When can you drive in a bus lane UK? Most bus lanes operate at peak times only (typically 7.30am to 9.30am or 3.30pm to 6.00pm on Monday to Friday). Outside the hours of operation the lanes can be used by all traffic. The legislation for most bus lanes allows permitted taxis, motorcycles and bicycles to use bus lanes.
What is the kick down? A: Kickdown is a downshift in an automatic transmission triggered when the driver pushes the car’s accelerator to the floor.
What is included with a mobility car? What are the benefits of Motability? The package that Motability offers includes insurance, servicing and maintenance, and breakdown cover that’s provided by the RAC. Motability can also take care of your annual car tax. In short, many of the additional costs of running a normal car are accounted for.
Why does my car judder at low revs? Worn-out spark plugs or the electrical cables attached to them are one of the most common causes of cars juddering. A faulty spark plug could cause the engine to misfire. Any halt in the ignition of the fuel-air mixture could cause the engine to halt momentarily – resulting in a judder.
What part of the car has to stay in good condition? Correct! The law requires seat belts to be kept in good condition. Seat belts reduce the risk of death by 45% and serious injury by 50% for front-seat passengers so must be kept in good condition at all times.
What does TP in radio stand for? The related TP (Traffic Programme) flag is used to allow the user to find only those stations that regularly broadcast traffic bulletins, whereas the TA flag is used to stop the tape or raise the volume during a traffic bulletin.
Can speed cameras be in unmarked cars? It’s not a legal requirement to warn you if there’s a speed camera ahead. In fact, mobile speed cameras operators could technically choose to operate in an unmarked vehicle with no speed camera sign.
Can you MOT a car 4 Months Early? An MOT can be carried out up one month, minus a day, prior to the expiry date of your existing MOT certificate, whilst still preserving the anniversary of the expiry date.
How much are you allowed to tint your windows UK? The front windscreen must let at least 75% of light through and the front side windows must let at least 70% of light through.
Do fully electric cars need an MOT? Like any other vehicle, EVs have to pass an MOT after they are three years old. The main difference between MOTs for EVs and petrol or diesel cars is that there is no emissions or noise test. Want to find out more about driving electric cars? Head over to our Guides.