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The cold winter months are the worst time to break down. Who wants to wait for roadside assistance when it’s cold and pouring with rain? But some of the problems your car faces over the winter months can be because of the weather, so it’s important to check your car is in its best condition before heading off. We’ve compiled some checks that you should carry out on your car so you don’t get caught out. Antifreeze Antifreeze lowers the freezing point of your engine’s cooling system, keeping it from freezing when it’s cold. This is crucial for the winter months when the temperatures plummet, or otherwise you can face some costly damage to your radiators. You can get it changed at a garage if the levels are low, but if you decide to do it yourself make sure to read your vehicle’s manual as each car is different. Tyres Although the legal requirement for tyre tread depth is 1.6mm, you’ll be safest with a depth of 3mm or more. This will ensure your car has the best grip to t...

If you’ve got a UK driving license, then you’re more than aware of who has the right of way, what the traffic signs mean and which headlights to use and when. However, there are some rules of the road you might not be brushed up on. Fortunately, we’ve made you a list of laws you may not be aware of to save yourself a nasty fine. 1.        Stopped at traffic? Stay off that phone! It may seem a perfectly safe time to check your phone, but you can land yourself in hot water if you grab for your phone in standstill traffic. Even if your car isn’t moving, it’s illegal to hold your phone in your hand while your engine is running. Only when your car is pulled over, with the handbrake on and engine off, are you completely safe to use you phone. This even stretches to using your phone at a drive-thru to pay; you could be facing a £200 fine and six points on your license if you’re caught. Maybe think about a different way to pay next time you want to gr...

UK drone users are likely to have to sit drone tests when new legislation comes into place next year. The proposed bill - set to be published March 2018 - suggests owners of drones weighing more than 250g will have to register and sit a test. In the meantime - THE DRONE CODE - already exists. Failure to fly responsibly may result in criminal prosecution. What do you think with regards to drone delivery future and van roof-top drone stations? Drone Code Link            Ref BBC News (26th Dec 2017) : http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-42126150