Driver Knowledge Tests

What are higher mass limits (HML)?

To make road freight as efficient as possible, higher mass limit laws were created. These increase the maximum weight limits for trucks to allow more freight to be moved on one vehicle. However, more weight means potentially more damage to

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Types of tanker truck

There are four main types of tanker truck. Fuel tankers transport petrol and diesel. They often have different compartments within the tanks so that they can haul different octanes of petrol, plus diesel, in the same load. Within the tank,

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The most common Toyota warning lights

As any Toyota owner knows, the dashboard is full of different warning lights. While some of these are simply informative, like the fuel low light, others indicate a more serious problem that must be addressed. Toyota cars are equipped with

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How much weight can you carry over different types of axles on a truck or trailer?

To avoid excess wear on the road and to ensure that bridges and other road infrastructure can cope, there are limits to how much weight can be placed above different types of axle. The tyres on those axles transfer the

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8 driving mistakes teen drivers often make

Driving is fun until you get a speeding ticket or have a crash. Being new to the game is not bad, but driving without knowing the basics or common mistakes can be dangerous for you and others on the road.

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Tips to retain your car’s value

When you buy a car, you expect it to hold its value. But, over time, all vehicles depreciate. The average car loses between 10-30% of its value as soon as it drives off the car yard and continues to lose

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A simple guide – 6 things you should know before getting a car loan

Are you in the market for a new car? If so, you may be considering taking out a car loan to finance your purchase. While car loans can help get you behind the wheel of your dream car, it’s essential

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