Tag: Driving
When should you replace a child car seat? Seven reasons not to guess
A child car seat does not become safe or unsafe on one universal birthday. This UK guide shows where to find the manufacturer’s limit, when a crash or missing history makes replacement the sensible option, and what to check before fitting any seat.
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Travelling with a dog in the car: how to choose a restraint that works
The Highway Code says dogs and other animals must be suitably restrained in a vehicle. Here is how to choose between a harness, carrier, cage and guard, and set it up safely.
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Parked up for weeks? Get your car road-ready in this order
A practical UK checklist for bringing a car back into use after several weeks parked up, from insurance and tax to tyres, brakes and the first drive.
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Can an electric car tow a caravan? Start with the plate, not the brochure range
Many electric cars can tow, but only if the exact model is approved for it. Check the vehicle plate, trailer weight, licence and charging plan before booking a hitch.
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Passed in an automatic? Here is what you can and cannot drive on a UK licence
An automatic-only licence is not a problem for most everyday driving, but it does limit you to automatic vehicles. Here is how to check your entitlement and upgrade to a manual licence if you need to.
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Is it illegal to leave your engine running while parked? The UK answer
Is it illegal to leave your car engine running while parked in the UK? The Highway Code rule on idling, warming up, demisting and unattended cars.
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Snow on your car roof is not harmless: the UK winter check before you drive
Snow left on a car can slide over the windscreen or onto other road users. Here is what the Highway Code requires you to clear before setting off in wintry weather.
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Seat belt rubbing your neck? Fix the fit before you set off
A seat belt should sit low across the hips and across the centre of the shoulder. Here is how UK drivers can correct an uncomfortable fit without compromising safety.
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Can you sleep in your car in the UK? Check the parking rules before you nod off
Sleeping in a car is not subject to one simple UK-wide ban, but where you park, your condition and whether you intend to drive can change the answer quickly. Here is the practical checklist before an overnight stop.
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Smell petrol in your car? Do not just wind down the window
A petrol smell inside or around a car can be as simple as a spill, but it can also signal a fuel leak. Here is how UK drivers should decide whether to stop, inspect or call for help.
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Buying a 4.25-tonne electric van? Check your licence before the payload
A 4.25-tonne electric van can keep more useful payload without automatically putting its driver into a truck-licence category. Here is what UK buyers and fleet managers need to check before ordering one.
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Those warning lights at start-up are not all bad news. Here is the dashboard check that matters
Why dashboard warning lights often appear at start-up, which ones should go out, and when a UK driver should stop and investigate.
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