Driving Tips

16th December 2024

Record 29.3 million trips planned before Christmas

The weekend before Christmas is always one of the busiest of the year. And, depending on which roads you take, you could end up stuck in […]
12th December 2024

Five top tips to keep you safe while driving in the winter

During winter, the weather can make it very difficult to drive. You have to take extra care on the road, or you could end up having […]
28th November 2024

Drivers warned against easy mistake to make when washing their car

With the weather getting wetter, cars are more likely to pick up dirt, mud, and other grime from the roads. However, there’s one thing you should […]
7th August 2024

How to keep your car cool this summer

Summer is finally here! There’s never been a better time to refresh your memory, and hopefully learn some new tips and tricks, on how to keep […]
30th May 2024

UK has the most expensive diesel in Europe

A new report from the RAC reveals that the UK has the most expensive diesel in Europe, despite the fuel duty discount introduced in March 2022.   […]
23rd May 2024

Late May bank holiday will see the busiest roads since COVID

Approximately 20 million journeys are expected to be made this bank holiday weekend, with traffic almost returning to 2019’s pre-pandemic high of 22 million journeys. 4 […]
2nd May 2024

Can you answer these five basic theory questions?

Over half of drivers haven’t read the Highway Code since passing their driving test, despite several recent updates being added to the rule book. 88% of […]
1st May 2024

8 things to keep in your car

If you spend a lot of time in your car, it’s probably best to have your essentials with you just in case you need them. Here […]
30th April 2024

16 million drivers set to hit the road this bank holiday weekend

More than 16 million car journeys will be made over the course of the early May bank holiday, research from the RAC and transport analytics specialists, […]
3rd April 2024

DIY tips for looking after your car

Knowing how to look after your car can save you time and money. Here’s some of our tips to help you avoid unnecessary trips to a […]
26th March 2024

More than 14m car trips planned this weekend

If you’re planning on going away for Easter this weekend, make sure you know the best times to hit the road.  Good Friday to see 2.6m […]
6th March 2024

Tips for road trips with kids

Half the fun of a holiday is the road trip you take on your way to your destination. But if you don’t want to hear countless […]
4th December 2023

A DIY guide to checking and repairing your car

Keeping a car can be expensive. But there are steps you can take which could save you some cash. Here are five simple car repairs and […]
1st November 2023

Winter car checks | Driving Tips | 1st Central

Having something go wrong with your car is never ideal. But when it’s cold, dark and wet and you’re sat on the side of the road […]
19th October 2023

Get winter ready: 5 tips for cold-weather driving

As temperatures drop, UK roads get more treacherous with rain, ice and snow. But there are things you can do to prepare your car and yourself […]
19th September 2023

Petrol stations to share real time fuel prices to help drivers find the cheapest fuel

Global oil prices hit a ten-month high today (19th Sep) and fuel prices are on the rise again, but there could soon be a quick and […]
30th August 2023

Top tips for driving this autumn | 1st Central

In the blink of an eye, summer’s drawn to a close. With the turning of the leaves and shorter daylight hours, the inevitable autumnal changes are […]
23rd August 2023

14m to make trips this August bank holiday

The bank holiday is almost here, and with it comes millions of people hitting the road for a long weekend getaway. But how busy will the […]
17th August 2023

Almost 60% of drivers want ‘noise cameras’ rolled out to catch drivers of excessively loud vehicles

‘Noise cameras’ could be a familiar sight on British roads as support for their use appears to gather momentum. 58% of UK drivers said they would […]
3rd August 2023

6 tips for driving in the UK

If you’re new to driving in the UK, or just new to driving, you might not be completely familiar with some of the rules and regulations. […]