#the highway code

[skylertheminish]

This is only relevant to UK drivers folk visiting the UK and wish to drive. There's been a change in how these fancy smart motorways handle breakdowns and long story short, it ain't good.

This video is from a an experienced driving instructor and he covers the problems with this change that we've not been told about.

[elizavalentine]

Early preparation!

[nalonakram]

Driving in adverse weather conditions – Icy and snowy weather

Driving in adverse weather conditions – Icy and snowy weather

The Highway Code applies to England, Scotland and Wales and is essential reading for everyone. Rule 228

In winter check the local weather forecast for warnings of icy or snowy weather. DO NOTdrive in these conditions unless your journey is essential. If it is, take great care and allow more time for your journey. Take an emergency kit of de-icer and ice scraper, torch, warm clothing…

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[brocklrc]

Video: THINK! - 'If you could see - Tractor'

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Country roads

The Highway Code applies to England, Scotland and Wales and is essential reading for everyone.

Rule 154

Take extra care on country roads and reduce your speed at approaches to bends, which can be sharper than they appear, and at junctions and turnings, which may be partially hidden.

Be prepared for pedestrians, horse riders, cyclists, slow-moving farm vehicles or mud on the road surface.

Make sure you can stop within the distance you can see to be clear.

You should also reduce your speed where country roads enter villages.