Changes to The Highway Code: hierarchy of road users
On the 29th January 2022, to improve the safety of people walking, cycling and riding horses, the rules for all types of road users were updated in The Highway Code.
Magazine - General
Why do batteries fail?
While it is easy to notice some parts of your car gradually wearing over time and during its regular use, thinking of the tyres or wiper blades as examples, it’s much more difficult to assess the condition of the battery, until perhaps as the nights draw in and the temperatures drop, you find it faltering as you start the engine, or possibly even completely flat!
What should I do and what should I avoid when using my aircon?
Irrespective of its sophistication, most drivers these days have an air conditioning system in their cars, and it provides them with huge benefits, not just by keeping the cabin nice and cool on those hot sunny days.
Top tips for new drivers
Passing a driving test and getting your first car is an exciting time for any new driver, but while some are cautious, there are a few who are over confident in their abilities simply because they’ve passed.
Glow Plug Warning Light
Although the glow plug warning light is designed to come on for a short period before the engine is started, it shouldn’t be ignored if it lights up while the engine is running, but why?
Minimising the effects of hay fever
Hay fever is a real challenge for as many as one in five drivers as the annual cycle kicks in. Adding to the misery is the fact that not only does the period of time that the level of pollen is high seem to have lengthened in recent years.
The Dutch Reach
It originated in the NL and ‘The Dutch Reach’ is now a driving practice that is becoming increasingly widely adopted in Europe, and in other parts of the world, as helping to promote increased safety for car drivers and passengers, especially in their behaviour towards two-wheeled road users.
The one-stop-shop for your driving questions
Have you ever wanted to know what you need to have in place to go motoring abroad, understand what the numbers and letters on the side of you tyres actually mean or just needed some advice about looking after your car, well you can find all the answers at My-cardictionary.com.
What’s wheel alignment and is it necessary?
Whether your car has a petrol or diesel engine, it’s hybrid or a full electric vehicle, it still has wheels, tyres and suspension and all these need to be functioning correctly and working in coordination for it to drive as it should and provide the level of comfort you expect.
How to save money on your car
With a cost of living crisis happening across the globe, every price tag is being scrutinised and cheaper products are considered more readily. This will work for food or toiletries, but it should be considered carefully when it comes to vehicle products.