Driving in ice

Driving in ice

Driving in Winter Driving in ice and snow is obviously more dangerous than in warmer conditions. We know the advice is only to drive if absolutely necessary when it’s icy, but we often find we need to go out despite the weather. So what do we need to know before...
Top reasons for failing your test

Top reasons for failing your test

Most common driving faults The most common driving fault that causes learners to fail their test is not making effective observations at junctions. Learners aren’t alone, drivers failing to look properly was a factor in 37% of all reported accidents in the UK in...
Pay driving examiners fairly

Pay driving examiners fairly

Driving examiners strike The PCS union has just voted to go out on strike. This will effect several sectors of the civil service from border force officials to driving examiners. This is the latest action over their pay. We have to agree that if driving examiners are...
The end of the Ford Fiesta

The end of the Ford Fiesta

The end of the Ford Fiesta The Ford Fiesta has been a popular small car since it’s release in 1976. Back then the Ford production line was in Spain, and Henry Ford II personally chose the name to reflect the Spanish culture. It has always been a very popular...
Most common breakdown causes

Most common breakdown causes

Most common reasons for car to breakdown  It’s impossible to always avoid having car trouble. Even if you’re a driving instructor and you rely on your car to earn a living, it isn’t possible to predict every problem before it happens. This article...