Think you know how to drive? This week we’re diving into the world of defensive driving — breaking down the key terminology and exploring how these skills translate into real-world situations behind the wheel.

Whether you’re a seasoned driver or just starting out, understanding the principles of defensive driving could be the difference between a close call and a catastrophe. We cut through the jargon, make sense of the techniques, and show you how to start applying them every time you get in the car.

Because great driving isn’t just about speed and control — it’s about anticipation, awareness, and always being one step ahead

Welcome to Behind the Wheel. This week, we sit down with a former police driver trainer to go behind the scenes of one of the most demanding driving disciplines. From the adrenaline of high-speed pursuits to the rigorous mental training required to stay sharp when everything is on the line, our guest pulls back the curtain on what it really takes to train officers to drive at the limit — and beyond. If you’ve ever wondered what separates a great driver from a truly elite one, this conversation will change the way you think about what happens behind the wheel.

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Road rage can escalate quickly, turning a simple commute into a dangerous confrontation. In this episode, we explore both sides of the road rage equation: how to recognize and safely exit situations where another driver is losing control, and how to manage your own frustration when other drivers test your patience.

Learn practical strategies to stay calm behind the wheel, avoid becoming a target, and prevent the "red mist" from taking over when you're tempted to react. Whether you're dealing with aggressive drivers or fighting your own urge to honk and gesture, these tips will help you arrive safely and stress-free.

Ever told yourself you're "fine to drive" after a drink or two? In this episode, we unpack the reality of how alcohol affects your driving - from impaired decision-making to the psychology of risk-taking. We explore why people drive after drinking, the role of peer pressure, and what the legal limits really mean. Understanding these effects could save lives - yours and others.

In this episode Vicky & Mark discuss the issue of tailgating and how we can deal with the frustration of being tailgated and calm and controlled actions we can take if we find ourselves being tailgated.

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In this episode we talk about lane hogging, why drivers hog lanes (usually the middle lane on a motorway) and what we can do to avoid getting frustrated, angry and annoyed if we find ourselves behind a 'lane hogger'

In this episode Mark & Vicky explore how our minds process and recall information when we're driving.

We talk about how our conscious mind are constantly absorbing information as we drive and how our unconscious mind is using this information, and past experiences, to make decisions about how we react to the situations we encounter on the road.

In this podcast Vicky & Mark discuss how Carma Drivers came about, why we saw a need to provide health & wellbeing for drivers, and tips and techniques to stay safe and make driving the good part of your day.