This weeks highway code, did you know rule is ....

Rule 161

All mirrors should be used effectively throughout your journey. You should

• use your mirrors frequently so that you always know what is behind and to each side of you
• use them in good time before you signal or change direction or speed
• be aware that mirrors do not cover all areas and there will be blind spots.
• You will need to look round and check

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This week's highway code did you know is ...

Rule 289

Take special care on motorways and other high-speed dual carriageways.

• One or more lanes may be closed to traffic and a lower speed limit may apply.
• Works vehicles that are slow moving or stationary with a large ‘Keep Left’ or ‘Keep Right’ sign on the back are sometimes used to close lanes for repairs, and a flashing light arrow may also be used to make the works vehicle more conspicuous from a distance and give earlier warning to driv...

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This weeks highway code rule is ...

Rule 116

Hazard warning lights. These may be used when your vehicle is stationary, to warn that it is temporarily obstructing traffic. Never use them as an excuse for dangerous or illegal parking. You MUST NOT use hazard warning lights while driving or being towed unless you are on a motorway or unrestricted dual carriageway and you need to warn drivers behind you of a hazard or obstruction ahead. Only use them for long enough to ensure that your warning has...
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This weeks ´did you know´ highway code rule is ...

 Rule 98

Driving when you are tired greatly increases your risk of collision. To minimise this risk

• make sure you are fit to drive. Do not begin a journey if you are tired. Get a good night’s sleep before embarking on a long journey
• avoid undertaking long journeys between midnight and 6 am, when natural alertness is at a minimum
• plan your journey to take sufficient breaks. A minimum break of at least 15 minutes after every two hours of driving...

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This weeks High Way Code Rule is ...

 

Rule 98

Vehicle towing and loading. As a driver

• you MUST NOT tow more than your licence permits. If you passed a car test after 1 Jan 1997 you are restricted on the weight of trailer you can tow
• you MUST NOT overload your vehicle or trailer. You should not tow a weight greater than that recommended by the manufacturer of your vehicle
• you MUST secure your load and it MUST NOT stick out dangerously. Make sure any heavy or sharp objects and any animals are secure...

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This weeks did you know highway code rule is ...

 Rule 265

The right-hand lane of a motorway with three or more lanes MUST NOT be used (except in prescribed circumstances) if you are driving

• any vehicle drawing a trailer
• a goods vehicle with a maximum laden weight exceeding 3.5 tonnes but not exceeding 7.5 tonnes, which is required to be fitted with a speed limiter
• a goods vehicle with a maximum laden weight exceeding 7.5 tonnes
• a passenger vehicle with a maximum laden weight exceeding 7.5 tonnes c...

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Rule 211

It is often difficult to see motorcyclists and cyclists, especially when they are coming up from behind, coming out of junctions, at roundabouts, overtaking you or filtering through traffic. Always look out for them before you emerge from a junction; they could be approaching faster than you think. When turning right across a line of slow-moving or stationary traffic, look out for cyclists or motorcyclists on the inside of the traffic...
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The Highway Code applies to England, Scotland and Wales. It's essential reading for everyone. Here's a reminder about rules for motorcyclists.

Rule 83

On all journeys, the rider and pillion passenger on a motorcycle, scooter or moped MUST wear a protective helmet. This does not apply to a follower of the Sikh religion while wearing a turban. Helmets MUST comply with the Regulations and they MUST be fastened securely. Riders and passengers of motor tricycles and quadricycles, also called quadbik...
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The Highway Code applies to England, Scotland and Wales. It's essential reading for everyone. Here's a reminder about alcohol and drugs.

Rule 95 Do not drink and drive as it will seriously affect your judgement and abilities. You MUST NOT drive with a breath alcohol level higher than 35 microgrammes/100 millilitres of breath or a blood alcohol level of more than 80 milligrammes/100 millilitres of blood. Alcohol will: give a false sense of confidence reduce co-ordination and slow down reactions aff...

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The Highway Code applies to England, Scotland and Wales. It's essential reading for everyone. Here's a reminder about breakdowns.

Rule 274 If your vehicle breaks down, think first of all other road users and: get your vehicle off the road if possible warn other traffic by using your hazard warning lights if your vehicle is causing an obstruction. help other road users see you by wearing light-coloured or fluorescent clothing in daylight and reflective clothing at night or in poor visibility. put a ...

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The Highway Code applies to England, Scotland and Wales. It's essential reading for everyone. Here's a reminder about road junctions.

Turning left

Use your mirrors and give a left-turn signal well before you turn left. Do not overtake just before you turn left and watch out for traffic coming up on your left before you make the turn, especially if driving a large vehicle. Cyclists, motorcyclists and other road users in particular may be hidden from your view.

Rule 182


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The Highway Code applies to England, Scotland and Wales. It's essential reading for everyone. Here's a reminder about driving in wet and windy weather.

Rule 121

Brakes affected by water. If you have driven through deep water your brakes may be less effective. Test them at the first safe opportunity by pushing gently on the brake pedal to make sure that they work. If they are not fully effective, gently apply light pressure while driving slowly. This will help to dry them out.

Rule 227

Wet weather...
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The Highway Code applies to England, Scotland and Wales. It's essential reading for everyone. Here's a reminder about overtaking.

DO NOT overtake if there is any doubt, or where you cannot see far enough ahead to be sure it is safe. For example, when you are approaching:

a corner or bend


a hump bridge


the brow of a hill


Rule 166


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The Highway Code applies to England, Scotland and Wales. It's essential reading for everyone. Here's a reminder about rules for cyclists.

You MUST NOT cycle on a pavement.

Rule 64
(Another great rule not followed by anyone)



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The Highway Code applies to England, Scotland and Wales. It's essential reading for everyone. Here's a reminder about rules for drivers and motorcyclists.

Before setting off. You should ensure that:

you have planned your route and allowed sufficient time
clothing and footwear do not prevent you using the controls in the correct manner
you know where all the controls are and how to use them before you need them. Not all vehicles are the same; do not wait until it is too late to find out
your mirror...
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Henleaze High Street has some massive digging works going on at the moment.  As you head towards the test centre, going down the hill the road is blocked off by some high fencing protecting what looks like a port-a-loo ... make of it what you will, you'll have to go around it.  It's just at the start of the busy section, so make sure you keep your eyes peeled for cars coming towards you as you move around the digging, making sure you check your mirrors first.



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