Driving

Learning to drive can be a long and complicated process. On average, it takes around 45 hours worth of guided lessons to get up to speed with the practical test and around 20 hours of independent practice on top of that.If this seems daunting, it’s important not to be discouraged. With the help...

Getting Ready For Your First Track Driving ExperienceFancy yourself the next Lewis Hamilton?If the answer is a resounding ‘yes’, then you’ve certainly got your work cut out for you. It’s time to brush up on your skills and master the art of driving like a pro. Of course, like any professional driver, you’ll need to practice somewhere, so why...

For many people, motorway driving can be a source of stress; while statistics suggest that we actually have far fewer accidents while travelling on the motorway network, incidents can of course be much more serious due to the high speeds involved. However, by following a number of fundamental tips and techniques in this post, you can help to minimise...

When it comes to comparing car breakdown cover, the clue's in the name. You already know that whatever policy you choose, it will serve a basic purpose: to provide assistance should your car break down.It's reassuring to know that you'll never be left high and dry on the motorway or stuck in the back of beyond. So far, so...

Learning how to drive is an exciting milestone in your life but the process can be difficult sometimes. It’s a rite of passage but it’s easy for the pressure to get with you when you haven’t prepared properly. From tricky manoeuvres to making sure you’ve got the right insurance in place, there is a lot to get...

Before you have managed to graduate on the day of your driving test, you already have between 40 and 50 hours of driving training and simulations. While getting through your test isn’t a sign that you are 100% perfect driver, it does indicate that you are competent enough to be allowed on roads without supervision. When you hit the...

Would you pass your driving test if you took it again today?The insurance company Direct Line has conducted a survey to find out whether drivers would pass their driving test if they were to take it again today. They conducted mock driving tests on 50 drivers around the country to see how they would fare if they were sitting...

The first fuel powered car was designed by Benz Patent-Motorwagen way back in 1886 with Ohio City claiming the first gasoline powered car accident in 1891. Engineer James Lambert was said to be driving his very own gasoline powered buggy with James Swoveland as his passenger, when the vehicle hit a tree root Lambert lost control of the car,...

With shopping on the streets at an all-time low and e-commerce on the rise, there is no doubt that the demand for courier services is increasing by the day. If living in the UK, this could be a lucrative opportunity for you to become self-employed. Whether you have experience in the courier sector or simply starting, this article guides...

On a scale of 1 to 10, how would you rate your driving ability? Are you a great driver? Or do you lack confidence behind the wheel? According to the latest research by Peter Vardy, UK drivers rate themselves as 6.98 out of 10 when it comes to their driving ability, but only rate other local drivers...

Planning on taking a drive in Derbyshire, Yorkshire or Lancashire? Then take care: these counties offer some of Britain’s most beautiful scenery but are also home to many of Britain’s most dangerous roads.A 2010 survey compiled by the Road Safety Foundation used figures from 2006 to 2008 and divided Britain’s road network into “significant sections” of various lengths.The study...

It’s safe to say nearly 100% of UK teenagers want to pass their test as fast as possible.. However, statistics show that around 52% of the UK’s driving test takers fail their test on their first try! (MORE THAN HALF!) There are many reasons teenagers fail their driving tests. It could be poor weather, nervousness, hesitation, not...