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The result of talking on a mobile while driving

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I received an email with this information… The number of times we see people using a mobile while driving….ridiculous when you see what COULD happen as a result More who  see this the better. Her last  call was from a new mobile phone… Can you see  the motorcycle? The  Honda crotch rocket rider was traveling at approximately 85 mph. The VW  driver was talking on a cell phone when she  pulled out from a side street, apparently not  seeing the motorcycle. The rider’s reaction time  was not sufficient enough to avoid this  accident. The car  had two passenger and the  bike rider was found INSIDE the car with them. The  Volkswagen actually flipped over from the force  of impact and landed 20 feet from where the  collision took  place. All  three involved (two in the car and the bike  rider) were killed instantly. This graphic  demonstration was placed at the … Continue reading →

IAM – A Skill for Life

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When I joined Unicorn Courtesy Cars, the Weymouth based Chauffeured car Service, I was expected to become a member of the IAM. I’m very glad I was. Having been a member of IAM for several years now, I would urge anyone who drives to at least attend these meetings. The best thing for driving that I have EVER done was to attend these meetings and join the IAM. The benefits to driving skills and personal confidence, and….yes sanity while driving…ok – how to prevent stress, is in the content of these talks given by a serving member of the police driving section. EVERY young person should be encouraged to attend and join…..the roads NEED it! The next part is taken from the Dorset IAM website 7th, 14th and 21st March, 2012 – Lecture sessions The above dates have now been confirmed for the series of three Lecture evenings.  We are … Continue reading →

The Two Second Rule – Drive Safely

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Some time ago I applied to drive for an excellent company, Unicorn Courtesy Cars. One stipulation was that I take the Advanced Motorist test. The IAM Organisation offers advanced training to motorists and motorcyclists. In the South Dorset area we have meetings available twice a year to show prospective candidates what is involved and what would be expected. These meetings are in spring and autumn and dates can be checked with the Dorset IAM website. ANY young driver should take this test, it’s well worth it. In fact ALL drivers SHOULD take the test. There are MANY advantages and none more so than learning to drive well with consequent potential savings of  fuel, learning to “read the road / traffic”, learning to anticipate what other can do,  and a real bonus for me….a LOT less stress with consequent increase of confidence and ability behind the wheel. Other advantages could be … Continue reading →