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Why Yellow Lenses are Dangerous for Night Driving

Why Yellow Lenses are Dangerous for Night Driving

Nighttime driving is becoming more dangerous due to two main factors: ageing eyes and the evolution of car headlights. Many drivers turn to “night driving glasses”, yellow-tinted lenses, thinking they’ll improve safety. However, yellow lenses can actually be dangerous at night and do not address the real causes of nighttime glare and vision difficulty. At […]

The Importance of a Sight Test For Safe Driving During Winter

The Importance of a Sight Test For Safe Driving During Winter

It’s official, you’re driving home for Christmas, Chris Rea has declared it. However, driving at this time of year can be quite tricky due to a mix of icy conditions, glare from the low-lying sun, and dark winter nights. Whilst many drivers will take precautions by equipping their cars with de-icer and an ice scraper, […]

Mandatory Eye Tests For Drivers Over 70 – What Does This Mean?

  The UK is set to introduce a new law where motorists over the age of 70 could be banned from driving if they fail to attend for a compulsory eye test carried out when renewing their driving license every three years. Currently, the UK relies on a self-reporting model for visual conditions that affect […]