Mikes Driving Lessons - Blog > Top Tip Tuesday > 2014 - 2015
Top Tip Tuesday will be featuring the recent developments with Britain's "Smart Motorway" Scheme to help us keep safe at higher speeds.
But what is it like driving on a motorway for the first time?
Check it out here: http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-34612879
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Motorway driving fears: How to drive safely - BBC News
BBC Breakfast joins new driver Rebekka Holland as she tries driving on a motorway for the first time.
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15th Dec 2015
Road Rage again the focal point of today's Top-Tip Tuesday.
How would you have handled the situation described in the article below?
http://www.manchestereveningnews.co.uk/.../m62-road-rage-cctv...
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Boss of Salford firm at centre of M62 road rage row caught on camera says he has fired the driver
Appalled manager says one of his former joiners has been fired after his reckless driving was caught on CCTV
Tag: MANCHESTEREVENINGNEWS.CO.UK | BY RHIAN LUBIN
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1st Dec 2015
Top-Tip Tuesday topic is the infamous Road Rage. Do you think this novel idea could cut down on the number of angry drivers on our roads?
Check it out!
https://uk.news.yahoo.com/road-rage-lollipop-ladies-trained-141907282.html
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Lollipop Ladies "To Be Taught Conflict Resolution" In Effort To Cut Road Rage
The smiling lollipop lady is often the most affable character you'll meet on the roads.
Tag: UK.NEWS.YAHOO.COM
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17th Nov 2015
Another Top Tip with Driverless cars today, and perhaps why they might not be the "Back to the future" solution we all want!
http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/technology-34603364
Would you trust your life into the hands of software at 75mph?...
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Tesla self-drive mode filmed "endangering passengers" - BBC News
Videos posted online appear to show Tesla's new self-drive mode causing cars to drive dangerously and speed.
Tag: BBC.CO.UK
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10th Nov 2015
An interesting article for today's top tip, how Manoeuvres play an important part in both preparing for the driving test as well as preparing yourself to drive independently once you've passed.
Well worth a read http://www.telegraph.co.uk/motoring/news/10292013/Learning-to-drive-the-manoeuvres.html
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Learning to drive: the manoeuvres
With the theory test in the bag, Ed Cummings gears up to take his driving test by honing the dreaded 'manoevres'
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6th Oct 2015
More Top Tips, Animals on the road today! How many of these do you know and abide by whilst out on lessons?
https://www.gov.uk/rules-about-animals-47-to-58
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Rules about animals (47 to 58) - GOV.UK
The Highway Code: rules about animals (47 to 58)
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29th Sept 2015
Another Top Tip Tuesday, speed limits being today's topic.
Useful info for the Theory test and for a lifetime of safe driving!
http://www.driving-test-success.com/driving-articles/speed-limits.htm
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Speed limits - A Guide To Driving At The Correct Speed
Speed limits - A Guide To Driving At The Correct Speed
Tag: DRIVING-TEST-SUCCESS.COM | BY RICHARD JENKINS
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22nd Sept 2015
Top Tip Tuesday again, and today we're looking at the real cost of driving. Is it too expensive? Or is it a worthwile investment that will keep you and your family safe on the roads?
Full read here: http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-29664018
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Learning to drive: The costs of getting behind the wheel - BBC News
Drivers, on average need 47 hours of tuition before they are ready to take a test, with lesson prices typically £20 an hour.
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15th Sept 2015
Our Top Tip Tuesday concerns what car to get when you've passed your test. Everyone looks forward to the independence of driving, but which of these 10 cars take your fancy?
Check out the link here: https://www.carwow.co.uk/blog/Best-Learner-Cars-2015
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Best cars for learner drivers
What are the best cars for learner drivers or someone who's just passed his or her test? We share the best cars for the job.
Tag: CARWOW.CO.UK
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1st Sept 2015
Examiners are the focal point of today's post. Whilst some seem robotic and monotonous, some are actually human too!
Have a read here: http://www.safedrivingforlife.info/…/how-talk-your-driving-…
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How to talk to your driving examiner | DVSA - Safe Driving for Life
The Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA) is very customer-focused these days. Although we don’t owe anyone a pass or a fail, we do owe candidates a fair test, and we provide a debrief at the end to help explain the result...
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25th Aug 2015
An interesting article in today's Top Tip Tuesday concerning post-test training and appraisals to raise the standard of all drivers in the UK.
What are your thoughts?
http://www.autoexpress.co.uk/…/annual-driving-appraisals-ar…
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"Annual driving appraisals aren't compulsory - but they should be"
Mike Rutherford thinks a compulsory driving appraisal every year could be one of the best investments a motorist can make
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18th Aug 2015
Breakdowns are the topic of today's Top Tip Tuesday, and a sobering reminder of why it's important to get out and away from the vehicle if broken down on an A-road or Motorway.
http://www.worcesternews.co.uk/…/13333609.Just_look_what_…/…
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Just look what happened after the people inside this broken-down car got out
JUST look what happened to this broken-down car shortly after the people inside had got out and onto the verge.
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11th Aug 2015
Sun-related top tips are always welcome!
Today we've got info about driving in the summer, and what extra precautions we can take to ensure a smooth, safe journey.
http://www.safedrivingforlife.info/blog/top-tips-driving-summer
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Top tips for driving in summer | DVSA - Safe Driving for Life
Well it looks like summer's here. It may be the usual British thing, when we all get overexcited and and start wearing shorts, only to have to cover up with a duffel coat days later...
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28th July 2015
A safety related Top Tip today, making us all think how important those four pieces of rubber really are that hold our car to the road.
Buy cheap or buy safe?
http://www.autoexpress.co.uk/car-news/92109/think-long-and-hard-about-bargain-basement-tyres
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28th July 2015
Our Top Tip today concerns looking out for vulnerable road users, such as cyclists, as best as you can!
Check it out here http://cars.aol.co.uk/2015/06/04/video-dimwitted-cyclist-rides-into-back-of-parked-learner-drive/
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14th July 2015
A top tip we can all use today, saving money on fuel once you've passed your driving test!
More miles, more smiles!
Check it out here https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QEKfBl59OM8
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miDrive | How to Save Money on Fuel
http://midrive.com While it is immensely freeing, driving can also get rather expensive. In this video we take you through a number of ways you can keep your ...
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30th June 2015
Fun top tip tuesday about driving in the UK, some of these facts might surprise you!
View all of our Top tips here: http://www.mikesdrivinglessons.co.uk/blog/top-tip-tuesday.html
Driven to distraction: 15 fascinating facts about driving in the UK
Ever get bored behind the wheel? Here's a few facts and figures to ponder as your go...
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23rd June 2015
Today's top tip tuesday regards hydration behind the wheel, and why it's an important factor in being fit to drive. Check it out below:
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Want to be a safe driver? Then drink (water) before you drive
A study shows that people who are dehydrated make as many errors behind the wheel as drink drivers. Yet a more disturbing figure emerges from the research.
THEGUARDIAN.COM | BY STEPHEN MOSS
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2nd June 2015
Top Tip Tuesday and Pass Plus go hand in hand, click here to find out why the course is so popular among newly qualified drivers: https://www.gov.uk/pass-plus
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Pass Plus GOV.UK
Pass Plus is a practical training course that takes at least 6 hours and is for drivers to improve their skills and drive more safely.
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28th April 2015
Some Top-tips from Marmalade regarding the Driving test!http://www.wearemarmalade.co.uk/learner-driver-insurance/top-driving-tips
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Driving tips for learner drivers | Passing your driving test | Marmalade
Get the best driving tips from Marmalade, the learner driver insurance specialists.
WEAREMARMALADE.CO.UK
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14th April 2015
One for young drivers with hectic lifestyles; Will fatigue play a part in your drive? http://think.direct.gov.uk/fatigue.html
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Fatigue : THINK! : Roadsafety
Driver sleepliness is responsible for an estimated 20% of accidents on major roads - and 500 deaths a year. Find out why tiredness kills and get tips on avoiding the risks
THINK.DIRECT.GOV.UK
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7th April 2015
Latest legislation regarding "Drug Driving" Will it affect you?
https://www.gov.uk/government/news/drug-drive-legislation-am-i-fit-to-drive
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Drug drive legislation: am I fit to drive? - Press releases - GOV.UK
New campaign to remind people taking medicines to check with their doctor or pharmacist before getting behind the wheel.
GOV.UK
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31st March 2015
Fun Tip Tuesday today. Check out these Insane driving laws from around the world! http://ow.ly/i/8GnAc/original
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17th March 2015
Our Top Tip Tuesday regards speed, and why sometimes, it's "30 for a reason" http://think.direct.gov.uk/speed.html
The difference of a few miles per hour can mean the difference between life and death. The faster someone is driving, the less time they have to stop if something unexpected happens.
If you kill someone while speeding, you will have to live with the long-term emotional consequences.
Speed limits are there for a reason.
The facts
- Speed is one of the main factors in fatal road accidents
- In 2013, 3,064 people were killed or seriously injured in crashes where speed was a factor
- The risk of death is approximately four times higher when a pedestrian is hit at 40mph than at 30mph
- Fatal accidents are four times as likely on rural “A” roads as urban “A” roads
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10th Match 2015
Check out these changes to the Hazard Perception test!
https://www.gov.uk/government/news/hazard-perception-clips-get-a-modern-makeover
Hazard perception clips get a modern makeover - News stories - GOV.UK
New computer-generated imagery (CGI) clips replaced old filmed clips in the hazard perception part of the theory test on 12 January 2015...
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10th February 2015
What to do if your license is lost or stolen: https://www.gov.uk/apply-online-to-replace-a-driving-licence
Replace a lost, stolen, damaged or destroyed driving licence - GOV.UK
Get a replacement driving licence online with DVLA if yours gets lost, stolen, damaged or destroyed. Apply using your Government Gateway ID. If you don't...
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3rd February 2015
Today's Top Tip Tuesday is all about the practical test and what to expect: https://www.gov.uk/practical-driving-test-for-cars
The car practical driving test - GOV.UK
1. Overview The practical test is designed to see if you: can drive sarfely in different road and traffic conditions know the Highway Code and can show this through your driving ability As long as you show the standard required, you'll...
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27th January 2015
Top Tips for your theory test https://www.gov.uk/practise-your-driving-theory-test
Practise your driving theory test - GOV.UK
Practise the official driving theory test from the Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA). Practice Tests are free. What you need to know. Start now on the Safe Driving for Life website. Before you start. You'll take a different practice test...
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20th January 2015
The first Top Tip Tuesday of the year concerns Seat belt use, and why it is a legal requirement.
Find out more here https://www.gov.uk/seat-belts-law
Seat belts: the law - GOV.UK
1. Overview You must wear a seat belt if one is fitted in the seat you're using - there are only a few exceptions. Yu are also only allowed 1 person in each seat fitted with a seat belt. Children must use the correct car seat for their weight until...
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6th January 2015
Another pre-christmas Top Tip Tuesday!
Are you fufilling your legal obligations, as either a full license holder or a learner?
Find out here:
https://www.gov.uk/legal-obligations-drivers-riders
Legal obligations of drivers and riders - GOV.UK
You must do several things before you can drive a car or ride a bike. These include getting a driving licence, registering your vehicle and making sure it's insured, paying vehicle tax and getting an MOT. Before you drive or ride...
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23rd December 2014
Today's "Top Tip Tuesday" concerns first aid.
Would you know what to do at the scene of an accident?
https://www.gov.uk/first-aid-on-the-road
First Aid on the road - GOV.UK
This Highway Code applies to England, Scotland and Wales. The Highway Code is essential reading for everyone. The following information may be of general assistance, but there is no substitute for proper training. Any first aid given at the ...
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2nd December 2014
Top Tip Tuesday: What to do if your vehicle breaks down (Especially in this winter weather!)
www.theaa.com/motoring_advice/seasonal/winter_motoring.html
Driving in winter | AA
Winter is the season requiring most care and preparation if you're to stay safe and avoid a breakdown. Breakdowns are more common at this time of year - we have extra patrols on call as the number of breakdowns nearly doubles during...
THE AA COM
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25th November 2014
Today's "Top Tip Tuesday" relates to speed limits.
"The speed limit is the absolute maximum - it doesn’t mean it’s safe to drive at this speed in all conditions."
Find out more at https://www.gov.uk/speed-limits
Speed Limits - GOV.UK
You mustn't drive faster for the type of road and your type of vehicle. The speed limit is an absolute maximum - it does not mean it is safe to drive at this speed in all conditions. A speed of 30 miles per hour (mph) or ..."
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18th November 2014
