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Almost two thirds of motorists believe enough is being done to keep cyclists safe on the roads – in spite of a wave of recent deaths – according to Motorpoint. A web-based poll by the UK’s leading car supermarket has revealed 60.5% of drivers don’t believe they should change the way in which they drive […]
IAM director of policy and research Neil Greig said: “Drivers must understand that drink driving wrecks lives in all sorts of unexpected ways. For some it’s having to live with the guilt of causing a totally avoidable death or injury but for most it’s the economic impact that comes with a criminal record and a […]
The IAM (Institute of Advanced Motorists) is issuing advice on driving in snow and ice. IAM Chief Examiner Peter Rodger said: “Can you work remotely, or change your schedule when conditions are bad? Not everyone can, but if it is possible, it makes sense. Don’t ignore police warnings or advice to avoid specific routes in […]
Brake, the road safety charity, is calling on drivers to commit to staying stone cold sober if driving home from xmas festivities – not a drop, not a drag – or plan to get home by taxi or public transport, to prevent devastating casualties. The call comes as the Association of Chief Police Officers’ annual […]
Senior drivers who can plan ahead and reflect on their own performance are likely to stay safer for longer, says road safety and breakdown organisation GEM Motoring Assist. This latest advice forms part of ‘Still Safe to Drive’, GEM’s video-based web resource to help drivers stay as safe as possible for as long as possible. […]
The weather forecast seems to be suggesting we might be in for the first snow flurry of this winter very soon and temperatures drop significantly overnight now. With that in mind, please do consider the tips for driving on snow and ice from the IAM (Institute of Advanced Motorists): IAM chief examiner Peter Rodger said: […]
The IAM (Institute of Advanced Motorists) is offering further tips this week – on how to prepare your car best for the winter. Peter Rodger (IAM’s chief examiner) said: “Now is the time to give your car a once-over before winter conditions take hold. Bad weather can strike suddenly and more severely than you expect, […]
Halfords Autocentres is lowering the cost of its service pricing for cars with smaller, more fuel-efficient engines. The move reflects the growing popularity of more economical vehicles and will benefit the owners of cars with engines of 1300cc or less through the introduction of a new entry level price for all vehicle services. For under […]
Road safety charity the IAM is offering weekly motoring tips from Britain’s top advanced driver, Peter Rodger. This week, with the clocks going back at the weekend, he is advising on driving in the dark. To improve your view as far as possible, keep your lights and windscreen clean. It’s easy to forget the inside […]
Britain’s top advanced driver, Peter Rodger, is offering tips courtesy of the IAM on how to best tackle the daily commute. This is especially important with the autumn/winter weather setting in: Rush hour is when the most vulnerable road users are about – walking to school or cycling to work. Give both children and cyclists […]