Festival season: how to prepare your car
This summer, the RAC and WiseDriving are bringing you top tips if you’re heading to one of the UK’s many festivals. From getting there safely to avoiding getting stuck in a muddy field, if you’re driving to a festival, this guide can help.
Driving safely in wet weather
Rain, rain go away! But it’ll definitely come again another day… So it’s important to make sure that you know how to stay safe behind the wheel in wet weather. Rainy days affect your visibility, and how well your car can grip to the road. But there are a...
There’s an app for that... Top mobile apps for drivers
From finding the cheapest place to fill up to turning your phone into your very own dashcam, there’s an app for that. Read our guide to the top driving apps for the tech-savvy among you.
How having a Black Box could help you to be a greener driver
Imagine if you were told that you could be a more environmentally friendly driver and possibly lower your car insurance premium at the same time. Sounds too good to be true, right?
Can hazard perception save you money?
Hazard perception is one of the most important skills you gain when you’re learning to drive. However, people don’t always remember to use it after they’ve passed their test. Being aware of your surroundings can influence how you brake, accelerate, and...
6 ways to make sure you avoid pothole damage
We’ve put together a few tips on avoiding potholes that may help you keep your car safe when manoeuvring some of Britain’s crumbling roads.
What to do in a driving emergency
How can a telematics device help with anti-theft tracking? What should you do if you have an accident? This guide on driving emergencies from WiseDriving can help.
New driver tips
First time driving alone? Check out these tips for new drivers from WiseDriving to help you get from A to B without issues.
Six tips for clearing your windscreen in winter
Make sure you’re ahead of Jack Frost with these simple tips, which will help your mornings run smoothly and get you off your drive in no time.
Eight life hacks for winter motoring
Feeling a chill in the air? De-icing the car when it’s dark outside is a chore very few of us enjoy. If you want to win at winter, look no further - we’ve compiled a list of handy tips to help you save time and beat the cold.
How to deal with tailgaters
We’ve all dealt with a driver behind you getting a little too close for comfort – but how should you deal with tailgaters? We’ve got some tips in our blog.
Festival season: tips to get you home safely
Are you heading to a festival this summer? Every year, thousands of people drive to festival sites across the country – and everyone wants to make sure everything goes as smoothly as possible
Festival season: getting there
Whether it’s Leeds Festival or Parklife, people across the country will be driving to festival grounds to enjoy weekends of music. What do you need to know about getting to the festival? We’ve got you sorted.
How to use a satnav
Gone are the days of your passenger reading the map while you drive. Today, your phone is possibly your most-used navigation tool when it comes to travelling unknown routes. These 8 tips will show you how to use navigation tools efficiently and...
How can I avoid hitting animals in my car?
In places such as the New Forest, and Dartmoor – both popular UK getaway destinations – animals on the road are an everyday sight, and, if you live near the countryside, they may occur on your everyday route too. If you’re driving in an area where...
Motorway driving tips
So, you’ve passed your test, and you’re licenced to drive wherever you want to. Congrats! If the thought of driving on a motorway fills you with dread, you’re not alone. However, once you’ve got some practice, driving on the motorway will become second...
Summer driving tips
The summer holidays are a time that your car dreads – traffic, hot days and driving to unknown places. Here are a few simple tips to help you avoid a holiday breakdown disaster - and to make sure your summer holidays run as smoothly as your car.
Driving with kids: how to avoid distraction
We’ve put together some tips to help you keep the children quiet and your focus on the road, which can help to get you through every “are we there yet?” on your journey.
15 tips to help you become a more confident driver
It’s super easy to build up your confidence when you’ve passed that test, chosen your car and your insurance is sorted. Check out our round-up of driving confidence tips to give you a boost out on the road.
How to prepare your car for a long journey
Your first long drive can be daunting. When you’re spending hours on the road, anything can happen. Here are the key things to make sure that you have in your car, ready for a long journey!