Driving

A car can sometimes feel like it’s draining your pocket. It needn’t. Not only are there smart ways of saving money on your motor but also smart ways of cashing in. In fact, it’s much easier than we at Carblog thought. Carspring reached out to us with their tricks and tips on how to bring in some extra bucks.Become a taxi...

For many people, motorway driving can be a source of stress; while statistics suggest that we actually have far fewer accidents while travelling on the motorway network, incidents can of course be much more serious due to the high speeds involved. However, by following a number of fundamental tips and techniques in this post, you can help to minimise...

Every day, more and more people are passing their driving test and getting the keys to their very first car. This means that more cars will be on the road, making the roads at higher risk for accidents. Whether you’re involved in a crash or you witness one, there are many important things that you need to do to...

For those of us who have been driving for years, we think we know the rules of the road and the best ways to avoid those drivers who don't. We may be able to get ourselves from A to B safely most of the time, but are we really abiding to traffic laws? The Driving SurveyBrake, the road safety charity,...

Learn the facts about London Black Taxi DriversLondon black taxi drivers are an iconic part of London’s roads. They are world renowned for their integrity and the level of service they provide to both locals and visitors to the most popular global tourist destination. Check out this infographic to read about it..

If the journey home for the holidays is a bit of a hike, you’re probably thinking about catching a train or, if home is at the other end of the country, even a plane. Quite likely, if the trip is a long one, the most favourable strategy will be to ‘get someone else to do the driving’ (or flying!).However,...

The first fuel powered car was designed by Benz Patent-Motorwagen way back in 1886 with Ohio City claiming the first gasoline powered car accident in 1891. Engineer James Lambert was said to be driving his very own gasoline powered buggy with James Swoveland as his passenger, when the vehicle hit a tree root Lambert lost control of the car,...

The Top 9 Causes of Auto Breakdown in the Winter While ice, snow, and conditions both soggy and cold are the worst possible circumstances for a breakdown, winter means a higher incidence of car trouble. More drivers find themselves stuck by the side of the road with an ailing auto between the months of October and February than at any...

Would you pass your driving test if you took it again today?The insurance company Direct Line has conducted a survey to find out whether drivers would pass their driving test if they were to take it again today. They conducted mock driving tests on 50 drivers around the country to see how they would fare if they were sitting...

The truth about road rage: what really gets drivers and their passengers hot under the collar?Getting lost en route to a destination is the biggest cause of unrest on the roads, that’s according to a new report produced by the AA.An AA-Populus survey has revealed the most common reasons for arguing between driver and passenger. The study asked 23,085...

Getting your driving licence is one of the most important qualifications you can get in life and so it is not surprising that many people get nervous before taking their practical driving test. Being nervous is natural but to help you get the better of those nerves and be more successful on test day it is important that you...

Did you know that the very first Aston Martin was built 100 years ago, in 1914, at the Bamford and Martin workshops off Fulham Road, Chelsea?Exactly half a century later and another Aston Martin - which would become the company’s most famous model - had a starring role in the third James Bond film, Goldfinger (1964). In the book...

When it comes to comparing car breakdown cover, the clue's in the name. You already know that whatever policy you choose, it will serve a basic purpose: to provide assistance should your car break down.It's reassuring to know that you'll never be left high and dry on the motorway or stuck in the back of beyond. So far, so...

After 93 years of appearing on our windscreens, the car tax disc is to be axed in favour of a more modern age electronic car tax register.Originally launched in 1921, the car tax disc will be abolished and will no longer be required to be displayed on our vehicles’ windscreen from October 10 2014.If your car tax still has...

The UK has developed a reputation for being horrendously unprepared when it comes to winter weather. The perennial issue of snow-induced chaos seems to grip the nation with fear and surprise on a regular basis. Roads, railways, airports, schools and businesses are all affected by the occurrence of adverse weather. The RSA insurance group estimated that the snowy weather...

The current price of petrol regularly makes the news, every time there is a steep rise in the price we get media hype portraying stories of people stealing from petrol stations or having to give up their car due to price hikes. The good news is you don’t have to go to these extremes as there are quite simple...

So like many people, you have the need for speed but possibly not the money for a supercar, which can all too easily tip the £100k mark. You may have the money, but are these powerful supercars really worth all the hassle of ownership? To begin with, there are the crippling running costs, which granted may not be such...

How the numbers don’t add up for younger motoristsYoung drivers are often singled out for strong criticism. They’re accused of being irresponsible, reckless and dangerous. This has led to some lively debates about the UK’s younger motorists during the past 12 months, and a range of headline-grabbing ideas have been suggested to ‘deal’ with the issues surrounding them.But is...

Back in November 2012 a lady made national headlines when she failed her theory test for the 105th time, branding her, ‘the most incompetent driver there ever was’. With the cost of the theory test being £31, what can test candidates do to ensure that they pass their theory test first time?The theory test is split into two parts...

In an age of frugality, it’s likely we’re all trying to cut back on our expenditure. You might have tried shopping somewhere a little cheaper or limiting yourself to only the essentials… both of which can help – but there’s an area we could all cut back on more.Driving more economically – it sounds easy, and it can be...

It is the topic of numerous bad rom-coms – a baby arrives, and the couples life is turned upside down overnight. The bloke has to swap his sporty two-seater for a thoroughly unexciting, bulky, and practical ‘family’ car. In most cases these cars look (and, indeed, are) solid and sturdy, and big enough to transport baby, buggy, and all...

Planning on taking a drive in Derbyshire, Yorkshire or Lancashire? Then take care: these counties offer some of Britain’s most beautiful scenery but are also home to many of Britain’s most dangerous roads.A 2010 survey compiled by the Road Safety Foundation used figures from 2006 to 2008 and divided Britain’s road network into “significant sections” of various lengths.The study...

Luxury saloons are popular because they’re stylish, robust and packed with technical advancements. In terms of drive technologies, they’re often equipped with the latest safety equipment such as brake assist and anti-lock braking, traction control and electronic brake force distribution. They also have comfort features including leather seats, climate control, sunroofs and powertilt and telescopic steering. These features ensure...

Justice Secretary Kenneth Clarke, is looking to propose harsher jail sentences to those who seriously injure others through dangerous driving. A maximum jail term of 5 years could be given under the new offence of 'causing serious injury by dangerous driving' and judges would be able to deal out tougher punishments to those who devastate families as a result...

I had often wondered whether driving abroad was the same as driving at home or something completely different. Recently I got the chance to find out while in South America.How did it turn out? I have to admit that there was a prang involved in it, but I learned a lot from the experience. Here are the main points...