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• Perhaps it is safer to drive when on the phone? 18 May 2010 (Forum)
  this from my own local observations. PS It's mostly women at fault, I suppose the men still keep driving. cheers M
• Driving Instructor Grades 6 Apr 2003 (Forum)
  If I understand correctly driving instructors are rated 1-6 according to their ability. Does it depend on their test scores they obtain on becoming an instructor or overall experience/pass rate %? I'm a loser, baby....so why don't you kill me?!
• A costly test drive!!! 15 May 2009 (Forum)
  http://tinyurl.com/rc5qse
• Driving licence @ 70 9 May 2022 (Forum)
  I will be 70 later this year and will need to renew my driving licence. I also drive the volunteer minibus, taking people shopping etc. This mean I need to have the D1 category on my licence. I obtained this under grandfather rights when the plastic cards came in but if I renew online then both D1 and C1 (light trucks) are removed.
• Any - Driving with Alzheimer’s Disease 7 Apr 2022 (Forum)
  However the DVLA seems to give more latitude for individual assessment of the degree of cognitive impairment, stating: “May be able to drive but must notify DVLA. It is difficult to assess driving ability in people with dementia. DVLA acknowledges that there are varied presentations and rates of progression, and the decision on licensing is usually based on medical reports.
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  Is there an electric pick-up or tipper on the market? 10 Jul 2019 (Ask HJ)
  I work for a Parish Council and want to replace our pick-up which is four-wheel drive (a necessity for some of our sites). The Council are keen on going...
• Driving Otherwise In Accordance......Advice? 19 Apr 2011 (Forum)
  OK so its come to this, the Summons arrived today with apparently just the one offence. Driving a vehicle "....otherwise than in accordance with a licence authorising you to drive a motor vehicle of that class. Contrary to section 87(1) of the Road Traffic Act 1988 and Schedule 2 to the Road Traffic Offenders Act 1988....This offence carries penalty points....endorsable offence.
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  Can a traffic warden give you a ticket if you drive off? 28 May 2025 (Ask HJ)
  Can a traffic warden give you a ticket if you drive off?
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  Which are the best convertible cars? 4 Jan 2023 (Ask HJ)
  Which car is better to own and drive - a 2009 BMW 1 Series Convertible diesel auto or an Audi A3 2.1-litre TDI Cabriolet?
• The Driving Experience 19 Oct 2019 (Forum)
    But as technology and innovation has evolved, it comes to question just how certain technologies may change the driving experience particularly with autonomous vehicles, and how drivers or car culture in general might also change.  I would like to understand your experiences of driving, your reasoning of car ownership, and your thoughts on current/ future technologies.
• Driving Mini Buses 10 Jun 2014 (Forum)
  I have Cat D1 on my licence which entitles me to drive a mini bus. I do this at the moment, and it is a 15 seater. These are under "grandfathers" rights as I got my licence before the new regulations. I am a bit confused. I just want to drive a 9 seat mini bus for hire and reward.
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  Leaving a car in storage 1 Jan 2014 (Ask HJ)
  I have no garage and will be forced to leave my Mercedes-Benz on my drive for two months whilst I'm out of the country. I will not be able to leave the...
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  How fast should I drive my Toyota Yaris on the motorway? 9 Feb 2013 (Ask HJ)
  I have a Toyota Yaris 1.0-litre petrol. Could you tell me what is the best rpm to shift gear? Also is 50mph or 55mph the optimum on a motorway?
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  Over 70s refresher driving course 10 Jan 2013 (Ask HJ)
  A few weeks ago one of your readers wrote praising the benefits of a refresher course for older drivers. Can you please remind me of the company recommended?...
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  Winter driving in Germany 9 Jul 2011 (Ask HJ)
  I want to hire a car in German this Christmas. The hire firm is telling me winter tyres are extra. Hasn't the law changed in German making winter tyres...
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  Selling my left hand drive car registered in England 17 Jan 2011 (Ask HJ)
  I would like to sell my left-hand drive Renault Clio. Dealers offer very little as part exchange. My car is registered in England and has a full service...
• Songs about cars and driving 22 Mar 2007 (Forum)
  I know we've had threads about the best music to drive to in the past, but have we had one about songs that are about driving or cars? Reason I ask is that I've just downloaded Chuck Berry's Anthology (sad I know, but I've been a fan of his since the late '50s and have lots on vinyl, but wanted some on CD for listening in the car) and it reminded me that there are some great songs which are just about cars or driving - eg "No money down" and "You Can't catch me" (lyrics at http://lyricsplayground.com/alpha/songs/n/nomoneydown.shtml and http://lyricsplayground.com/alpha/songs/y/youcantcatchme.shtml Even better - a video of it!!
• Malfunction Indicator lamp/ Engine check 29 Jul 2006 (Forum)
  I have started it in the last 3 days and has put it in Reverse and Drive but didn't drive but no MIL light now. I am going to take it to the dealer next week but any I am grateful for any advise, Thanks
• The standard of my girlfriend's driving. 26 Jan 2005 (Forum)
  If anything had been coming either way, heavens knows what would have happened. She doesn't seem capable of driving in a straight line very well, either driving over every drain or over every cat's eye. I've seen her mount kerbs, reverse into my car, do 90mph in driving rain with 20 yard visibility....all sorts.
• Drive Shaft End Float - Citroen XM 27 Jul 2003 (Forum)
  They were pretty well rusted on, and quite a lot of force and application of FBH (hammer) was apparently used. A sensible practice? I have now noticed a slight whine from the final drive area at around 2800 rpm in fifth (approx 80mph). Any idea if/what may have been damaged? I would have thought that the final drive area was pretty robust. Or maybe the whine is from the new balancer/alternator belts.