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Unusual Breakdowns

Over 2.7 million breakdowns are attended by RAC each year and no two breakdowns are the same. With nearly 2,000 patrols on the UK’s roads some of the more unusual and amusing recent callouts include: A callout to a car, stuck on the drive, which wouldn’t start. The RAC Patrol quickly diagnosed the problem....16:37 Mon 24th May 2010

UK Parking Laws – Neighbours Parking on my Drive

UK Parking Laws – Neighbours Parking on my Drive Nuisance Parking Ever had a neighbour park in front of your drive It can be a pain when you need to leave the house urgently and repeat incidents can create a lot of friction between you and your neighbour. Many arguments arise from a lack of ‘parki...16:37 Mon 24th May 2010

Pay-As-You-Go: Car Insurance

We’ve all heard of pay-as-you-go mobile phones and now pay-as-you-go car insurance works in the same way – with the same benefits and drawbacks. Just as with mobile phones this pay-as-you-go service works on a monthly basis and you pay depending on the amount you drive. Pay-as-you-drive: A car will be...16:37 Mon 24th May 2010

Breakdown Insurance: Girls Guide to Breaking Down In Style

At some point in our lives we have all fallen victim to the dreaded roadside breakdown, so we need to be prepared for it by ensuring we look our best at all times - we don’t want to be caught out on a Sunday morning when popping to the local shop with no make - up on to get some bread for bacon butties. Don&rs...16:37 Mon 24th May 2010

Pay-Per-Mile To Cut Down Congestion

The idea of pay-per-mile means that instead of a fixed annual charge, motorists will have to pay for every mile they drive on some of UK’s busiest roads. Although the idea of a national road pricing scheme has so far proven unpopular with motorists, it could save money for some. If a switch to a national road pri...16:37 Mon 24th May 2010

Millions Of Motorists Missing MOT Renewal Date

According to recent studies, around 4.7 million UK drivers invalidate their car insurance policies by missing their MOT renewal date. With 50% of motorists putting their car buying plans on hold during the current recession, car maintenance should be high up on a motorist’s agenda- however this isn’t always...16:37 Mon 24th May 2010

Loud Music Hinders Drivers Behind The Wheel

We’ve all pulled a muscle or got a neck injury from  listening to loud music and ‘trying’ to dance, but loud music behind the wheel can do more than just pull a muscle or two. In car sound systems are becoming more popular, and are a particularly accessory favourite among young male drivers, who ...16:37 Mon 24th May 2010

Motorists Turn Over A New Leaf: Autumn Driving Dangers

The leaves are changing colour and falling from the trees, providing a vibrant but lethal playground for UK motorists. The transformation of seasons brings new hazards for motorists from slippery leaves to dark mornings – with the number of accidents already increasing by 15% this month. Autumn Accidents: M...16:37 Mon 24th May 2010

Give Up The Car Brits Say No But Are Driving Less

The British motorists' response to the economic slowdown is that they are now more likely to reduce the number of miles they cover a year rather than change vehicle to a less polluting one, a recent poll by Bewiser.co.uk concludes. 29% of British motorists are currently cutting down on the amount they travel every mon...16:37 Mon 24th May 2010

UK Motorists are Paranoid Passengers

Only 18% of UK Motorists are completely happy with being driven by another driver, a poll from car insurance experts www.bewiser.co.uk concludes. Motorists in the study are proving themselves to be increasingly concerned that they are not in control of the vehicle with some exhibiting worrying “backseat driver&rd...16:37 Mon 24th May 2010

Motorists Ignore Mobile Phone Ban

Using a hand-held phone while driving is punishable by a £60 fine and three penalty points. However research shows that hands-free phones are no safer than hand-held phones. The main danger of being on the phone while driving is disruption of concentration. The study revealed that on average the reactions of a d...16:37 Mon 24th May 2010

Calls to Clamp Down on Car Park Cowboys

It has been reported that the number of motorists who have been unfortunate enough to have had their vehicle clamped has risen by 64% in the last 12 months, with private ‘rouge’ clamping firms taking £58m. Clamp Down on Clamping: Cowboy clampers face being driven out of town all over the country...16:37 Mon 24th May 2010

The ABC Of Road Safety For Motorists

Although the number of road accidents has decreased by 14%, with 2,500 people killed compared to the highest recorded number of 8,000, motorists should still be aware and alert of the dangers of driving. Awareness: The rules of the road are simple, drive safely and cautiously ensuring your and other motorists safety....16:37 Mon 24th May 2010

Are Women Perilous While Doing Manoeuvres’

Sure women are better drivers.  It has been argued that they've had a lot more practice - driving men up the wall and round the bend. However the simple truth is that women do struggle more than men when it comes to parking, and are twice as likely to ask another driver to help them park their car. Spatial awar...16:37 Mon 24th May 2010

Credit Crunch Cuts Congestion

Being stuck in a traffic jam is one of the biggest nightmares that UK motorists face when setting off on a journey - especially if it is already predicted to be a long trip. But recent studies have shown that due to the credit crunch traffic congestion has dropped by around 15%, as people are losing their jobs or simpl...16:37 Mon 24th May 2010

Motorists At Risk From Drunk Drivers

Although there has been a significant success in reducing the number of people killed in drink driving related collisions over the last 15 years, drink driving remains a serious, life threatening issue. Drink or Drive Drinking is fine and so is driving, together though they are a lethal concoction that won’t g...16:37 Mon 24th May 2010

Why Are Motorists Going Green

Motorists in the UK have shown a keen interest in going ‘green’, with more than half of all car owners being concerned about the impact their vehicle is having on the environment. New research shows that even despite the recession 62% of UK motorists are considering an electric or hybrid vehicle as their ne...16:37 Mon 24th May 2010

Speed Cameras: Effective or Defective

Britain has become the speed camera capital of Europe, with the number of enforcement cameras nearly trebling over the last six years. Speeding fines and penalty points can be a driver’s worst nightmare as the addition of penalty points to your license can increase you cheap car insurance dramatically. To Spee...16:37 Mon 24th May 2010

Driving On Wet Roads: A Real Threat To Motorists

Motorists are being urged to tread safely on wet roads, with many motorists neglecting their tyre grip, which is essential when roads are wet and slippy. Reduced visibility is an obvious drawback of driving in the rain, and can also enhance the chances of motorists losing control and being involved in an accident. Com...16:37 Mon 24th May 2010

Motorists Fear Increasing Motoring Costs

As a result of motoring costs increasing so dramatically, it appears that more Brits are re-assessing their driving habits. Recent surveys have shown that 48% of motorists in the UK are currently mulling over the idea of selling one of their family cars in order to escape high fuel costs, increased car insurance premiu...16:37 Mon 24th May 2010