December 17, 2014
Drug-Driving Law

Following Scotland’s new drink-drive limit, England is set to follow with a similar limit. However, before this happens, a new offence is to be introduced into English law on 2nd March 2015 of drug driving.

Drug Driving is a term that has been referred to more regularly in recent years and there has been slow progress to formally introduce the offence. Devices to test for drugs have been in development for years but there is now formal confirmation that the government is ready to introduce this offence.

The offence itself is defined as ‘driving with certain specified controlled drugs in excess of specified levels in the body’. It is similar to the existing offence of ‘driving whilst unfit through drugs’ and the rules on impaired driving and a motorist’s fitness to drive will remain unchanged.

The offence also adds additional responsibilities to healthcare professionals and it is crucial that those who prescribe drugs fully understand the offence and convey this to patients.

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May 15, 2014
The Most Stressful Passengers

Partners are the most likely to stress out drivers when they are in the car according to a recent survey.

Partner pressure, according to the survey, increases a driver’s likelihood of feeling stressed or anxious whilst driving by almost four times. Drivers also feel twice as rushed by having their partners in the car as they feel less calm by having their partners in the car.

The top five passengers most likely to cause drivers to stress out, in order, are: partners, other people’s children, their own children, parents and other family members

In addition, city drivers are the most stressed whilst the calmest are on Britain’s country roads. The commute, school run and appointments make drivers feel the most stressed.

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November 8, 2013
Driving This Weekend

If you’re planning to go out this weekend, and you’ve been assigned the role of the designated driver, remember to drive safely at all times. Here are Britannia’s top tips for busy city and night-life driving:

– Plan your route. Roads can become hectic and dangerous at nights, and if you are not 100% sure of where to go, this dramatically increases your chanced of an accident. Listen to traffic reports and avoid infamous routes.

– Remember at this time of night, and in the rush of taxis and night-life drivers, many people may not be paying full attention to what is happening on the roads around them. Do not make this mistake. Avoid any distractions, in the car or out of it, and ensure that you signal well, always use your mirrors and complete any manoeuvres correctly to show other drivers around you what you are doing well in advance.

– Avoid the temptation to indulge. We know it is the weekend, and you may well be the designated driver responsible for chauffeuring your inebriated friends about. This is not a burden, this is a responsibility. Take it seriously, avoid any alcohol, or leave the car at home when you go out this weekend.

Safe driving from Britannia!

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October 22, 2013
Motorway Driving

For many young drivers, their first time driving on a motorway can be a daunting experience. Here are a few tips to help the uninitiated with Motorway Driving:

– Prepare well. Plan your journey ahead, know exactly where you need to get on and off the motorway, and pack for eventualities, such as food and drink for rest stops on long journeys, or even blankets (better to be safe than sorry!). Perform all necessary checks on your car – oil, fuel, tyre pressure, windscreen washer fluid, just to make sure you are fully ready for your journey.

– When entering a motorway, use your signals and mirrors correctly. Between exiting the slip road and entering the motorway is likely the time your nerves will get the better of you – so remember to stay calm. D not rush onto the motorway, but don’t dawdle either, as this can cause tailbacks which will cause you unnecessary pressure.

– Take it easy. Motorways are notorious for erratic driving, and it always helps to be calmer behind the wheel. Indicate well before attempting any manoeuvre, to give the driver ahead of you plenty of notice, and check your mirrors and windows regularly to keep an eye on what all other drivers around you are doing.

– When preparing to leave the motorway, plan ahead. As you pass the penultimate junction, start preparing to leave already. Move towards the outer lanes now, in order to compensate for any rushes in traffic that might delay you later. Slow your speed down as soon as you enter the deceleration lane shortly before your junction approaches, and ensure you indicate well in advance to alert other drivers of your actions.

– Once leaving the motorway, remember you are back on normal roads now. Many drivers make the mistake of maintaining a high speed after leaving a motorway. So don’t forget, speeding is illegal!

If you are still nervous about Motorway driving, or feel you could brush up on these skills, why not look into Britannia’s Pass Plus courses?

Safe driving from Britannia!

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August 22, 2013
Negligent Motorists

One in 10 drivers don’t check their car between MOT’s, according to research by Kwik Fit.

Nearly half of the drivers interviewed said they didn’t examine their tyres’ tread depth and more than two-thirds didn’t look at their brakes between annual check-ups.

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August 21, 2013
Boot Clutter

Motorists are storing things in their boots and wasting fuel in the process, according to a new survey by Shell.

 A third of drivers admit to carrying more than six items in the back of the car all the time.

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August 19, 2013
Flash for Cash Racket

Motorists are being advised not to take the apparent kindness of other drivers for granted in a new on the “crash for cash” insurance racket.

The Highway Code states that headlights should only be flashed “to let other road users know that you are there”; many drivers use it as a way of inviting other road users to pull out.

In the “flash for cash racket, a driver in an approaching car flashes their lights, but then intentionally drives into the other vehicle.

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August 15, 2013
Buying a Tax Disc Could be Quicker and Easier

The Ministry for Roads has revealed plans to remove the need to produce a motor insurance certificate when buying a tax disc.

The red tape cutting plans mean that around an extra 600,000 drivers a year will be able to tax their car online. It also means that millions of motorists will no longer have to search for their insurance certificate if they tax their vehicle at the Post Office.

Road Minister Stephen Hammond said: “We are committed to getting rid of unnecessary red tape. There is absolutely no benefit in making motorists prove they have insurance when they buy a tax disc and these proposals will make the whole process quicker, easier and cheaper.”

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February 11, 2013
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