Driving Instructor Reveals Smart Strategy to Manage Tailgaters Without Sudden Braking Monday, February 9, 2026 tailgating driving safety braking distance uklaw highwaycode collisions roadconditions tailgaters Worried about a driver following too closely behind you? Instead of slamming on the brakes, which could provoke a rear-end collision, consider a smarter approach. Annie Winterburn, a driving instructor from Spot On Driving, … Read More
Driving Instructor Reveals Crucial Following Distance to Keep in Icy Conditions Wednesday, January 14, 2026 driving safety icy winter distance highwaycode snow weather stopping roads This winter, many parts of the UK have faced snowy and icy conditions, with more severe weather, including a ‘Beast from the East’ blizzard, on the horizon. As temperatures drop and roads become hazardous, … Read More
Breaking One Highway Code Rule in Wet Weather Could Cost Drivers Up to £2,500 Friday, August 29, 2025 highwaycode tyres drivingsafety wetweather fines traction treaddepth metoffice roadsafety skidding As summer draws to a close, the UK faces two major rainstorms over the next two weeks, according to the Met Office. These unsettled weather conditions will bring prolonged periods of heavy rain, making roads hazardous for … Read More
Little-Known Highway Code Rule That Most Drivers Get Wrong Thursday, August 14, 2025 highwaycode roadsafety drivers cycling pedestrians overtaking trafficrules vulnerableroadusers safedriving motorists In 2022, the Highway Code underwent significant changes, including the addition of a new rule designed to improve road safety. Despite the update, a surprising number of drivers remain unaware of this change or misunderstand … Read More
Ignoring This Highway Code Rule Could Send You to Prison Tuesday, August 12, 2025 highwaycode driving safety law prison traffic offense rules enforcement responsibility Every driver is expected to follow the Highway Code, yet many continue to disregard certain rules, putting themselves and others at risk. One often-overlooked rule, when ignored, can result in serious legal penalties, … Read More
Highway Code Clarifies When Parking on Double Yellow Lines Is Permitted Friday, August 8, 2025 highwaycode parking doubleyellowlines trafficrules ukdriving roadsafety motorists parkinglaws loading passengerpickup Parking on double yellow lines is generally prohibited in the UK, but the Highway Code outlines two key exceptions where stopping is allowed. Understanding these exceptions can help drivers avoid unnecessary penalties. … Read More