Vauxhall has called owners of Vauxhall Corsa and Adam models registered from May 2014, of which there are approximately 3000, to stop driving them until inspection because of a steering concern. The discovery was made during a routine quality control at one of the two manufacturing plants.Vauxhall has said they’re not aware of any accidents […]

Six out of ten drivers are reducing car trips because of escalating motoring costs says a leading insurer. In a survey by specialist broker Adrian Flux, 60% of those questioned said they were using their car less than before the financial crisis started to bite. Petrol   prices have risen 37% since 2007, with diesel up […]

Don’t put your address into your satnav, says Simon of Britannia Driving School. Thieves have begun targeting vehicles in long-stay car parks and using the satnav details to rob the owners’ homes while they’re away. Simon said: “Criminals are targeting long-term car parks, knowing that it could be hours before a driver misses their stolen […]

Picture the scenario; you are in your car, stuck at the front of a long line of traffic, waiting for the light to turn green, when suddenly, flashing lights appear behind you, sirens screaming and urging all drivers to clear a path immediately. You have a choice, you can either remain stationary, and allow this […]

Vehicle maintenance Take special care that lights, brakes, steering, exhaust system, seat belts, demisters, wipers and washers are all working. Also ights, indicators, reflectors, and number plates MUST be kept clean and clear windscreens and windows MUST be kept clean and free from obstructions to vision lights MUST be properly adjusted to prevent dazzling other road […]

Documents Driving licence. You MUST have a valid driving licence for the category of motor vehicle you are driving. You MUST inform the Driver and Vehicle Licensing Agency (DVLA) if you change your name and/or address. [Law RTA 1988 sects 87 & 99(4)] Holders of non-European Community licences who are now resident in the UK […]

Braking 117 In normal circumstances. The safest way to brake is to do so early and lightly. Brake more firmly as you begin to stop. Ease the pressure off just before the vehicle comes to rest to avoid a jerky stop. 118 In an emergency. Brake immediately. Try to avoid braking so harshly that you […]

With vehicles being recalled by manufacturers a little more than we would like, the DSA are reminding candidates that bring their own car on test to check it is allowed on test. All recalled vehicles must have proof that they have been checked and fixed if necessary. Examiners will require either the recall letter or […]

Installing trackers on your firm’s vehicles will provide your company with a wide range of benefits. Many companies decide to fit vehicle trackers to help cut fuel costs and increase customer satisfaction but there are also a number of ways a tracker can improve driver safety amongst your employees. Promoting Safer Driving Vehicle trackers do […]

How should Learner drivers react to emergency response vehicles? The sudden appearance of an emergency response vehicle on “blues and twos” can be challenging for Learner drivers. So what should you teach Learner drivers on how to react? Sgt Doug Miners of the Devon and Cornwall Constabulary gives us the benefit of his advice. The […]