Whether you're planning a road trip across Europe, driving back from work at night or even popping to the shops for a few essentials, it's guaranteed that you'll be driving at night at least some point during your week. Due to reduced visibility and potential fatigue, driving at night requires extra care and attention at all times. [More]

Thinking of driving around Europe this spring? Maybe you’re planning a summer holiday towards the middle of the year instead? Venturing through unfamiliar locations and taking to roads you aren’t accustomed can be a daunting experience, especi... [More]

Even though it can seem like a bit of a hassle, regular car maintenance is crucial. Problems are likely to arise or worsen if you neglect your vehicle completely. It's also worth reading through your vehicle's handbook and take note of what you should check and when. Besides, you're bound to avoid breaking down if your car has been well looked after. So, what should you be checking and maintaining? [More]

Many of us may have experienced some kind of negative emotion while behind the wheel. Whether it's stress, anger, tiredness or maybe even when we've got too many other things on our mind, we're sure to have possessed a negative mentality while driving in some way or another. However, it's important not to let our emotions get the better of us as this can seriously affect our concentration levels, making us less alert, less aware and of course, less safe. So, how can we deal with negative emotions and prevent them from affecting our driving? [More]

Distracted driving isn't just unsafe, it's also life threatening. There are many ways in which a driver can become distracted; whether it's by your kiddiewinks calling your name repeatedly and kicking up a fuss or even your friends in the back who are completely inebriated from their wild night out. Whatever your in-car surroundings, it's crucial to keep alert and stay safe on those busy roads, which can only get busier on the run-up to Christmas. So, how can we prevent such distractions? [More]

Just like snow, ice and various other winter weather conditions, rain can be extremely hazardous to drive in and accounts for a hefty amount of accidents on the road. Heavy rain reduces visibility and also causes the tires to lose traction, increasing the risk of aquaplaning. With a little preparation and little know-how, driving in heavy rain this winter can be made a significantly safer. [More]

If you're a van driver or part of a fleet and spend most of your working life on the road, it's always good to keep up to date on ways of staying safe behind the wheel. We all know that the further you drive, the sleepier you get and this is where problems begin to arise. So, before you buckle up for the night, check out Rescuemycar.com's top tips on staying safe when behind the wheel. [More]

Ice. It's something we all dread waking up to, especially when we're faced with actually driving through it on the way to work. It's like another obstacle we're expected to overcome on the way to work - as if waking up so earlier to scrape the frost off the car wasn't enough? It's no surprise then when many feel tempted to increase their speed just a little to get to work quicker on a morning. This winter, don't even think about it! Help to cut down on the amount of accidents caused by ice this winter and take note of Rescuemycar.com's simple driving on ice safety tips. [More]

Government figures have shown that the number of motorists killed on the roads in Britain has increased. Experts believe that the rise in deaths could be down to the road maintenance budget cuts. [More]

When you're taking to the foreign roads and venturing through unfamiliar locations, it's always good to be prepared for the worst. Besides, if you breakdown abroad without any breakdown cover or simply forget to bring your driving documents along with you, you could be out of pocket before your holiday has even started. In order to make sure you're not faced with either of these situations, Rescuemycar.com has put together a few basics for driving around in Europe. [More]