Learnmoore Driving

automatic headlights and daylight running lights which are fitted to many vehicles now can actually pose significant risk for some drivers. See and be seen, consider the conditions, a good driver can leave the lights on automatic, and alter them when necessary. I turn my lights on as soon as I get in the car, and then consider if I need to turn them off rather than on.

“The Christmas Factor” is important from a fleet manager’s perspective, a number of factors increase risk on the run up to this time of year.

“if your tyres are illegal this could result in a fine of up to £2,500 and 3 points PER tyre, and don’t forget the spare!”

At any time of year driving in wet conditions creates extra hazards for the driver, just the same as in ice or snow.  Taking this in to account, it is important to see the reason for this, and how you can adapt your driving to the conditions.  As per any journey pre-drive safety checks are essential [...]

As winter closes in this is the perfect time to prepare for the cold and the dark.  Getting your car prepared for the winter could be a life safer now the chill sets in.  Things to check: Tyres – critical for traction, tyres should be in good order.  Check pressures, tread depth (ideally more than [...]