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Safe driving, weather and emergencies

Defensive driving, weather, night driving, skids, breakdowns, crashes, phones and towing.

Topic 1

Defensive driving

Space, speed, patience and planning an escape route.

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Topic 2

Rain, fog, ice and wind

Adjusting speed, distance and lights in bad weather.

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Topic 3

Driving at night

Headlights, dazzle, tiredness and wildlife.

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Topic 4

Skids and aquaplaning

Causes, correction and what to do on standing water.

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Topic 5

Eco-safe driving

Smooth driving and saving fuel.

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Topic 6

Breakdowns

Getting off the road, hazards and warning triangles.

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Topic 7

Accidents and incidents

Legal duties, first aid priorities and calling 112 or 999.

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Topic 8

Mobile phones and distractions

The law on phones and in-car screens.

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Topic 9

Towing

Licence rules, weights and basic safe towing.

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Quiz: Safe driving, weather and emergencies

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