When are driving tests resuming in the UK?
Driving tests and lessons have been suspended since the end of 2020. Lessons will start again on 12 April 2021 with driving tests resuming from 22 April 2021. But there…
Category: Driving
We make using your car easy. Topics we explain include dealing with a breakdown, stopping car theft and choosing driving instructors
What is a Euro 6 car and is there such a thing as Euro 7?
There has been strict European legislation enforcing exhaust emissions from cars for nearly 30 years. The most up to date of those standards is Euro 6. Read on to find…
I see low emissions zones mentioned more and more. What are they?
Low emissions zones (LEZ) were first introduced in and around London. They are now appearing all over the UK. Although they sound quite scary for car drivers, most of us…
My mother is finding movement difficult. How can I get a blue badge for my car?
Your local council issues blue badges to make parking easier for people with disabilities. They are designed to enable people who finding getting around difficult to access shops and local…
Driving: Are there any circumstances where I don’t have to wear a seat belt?
We’re not sure why you might not want to wear a seat belt. After all, they are designed to save your life if you have a crash. As a consequence,…
I’m looking for a Christmas present for my son. What is a trackday and how do they work?
Doing at least one trackday is a must for any car enthusiast. They’re an opportunity for ordinary drivers to channel their inner Lewis Hamilton on a race circuit. Trackdays come…
How do I get better fuel economy from my car?
Fuel is one cost of driving that it’s impossible to escape from. To save money, it makes sense to get the best possible economy out of your car. This is…
How much do we pay in fuel tax on petrol and diesel?
A large chunk of what UK drivers pay for fuel goes directly to the government. Without this fuel tax, petrol and diesel would be quite cheap. Official UK figures show…
What does it mean when car security is Thatcham approved?
We take fairly robust car security for granted these days and much of that is down to Thatcham Research. It is an organisation that tests and rates car security devices.…
How does a Faraday Bag or signal blocker for a keyless car work?
Relay theft is the latest method crooks use to get their hands on our cars. However, a simple way of protecting against it is to buy a Faraday Bag, otherwise…