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6th October 2022
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6th October 2022
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What’s the margin of error for speed cameras in the UK? | 1st Central
Have you ever questioned the accuracy of speed cameras in the UK? You might have noticed drivers exceeding the speed limit only to pass by without
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29th September 2022
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29th September 2022
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Fog lights: When to flip the switch
Did you know there are strict rules around using fog lights? You can be fined £30 at the roadside just for switching them on at the
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20th September 2022
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20th September 2022
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The hardest and most expensive places in the UK to find parking
Finding a parking space is never an easy job. It can take time for you to find a suitable spot for your car, but this doesn’t
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15th September 2022
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15th September 2022
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Stopping on the hard shoulder could land you a £2,500 fine
Ever pulled over onto the hard shoulder for a quick pitstop? Be warned – unless your reason for doing so meets Highway Code rules, you could
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8th September 2022
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8th September 2022
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Pedestrian crossings and how to use them | 1st Central
Research shows that 81% of drivers don’t know how to use a zebra crossing, let alone the seven different types of pedestrian crossings on UK roads
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7th September 2022
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7th September 2022
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Can you keep your car parked in one spot for a long time?
Is parking the most dreaded thing about driving for you? If yes, you aren’t alone. Many drivers don’t like having to find and park in new
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1st September 2022
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1st September 2022
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Four new driving laws coming into effect this month
September is here, and it’s brought some new driving laws along with it. From mobile phone usage to driving in low emission zones, here are four
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18th August 2022
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18th August 2022
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Cyclists face the potential for harsher road rules
Should cyclists abide by the same restrictions as drivers? The Government is set to review rules for bike riders in a shake-up of the Highway Code.
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10th August 2022
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10th August 2022
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Can you eat and drink behind the wheel? | 1st Central
Do you tend to snack while driving? Long car journeys can be exhausting, and a quick snack can give you a much-needed energy boost. But is
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14th July 2022
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14th July 2022
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Wales to lower speed limit to 20mph on residential roads
Did you know that speed limits are changing in parts of the UK? In Wales, the speed limit is set to drop to 20mph on all
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30th June 2022
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30th June 2022
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What you need to know about parking on pavements
Be honest – how many times have you had to park on the pavement or mount your car on a kerb? On small or busy streets,
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1st June 2022
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1st June 2022
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Drivers face fines for running out of fuel while driving on motorway
How many times have you risked it and driven your car on low fuel? For many of us, it’s probably quite a few and we’ve mostly
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4th May 2022
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4th May 2022
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Noise cameras could be coming to a street near you
Have you ever been irritated by an exhaust? Angered by the sound of an engine? Your prayers may be answered by a plan, announced by the
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5th April 2022
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5th April 2022
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20% of drivers unaware of recent Highway Code changes
Are you aware of recent changes to the Highway Code? From pedestrians now having more right of way at junctions, to cyclists being able to ride
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10th March 2022
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10th March 2022
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Glasgow’s taxi drivers concerned about low emission zones
Some of us might not think twice about paying £12.50 to drive in an expanding number of national low emission zones (LEZ). But for taxi drivers
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7th March 2022
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7th March 2022
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Parking over a driveway | Highway Code | 1st Central
Have you ever been guilty of parking in front of someone’s driveway? Or have you been on the receiving end and blocked from getting in or
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2nd March 2022
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2nd March 2022
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DVLA urges drivers to pay car tax ahead of new costs
Have you paid your car tax? The Driver and Vehicle Licensing Authority (DVLA) is urging that you do so as soon as possible before new changes
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22nd February 2022
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22nd February 2022
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Fewer drivers now think it’s OK to speed
Do you think it’s acceptable to drive at 80mph on a motorway? Over 40% of drivers say it’s OK, but since 2016 an increasing number are
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15th February 2022
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15th February 2022
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10 lesser-known driving offences to be aware of | 1st Central
Do you know you’re committing an offence if you drive with a dirty number plate or an unsecured pet in your car? To stop you being
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8th February 2022
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8th February 2022
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Private parking fines to be lowered to £50 from £100
Have you ever wished that private parking fines weren’t so high? If you live in England or Wales (excluding London), you can breathe a little sigh
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