St. Helens Group of Advanced Motorists. Affilliated to the Institute of Advanced Motorists - Registered Charity No: 1058971
St. Helens & Districts
Joined March 2014
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📵Using your phone while driving is never worth the risk. Even a momentary glance away from the road can have life-changing consequences.
It's illegal in the UK to hold or use your phone while driving or riding. This includes texting, scrolling, or even checking notifications.
Whether you're driving across town or just down the road, always wear your seatbelt! It’s not only the law but one of the easiest ways to stay safe on the road.
✅ Seatbelts save lives – they reduce the risk of serious injury by 50%.
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It’s the law to keep to the left lane on motorways unless you’re overtaking. It’s not just about courtesy—it's about safety and keeping traffic flowing smoothly!
🚔 Did you know? Hogging the middle or right lane could land you a fine and points on your license.
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Did you know? Driving with under-inflated tyres can result in a fine of up to £2,500 per illegal tyre and 3 penalty points on your driving license.
Under-inflated tyres can also cause faster wear and increase your vehicle's fuel consumption by 5%.
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With wet weather settling in, driving conditions are about to change dramatically due to the arrival of unstable and potentially torrential weather, here are our top tips for navigating the roads safely in heavy rain.
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Spring Advanced Driver Course
ALT 8pm to 9.30pm Thu 4th May, Mercure Hotel, Linkway West, St. Helens Town Centre. Introduction to the St. Helens Group @IAMRoadSmart Advanced Driver Course. Usual cost £175. 100% cashback to any driver. See www.shgam.org.uk for more information and Terms and Conditions.
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At this sad time, we join the nation in remembering Her Majesty, Queen Elizabeth II, and would like to express our appreciation for her lifetime of dedicated service. We send our sincerest condolences to the royal family, and all who were touched by her throughout her reign.
Our next #iamroadsmart Advanced Driver Course starts on the 1st September. Due to generous donations to the Group we are able to offer 100% cashback. Sign-up now. Places are limited.
Further discounts available from the St. Helens Group. See our website for more details.
Do you know an anxious driver or rider? Help them build their confidence with an Advanced Driver/Rider Course. Download a voucher from iamroadsmart.com/mgm, enter your membership number and give them the voucher. They'll receive £20 off when they book.
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Open morning, Sunday 28th April, 11am to 1pm, ibis hotel, Haydock, St. Helens. Find out about the @IAMRoadSmart Advanced Driver Course.
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Interested in becoming an Advanced Driver then why not come along to the IBIS Hotel Haydock WA11 0GR on Sunday 13 Jan '19 for a free taster session. We will be there from 10:00 until 13:00 hours.
Find out about @IAMRoadSmart Advanced Driver Course @StHelensIAM (shgam.org.uk ) 'open morning' on Sun 13th Jan. There is a fantastic £89 discount for those aged 17 to 35 (tinyurl.com/yaw46ve2 ). Normal cost £149. @winstanleycoll @StHelensCollege @CarmelCollege
… Happy New Year to the members and friends of the St. Helens Group of Advanced Motorists.
Happy New Year from all of us here at IAM RoadSmart. We'd like to thank our members, volunteers and supporters for all their hard work which is greatly appreciated.
Let's make this year another success by helping make better drivers and riders on our roads.
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Thank you for following us on Twitter. You can now get up to date information on our events, offers and courses and receive driving related posts by following us on Facebook.
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Best wishes for Christmas and the New Year.
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