06/04/2026
On Thursday my pupil and I were involved in a rear shunt which pushed us onto a very busy roundabout. To be honest the damage doesn’t look half as bad as the impact felt (which was at approx 20MPH) good job I have a solid car! Shame the driver that caused this damage had the cheek to drive off, thankfully their details have been handed over to the police. However what it has highlighted is this is a very high risk job, especially with the drivers on the road today.
No serious injuries thankfully, however whiplash and anxiety is up there, and it makes me question why we try our best to have safe roads when the people around us are just idiotic and quite frankly dangerous. Just please stop tailgating drivers and particularly learners. There are rules for a reason. Safety.
In the UK, the main guideline for keeping a safe distance while driving is called the two-second rule. Here’s how it works and why it matters:
🚗 The Two-Second Rule (on a dry day!)
You should stay at least two seconds behind the vehicle in front of you in normal driving conditions.
How to check it:
Pick a fixed point ahead (like a sign, tree, or bridge).
When the car in front passes it, start counting: “Only a fool breaks the two-second rule.” (this phrase takes about 2 seconds).
If you reach the point before you finish the phrase, you’re too close—slow down slightly.
Remember this applies to a dry day only, make sure you know the rules for rain and ice! The theory you pass would have taught you this.
Be safe 🚘
