A recent survey conducted by the Road Safety Authority (RSA) has discovered that nearly two-thirds of UK motorists attempt to stave off tiredness using ‘ineffective’ techniques such as singing, opening the window, turning the radio on or talking to themselves, Book Your Theory Test Today can reveal.
Road Safety
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Jan 14
Techniques Used by Drivers to Stave Off Tiredness Whilst Driving are not Effective Says Survey
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Jan 14
Lincolnshire Tops UK Road Deaths Figures
New data revealed by the Department for Transport (DfT) shows that Lincolnshire has the most number of recorded road deaths out of all local authorities in Britain, Book Your Theory Test Today can reveal
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Jan 14
Cracking Down On Speed – New Speeding Laws Could Result in a Ban for Exceeding Limit by 2mph
The Home Office has stunned motoring organisations with the introduction of a new ‘zero tolerance’ policy on speeding, Book Theory Test Today can reveal.
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Dec 13
UK Driving Theory Test Cheats Still Attempting to Cheat System
Following a recent case exposing a cheating learner-driver, who escaped a prison sentence after getting a friend to sit his 19th driving theory test appointment, Book Theory Test Today’s latest blog asks are these cheats escaping punishment too easily?
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Dec 13
Techniques Used by Drivers to Stave Off Tiredness Whilst Driving are not Effective Says Survey
A recent survey conducted by the Road Safety Authority (RSA) has discovered that nearly two-thirds of UK motorists attempt to stave off tiredness using ‘ineffective’ techniques such as singing, opening the window, turning the radio on or talking to themselves.
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Dec 13
Lincolnshire Tops UK Road Deaths Figures
New data revealed by the Department for Transport (DfT) shows that Lincolnshire has the most number of recorded road deaths out of all local authorities in Britain.
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Dec 13
Cracking Down On Speed – New Speeding Laws Could Result in a Ban for Exceeding Limit by 2mph
The Home Office has stunned motoring organisations with the introduction of a new ‘zero tolerance’ policy on speeding.
09
Dec 13
UK Motorists Bemoan State of Britain’s Roads
The state of Britain’s roads features highly on the list of complaints made by UK drivers taking part in the RAC’s annual survey.
05
Dec 13
UK Motorists Driving Without Licences Increasing DVLA Confirms
The number of motorists taking to Britain’s roads, without a full UK driving licence, is increasing reports the DVLA.
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Dec 13
Problem of Speeding through Roadworks Increasing Reports Highways Agency
The Highways Agency has released a series of video clips highlighting the consequences of motorists who speed through roadworks just to cut journey times.
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Nov 13
Drink-Driving Offences Among ‘Senior’ Motorists Rising Rapidly in the UK
Police forces across the UK are reporting an increasing number of drink-driving offences being committed by ‘elderly’ motorists it has been revealed.
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Nov 13
‘Which?’ Magazine Reviews the Best Advanced Driving Courses of 2013
Popular consumer magazine ‘Which?’ has released a definitive guide listing the top three advanced driving courses in the UK for 2013. The prestigious publication is read by thousands across the UK and in a bid to enhance the driving skills of motorists, young and old, ‘Which?’ puts forward its recommendations for the best advanced driving […]
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Nov 13
Young Learner Driver Emerges Unscathed From Hit & Run Collision During Driving Test
A young, female learner motorist has survived a hit-and-run collision after her vehicle was ploughed into by another car, which fled the scene.
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Nov 13
Drink Drive Deaths on UK Roads Soar by 26 Per Cent
The number of deaths occurring on Britain’s roads as a result of drink-driving has soared by 26% according to recent provisional figures.
09
Nov 13
Scouse Motorists Rack Up the Most Driving Penalty Points in England & Wales
New figures have revealed that Liverpool has the highest proportion of motorists with points on their driving licence.
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Oct 13
What to do if you’re involved in a road traffic accident – a Book Theory Test Today guide
Drivers aged 18-24 account for a high proportion of the UK’s road traffic accidents, if you’re unfortunate enough to be involved in a road collision; this practical guide offers key tips on the action you should take in the aftermath of an accident.
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Oct 13
Parents of Young Drivers Admit Accident Fears When Children Pass Test
The stigma of young people and driving accidents is one that has existed for decades and, unless better educated and prepared for life on Britain’s roads, accident rates among young drivers on the nation’s roads will continue to rise. That’s the view of parents responding to a recent poll.
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Oct 13
Book Theory Test Today | Top Tips For Young Drivers To Avoid Road Traffic Accidents
Young drivers aged 17-24 are more likely to die or suffer serious injury in a road traffic accident than any other age group. In a statement from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration they said: “Young drivers are especially vulnerable to death and injury on our roadways. Traffic crashes are the leading cause of death […]
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Sep 13
Crash Claims Life Of Young Driver In Glasgow
Fresh calls have been made for a three-tiered driving scheme for young drivers following the death of a 24-year-old.
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Sep 13
Sandwich-Munching Driver Sentenced For Careless Driving That Killed Cyclist
30-year-old Paul Brown, of Witney, has been sentenced to 240 hours unpaid work and disqualified from driving for 12 months after killing a cyclist whilst eating a sandwich at the wheel.
