Let's be real: you're probably not doing 100mph in a work van. But you want to be smarter than Guy Martin. Here's how to keep your license pristine:
Inside Guy Martin's life including marriage U-turn and six-month
1. Know Your Zones. That 70mph dual carriageway can drop to 50mph faster than you can say "fixed penalty." Slow down when you see signs, not just when you spot a camera. Your smartphone's map app with speed warnings is basically a guardian angel with a digital voice.
2. Use Cruise Control. It's balmy, it's boring, and it keeps you perfectly under the limit. Even Guy Martin uses cruise control on his boat, apparently. For the rest of us, it's the difference between a clean license and a public transportation nightmare.
3. Watch for "Unmarked" Cars. They're not all white vans with giant numbers. Modern unmarked police cars include ordinary-looking hatchbacks, BMWs, and even the occasional Volvo estate. If a silver Focus is pacing you, slow down.
4. Consider a Dash Cam with Speed Alert. Some modern dash cams bleep at you when you hit a preset limit. It's like having a very annoying but effective back-seat driver—without the drama.
5. Respect the Roads, Even When Empty. Martin was caught on a largely empty road. Empty does not mean legal. The camera doesn't care if you're the only person in a 10-mile radius.
Guy Martin hit with six-month driving ban
