lights and will often misuse them. It is only when visibility is seriously reduced below 100m that they should be used. If you pace that you out you will find it is actually not a great distance […]
Giving Signals & When Not to Give Them
When learning to drive, most of us are taught about giving signals for every stop and turn. But is it really necessary, and is there any reason to not give signals if they don’t help anyone? We’re all familiar with the ‘mirror signal manoeuvre’ routine, but the hint is in […]
Flashing Headlights – What Does it Mean?
All cars are equipped with a control for flashing headlights, but when should you use it? Between the hours of 11:30pm and 7am, it is against the law to sound the horn in a built up area. So how do you warn someone? You guessed it; you flash your lights! […]
How to Drive Through Bends Safely
If a driver is ever to leave a country road and end up in a ditch, you can almost guarantee that it’s the result of poor cornering technique. It is quite possible to maintain good progress when driving through bends. You just need to follow some basic rules and plan […]
Braking on Corners & Why You Should Avoid It
If you feel the need to use braking on corners, then you have simply approached too fast. Whenever you approach any kind of bend, to turn at a junction or take a curve in the road, your speed should be at its lowest before you enter it. A car is […]
Why Speed Humps Are A Bad Idea
Well there goes another £250 on the car. It failed its MOT. The cause? Broken coil springs which are the direct result of having to drive over thousands of car breaking speed humps. How I hate those things! You might think someone who has spent so many years in road […]
