Free motoring advice leaflets

Breakdown and emergency guide

We all know that prevention is better than cure and this leaflet tells you how to keep your vehicle on the road in top condition. However, it may not always be possible to avoid a breakdown or collision on the road. Read on to find out what to do if you breakdown or find yourself in an emergency situation.

Medicine drugs and driving

Whether you are taking medicines prescribed by your doctor or using a remedy bought over the counter at a pharmacy you should check to make sure that they will not affect your ability to drive. This leaflet provides more information on this important issue.

Personal safety on the road

We want you to feel safe and secure on all the journeys you make. Taking a few moments to read and use the common sense advice in this leaflet will hopefully ensure you are never in a situation that is uncomfortable or dangerous.

Winter driving

Driving in winter weather conditions can be tricky. Our Winter Driving Tips and Advice leaflet gives you information about preparing for journeys in winter weather and tells you what to do if you find yourself in difficulty.

Horse rider safety

As a horse rider you form part of the complex traffic mix on our roads. You should do all you can to protect yourself and your horse from the dangers that can exist when riding out. Likewise drivers need to be aware of the difficulties faced by horse riders on the road and drive accordingly.

Reaction timer card

This card is a fun item which measures your reaction for a simple task, but of course driving on today's roads is a very complex procedure and requires skills of care, courtesy and concentration at all times. This simple test will give an indication of how fast your reaction is.

Road sign test sheets

How well do you know your road signs? These two simple quiz sheets will test your knowledge of 20 road signs. Answers are available in the footer of the GEM website.

View answers to Test sheet 1 and Test sheet 2