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Road safety and breakdown organisation GEM Motoring Assist is calling on drivers to try out the ‘two-second rule’ and ensure they’re not putting lives at risk by tailgating. The advice comes amid concern that too many motorists are simply unaware of the distance they need to stop safely in an emergency. Writing in the summer […]
This week’s driving tips from the IAM’s head of driving standards Peter Rodger are looking at how motorists can avoid intentionally staged road accidents that force insurance companies to pay out high claims. Here are Peter’s top tips to help you stay clear of these scams. If you’re travelling through busy urban roads stay extra […]
This week’s motoring tips from the IAM’s head of driving standards, Peter Rodger, are looking at how to cope with driving through busy city roads. With forward planning and careful approach city driving needn’t be something to fear. Plan your journey before setting off. If you are travelling through an unfamiliar city, use Google maps […]
Planning to get away from it all this Easter? The IAM’s chief examiner, Peter Rodger, is offering advice to drivers who are considering a trip into Europe for a spring break. Always carry your driving licence, vehicle registration document, insurance certificate and breakdown cover when travelling abroad. Familiarise yourself with driving laws of the country […]
The IAM’s chief examiner, Peter Rodger is offering weekly motoring tips to riders and drivers. This week he is advising drivers about travelling in snow. While there was not originally snow when this article was available, it seemingly has now come out in force in certain parts of the country. With that in mind, consider […]
The IAM’s chief examiner, Peter Rodger is offering weekly motoring advice to riders and drivers. With more and more people expected to get their Christmas shopping done this week, Peter is offering advice on how drivers can keep their car safe this Christmas. Don’t leave your car unattended with the engine running while it warms […]
Road safety charity the IAM is offering weekly motoring tips from Britain’s top advanced driver, Peter Rodger. In this update he looks at some vulnerable road users you may come across when driving: Look well ahead so you see joggers, pedestrians, horse riders and cyclists early. Look for signs of distraction – are they wearing […]
Road safety charity the IAM is offering weekly motoring tips from Britain’s top advanced driver, Peter Rodger. As festival season approaches, he is advising on driving to your festival of choice as safely as possible. Plan your route before your set off – if you know where you’re going, you’ll avoid the added stress of […]
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 […]
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 […]