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If you’re planning a bank holiday getaway then be sure to read these tips on how you can make your journey a safe and stress-free one. Here’s IAM RoadSmart’s head of driving and riding standards, Richard Gladman, to help you prepare for your trip. Because a little preparation goes a long way. Take some time […]
GEM Motoring Assist is offering its support for the latest #dontstreamanddrive day, which takes place on Tuesday 16 April. It’s a worthy cause highlighting the risk posed by drivers who choose to ‘live-stream’ their journeys using hand-held mobile phones. GEM road safety officer Neil Worth said it was hard to understand why any driver would […]
Richard Gladman has put together some crucial advice to help you drive safely in the rain, as you may experience sudden downpours this Spring! Heavy rain: • Heavy rain will affect your visibility, so take it slow. Rule 126 of the Highway Code states that the braking distance between yourself and the vehicle in front […]
GEM Motoring Assist says older drivers can stay safer for longer by reflecting on their driving, and by knowing where they can get expert safety advice. The statement follows the release of figures from the DVLA showing that almost 22,500 elderly motorists had their licences revoked on medical grounds in 2018. “Reaching a certain age […]
It’s time to get your car hale, hearty and ‘beach body ready’ in preparation for the spring. This week’s tips give advice on getting your car ready for the warmer weather, from IAM RoadSmart’s head of driving and riding standards Richard Gladman. Lose weight; clear out those coats, boots, scarves and bags that took up […]
Breakdown cover specialist GEM Motoring Assist is encouraging drivers to put safety first on motorway journeys, by always using the ‘two second rule’. This, says GEM, will ensure you keep a safe space in front of you and reduces the risk of ‘rear-ending’ the vehicle in front. GEM road safety officer Neil Worth offered some […]
IAM RoadSmart brings you expert advice on driving in snow from its head of driving and riding standards, Richard Gladman. The best advice is to avoid travelling in extreme weather. If no one is moving, you just add to the problem – so listen to travel advice. If you do have to travel in bad […]
The predicted snowy weather is set to test the skills of UK drivers this week says car manufacturer, SEAT, with sub-zero temperatures expected in most regions. Adverse weather conditions, poor visibility and very low temperatures usually cause a spike in accidents, but the Barcelona-based brand has compiled its tips for tackling the snow with a […]
GEM Motoring Assist is urging all road users to put safety at the top of their 2019 agenda. The call comes as we once again prepare to make those well-intentioned turn-of-the-year pledges to do more of this or less of that. Thinking about road safety makes particularly good sense in January. After all, there is […]
GEM Motoring Assist is encouraging motorists to ensure they – and their vehicles – are ready for the potential challenges of driving in winter. In this fourth of four advice notices, GEM road safety officer Neil Worth answers questions on driving safely when black ice may be a risk: Why is it called ‘black’ ice? […]