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Not so Welcome at Ronald McDonald's

Going to Gatwick Airport? If you use McDonald's be careful; they really do serve fast food. If you stay too long in their car park you could end up with a hefty fine. A friend of mine dropped in for something to eat at McDonald's; he didn't notice the signs stating the car park was for customers using the restaurant and a maximum stay of 40 minutes was allowed. He lost track of time and stayed nearly an hour; two weeks later he got a 'Parking Contravention' Enforcement Notice. The fine due was £125.00 which would be reduced to £75.00 if paid within 14 days of the issue date. So be careful if you use their facilities it could be a very expensive meal.

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Trucks only Motorway

The M25 and most motorways suffer from accidents and major delays nearly everyday. It might be a better option in future to build  separate lorries only motorways instead of just widening existing roads. By separating cars from trucks and commercial vehicles we may well improve the record on accidents and delays on existing motorways. If we couple this with equipment in place to deal with incidents we can speed up the whole recovery process. We need to be more prepared on all motorways; the cost to the economy in lost income is increasing daily, by motorway delays and closures.

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What Happens if an Electric Mobility Vehicle Hits You?

With the increasing number of older people living in the UK comes the problem of electric mobility vehicles and scooters. Local Councils spent millions lowering pavements; so that people in wheelchairs or on electric mobility vehicles could get up and down the pavements to cross the road. Unfortunately the use of this facility is limited as most of the electric mobility vehicles are on the road. The problem gets worse; as the majority do not have lights; and one wonders if they have insurance of any kind. There is no licence required and you can go where you like. If these vehicles are going to be used on the roads, which I am strongly opposed to, then they should be licensed and insured. Imagine the scenario of an out of control buggy crashing into a £50,000 motor vehicle; causing extensive damage. Who gets to pick up the repair bill? The Law needs clarifying and it needs clarifying quickly.

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Get the Flies off your Windscreen

Motorway driving is good for getting about and speeds up travel times between major cities. However drive at 70 mph for an hour or two and you soon have a collection of dead bugs and insects splattered across your windscreen. I don't know what it is but there is something in their body composition that doesn't wash off very easily with windscreen washers and wipers. Rather than carry another spray dispenser of bug remover; try using wet wipes. I always have wet wipes in the car; they are good for wiping sticky hands, cleaning the internal trim and getting bugs off the windscreen. Get a fresh wet wipe and rub the screen until you see the bugs coming off; then a quick squirt with the washers and the wipers on fast and hey presto the windscreen is clear.

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Check your Tyres Regularly

Check your tyres regularly; this means the tread depth, the outside tyre wall and the inside tyre wall. It is important to check the inside of the tyres as they are not readily visible. A friend of mine was checking the treads and the outside walls of his tyres regularly; travelling up the motorway he had a puncture, on removing the tyre he found the inside edge was down to the steel re-enforcing. The other thing to check is tyre pressures; this can prolong the life of the tyres and improve fuel economy. They should be inflated according to the manufacturers recommendation. Be safe check your tyres frequently.

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Pedestrian Crossings

Whilst driving locally recently; I have noticed a number of drivers do not seem to be aware that once a pedestrian puts a foot on a zebra or pedestrian crossing; that they have right of way. I have seen a number of near misses which could have had serious consequences for the pedestrians involved. There seems to be an element of the driving community that speed up when approaching pedestrian crossings; even passing people already on the crossing at incredible speeds. It would be welcome to see common sense prevail; all road users to be aware of each other and to comply with the law; otherwise there will be more fatalities on zebra crossings.

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What About a Cross London Route

Why doesn't Ken Livingstone do something different; a cross London Route going from the West of London near Paddington to the East End near Poplar. Vehicles would only be able to join the route at the beginning or at the interim joining points; there would be no exits until Poplar. This would allow vehicles trying to get across London to move more freely and get them out of the capital more quickly. By only having 'on roads' it wouldn't be used as a rat run by drivers looking to save time in town. Anything that helps ease congestion in London and keep the traffic flowing is worth considering; especially with the Olympics in 2012 on the horizon.

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It's all right for Mr Blair

Think yourself lucky you don't live next door to an ex Prime Minister. Mr Blair's new neighbours in Connaught Square have received a letter from Westminster Council asking for their views on a proposed 9 metre ban on resident's parking; for everyone except Mr Blair. It means 2 residents parking bays outside Mr Blair's house would be for his exclusive use 24 hours per day; parking bays on the opposite side of the road will also be allocated to Mr Blair. Many residents are disgruntled at being squeezed out by Mr Blair and his bodyguards. The proposals would mean the loss of 6 'shared use' or 'pay and display' spaces and a gain of 3 residents only spaces. The scheme is to be paid for by the Home Office, who are responsible for Mr Blair's security. Residents have until the end of October to object; we wish them luck.

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Do you Drink Enough when your Driving?

No I'm not being stupid; one of the major causes of lack of concentration and drowsiness is poor hydration. We humans need to maintain our bodies to be able to work or operate effectively. Drinking fluids is vital, preferably water but any fluid will do; except alcohol. By maintaining our hydration levels we are able to work and concentrate longer; it makes sense when travelling any distance to plan for refreshment breaks. Stopping for 10 - 15 minutes every 90 minutes or so will help keep us fresh mentally, physically and lower stress levels. Allowing extra time for any journey will help make the trip more relaxed and enjoyable. It is important to remember that drinking water and soft drinks while driving is not considered good practise; many drivers have found to their cost having been prosecuted for not being in control of their vehicle. Find somewhere safe to stop, either a service area or a lay by, this way you can refresh your body in a secure environment.

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Headlight Bulbs

Driving at night requires more concentration than driving in day light as by it's very nature the darkness makes it harder to see where you are going. It doesn't help when on-coming vehicles have headlight bulbs that are either out of alignment or blown. For the cost of approximately £10 most vehicle manufacturers will sell you a complete set of replacement bulbs for your car or truck. It is quite easy to see if you have a bulb out; when approaching a junction with shop windows in front of you, you can immediately see if there is a bulb out by checking the reflection. The benefits of well adjusted headlights are numerous; a) you can see where you are going, b) you do not dazzle on-coming drivers c) it helps reduce 'road rage'. Be safe at night check your bulbs and carry spares.

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