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Five Essential Checks before Driving a Minibus
If after an accident a minibus is found to be unroadworthy the driver will be held responsible and it is unlikely that any minibus insurance claim will be approved.
For this reason and because it is now a legal requirement, a minibus driver must check the vehicle is safe to drive, even if the minibus has […]
Three Reasons Why You Should Change To Cold Weather Tyres This Winter
Winter brings icy and wet roads. Why not consider changing your tyres to cold weather car tyres? This article gives three reasons why this is a good decision:
1) Safety
Probably the best reason for changing your car tyres. Did you know that the number of accidents caused by wet road conditions increases in winter by 267%.
The […]
Choosing the Right Minibus Insurance Policy
Not every person or organisation owns a minibus for the same purpose. This is why there are many different types of minibus insurance available. This article highlights five of them:
1) MPV Insurance
More commercial operators are now using MPV’s for carrying passengers because of their versatility, comfort and the ease that the vehicle can be adapted […]
Using a Minibus as a Family Car- 5 Things You Need To Know
If you have a large family and are considering purchasing a minibus to use a family car, there are certain things you should know. In this article we have identified five. They are:
1) Definition of a Minibus
MPV’s and People Carriers can have 7 or 8 seats but this does not class them as a minibus. […]
Choosing the Right Car Tyres for Your Vehicle
You may need to replace or change your car tyres because of their age, deterioration or to improve the vehicle’s performance. This article outlines some of the key factors that need to be considered before choosing the right car tyres for your vehicle.
1) Car Tyre Size
A good policy is to choose the same size car […]
Ten Ways to Reduce Your Motoring Costs
As the credit crunch takes hold and we are all finding less money in our pockets it’s a good time to look for ways to save money. From checking your car tyres to finding the cheapest parking spots, motoring costs can be reduced in numerous ways. Here are ten suggestions to follow:
1. Don’t use your […]
A Guide to Minibus Passenger Care
As a minibus driver the care and safety of your passengers is very important.
To fulfil this duty and avoid having to make any unnecessary claims on your minibus insurance, consider the points outlined below:
1. Ensure the minibus is roadworthy. As the driver of a minibus you are responsible for its condition when it’s on the […]
How to Change a Car Tyre
There is a good chance everyone will experience a puncture at sometime in their driving lives. But it’s amazing how many people still don’t know how to change a car tyre and rely on the help of a passer-by.
There is one place you should not attempt to change a tyre yourself- on the hard shoulder […]
Minibus Insurance Advice- Information to Collect After an Accident
Nobody wants to be in accident but sometimes it is unavoidable. When driving a minibus the first concern should be for your passengers’ safety.
Assess your passengers. If any are injured do not move them unless there is an immediate risk from other vehicles or fire. If the minibus must be vacated move the passengers […]
Taxi Minibus Insurance Advice
Many taxi operators use a minibus or MPV as a taxi because of the adaptability of the vehicle to carry more passengers and extra luggage.
There are two types of taxi use: public or private hire. Public hire allows the taxi to be hailed by customers, who can then be picked up on the roadside. […]
