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parking

@TC1474 I thought no wheel contact does come into it? I often hear about how you can't tow an unroadworthy car if the wheels are touching the... see more

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parking

@JeffVW Short answer is NO. Any vehicle on a road (and being on a trailer is classed as being on a road) must be insured, taxed and have a... see more

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What are your pet peeves on the road?

Here's my latest and it's 1 I have seen quite a lot lately. Drivers at traffic lights in a lane specifically for right turns only, the lights... see more

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parking

AFAIK you can't park a trailer on the road legally, no matter what it's carrying. Very difficult to find relevant legislation but I imagine it's... see more

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Worst experience of driving you've seen?

My mum always drove like this, she was not a good driver. see more

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parking

is it legal to put a untaxed uninsured car on a trailer and park the trailer on the road? see more

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Worst experience of driving you've seen?

Hey all, just joined, hope everyone is well. Not long back from America where basically there appears to be no rules. We had someone drive down... see more

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What are your pet peeves on the road?

Obviously the 40 mph drivers who go through 30s at 40 and 60s at 40. To make matters worse is when I'm towing the van, it's nigh impossible to... see more

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What are your pet peeves on the road?

Drivers who don't even attempt to dip their full beams. Apart from being dazzled, my biggest issue is the general lack of consideration of others. see more

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Consumer Rights: Rejecting car on PCP after just under 12 months

It may not have helped in this instance, but I'd also recommend taking a look at this article which offers tips for buyers when viewing a used car. see more

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Collision with Lorry on motorway who is at fault.

@User123, I hope your brother finds the right outcome based on your description. @TC1474 raises some really good points, I'm sure he'll find them... see more

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free mot

Hi chappers36, Welcome to the Community! Check out this community discussion from another member asking about their Free MOT voucher. see more

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Medical issues / self-incrimination

I would get your eyes checked asap. Very few problems with eyes are self-healing, and it could be a symptom of something treatable now. see more

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free mot

I recently joined the RAC and my membership included a free MOT voucher. Can anyone advise when I should receive the voucher & how it is delivered.. see more

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Medical issues / self-incrimination

There are a number of issues you need to consider. Firstly, does your double vision come on suddenly or do you get something like an advanced... see more

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RAC Rewards

@XamSquishy Hello, It’s awesome that you’re diving into RAC Rewards! Many members really like the discounts on cinema tickets and dining... see more

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Medical issues / self-incrimination

Not really sure what advice I’m looking for but just wondering what people have to say and thought it might make an interesting discussion! I seem... see more

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Unhappy with how RAC engineer treated.

I had a puncture and they helped me no problem, no mention of it being an RTC I've heard about people who puncture 2+ tyres at once being treated... see more

by Drivingforfun
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cam service for tpms

Still waiting for a refund. It’s been since the 8 th September and they have not even bothered to reply to my request just someone saying they are... see more

by Mikkyg44
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Unhappy with how RAC engineer treated.

As far as I am aware sidewall damage is irreparable, and the only suggestion I can put forward is to remove the wheel and have a friend or relative... see more

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Unhappy with how RAC engineer treated.

So if they cannot do anything due to damaged sidewalls, surely there would have been option to tow the car to the nearest garage? As I have paid for... see more

by MrGg
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Suzuki Swift 2011 rear windscreen wiper driving me nuts

Just eliminating a possibility but do you happen to park the car in gear, in reverse?? see more

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Help needed. Got stopped by police driving someones car that had no insurance on it

As others have said, tell the judge "She was too drunk to drive, I wanted to help, she assured me she had insurance, she lied, so I'm guilty of... see more

by NMNeil
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cam service for tpms

I'm with the others. There's nothing to service, it either works or it doesn't. The only reference I can find for servicing is that the garage will... see more

by NMNeil
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cam service for tpms

Some do, but others (maybe most?) have sensors built into the tyre valves. see more

by Beelzebub
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Help needed. Got stopped by police driving someones car that had no insurance on it

As others have stated, driving with no insurance is an absolute - either you were insured or you weren't. Explain your mitigating circumstance and... see more

by Rolebama
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