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It seems that we’re all full of grumps and groans in the UK today. Gridlock, expensive fuel costs, vehicle excise duty and other motorists all swell up into a melting pot of frustration, annoyance and upset. But fear not. In this list, we examine five reasons (in no particular order) as to why you should […]
With the weather getting (hopefully) better all the time, our thoughts collectively turn to holidays and trips abroad. If you’re considering driving in Spain, then take a look at these tips from Britain’s top advanced driver, Peter Rodger (of the IAM). You are required to carry two warning triangles in your vehicle. In the event […]
Now, most people are familiar with the old adage that most engine wear occurs during the first ten minutes. Well, it’s true. One of the biggest reasons though is lack of proper engine warm up. If you go to motor racing events you’ll see how they warm the engine up there – turning the ignition […]
Road safety charity the IAM is offering motoring tips from Britain’s top advanced driver, Peter Rodger. As the bank holiday weekend and half term holiday approaches, many people are choosing to holiday in the UK this year, Peter is advising on planning to stay safe on long journeys. Share the driving if possible. It makes […]
London, May 2014 – Europcar, the leader in car hire services in Europe, is helping families make the most of the spring sunshine without breaking their budget. With car hire from only £12 a day, there’s no better time to get away for a fun-filled spring break in the UK. Valid on bookings made before […]
Councils in the areas worst hit by the winter storms are now facing a different kind of flood – a rising swell of automotive compensation claims – according to campaign website, Potholes.co.uk. While homeowners seek compensation for damage to their houses, road users are also demanding remuneration for car axle, wheel and suspension faults caused […]
New car buyers who trust official, government-sanctioned fuel economy figures will pay an average of £1000 more than they expect on fuel over a three-year period, according to What Car? True MPG test results. That is because the official figures are achieved under laboratory conditions that can rarely be replicated in the real world. What Car? True MPG […]
Seventy-one per cent of young drivers think they are better than the average driver, according to survey by Vision Critical and road safety charity the Institute of Advanced Motorists (IAM). Yet they are 2.5 times more likely to be involved in a serious crash. Britain’s most confident young drivers are in Northern Ireland where 87 per […]
Road safety charity the IAM is offering weekly motoring tips from Britain’s top advanced driver, Peter Rodger. This week he is advising on parking. Park on the left-hand side of the road if possible. In a car park, try and reverse into parking spaces. It’s safer when you’re driving out and more fuel efficient as […]
Road safety charity the IAM is offering weekly motoring tips from Britain’s top advanced driver, Peter Rodger. This week, he advises on preparing yourself and your car for the April showers. Before you set off, set your heater controls – rain can makes the windows mist up in seconds. You don’t want to be fiddling […]