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  • Rear ended a car
    I was going to ask the same as NMNeil The only scenario I can think of that fits the story, is the driver in front was driving a Lotus and the OP... see more
    by Drivingforfun
    • Yesterday 22:02
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  • Rear ended a car
    Because he clearly wasn't following at a safe distance or at a distance that he could stop within the distance he could see to be clear! see more
    by TC1474
    • Yesterday 20:00
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  • Accident
    The third party was at fault but these days the CPS like to take the easy option thereby avoiding the need to go to court and do their job properly.... see more
    by TC1474
    • Yesterday 19:58
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  • Distractions
    I have a friend who 'never' indicates to change lanes. He bought a new car a few months back, and I saw him driving on the A40 a couple of cars ahead... see more
    by Rolebama
    • Yesterday 19:11
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  • Accident
    Your posting makes little sense. A no fault head on collision, where the other driver got sent to a speed awareness course and you nearly died. You... see more
    by NMNeil
    • Yesterday 19:08
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  • Rear ended a car
    If you were at a safe distance why did you still rear end the car in front of you? see more
    by NMNeil
    • Yesterday 18:58
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  • Blown Turbo by RAC
    First advice would be find a solicitor because as far as I know there are none on this forum. TC1474 is a police office, so would have a fair... see more
    by NMNeil
    • Yesterday 18:55
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  • Crash on the roundabout
    You will be held liable I am afraid, it is called strict liability unless you can prove that you were brake tested or that the third party did... see more
    by TC1474
    • Yesterday 17:28
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  • Crash on the roundabout
    It is an offence to stop on a roundabout without good reason, exit blocked is a very good reason. Your description suggests you were not paying... see more
    by olduser
    • Yesterday 16:10
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  • Thought I Was Just Parking... Ended Up in a Full Panic
    With hind sight, I say I was lucky to be driving tractors, off road, from about 10 -11 yrs old, lessons were learned often the hard way. The... see more
    by olduser
    • Yesterday 14:44
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  • Not sure if bus ran a red light
    OP The offence is committed if any part of the vehicle crosses the line. Forget the wheels, the bus probably has a 5-6 foot front overhang. Also,... see more
    by Beelzebub
    • Yesterday 13:59
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  • Not sure if bus ran a red light
    Sneezing, I have similar lifetime problem but control it with medication, best action if caught with a sneezing fit is to pullover until it is back... see more
    by olduser
    • Yesterday 13:42
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  • Distractions
    No he isn't, you are right, but he is not the only AD I know and many have told me the same thing. see more
    by TC1474
    • Yesterday 13:29
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  • Looking for Recommendations for ADR Driver Training Institutes
    I would have thought, a good book on the subject and a bit of discipline in working your way through it, would cost much less and do the job just as... see more
    by olduser
    • Yesterday 13:09
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  • Distractions
    But you've told us before that he's not a very good ADI! see more
    by Beelzebub
    • Yesterday 13:03
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  • Distractions
    I have argued but just as a layperson, in my years of driving, I have never seen an accident, all could be accounted for but it does depend on the... see more
    by olduser
    • Yesterday 13:01
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  • Distractions
    It must vary from area to area then as my Brother in Law is an ADI and I have picked him up on this and their instruction is to signal for everything... see more
    by TC1474
    • Yesterday 12:59
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  • Accident
    I have been involved in many cases such as yours so you are not alone and your solicitors (providing you have a half decent firm representing you)... see more
    by TC1474
    • Yesterday 12:56
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  • Distractions
    Things may have changed in the decade since I retired, though I doubt it. It certainly was not the case when I was instructing. It was probably as... see more
    by Beelzebub
    • Yesterday 12:50
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  • Rear ended a car
    Running into the rear of another vehicle is called Strict Liability and in 99% of cases you will be held liable as it will be deemed that you were... see more
    by TC1474
    • Yesterday 12:33
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  • New to the Rac community, Need help getting started
    Welcome to the Community! 😊 It’s great to have you here. If you're looking for motoring advice, breakdown cover info or general vehicle tips, a... see more
    by Lily
    • Yesterday 12:17
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  • UK Summer Car Travel with Children: Snacks, Stops & Sanity Savers
    @Drivingforfun and @Beelzebub I was having a dreadful Monday morning and the two of you made me laugh out loud with your comments. Thank you!! see more
    by Lily
    • Yesterday 11:58
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  • Distractions
    I wholeheartedly agree TC1474 but this assumes the driver is thinking, and planning ahead. Yet the laws, rules, signs, modern cars with driver aids,... see more
    by olduser
    • Yesterday 11:53
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  • Turbo damaged by RAC
    Need some legal advice. Car went into limp mode and RAC called. Mechanic hooked the car up and DTC gave Turbo under boost. He cleared the codes... see more
    by Bolkowbob
    • Yesterday 09:59
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  • Blown Turbo by RAC
    Hi to all of you, need some legal help so a quick sequence of events. ​​​​​​​ RAC mechanic identified Turbo under boost. Car was in limp mode and... see more
    by Bolkowbob
    • Yesterday 08:10
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  • Distractions
    @olduser Do not get me started on the use of indicators, it is one of my pet hates and as a crash investigator people are surprised when I tell... see more
    by TC1474
    • 06-07-25 21:10
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  • Rear ended a car
    Hi, need advice, I was coming out of roundabout and car in front of me has a sudden break. I was at a safe distance with 3 seconds gap , slammed... see more
    by Unfortuantedriver
    • 06-07-25 20:28
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  • Your views on the Sentencing for Motoring Offences in England & Wales
    Admins - I hope its okay to post this request* 🚗⚖️ Have Your Say on Motoring Offence Sentencing! Hi, I'm conducting research on public views... see more
    by UnhappyExplanation65
    • 06-07-25 20:26
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