There are a variety of rules to follow when driving – From making sure you are travelling at the right speed for the area you are in, to keeping an eye on the condition of your car to make sure it is safe to be on the roads – Whilst some rules may annoy us more than others, we need to remember rules are there to keep us safe when we’re behind the wheel.

One such rule is driving on the left-hand side of the road. Having a set side of the road ensures an agreement between all drivers for where they need to be, unless they are overtaking. Although many drivers still do not seem to realise that this rule also applies for driving on motorways – Despite there being three lanes, the left lane is still the lane needed for normal driving.

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Technology has helped to improve many aspects of our lives in the modern era, from waking up in the morning to planning our schedules for the day, and even driving to work. Modern tech has changed the world of driving drastically in fact, when you consider one day we may be looking at self-driving cars on our roads!

However one aspect of driving tech many motorists regularly ignore is the dashboard warning light – This does not serve simply to annoy you whilst on the morning commute, but it acts as a call to action to let you know there is something wrong with your car. Do yourself a favour and don’t let these issues go on without looking into them – It could end up much more expensive in the long run.

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Driving is a task that changes throughout the various stages of our life – From the first driving lesson up until passing your test, and onwards into gradually becoming a better driver, we constantly need to evaluate our situation and drive accordingly.

If you are a woman, one such time in a your life you may need to change your driving style is when you are pregnant – Factors need to be considered such as your position inside the car, which may need to be altered as your belly grows, as well as the problems associated with being pregnant such as dealing with nausea and other distractions – Think of it as preparation for eventually having a little one in the child seat!

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On our post yesterday, we covered the various benefits that can be attained by the arrival of self-driving cars – From easing the pressures of driving, to allowing you to multi-task when behind the wheel, we all have to admit it would definitely come in useful to own a self-driving car.

However, have we stopped to think about what we might lose when we allow our car to do the driving for us? Not only is driving a practical function to allow us to get around easily, but it also acts as a source of leisure and fun for many drivers, and we here at Britannia would be very sad to see the end of the days when we look forward to getting behind the wheel.

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There are a lot of things about driving many of us may not like – From the aggravation of being stuck in traffic to the dangers inherent when driving in poor weather conditions, sometimes we are happy to be out of our cars.

However the dawn of the self-driving car may be about to change all that. Not only will it ease the pressures of being in control of the vehicle, it will also allow us to multi-task, such as catching up on some calls or emails whilst on the morning commute, or even grabbing a few more minutes of shut-eye on the way to work.

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Many experienced drivers offer words of wisdom to newbies behind the wheel, and one such nugget of information that comes to many drivers as a surprise is that motorway driving really isn’t that difficult – It is only the task of joining the motorway that raises a challenge.

When joining the motorway, your priority is safety – So make sure not to pull onto the faster road until you are 100% sure the cars coming towards you are sufficiently far away that you can pull on and attain enough speed to travel amongst the other motorway users without any issue. If needed, wait in the slip road until a large enough space appears for you to pull out.

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There are a variety of problems that can happen when you are out driving, but by far one of the most terrifying is the infamous tyre blowout – This is known to cause panic in even the most experienced of drivers, but it can be handled if you know these simple steps.

Firstly just stay calm to avoid any panic or rushed decisions. Instead of braking, apply gentle pressure to the accelerator to maintain momentum, and identify a safe place to stop your car, bringing your car to a controlled stop without endangering yourself or other road users.

Once you have stopped in a safe place, try reading our guide on changing a tyre!

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With the amount of traffic on the roads these days, driving inherently contains a lot of dangers. From bad driving by other motorists, to poor weather conditions rendering roads unsafe, it is best to always exercise maximum caution when behind the wheel.

One such danger is that of tailgater’s – The act of driving too close to the driver in front of you, to an extent that you are causing danger to either yourself or others. Not only does this limit the view of the driver to see ahead sufficiently to anticipate the road conditions, should the driver in front need to brake suddenly, it is unlikely the tailgater would have enough time to brake safely.

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Summer is a great time to be out and about – The sun is shining, the rain has finally managed to hold back, and you’re out in your car with the roof or windows down – But summer also comes with some dangers when you’re behind the wheel.

The effects of the heat can make some people drowsy – Which is especially problematic when you’re driving. If you do feel yourself becoming tired when behind the wheel this summer, always make sure to take a rest as soon as possible, and only return to driving when you are sure you are fully awake enough to make it safely to your destination.

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Driving presents a variety of challenges – From the rush-hour commute to the stress of actually driving for a job , driving is a skill not easily mastered by many.

Even when driving in more quiet places such as the countryside – In fact, the countryside can be quite dangerous if you are not ready for the challenge. The combination of high speeds and low visibility means problems can arise fast and without warning, so it is always best to be on your guard when driving in the country.

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