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  Is Drive it Day successful in getting the message across? 28 Apr 2014 (News)
  I must admit that I am one of those people who has always been a bit dismissive of ventures such as Drive it Day or Drive Your Classic to Work week. Not because I don't think it's a good idea to get your classic out there mixing it with the moderns, but just that if I have a classic on the fleet, I really don't tend to need an excuse to drag it out and use it...
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  Mobility Roadshow to Host Workshops for Older Disabled 13 Jun 2015 (News)
  With three/four guest speakers contributing to each session, attendees will gain vital information on driving, and other alternatives when driving is no longer an option, plus the opportunity to ask questions. · Workshop 1: 10:40-12:30. When to keep driving - and when to stop This will focus on the practical issues surrounding the older driver – from deciding when is a good time to stop driving, renewing and refreshing skills and the improvements and benefits associated with life as a non-driver.
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  Fiat Panda crew shatters the world record 12 Feb 2013 (News)
  Philip Young and Paul Brace, driving a very lightly modified Fiat Panda TwinAir have beaten the world record for driving from Cape Town to London. After arriving in Europe on Saturday, the crew drove flat-out through Europe to make their final destination in London.
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  DVLA website crashes as paper licence abolished 8 Jun 2015 (News)
  An online service that replaced the paper part of the driving licence crashed just hours after the counterpart was abolished. The paper part of the driving licence has been abolished from today, Monday, 8 June. But drivers were left unable to access their details after the relevant section of the DVLA’s website collapsed under weight of additional traffic.
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  Drink-drive deaths increase by 25 per cent in 2012 1 Aug 2013 (News)
  The number of people killed in drink-drive accidents rose last year by 25 per cent. The figures from the Department for Transport show that 290 people were killed in alcohol related road accidents in 2012, compared to 230 in the previous year.
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  Hagerty 'Drive It' Day to End at Stowe school 17 Mar 2011 (News)
  Places on the tour are limited to 120 cars, full entry details can be found at Hagerty Drive-It Day
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  New i10 a 'fun, practical' drive 31 Oct 2007 (News)
  Hyundai's latest foray into the city car sector is practical, affordable and fun to drive, according to the automaker. The South Korean automobile manufacturer has also prioritised safety, giving motorists the option of installing a front child seat in addition to four airbags.
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  'Driving fun' guaranteed in Mazda6 16 Oct 2007 (News)
  The second-generation Mazda6 will allow motorists a degree of 'driving fun' when they get behind its wheel, the automaker has claimed. Larger than its predecessor in virtually every way, the car features an increased amount of leg and shoulder room for backseat passengers.
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  Blog: Drive It Day - how was it for you? 22 Apr 2013 (News)
  Yesterday (21 April) was National Drive It Day, the Federation of British Historic Vehicles Club's (FBHVC) celebration of all things classic. The idea is a simple one - if you own a classic, get it out and drive it. If it doesn't drive, at least pull it out of the garage, so that people will see it.
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  Pass Plus Just £35 23 Nov 2006 (News)
  Driving on Motorways Motorways are like no other roads: learn how to drive on them safely and correctly under expert supervision. Though primarily aimed at the 17 to 24 age group in the interest of improved driving standards and reduced accident rates for this high-risk group the grant, and scheme is open to new drivers in all age groups who have passed their driving test in the past 12-months.
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  IAM Tips For the Long Christmas Drive Home 19 Dec 2013 (News)
  Read these tips from the IAM and stay safe. Try to make your journey in daylight because driving on motorways in the dark in freezing rain can be particularly hazardous. Peter Rodger, the IAM's chief examiner offers these important tips on driving on the motorway at night: Driving in the dark can cause extra tiredness - plan your journey, scheduling at least one stop every two hours.
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  Drive it day: This weekend! 11 Apr 2013 (News)
  For almost a decade the Federation of British Historic Vehicles Clubs (FBHVC) has been celebrating the classic movement by encouraging owners to drive or show their classic cars for one day of the year. This year it takes place on 21 April, and there are events across the country supporting Drive It Day - if you're planning on joining in, there's 10 days to do to get your classic back on the road.
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  Young Driver Training Vital in Improving Road Safety 7 Dec 2011 (News)
  Road safety minister Mike Penning made an honest and passionate speech about ways to improve the driving of young people new to the roads.  The UK Driving Test, he said, was no longer "fit for purpose", and Pass Plus was only reducing crashes by young drivers by 1%. What is needed is better training towards a more realistic test, and post-test continued education of young drivers in order to instill in them the basic skills, observation and defensive driving techniques to survive unscathed on our increasingly congested roads.
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  Jaguar Land Rover launches classic driving experience 3 Oct 2017 (News)
  A new driving event that puts drivers at the wheel of some of the best-loved classic Jaguars and Land Rovers has been launched. The event, which is run by Jaguar Land Rover Classic, is held at the 5000-acre estate at Eastnor Castle in Herefordshire.
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  From diver to driver 22 Aug 2011 (News)
  Olympic diving star Tom Daley turned his attention to driving at a special programme designed to introduce young people to driving, based at Goodwood. Tom is learning to drive in his MINI One D , which he was given as a present for his 17 th birthday in May.
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  'Britons' top European driving destination is Germany' 7 Jul 2008 (News)
  Speaking on behalf of the firm, Simon Ewart said: "These results reveal just how much Brits enjoy driving abroad ... It is great to get away and have your own freedom to come and go as you please." Meanwhile, recent research from Sainsbury's has revealed the number of people heading abroad in their vehicles this year.
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  Bugs cost motorists £44m in damage 24 Aug 2007 (News)
  Insects have been identified as the second-biggest distraction to motorists, causing 650,000 driving accidents each year, according to a new survey by insurance firm esure. Beaten to the top spot by strong sunlight, 75 per cent of drivers claimed to be distracted by bugs while driving, with four per cent admitting to reacting by slamming on the brakes and 22 per cent claiming they take their hands off the wheel.
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  FIAT eco:Drive educates drivers to use less fuel 9 Oct 2008 (News)
  Fiat has just launched a new device that could change the way motorists drive their cars forever. The Managing Director of Fiat Automobiles, Lorenzo Sistino, presented eco:Drive to the international press last week at the 2008 Paris Motor Show. This innovative system gives drivers an accurate insight into how their driving style influences their fuel consumption, and actively helps them to drive more efficiently, saving money and reducing their CO2 emissions.
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  Curios: Citroen 2CV Sahara 15 Jan 2015 (News)
  Even a standard Citroen Deux Chevaux is capable of crossing reasonably rough terrain thanks to its front-drive layout, large wheels and generous ground clearance. But Citroen reckoned a four-wheel drive version was a good idea, the end result being the 2CV Sahara of 1961 – which, instead of using a conventional all-wheel drive set-up, was fitted with an extra engine in the boot to ensure all-round traction.
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  Ford announces dates for its Driving Skills for Life scheme 25 Sep 2013 (News)
  Mark Ovenden, chairman and managing director, Ford of Britain said: “We are delighted to offer Ford Driving Skills for Life in the UK. These first training dates and venues are only the start of our Ford DSFL campaign and there will be more to come in 2014 and beyond.” For more information about Ford Driving Skills for Life and to register your interest,  click here