Having a two second gap means that the gap will increase when travelling at a higher speed. To measure the distance, say “Only a fool breaks the two second rule” as the the car in front passes a point. If you reach the same point before you finish the saying, then you are too close.

Using a mobile device is illegal, except for emergencies. Using a mobile phone or Sat Nav can severely distract you from your driving.

Park your car and put on your hazard lights. Call 999 and let them know the situation. Don’t put yourself or anyone else in danger.

Most vehicles have a setting on the centre mirror to change it to anti-dazzle. This darkens the mirror and reduces the dazzle but you can still see the lights behind you. On some modern cars, this is automatic.

A red X over a lane on the motorway means that the lane is closed. You must move to another lane in good time and when safe to do so. Do not go past the red X in that lane.

When travelling on wet roads, your stopping distance will double. Having a four second gap means the gap will increase, the faster you are travelling. To measure the distance, say “Only a fool breaks the two second rule” as the the car in front passes a point. If you reach the same point before you finish the saying, then you are too close.

Always check your mirrors when you see a hazard because you may need to slow down or stop and this will effect the traffic behind you.

Travelling too close behind the vehicle in front of you will restrict your view of the road ahead and also it gives you less time to react if the vehicle slows down or stops rapidly. The distance behind the vehicle ahead should be a minimum of 2 seconds. Travelling too close is also known as ‘Tailgating’ and is the main cause of multiple car pile-ups.

Amber reflective studs help you to identify the right hand edge of a dual carriageway or motorway at night or in bad visibility.

The reflective studs between the motorway and the hard shoulder are red, however, they change to green when there’s a slip road. This helps show where the slip roads are in poor visibility and at night.

It is best to be aware of your surroundings to avoid an emergency, but if you do find yourself in an emergency situation, keep your hands on the steering so you can still control the direction you need to turn.

No passengers are permitted to ride in a caravan that is being towed at any time.

Motorcyclists and cyclists only have two wheels making them less stable. High sided vehicles have a lager area for the wind to effect them.

Drivers will flash their lights for many reasons but the only legal reason is to alert you to their presence.

Using a lower gear will help to control the speed of the vehicle but some braking might still be required. As a general rule, you can use the same gear to go down the hill as you would to go up the same hill.