Driver Knowledge Tests

40% of drivers drive distracted according to IAM (but it’s really 100%). How do you avoid driving distracted?

If you have just passed your driving test and you are starting to drive on your own, how do you remain in control and give your full attention to the road at all times? You will still be finding that

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Why advice on skidding could be outdated and dangerous

It used to be that you would see a lot of skid marks on the road. Now you see very few. Three types of action causes tyre marks on the road: Wheel lockup due to too much braking force applied

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Institute of Advanced Motorists wants government to introduce driver health checks in UK

The IAM, which has branches all over the world, including here in Australia, has called on the UK government to introduce driver health checks for drivers over a certain age to ensure that they are still capable of being in

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33% of young drivers never check their tyre tread

A survey of 1000 18-25 year-old drivers in the UK by Ingenie insurance found that one in three never checked their tyre tread and one in four never check the pressure. 62% underestimate the minimum legal tread depth and 82%

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Choosing the right motorbike helmet for you

Your helmet is your lifeline in the event of an accident, so you’ll need to choose one that is perfectly fitted to your head and your requirements to help it give you the maximum protection possible. It is illegal to

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Motorbike helmet standards in Australia

Your helmet is designed to minimise the risk of head injury and therefore they are made to specific standards to ensure that each helmet meets the minimum criteria. In Australia there are standards for motorcycle helmets based on Australian Standard

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North American animal road signs

As well as driving on the ‘wrong’ side of the road if you go to America, you’ll see some signs that are unique based on their wildlife. Panthers, bobcats and lynx can be found in some areas of North America.

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