Driving Lessons Clifton NG11

07/08/2026

28/01/2026

Don’t Rush, Don’t Crush

Respecting the two-second rule Every second on the road is precious, whether you are walking, cycling, riding a motorcycle, or driving a vehicle. The environment around us changes constantly, often in the blink of an eye. That is why staying alert and aware of your surroundings is not optional; it is essential. Seeing ahead Remaining alert and aware of what is going on around you allows you to react appropriately to any given situation that arises....

Respecting the two-second rule Every second on the road is precious, whether you are walking, cycling, riding a motorcycle, or driving a vehicle. The environment around us changes constantly, often…

27/01/2026

AI Turbocharging

New technology is expected to radically change UK roads and driving Artificial Intelligence (AI) is set to play a transformative role in the future of the United Kingdom’s roads and driving infrastructure. These are the conclusions of industry leaders and policymakers atThe Transport AI Summit held in Parliament this week. Organised by Chamber UK, the event brought together MPs, transport operators, tech firms, and sector specialists to explore how AI technologies can be deployed to improve road safety, enhance maintenance, reduce congestion, and drive economic growth....

New technology is expected to radically change UK roads and driving Artificial Intelligence (AI) is set to play a transformative role in the future of the United Kingdom’s roads and driving infrast…

26/01/2026

Recycle and Retread

Continental calls for better tyre recycling and retreading as part of push for sustainability In a growing call to action for industry and policymakers alike, tyre manufacturer Continental is urging stronger systems for tyre recycling and broader use of retreading to cut waste and boost sustainability. The plea comes amid mounting concerns over the environmental impact of discarded tyres and a legacy of under-utilised retread potential, particularly in the commercial vehicle sector....

Continental calls for better tyre recycling and retreading as part of push for sustainability In a growing call to action for industry and policymakers alike, tyre manufacturer Continental is urgin…

25/01/2026

Greying And Green

Grey cars still rule UK roads, but the rise of the EV sees greener options charging up Britain’s car buyers continued their long-standing love affair with neutral colours in 2025. However, according to the latest figures from the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT), greener hues hint at shifting attitudes among drivers. Toned down For the eighth year in a row, grey was the UK’s most popular new car colour....

Grey cars still rule UK roads, but the rise of the EV sees greener options charging up Britain’s car buyers continued their long-standing love affair with neutral colours in 2025. However, accordin…

24/01/2026

Powering The Charge

Modern EV batteries prove durable and reliable Electric vehicle (EV) batteries continue to outperform long-held expectations. New data from telematics specialist Geotab offers reassurance for EV owners. As new EV sales rise and the second-hand market for electric vehicles grows, battery longevity and reliability remain key concerns for buyers. Plugged in Based on real-world telematics data from more than 22,700 EVs across 21 makes and models, Geotab’s latest analysis finds that EV batteries degrade at an average rate of about 2.3% per year, meaning most batteries retain strong health well beyond typical vehicle service lives....

Modern EV batteries prove durable and reliable Electric vehicle (EV) batteries continue to outperform long-held expectations. New data from telematics specialist Geotab offers reassurance…

23/01/2026

Safety Tech and Ignorance

Government launches consultation on making advanced in-car safety technology mandatory in Great Britain Brexit has left many areas of legal regulation in limbo, including mandatory safety technology in new vehicles. The UK Government has opened a major consultation on making a wide range of in-car safety technologies mandatory on new vehicles sold in Great Britain. This signals its intention to align more closely with European Union rules already in force....

Government launches consultation on making advanced in-car safety technology mandatory in Great Britain Brexit has left many areas of legal regulation in limbo, including mandatory safety technolog…

22/01/2026

Mapping The Holes

Government publishes first national pothole performance map, putting councils under the microscope The Department for Transport (DfT) has published a new interactive map that ranks how well England’s local councils repair potholes and maintain roads. It offers motorists an unprecedented look at local highway performance and how government funding is being spent. This is the first time such data has been collated and presented in a comprehensive, public-facing traffic-light system, as the government seeks to cure the disintegrating national road network through record funding for local authorities....

Government publishes first national pothole performance map, putting councils under the microscope The Department for Transport (DfT) has published a new interactive map that ranks how well England…

21/01/2026

AI Aids Road Safety

AI set to become the ‘silent co-driver’ as report sees a changing road ahead The latest Motive AI Road Safety Report, based primarily on North American commercial fleet data, carries clear implications for the United Kingdom. It concludes that major reductions in road casualties will come from changing driver behaviours, rather than new roads and car safety features. However, artificial intelligence (AI) will be central to that shift....

AI set to become the ‘silent co-driver’ as report sees a changing road ahead The latest Motive AI Road Safety Report, based primarily on North American commercial fleet data, carries clear imp…

20/01/2026

Selling the Electric Dream

New car registrations up, with EVs and discounts making the moves New car registrations in the UK passed the two-million mark last year for the first time since the pandemic. While they provide a welcome boost for the automotive sector, they also expose the growing strains in the country’s transition to electric vehicles. EV discounting and Chinese competition could prove to be a fork in the road....

New car registrations up, with EVs and discounts making the moves New car registrations in the UK passed the two-million mark last year for the first time since the pandemic. While they provide a w…