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Prevention is better than cure and this should be your ‘mantra’ if you don’t want to be the next victim of car theft network that is active all over the world. Here is a statistic for you! a vehicle is stolen every 27 seconds in a country like USA! If motor vehicle departments of many […]
Tyres are your only point of contact that your car has with the road surface. You must not ignore the condition of your Tyres. If you do you could put yourself and your passengers at risk. Not to mention other road users. Black Circles suggest that you should check your Tyres at least once a […]
Autumn and Winter are on their way, along with some pretty wild weather. Everything from heavy rain to sleet, snow and ice can be expected through the months of October to April. During this time, your car will be expected to transport you around safely, so here are some tips to help ensure your vehicle […]
It is likely through the winter months that you will encounter some flood water, either as large puddles on the road, or where a river/stream has burst its banks. Take a different route where possible. Never drive through flood water when you cannot see the ground under the water. It could be far deeper than […]
Aquaplaning is the name given to the occasion where you are driving in wet conditions and your vehicles wheels lose traction. It can be difficult to tell when you are aquaplaning, but it often feels as though the steering is non-responsive and the back end is weaving/wobbling. It occurs as a combination of speed, tyre […]
There will be times when you need to overtake, such as very slow moving vehicles. You may just want to go faster than the vehicle you are currently behind. This is entirely acceptable, but you can make it safer by following some simple rules Before Overtaking Ensure the road (oncoming traffic) is sufficiently clear Ensure […]
There are a few rules and regulations regarding lights on your vehicle, which all drivers must adhere to: You Must Use headlights at night Use headlights when the visibility is seriously reduced Ensure that all sidelights and rear lights (including the registration plate lights) are lit at night. You Must Not Use your lights in […]
From the 1st December 2003 it became illegal to use a hand held phone while driving. There is a £30 fixed penalty, with up to £1,000 if convicted in court. There is a fine of £2,5000 for goods lorry drivers, buses or coach drivers. You cannot use any phones/equipment if they have to be held […]
Research has shown that most car thiefs are opportunists, and therefore can be deterred by taking some simple steps 62% of reported car crime is made up of thefts from cars, so: Never leave anything on display in your car Always lock all doors and boot. When you leave, take your wallet and mobile phone […]
The figures are frightening- over 41,000 people die in road traffic accidents every year and over 2million more suffer severe and disabling injuries. There are a number of effective ways to stay safe whilst driving. One is by ensuring that your car is roadworthy and well-maintained, but it is especially important to take responsibility for […]