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One of the secret driverless vehicles being developed by tech giant Apple has been involved in a car accident on an expressway close to the Silicon Valley headquarters of the company, according to the road authority of California. However the driverless car was not the one at fault, being rear-ended by an all too human driver.
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Police in the United Kingdom have launched a crackdown on road users who have defective vision, which will mean that any driver who is unable to pass a roadside eye test will have their driving licence taken away from them immediately.
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The driving test could become a thing of the past because of self-driving cars within the next couple of decades, some industry experts believe.
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A great deal of heat is produced by a car engine when running, and it needs to be continuously cooled in order to prevent damage to the engine. This is usually done with the circulating of coolant liquid, which is normally water combined with an anti-freeze solution, via special cooling passages, although there are some engines that are cooled by air that flows across finned cylinder casings.
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Buying a used car is one of the simplest ways to cut down on the costs associated with motoring, particularly for new drivers who are just buying their first vehicle. There is no reason why owning a used car should not result in a hassle-free ownership experience – so long as you make sure to purchase one of the best used vehicles on the market.
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Road trips can be exciting and fun, but it is important to make sure that certain preparations have been made in advance of a lengthy drive. Everyone has their own methods of ensuring their readiness for such an endeavour, be it by making a list of items to pack, collecting together a playlist of favourite songs, or bringing along much loved food items or games; but it is also crucial to take certain items that can make the drive safer, cheaper or just more interesting!
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Once upon a time the Ford Cortina seemed to be the company car of choice for almost every sales rep or middle manager out there, but these days an Audi or a BMW are more likely to achieve that honour. However, there is no denying the history of uproarious success enjoyed by the Ford Cortina.
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There is no great secret as to how to pass a driving test in the United Kingdom. For new drivers to pass that test, all that is required is hard work, determination, lots of practice, and actual road experience, which is arguably the most important of all. However, there are a number of tips that can give new drivers a better chance of ensuring they pass their driving test on the first attempt.
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The number one reason for learner drivers being unable to successfully pass their practical tests is failing to perform proper checks at junctions, it has been revealed in a new study. Some of the other key issues responsible for new drivers being denied their licences include them being unable to properly reverse, and demonstrating a lack of control over their vehicles.
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Few other vehicles are able to offer such a winning combination of style and comfort as the convertible. However, there are a number of things that potential buyers, especially inexperienced or new drivers, need to keep in mind when they make a decision to buy a convertible, including the understanding that purchasing such a vehicle brings with it a certain number of disadvantages as well as advantages.
The Student Room – Learning to drive
