subject: Refreshing Your Memory Of The Highway Code. [print this page] The Highway Code is fairly extensive so this article provides just a few of the rules and laws, focusing mainly on general rules, techniques and other advice, you can use this as a tool to refresh your memory. I am concentrating on the Highway Code regarding the rules for motorist, however the full Highway Code provide details regarding pedestrians, animals, motorcyclist etc.
Signals are very important when driving for you as a road user, follow motorists and pedestrians; you must give clear signaling well in advance, signals should be used to indicate any change in direction or course to pre-warn vehicles. Once you have completed your change in direction then stop indicating straight away. Always watch other motorist signals whilst driving, only proceed with a change in direction as soon as you think it is safe to do so and the other road users have been given enough notice.
The Highway Code states clearly that adhering to traffic lights is very important, remember that you can go when it is green or if you have crossed the stop line before the orange light appeared. You must follow all traffic light signals, as well as all other warning signs, directional signs and temporary road signs. As a driver, it is your responsibility to be aware of traffic signals and other signs meanings, which is part of the theory test, it is best to refresh your memory if you see a sign that you are not sure about.
At night and when visibility is poor you should always use your headlights between sunset and sunrise, also between these times your side lights and the license plate light must be switched on. Do not use the lights to frighten or dazzle other drivers and only use fog lights when visibility is poor.
As for braking, always try to stop earlier and gradually adding more pressure on the brakes as you start to stop to avoid a sudden stop. In an emergency break straight away ,try not to break too hard as you can lock the wheels, which could result in loss of control of your vehicle.
One of the most important laws and regulated rules is to observe and respect the speed limits. Usually when you see the street lighting is a good indication that you are in an area of 30 mph unless signs say otherwise. You must also reduce your speed in situations such as road curves, adverse weather conditions and night driving for your own safety.
