Beware of new car thieving scam
13 Oct 2011 | Comments (0) | Views (314)
Car thefts have been occurring since they were first made in 1894 but as technology advances and car manufacturers continue looking for new ways to prevent thefts, are our cars really safe? Many cars ...
13 Oct 2011 | Comments (0) | Views (314)
Car thefts have been occurring since they were first made in 1894 but as technology advances and car manufacturers continue looking for new ways to prevent thefts, are our cars really safe? Many cars ...
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Jewish community gets help with traffic signal for safe crossing during Sabbath period
10 Oct 2011 | Comments (0) | Views (294)
The UK is known for being diverse with many people of all religions and cultures setting up home here. One community that we do not hear from much is the Jewish community who are very private; there a...
10 Oct 2011 | Comments (0) | Views (294)
The UK is known for being diverse with many people of all religions and cultures setting up home here. One community that we do not hear from much is the Jewish community who are very private; there a...
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Having things hanging in your car can be a danger when driving
06 Oct 2011 | Comments (0) | Views (242)
The AA has recently done a survey about 'ornamental clutter' that compromises road safety. We all learnt about the blind spot when we took driving lessons but now drivers are inadvertently causing dan...
06 Oct 2011 | Comments (0) | Views (242)
The AA has recently done a survey about 'ornamental clutter' that compromises road safety. We all learnt about the blind spot when we took driving lessons but now drivers are inadvertently causing dan...
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Drink drive limit to stay the same in the UK
20 Sep 2011 | Comments (0) | Views (382)
Since the UK joined the EU, it has been under enormous pressure to change their laws so that they are in line with the other European states. The latest law to be questioned was the drink driving limi...
20 Sep 2011 | Comments (0) | Views (382)
Since the UK joined the EU, it has been under enormous pressure to change their laws so that they are in line with the other European states. The latest law to be questioned was the drink driving limi...
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MyKey from Ford - An ingenious way to set restrictions on your car when others are driving it
18 Sep 2011 | Comments (0) | Views (388)
There is always news features telling us how expensive insurance for teenagers and newly qualified drivers are, the statistics show that the majority of drivers under 21 will have to pay in excess of ...
18 Sep 2011 | Comments (0) | Views (388)
There is always news features telling us how expensive insurance for teenagers and newly qualified drivers are, the statistics show that the majority of drivers under 21 will have to pay in excess of ...
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Driving with kids - how not to get distracted by your children
16 Sep 2011 | Comments (0) | Views (388)
Driving requires a lot of concentration but when driving with kids, concentrating fully on the road can become quite a challenge. Besides having to watch out for the traffic around you and other road ...
16 Sep 2011 | Comments (0) | Views (388)
Driving requires a lot of concentration but when driving with kids, concentrating fully on the road can become quite a challenge. Besides having to watch out for the traffic around you and other road ...
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How distractions while driving can be deadly
14 Sep 2011 | Comments (0) | Views (368)
Driving is an activity that requires total concentration and focus, being able to make sharp and quick decisions and being always alert. The slightest distraction can be fatal and very often one distr...
14 Sep 2011 | Comments (0) | Views (368)
Driving is an activity that requires total concentration and focus, being able to make sharp and quick decisions and being always alert. The slightest distraction can be fatal and very often one distr...
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How to overcome your fear of driving
12 Sep 2011 | Comments (0) | Views (430)
Many people suffer from a common problem, a phobia, which is a fear of driving. It can take many forms like intense sweating, incapacity to move, palpitations and even panic attacks. These may result ...
12 Sep 2011 | Comments (0) | Views (430)
Many people suffer from a common problem, a phobia, which is a fear of driving. It can take many forms like intense sweating, incapacity to move, palpitations and even panic attacks. These may result ...
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Driving with dementia
10 Sep 2011 | Comments (0) | Views (442)
Dementia is a state where a person loses the ability to think and act as he/she used to and it affects the important cognitive parts of the body and decreases the capacity to think, talk, hear or even...
10 Sep 2011 | Comments (0) | Views (442)
Dementia is a state where a person loses the ability to think and act as he/she used to and it affects the important cognitive parts of the body and decreases the capacity to think, talk, hear or even...
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Campervan insurance
08 Sep 2011 | Comments (0) | Views (402)
A campervan is a vehicle that acts as means of transport and also provides everyday facilities like sleeping accommodation, kitchen with stoves (fuelled by gas/battery/electricity) and refrigerator, p...
08 Sep 2011 | Comments (0) | Views (402)
A campervan is a vehicle that acts as means of transport and also provides everyday facilities like sleeping accommodation, kitchen with stoves (fuelled by gas/battery/electricity) and refrigerator, p...
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Car lights - Styling and modifications
04 Sep 2011 | Comments (0) | Views (483)
Many young men think of their car as their pride and joy, they spend hours cleaning it and making sure maintenance is carried out regularly. The one thing that can make a car look boring are the light...
04 Sep 2011 | Comments (0) | Views (483)
Many young men think of their car as their pride and joy, they spend hours cleaning it and making sure maintenance is carried out regularly. The one thing that can make a car look boring are the light...
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Wheelchair accessible vehicles
02 Sep 2011 | Comments (0) | Views (406)
Having a disability doesn’t mean you need to stay confined in the house nor does it mean you need to take public transport only. We know that buses have wheelchair ramps but there is not always space ...
02 Sep 2011 | Comments (0) | Views (406)
Having a disability doesn’t mean you need to stay confined in the house nor does it mean you need to take public transport only. We know that buses have wheelchair ramps but there is not always space ...
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What to look for when test driving a car?
26 Aug 2011 | Comments (0) | Views (394)
When people buy a car it doesn’t matter if it’s your first, second, third or fourth, you should always take the car for a test drive. Most people see a car they like and just go for it but just becaus...
26 Aug 2011 | Comments (0) | Views (394)
When people buy a car it doesn’t matter if it’s your first, second, third or fourth, you should always take the car for a test drive. Most people see a car they like and just go for it but just becaus...
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Swindon council to try red lights barrier for speeding offenders
24 Aug 2011 | Comments (0) | Views (431)
Councils and the Government are always looking for new ways to curb the nations speeding habits as they have an effect on everyone including pedestrians and other drivers. After successful trials in E...
24 Aug 2011 | Comments (0) | Views (431)
Councils and the Government are always looking for new ways to curb the nations speeding habits as they have an effect on everyone including pedestrians and other drivers. After successful trials in E...
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Motorcycle insurance
08 Aug 2011 | Comments (0) | Views (476)
Insuring your motorcycle is not just about getting you protected in case something nasty happens to you or your bike but it is in fact against the law to ride a vehicle with no insurance. While the ag...
08 Aug 2011 | Comments (0) | Views (476)
Insuring your motorcycle is not just about getting you protected in case something nasty happens to you or your bike but it is in fact against the law to ride a vehicle with no insurance. While the ag...
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Private driving instructors
04 Aug 2011 | Comments (0) | Views (2045)
The advice that many people will give to you is to learn to drive with a qualified driving instructor rather than with friends or family because then you do not adopt their bad driving habits. Either ...
04 Aug 2011 | Comments (0) | Views (2045)
The advice that many people will give to you is to learn to drive with a qualified driving instructor rather than with friends or family because then you do not adopt their bad driving habits. Either ...
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Driving in the dark
27 Jul 2011 | Comments (0) | Views (591)
Scientists have conducted tests that show that driving for just a few hours at night has the same effect as driving when drunk. Most motorists cannot avoid driving in the evening or when dark because ...
27 Jul 2011 | Comments (0) | Views (591)
Scientists have conducted tests that show that driving for just a few hours at night has the same effect as driving when drunk. Most motorists cannot avoid driving in the evening or when dark because ...
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Motorcycle test
25 Jul 2011 | Comments (0) | Views (541)
To be eligible to ride a bike, you have to be 16 years old, but over 17 to ride a motorcycle of an engine capacity of more than 50cc. You also have to have some compulsory basic training (CBT) to vali...
25 Jul 2011 | Comments (0) | Views (541)
To be eligible to ride a bike, you have to be 16 years old, but over 17 to ride a motorcycle of an engine capacity of more than 50cc. You also have to have some compulsory basic training (CBT) to vali...
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Motorhomes
18 Jul 2011 | Comments (0) | Views (599)
Also called a recreational vehicle, a motorhome is a vehicle that offers living accommodation in addition to transport. They differ from campervans in that they tend to be larger with more luxuries. M...
18 Jul 2011 | Comments (0) | Views (599)
Also called a recreational vehicle, a motorhome is a vehicle that offers living accommodation in addition to transport. They differ from campervans in that they tend to be larger with more luxuries. M...
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Driving licence renewal
02 Jul 2011 | Comments (0) | Views (997)
A new driving licence format is now available throughout the European Union namely in the form of a photocard. The DVLA (Driver and Vehicle Licensing Agency) is replacing all ancient paper licences wi...
02 Jul 2011 | Comments (0) | Views (997)
A new driving licence format is now available throughout the European Union namely in the form of a photocard. The DVLA (Driver and Vehicle Licensing Agency) is replacing all ancient paper licences wi...
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Parent and child parking bays
20 Jun 2011 | Comments (0) | Views (683)
There seems to be much confusion on parent and child parking spaces, like are there any laws, rules and can fines be issued? Here are some of the most frequently asked questions surrounding parent and...
20 Jun 2011 | Comments (0) | Views (683)
There seems to be much confusion on parent and child parking spaces, like are there any laws, rules and can fines be issued? Here are some of the most frequently asked questions surrounding parent and...
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Finance and repossessed car crime
13 Jun 2011 | Comments (0) | Views (591)
With more and more people unable to keep up with the costs of running a car, they are forced to sell it on and use other modes of transport or sell it to buy a cheaper car to run. Along with soaring f...
13 Jun 2011 | Comments (0) | Views (591)
With more and more people unable to keep up with the costs of running a car, they are forced to sell it on and use other modes of transport or sell it to buy a cheaper car to run. Along with soaring f...
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Painted alloy wheels
06 Jun 2011 | Comments (0) | Views (600)
Alloy wheels have been in the top 5 when it comes to modifying and tuning cars so it was only a matter of time until they got more exciting and unique. Unless you have a lot of money to spend on alloy...
06 Jun 2011 | Comments (0) | Views (600)
Alloy wheels have been in the top 5 when it comes to modifying and tuning cars so it was only a matter of time until they got more exciting and unique. Unless you have a lot of money to spend on alloy...
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Taxi licence renewal after new car purchase can be a problem
24 May 2011 | Comments (0) | Views (545)
As the government and local councils continue to crack down on bogus taxi’s that tout for clients, Manchester council decided that one of the ways that this could be achieved was to have a stric...
24 May 2011 | Comments (0) | Views (545)
As the government and local councils continue to crack down on bogus taxi’s that tout for clients, Manchester council decided that one of the ways that this could be achieved was to have a stric...
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Fuel thefts and drive offs
19 May 2011 | Comments (0) | Views (532)
As nation waits to see if the cost of petrol will continue to rise, there have been reports of drivers filling up with petrol then driving off without paying for it. Since the price of petrol started ...
19 May 2011 | Comments (0) | Views (532)
As nation waits to see if the cost of petrol will continue to rise, there have been reports of drivers filling up with petrol then driving off without paying for it. Since the price of petrol started ...
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Headlight converters - Making your headlamp beam conform to European standards
16 May 2011 | Comments (0) | Views (618)
Did you know that there are specific legal requirements for headlight beams whilst driving in most European countries? As most people in the EU drive on the right hand side, there is a high chance tha...
16 May 2011 | Comments (0) | Views (618)
Did you know that there are specific legal requirements for headlight beams whilst driving in most European countries? As most people in the EU drive on the right hand side, there is a high chance tha...
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Travelling with dogs in the car
09 May 2011 | Comments (0) | Views (392)
Sometimes you have no choice but to travel with your dog in the car with you and though they are easier to look after than cats there are still some important safety points to take into consideration....
09 May 2011 | Comments (0) | Views (392)
Sometimes you have no choice but to travel with your dog in the car with you and though they are easier to look after than cats there are still some important safety points to take into consideration....
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New car seat recommendation for babies
13 Apr 2011 | Comments (0) | Views (369)
It is a legal requirement that all children and babies travelling in a vehicle be securely strapped in via a car seat or booster seat. Currently a rear facing car seat is recommended for babies until ...
13 Apr 2011 | Comments (0) | Views (369)
It is a legal requirement that all children and babies travelling in a vehicle be securely strapped in via a car seat or booster seat. Currently a rear facing car seat is recommended for babies until ...
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New traffic lights system to be trialled
04 Apr 2011 | Comments (0) | Views (372)
In parts of Europe, traffic lights are left on amber in the late hours of the evening or early morning. Drivers are then able to decide whether to stop or not; it works well in most places as it has b...
04 Apr 2011 | Comments (0) | Views (372)
In parts of Europe, traffic lights are left on amber in the late hours of the evening or early morning. Drivers are then able to decide whether to stop or not; it works well in most places as it has b...
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What to do if you're stopped by the police?
29 Mar 2011 | Comments (0) | Views (438)
As a motorist, would you know what to do if you were being asked to stop by a police officer in a patrol car? How do you know that the officer is asking you to pull over and not the driver in front or...
29 Mar 2011 | Comments (0) | Views (438)
As a motorist, would you know what to do if you were being asked to stop by a police officer in a patrol car? How do you know that the officer is asking you to pull over and not the driver in front or...
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Speed camera axing leads to fewer deaths
07 Mar 2011 | Comments (0) | Views (332)
Since the launch of speed cameras over 20 years ago, there has been much controversy over whether or not lives have been saved as a result of them. Most argue that with the introduction of speed camer...
07 Mar 2011 | Comments (0) | Views (332)
Since the launch of speed cameras over 20 years ago, there has been much controversy over whether or not lives have been saved as a result of them. Most argue that with the introduction of speed camer...
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Rising costs of fuel causing drivers to drive on empty tanks
21 Feb 2011 | Comments (0) | Views (388)
Over the last three months, the cost of fuel has risen to the highest it has ever been putting even more financial strain on families who are unable to cope with the high cost of living. As a result o...
21 Feb 2011 | Comments (0) | Views (388)
Over the last three months, the cost of fuel has risen to the highest it has ever been putting even more financial strain on families who are unable to cope with the high cost of living. As a result o...
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SORN - Statutory Off Road Notification
09 Feb 2011 | Comments (0) | Views (523)
If you have a car that is not currently being driven or have decided to stop driving for a medical or non personal reasons, then you will need to declare your vehicle as off road. You must let the DVL...
09 Feb 2011 | Comments (0) | Views (523)
If you have a car that is not currently being driven or have decided to stop driving for a medical or non personal reasons, then you will need to declare your vehicle as off road. You must let the DVL...
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Laid up motorcycle insurance
08 Feb 2011 | Comments (2) | Views (451)
As the weather in the UK is always unsettled and unpredictable, many motorcycle owners find that during the Autumn/Winter months it’s too cold and wet to drive safely. On average the UK has only...
08 Feb 2011 | Comments (2) | Views (451)
As the weather in the UK is always unsettled and unpredictable, many motorcycle owners find that during the Autumn/Winter months it’s too cold and wet to drive safely. On average the UK has only...
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International driving licence & permit
07 Feb 2011 | Comments (0) | Views (422)
A great thing about having a UK driving licence is that it entitles you to drive in most European (EU) or European Economic Community (EEA) states. Though you can drive here at the age of 17, some sta...
07 Feb 2011 | Comments (0) | Views (422)
A great thing about having a UK driving licence is that it entitles you to drive in most European (EU) or European Economic Community (EEA) states. Though you can drive here at the age of 17, some sta...
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Driving Games
04 Feb 2011 | Comments (0) | Views (268)
There are so many games consoles to choose from nowadays whereas 10 years ago you were limited to only 2 or 3. On such advantage for younger people is playing driving games where they can see what it&...
04 Feb 2011 | Comments (0) | Views (268)
There are so many games consoles to choose from nowadays whereas 10 years ago you were limited to only 2 or 3. On such advantage for younger people is playing driving games where they can see what it&...
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Tank driving
02 Feb 2011 | Comments (0) | Views (231)
Experience something new today and try driving a tank, they are most often seen in war stricken areas or on the television but now you can experience handling one of these military vehicles and see ju...
02 Feb 2011 | Comments (0) | Views (231)
Experience something new today and try driving a tank, they are most often seen in war stricken areas or on the television but now you can experience handling one of these military vehicles and see ju...
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Driving experience days
31 Jan 2011 | Comments (0) | Views (252)
With so many different types of driving experience days to discover, it can be hard to choose just one. This is why you can now book packages that are inexpensive and last a few hours so you can exper...
31 Jan 2011 | Comments (0) | Views (252)
With so many different types of driving experience days to discover, it can be hard to choose just one. This is why you can now book packages that are inexpensive and last a few hours so you can exper...
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Uninsured cars to be crushed under new laws
30 Jan 2011 | Comments (0) | Views (384)
Nearly 5 years ago in 2006, Labour tried to enforce a law that would enable The Department of Transport (DfT) to seize all uninsured vehicles and have them crushed even though they are not being drive...
30 Jan 2011 | Comments (0) | Views (384)
Nearly 5 years ago in 2006, Labour tried to enforce a law that would enable The Department of Transport (DfT) to seize all uninsured vehicles and have them crushed even though they are not being drive...
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Racing experience
28 Jan 2011 | Comments (0) | Views (208)
Nowadays if you want to start a new career, you don’t need to go in blind as you can have a taster to see if you like it and then make a decision. The same goes for racing; most young men think ...
28 Jan 2011 | Comments (0) | Views (208)
Nowadays if you want to start a new career, you don’t need to go in blind as you can have a taster to see if you like it and then make a decision. The same goes for racing; most young men think ...
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ISOFIX car seats
26 Jan 2011 | Comments (0) | Views (324)
If you have children or thinking about starting a family then you will need to find an appropriate car seat that is both practical, easy to carry and fits your car properly. Unfortunately nowadays&nbs...
26 Jan 2011 | Comments (0) | Views (324)
If you have children or thinking about starting a family then you will need to find an appropriate car seat that is both practical, easy to carry and fits your car properly. Unfortunately nowadays&nbs...
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Rally Driving
25 Jan 2011 | Comments (0) | Views (284)
If you like Formula 1 (f1), then rally driving is something that you would like to try but it can be very dangerous when not done under professional conditions such as being unsupervised and not prope...
25 Jan 2011 | Comments (0) | Views (284)
If you like Formula 1 (f1), then rally driving is something that you would like to try but it can be very dangerous when not done under professional conditions such as being unsupervised and not prope...
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VAT increase on cars - How can you save money?
24 Jan 2011 | Comments (0) | Views (178)
Since January 4th 2011, VAT increased by 2.5% bringing it to 20% and many people shopped frantically before this date to save some money. Most people put off spending until after the New Year as shopp...
24 Jan 2011 | Comments (0) | Views (178)
Since January 4th 2011, VAT increased by 2.5% bringing it to 20% and many people shopped frantically before this date to save some money. Most people put off spending until after the New Year as shopp...
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Motor Insurance Bureau (MIB) - Insurers not updating your details
23 Jan 2011 | Comments (0) | Views (352)
We all know the importance of having car insurance, so every year we are faced with the boring and time consuming task of finding the cheapest car insurance quote. If you drive without insurance for e...
23 Jan 2011 | Comments (0) | Views (352)
We all know the importance of having car insurance, so every year we are faced with the boring and time consuming task of finding the cheapest car insurance quote. If you drive without insurance for e...
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Cost of speed awareness courses to increase to fund speed cameras
21 Jan 2011 | Comments (0) | Views (433)
As the government continues to find ways to increase revenue, one of the ways that this can be done is to penalise bad drivers for speeding and accidents. Currently if caught speeding, you face three ...
21 Jan 2011 | Comments (0) | Views (433)
As the government continues to find ways to increase revenue, one of the ways that this can be done is to penalise bad drivers for speeding and accidents. Currently if caught speeding, you face three ...
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Deer warning for drivers
03 Jan 2011 | Comments (0) | Views (261)
Did you know that the deer population has risen to over 1.5 million and still rapidly increasing? There are 27 million cars in the UK so you would think that the likelihood of hitting a deer would be ...
03 Jan 2011 | Comments (0) | Views (261)
Did you know that the deer population has risen to over 1.5 million and still rapidly increasing? There are 27 million cars in the UK so you would think that the likelihood of hitting a deer would be ...
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Digital radio switch over for cars
01 Jan 2011 | Comments (0) | Views (335)
It has been announced that by 2015 the analogue FM and MW signal will be turned off and Digital Audio Broadcasting (DAB) will be introduced instead. Currently the analogue signal for television servic...
01 Jan 2011 | Comments (0) | Views (335)
It has been announced that by 2015 the analogue FM and MW signal will be turned off and Digital Audio Broadcasting (DAB) will be introduced instead. Currently the analogue signal for television servic...
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Snow fines to be issued to careless drivers
11 Dec 2010 | Comments (0) | Views (265)
When you leave for work in the morning, do you make sure that the car is free of snow? Most people only clear the front windscreen so they can see the road ahead but not the rear, lights or the roof o...
11 Dec 2010 | Comments (0) | Views (265)
When you leave for work in the morning, do you make sure that the car is free of snow? Most people only clear the front windscreen so they can see the road ahead but not the rear, lights or the roof o...
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Speed trapping
29 Nov 2010 | Comments (0) | Views (227)
Did you know that there are some councils that make hundreds and thousands of pounds from speeding tickets and parking fines? Some councils are now re-evaluating some speed cameras as some have been f...
29 Nov 2010 | Comments (0) | Views (227)
Did you know that there are some councils that make hundreds and thousands of pounds from speeding tickets and parking fines? Some councils are now re-evaluating some speed cameras as some have been f...
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Undercover traffic wardens
27 Nov 2010 | Comments (0) | Views (436)
One of the most hated people in Britain has to be the traffic wardens; not only have they built up a bad reputation of fining innocent motorists unnecessarily but they also have sneaky tactics under t...
27 Nov 2010 | Comments (0) | Views (436)
One of the most hated people in Britain has to be the traffic wardens; not only have they built up a bad reputation of fining innocent motorists unnecessarily but they also have sneaky tactics under t...
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