Mark Farnworth

Applying the ‘System’ to Roundabouts  Let us suppose that you are on a dual carriageway approaching a roundabout (400m away). You are currently in the left lane and you intend to turn right at the roundabout. Information: – Take – You see the roundabout and its triangular warning signs in the distance. There are no vehicles between … Read more

It is not unusual on Sunday mornings to come across horses so let us look at what we should expect and what we should do.  First, we should realise that although horses are powerful animals they are vulnerable, easily frightened and can panic around fast moving cars. When you see horses on the road, slow … Read more

Driving in country areas is perhaps the most demanding of all driving since speeds are generally high and there can be a hazard around almost every bend. Observation needs to be particularly good and is the key element in the gathering of INFORMATION You need to repeatedly look as far ahead as you can – to … Read more

Corners and bends are hazards that are encountered on most journeys and must be negotiated safely. The System of Car Control is applied to these road features, but the way it is applied depends to some extent on road speed. Bends – National Speed Limit Zones The approach speed is generally high and consequently good … Read more

Have you ever thought what ABS means and what it does? Hopefully the next few lines will shed a little light on the subject and dispel some of the myths. Stopping is one of the more important functions you carry out as a car driver, more importantly is being able to stop in a controlled … Read more

Terminology is used in all specialised activities, advanced driving being no exception. Within our Group we try to keep terminology to a minimum and when used, the ‘giver’ should be certain that the ‘receiver’ understands. Described below are the meanings of a few of the more technical words and phrases we use within the St … Read more

Two books are recommended as background reading for advanced driving: IAM RoadSmart Advanced Driver Course Logbook. The definitive guide to passing the IAM RoadSmart Advanced Driver Test. The book is an overview of safe driving technique incorporating how the System of Car Control can be used in the negotiation of hazards. IAM RoadSmart provides all new … Read more