Speed Limits in the UK: Tips for Travelling on Different Types of Road

The UK’s road network can be a complicated place at times. There’s a plethora of road layouts to contend with, endless roundabouts, and obscure signs. However, there’s one thing that doesn’t ...

Be Prepared - Seven Reasons to Take Mock Theory Tests

Some learner drivers breeze into their theory test with a bullish sense of confidence. They naively feel like they’ll be able to pass the exam with flying colours first time round -- solely on the basis tha ...

How to Handle the 7 Types of Vulnerable Road Users

Hazards on the UK’s roads can crop up in the most unexpected of places. And when you’re travelling in residential areas, it’s possible you’ll encounter road users who are vulnerable, need to ...

Are You Ready for Your Car MOT? 11 Things a Mechanic Will Check During a Test

Understanding what’s included in a car MOT helps you make easy fixes in advance of a test, and proves useful if you’re buying a second-hand model. The mechanic’s objective is to examine whether you ...

Driving Test Success Rate: 5 Surprising Facts about the Best and Worst Places in the UK

You wouldn’t necessarily think that you face a postcode lottery when you’re taking your driving test, but when you drill down into official figures from the Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency, the realit ...

Come Prepared - 13 Crucial Things a Mechanic Will Check During a Motorcycle MOT

It’s important to keep a track of whether your motorcycle is covered by an MOT. It can be a costly mistake, with fines of up to £1,000 possible for riders caught without one. Once your motorcycle is three y ...

Underage Drivers: 4 Curious Ideas to Start Driving Early

“It’s Truck Day. I’ve only been driving for 5 months and I’m about to get behind the wheel of a Parcel Force lorry. It’s great. I can now say, “I’m 15 years old and the second vehicle I’ve ever driven was a 7.5-ton ...

Taking Your Driving Test? 5 Crucial Things You Must Never Do to Ace Your Exam

One thing you only want to do once is take your driving test. If you’re hoping to pass in 2018, then aim to be in the 53% of drivers who succeed first time. But how? What are the most common pitfalls that you need ...

Driving at Night - 6 Critical Tips for Your Safe Travel in the Dark

Driving in the dark is an intimidating experience for many drivers -- and even seasoned motorists. And unfortunately, it seems these fears are well placed. According to Government figures, nearly one in three of the ...

Know Your Driving Offences - Top 3 Violations That Can Get You Disqualified

Unsafe driving can have life or death consequences. And when it comes to new motorists, the Government takes an especially tough approach to those convicted of driving offences. If you get six penalty points wit ...