What is ‘Superelevation’? Most roads are ‘Crown Cambered’ that is, they are higher in the centre than at the edges to allow water to drain towards the kerbs. However, Motorway bends are ‘Superelevated’, which means they slope gently from one side of the Motorway to the other across both carriageways. In a right bend, the […]
This video gives a surprising insight into speed and stopping distance!
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List of tips for driving on icy roads from George A Cairns, CWCAM Chief Observer Click for more
Centrifugal Force: fact or fiction? Why do Physicists refer to Centrifugal Force as a ‘Pseudo Force’ or a ‘Fake Force’? Afterall, if I’m sat on a moving train going through a bend, I can feel myself being pulled out away from the centre of the bend: is that not Centrifugal Force? Like most things to […]
Before driving off, the Advanced Driver carries out both External and Internal Pre-drive checks, to ensure the vehicle is ‘fit for purpose’ in accordance with Highway Code Rule 89. Click here for more