Posted by Will Dracott on Tuesday, May 21, 2013,
In :
Car reviews
Here's a fun article on Honest John's website. They have complied a list of the rarest cars still in action on UK roads, thanks to the DVLA. Each of these cars has less than 200 in circulation. Obviously, some were so bad they probably didn't sell too many, but as time ticks by, these beauties will slowly fade like tears in the rain ....
Once you've had a read of the list, let us know which you think should be saved. I'm plugging for the Merc 19 SLC. Only 140 or so left in existence!... Continue reading ...
Posted by Will Dracott on Wednesday, December 5, 2012,
In :
Motoring news
God it's cold outside today, what I need are some gloves. Fluffy woolen ones are nice, but boarder line useless with a steering wheel in my hands. I need driving gloves! There was a time when when I thought driving gloves were for old men and weirdos (you know who I mean), but then I watched Drive and suddenly, Ryan Gosling, has brought them to the front of cool and are a real driver's must have accessory. Does anyone have £250 for these ones made by Dunhill?
Posted by Will Dracott on Monday, December 3, 2012,
In :
Learning
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.
Posted by Will Dracott on Sunday, December 2, 2012,
In :
Motoring news
Day two and I don't know about you but I could use a coffee already. Oh! What's this? I can have little cups of coffee in my car? Awesome! Here's the info ...
Giving “coffee to go” a new meaning, Handpresso has created an espresso machine for your car.
Handpresso Auto espresso maker prepares high quality espresso in the car.
Users just have to plug the machine into their car’s cigarette lighter socket, add water and an espresso pod to the machine, press the button and wait.
Posted by Will Dracott on Thursday, November 22, 2012,
In :
Learning
New videos on the website regarding the turn in the road and the reverse around the corner. Here's the new turn in the road video with commentary. More available in the tutorials section on the site.
Posted by Will Dracott on Tuesday, November 13, 2012,
In :
Motoring news
MOTORISTS who use a stolen disabled "blue badge" parking permit to get a more convenient space for their car should face a minimum six-month jail term, a Tory MP has urged.
Philip Davies said the misuse of disabled parking badges was not taken seriously enough by the authorities.
He said the loss of a blue badge deprived disabled people of their "freedom to go about their daily lives".
The Shipley MP told the Commons: "This actually causes a great deal of distress to many people. It causes them ... Continue reading ...
Posted by Will Dracott on Wednesday, October 31, 2012,
In :
Motoring news
MOTORISTS could face a two-tier road tax under proposals being considered by the Government, it has been reported.
Press reports suggested that drivers could be offered a lower rate of the tax if they agree not to use the country's trunk road network of major A-roads and motorways. Those paying a higher rate of vehicle excise duty would be free to use any roads.
A network of automatic number-plate recognition cameras could be used to catch any drivers who were using the motorways without paying... Continue reading ...
Motoring issues rarely feature at the forefront of a
pre-election manifesto, even though transport-based news permeates the
day-to-day agenda. Among some of the biggest stories of the last few
years have been congestion charging, environment-based car tax changes,
unprecedented fuel price rises, and, of course, the scrap scheme.
The
cost of motoring is certainly rising, but will it continue unabated
when the next Government comes into power? It's difficult to say for
sure, but here's ...
Posted by Will Dracott on Monday, February 22, 2010,
Heavy rain due on Thursday morning, they have issued a "severe" warning. If you're on your test, make sure you know where the windscreen wipers are and keep a 4 second gap.
Posted by Will Dracott on Monday, December 21, 2009,
Driving tests across Bristol this morning are off. I've been up to Southmead test centre this morning and have spoken to the manger who tells me this mornings are all off, however, they may run the afternoon tests depending on how the road conditions improve.
If your test is cancelled then you should recieve a letter within 3 to 5 working days telling you when the test has been rescheduled for. Extra staff will be laid on to accomadate all the extra tests that will be squeezed in, you are pr... Continue reading ...
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