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Minor issue

I’ve noticed that when someone thanks my posts with the button it’s not counted / I don’t appear under the “top contributors” list Same is... see more

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Who is at fault, minor bump in the gym parking

I’m surprised by this I’d not go so far to call the collision your fault than that it was within your means to have avoided it, which is the case... see more

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Possible Car Repair needed for motability car....

Olduser - in the case of a Motability car, Motability (the organisation) pay for all repairs, so I think it’s up to them I may be wrong but my... see more

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The UK introduced the breathalyser 57 years ago!

Not sure if it’s just one of those sayings in the US, but along those lines, I remember an American lawyer boasting that he was able to put 2 kids... see more

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Being overtaken

Random question Is there a reason that a sizeable minority of people don’t seem to like being overtaken? I have zero issue with people driving... see more

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The UK introduced the breathalyser 57 years ago!

I’ve said before but I think an element of leeway would be beneficial when it comes to people who get help for alcoholism being allowed to carry on... see more

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Who is at fault, minor bump in the gym parking

The OP is grateful for your view will inform the insurance they are at fault. Cannot stress how little reaction time the other driver gave me by... see more

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Who is at fault, minor bump in the gym parking

Thank you. OK the consensus is I am at fault. Clearly I don't plan to make a claim. Therefore the right thing to do is inform my insurer of the... see more

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Petty complaints

That’s hilarious! It’s funny how little details can make a big difference. I once read a review where someone complained about the "lack of Wi-Fi" in... see more

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Who is at fault, minor bump in the gym parking

Exactly. The Highway Code is clear on this, and the OP was almost certainly taught to turn round and look, and he would had to do so to pass his... see more

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Who is at fault, minor bump in the gym parking

At a guess, the best you could hope for is 50/50. I think, you have to prove the other vehicle drove into you, rather than them having to prove... see more

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The UK introduced the breathalyser 57 years ago!

Years back I worked in Southern Ireland, one morning the engineer turned up looking well hungover. I gently I said, "morning, good night?" He... see more

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Is it worth buying a GPS Speedometer.

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Is it worth buying a GPS Speedometer.

Have a look at you satnav's settings, there may be an option to show your current speed, and if it's mapping info is up to date it will show the... see more

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How do you drive economically?

I had a Nisan Leaf a while ago, and you could arrange the heater (heat pump) to run while the car was charging, to de frost it. I'm not sure why... see more

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Speed of light

It must have been around 65yrs ago that I learnt that nobody, or anything, is here. We only used to be. As we only see reflected light, whatever... see more

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Speed of light

Yes, I looked at the extract, and found it frustrating but I think it is common with technical literature. It's written for those that know but if... see more

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Who is at fault, minor bump in the gym parking

Hello all, any help greatly appreciated. I was coming out of a parking bay at my gym when I bumped into a car that came into the parking way but... see more

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European Breakdown Nightmare

Hi CatherineSharpe, Welcome to the Community. I imagine that you're already aware, but just to be sure, let me share these contact options. As... see more

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Courtesy or no Courtesy

Hi Mazzad, Welcome to the Community. I'm glad to see that everything is resolved, though I'm sorry to hear that your overall experience wasn't... see more

by Mark07
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How do you drive economically?

That sounds like the New Mexican equivalent of when Brits leave cars running on a winter's morning to defrost them. see more

by Mark07
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The UK introduced the breathalyser 57 years ago!

DUI (Driving Under the Influence) is a real problem here, and some attorneys rely on it to make their living.... see more

by NMNeil
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How do you drive economically?

Although illegal you'd be amazed at the number of empty cars parked at the supermarket in the middle of summer that have the engine running to keep... see more

by NMNeil
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Speed of light

I'm the same. I've always had an interest in electronics, but when it comes to the maths part, I wished I'd paid more attention at school. A... see more

by NMNeil
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Courtesy or no Courtesy

My car less than a year old broke down and had to be towed to dealer. Despite being told European would contact me within 24hrs and deliver a... see more

by Mazzad
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Is it worth buying a GPS Speedometer.

Cheers Driving for fun, I’m waiting to hear if I’ve been ‘done’ as I’d just come off a dual carriageway onto a 20 and the police were hiding at... see more

by Noodles
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The UK introduced the breathalyser 57 years ago!

It used to be my most common arrest (My record was 8 drink drivers in one night), and once the road side intoxicator was introduced to replace the... see more

by TC1474
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Dremel advice

I have owned a few cordless ones, and although they have been good, I have been put off them because of batteries running out. The corded ones are... see more

by Rolebama
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