TomTom Simpsons Navigation App
Apr09

TomTom Simpsons Navigation App

Price: EURO 4.99 as an in-App or EURO 9.95 as a download Springfield’s Mr. Burns and Marge Simpson are the next to tell you where to go when TomTom releases these all-new character voices for their range of GPS navigation systems today. Each of the character voices have been developed and Mr. Burns and Marge Simpson join the voice of Homer Simpson already one of the most popular of all time!. For more info check out...

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Car Safety Tips when Shopping
Apr08

Car Safety Tips when Shopping

Plan where you are going. Know how to get in and out of the Shopping Parking Area. This avoids you giving off the signals of someone lost and vulnerable. Always park in a spot where there is plenty of light and if possible, park close to your destination. Don’t park under trees or in darkened areas. Avoid parking next to high-sided vans, large SUV’s, or cars with tinted windows. More visibility equals more security for you. It is...

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Driving in Ice and Snow
Apr08

Driving in Ice and Snow

Look after You; Decide how necessary your journey is.  Cancel if at all possible. Dress for the weather. Wear appropriate clothing for the conditions so as you are not compromise should you have to get out of your vehicle – the same for your passengers. Don’t overdress if driving. Wearing bulky clothing/hat/scarf and gloves can limit your range of control and heat you up too much. It is better to warm up your vehicle prior to moving...

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Fuel Saving Driving Tips
Apr08

Fuel Saving Driving Tips

The starting point of eco-driving is a regular maintenance and tuning programme for your car. Know that the lowest emissions are between the speeds of 60 and 100km/h Driving at 110km/h uses up to 30% more fuel than driving at 80kp/h Don’t leave the car idling to warm up – drive off straight away. Catalytic converters take 10kms to become fully operative. Get your ‘Cat Checked’. Plan your journey so as to avoid traffic black spots,...

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Driving Test Tips
Apr08

Driving Test Tips

Top 10 Reasons Why You Fail a Driving Test 1. Poor Observation – particularly at junctions and when changing traffic lanes. 2. Failing to Anticipate – that traffic lights may change: traffic may pull out or turn off, including pedestrians and cyclists. 3. Poor Road Position – when turning left or right (common), on straights, through bends or at roundabouts. 4. Slow Driving – Failing to make adequate and appropriate...

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