So you’ve just hit a parked car. Don’t panic. And don’t just drive away. Follow these steps. What To Do If You Hit a Parked Car: Step by Step Take a picture of any damage on your...
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How to Use a Handbrake – Beginner’s Guide
We’re sure that you will already know what a handbrake is for - to prevent your car from rolling when you’ve stopped. If you’re completely new to driving, you may not be clear on exactly...
I Hit a Cyclist with My Car – What Do I Do?
Accidentally hitting a cyclist will be a traumatic experience for both the driver and the cyclist. It doesn’t matter how it happened, when it happened, or where it happened. There are some...
How Do You Do a Hill Start with an Electric Handbrake?
Many new cars are fitted with electric handbrakes to replace the traditional lever-operated system. These are designed to make life easier for drivers. But like every new bit of tech,...
What to Do If You Hit a Deer
Deer aren’t as common in the UK as they are in other countries. But in certain rural areas and at certain times of year, it’s still possible to see deer roaming near roads. Indeed, there...
Speeding: How Much Does 3 Points Increase Car Insurance?
Speed limits are there for a reason: They’re to keep you, other road users, and pedestrians as safe as possible. So if you’re caught speeding, you could get 3 points on your licence and a...
Driving with a Cracked Windscreen: Law & Safety
Is it legal to drive with a cracked windscreen? Is it dangerous? Windscreen’s are tough, but they’re still one of the most fragile parts of your car. All it takes is a stray bit of gravel...
What Happens if You Don’t Pay a Private Parking Ticket?
When you get a private parking ticket, it’s tempting to just ignore it. After all, it’s not like the ticket’s come from the police, or the government! What powers do they have? What could...
How Long Do Speeding Points Stay on Your Licence?
Speeding points stay on your licence for 4 years, or for 11 years if it’s a particularly bad offence. They stay on your licence either from the date of your conviction, or the date of your...
What Should You Do When Parking Facing Downhill?
Parking on a hill is nerve-wracking, when you think about it. What if your handbrake doesn’t work? What if you leave your car, only for it to roll down the hill, leaving a trail of...