Rules and regulations

Let’s face it, after the theory test it’s easy to forget some of the more complex rules of the road. And complicated signs or local by-laws don’t help much either. We’ve pulled together some of the most commonly made mistakes and tricky to understand rules – from parking regulations to speed limits – to help you stay on the right side of the law.

The 5 biggest reasons to slow down for speed limit changes

*updated December 2021 We know - 'speed limits are there for a reason'. We've heard it a million times. But do you ever properly think about what those reasons are? If you don't, it's pretty easy to ignore that 30 sign as you cruise...

What happens if you get 6 points on your licence within 2 years of passing your test?

If you get 6 or more points within 2 years of passing your test, your driving licence will be revoked. What are driving licence penalty points? You can get endorsements (points) on your provisional or full licence for things like speeding,...

When and how to use the hard shoulder

The hard shoulder: A narrow emergency lane along the left of a motorway, separated by a solid white line. Most deaths on the hard shoulder happen within 30 minutes of the driver pulling over. Using this part of the motorway should...

The legal minimum tyre tread depth

In the UK, cars MUST have a tread depth of at least 1.6 mm across the central three-quarters of the tread and around the entire circumference of the tyre. It’s the law. You should check your tyre tread and pressures at least once a...

Driving without insurance

We've all seen Police, Camera, Action - we know driving without car insurance is illegal. But did you know driving without the RIGHT insurance amounts to the same thing? What else counts as driving without insurance? Driving someone else's...

Driving without a licence

Pretty simple: if you get in a car and start driving down the road without first passing your practical test, you’re breaking the law. You’d be fairly silly to do it, but it happens. In this case, the penalty is 3 to 6 points that will...

What happens if I get a driving conviction?

Getting a driving conviction is a serious business because it can affect your car insurance and even your job if your employer requires you to have a clean licence. Driving convictions are often referred to as points on your licence...

How to use your car lights to stay safe and legal

It’s easy to start racking up fines, points on your licence and even convictions if you don’t use your lights properly and keep them in good working order. Aside from the penalties, using the wrong lights at the wrong time can be...

What is the Congestion Charge?

The Congestion Charge: An £11.50 fee for driving a vehicle in London between 7am and 6pm, Monday to Friday. Why does it exist? London is a difficult city to drive through at the best of times, but during the working week it can be...

Child seats: what you need to know

Even if you don't have children of your own, you never know when you'll be called on to carry a child as a passenger. Younger siblings, friends' babies - it's important to know the facts upfront. Playing by the rules is never more vital...