Driver factsheets

Keeping you safe on the roads

Take a look through our library of driver factsheets here to help keep you safe and up to date on the roads.

  • Winter driving

    Tips for driving in the winter

  • Summer driving

    Tips for driving in the summer months

  • Most common causes of accidents

    View our tips for avoiding the most common causes of accidents

  • Tyre safety factsheet

    View our guide to tyre safety

  • Driving safely around cyclists

    Read our guide on how to drive safely around cyclists

  • Driving kind

    Read our tips on how to help make the road a happier and kinder place to be

  • Speeding fines

    Read our factsheet on speeding fines

  • Mobile phones

    Read our factsheet on mobile phones and the law

  • Drink driving

    Read our guide on the laws around drink driving

  • Drug driving

    Read our guide on the laws around drug driving

  • Vehicle Walk around Checks

    Read our guide to find out how to improve safety levels and unscheduled downtime with a vehicle walk around check

  • Smart Motorways

    Smart Motorways - What are they and how do you use them?

  • Seating Position

    Read our Seating Position guide for tips on how to avoid putting extra strain on the spine whilst driving.

  • Safe Driving on Country Roads

    Read our guide to driving on country roads to help avoid the hazards and stay safe.

  • How to report a road traffic incident

    Read our guide which provides tips on how to report a road traffic incident.

  • Driving a Van: Daily Walkaround Check

    Read our guide about the daily checks that you should carry out inside and outside your van to make sure it’s roadworthy.

  • AdBlue®

    Read our guide to find out more about the exhaust fluid, AdBlue®, which is used to help reduce nitrous oxide emissions produced by diesel engines.

  • Ecodriving

    Read our factsheet about ecodriving for tips on how to drive more efficiently to save on fuel, reduce carbon emissions and improve air quality.

  • Van Tyres and Your Safety

    Read our guide which provides tips on regular checks to ensure your van tyres remain safe and legal.

  • Driving Safely Around Motorcyclists

    Read our guide for some helpful tips on how, as a driver, you can help make the roads safer for motorcyclists

  • European Environmental Zones

    Read our guide for further information re: the official badges required to drive in specific cities across Europe

  • Key information for UK drivers travelling to Europe

    Read our guide to help you prepare for driving in Europe.

  • Drink driving limits across Europe

    Read our guide for more information on the legal blood alcohol limit for driving in countries across Europe.

  • Clean Air Zone Guide

    Read our guide to help keep you up-to-date with how Clean Air Zones across the UK may impact your journeys.

  • Clean Air Zone Traffic Symbol Guidelines

    Read our guide which clearly explains the symbols which will be used for both charging and non-charging Clean Air Zones across the UK

  • Driver Wellbeing

    Read our guide with top tips to help keep your well-being in check

  • Guide to Driving in the Rain

    Read our guide which provides helpful tips to help keep you safe on the road.

  • What to do when you break down

    Read our guide which provides tips on how to stay safe and avoid putting yourself in danger

  • How to protect your vehicle from being damaged by potholes

    Read our guide which provides tips to help ensure you are prepared for dealing with potholes safely.

  • How to get the most from your tyres

    Read our guide for top tips to help get the most from your tyres.

  • How to avoid road rage

    Read our guide for tips on how to be a more courteous driver and help reduce the threat of road rage on our roads.

  • The dangers of driving when tired

    Read our guide for tips on how to avoid falling asleep at the wheel.

  • Dangers of driving in the dark

    Read our guide for tips to assist you in making your after-dark drive safer.

  • Drink driving offence codes explained

    Read our guide which explains the 4 codes related to drink driving offences.

  • End of Agreement – Vehicle Return, Light Commercial Vehicles

    Read our guide for helpful tips on how to prepare your light commercial vehicle for collection at the end of agreement

  • End of Agreement – Vehicle Return, Cars

    Read our guide for helpful tips on how to prepare your car for collection at the end of agreement

  • Vehicle Rental Factsheet

    Read our factsheet for helpful information relating to your rental vehicles, to ensure you get the most out of your rental with Inchcape Fleet Solutions.

  • How to drive an electric vehicle

    Read our factsheet for tips to help get as many miles as possible out of a single charge.