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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 […]
Road safety and breakdown organisation GEM Motoring Assist is encouraging motorists to ensure they – and their vehicles – are ready for the potential challenges of driving in winter. In this second of four advice notices, GEM road safety officer Neil Worth answers questions on driving safely in times of snow: What is a safe […]
Road safety and breakdown organisation GEM Motoring Assist is urging motorists to take extra care, with plunging temperatures and winter weather predicted this week. Road journeys are more difficult and treacherous when there is ice on roads, foggy conditions or a fall of snow. GEM is encouraging drivers to make good use of some simple […]
Storm Emma is travelling in from the Atlantic. The ‘Beast from the East’ continues to make itself known. Hundreds of motorists were apparently stranded on one of Scotland’s busiest motorways after a lorry jacknifed in the terrible conditions we are currently experiencing. Whilst this might seem like generally bad news for anyone just trying to […]
Winter has arrived, bringing snow, ice and frost. Now Jeep, the legendary SUV brand with all-weather and all-terrain capability, has issued five golden rules to help drivers stay safe in snow and ice, aided by specific driver’s assist systems available on its 4×4 models, plus common sense. With experts predicting one of the harshest winters in […]
It’s the start of the New Year and temperatures have dropped below zero in many places. Even though we hope most drivers will be getting back into their usual routines, the icy roads won’t make the return to work so easy. This week’s tips give advice on how to deal with driving and riding on […]