Nigel Mansell driving tips: we take a lesson from F1 ace - pictures

He's known for his speed, but F1 legend Nigel Mansell's focus is on safety as he takes the passenger seat to give our man some advanced driving tips.

"It's about enjoying the simple task of an average everyday drive. It's about turning the mundane into a pleasure - not a burden or a cause of stress" - Nigel Mansell, F1 legend and IAA RoadSmart president.

With a former world champion in the passenger seat, our man Ingram feels the heat on his driving skills.

Mansell explains the theory behind advanced driving, then feeds back his thougts on our basic three-point turn; it's a rather humbling experience!

<span>“It’s about looking after the safety of yourself, your passengers and everyone around you to create a feeling&nbsp;of wellbeing for all drivers on the road,” Mansell told our man Rich.</span>

F1 legend explains how progressive, smooth braking from speed is safest, especially in an emergency.

Mansell and Richard Gladman from IAM RoadSmart show our man how cheks before setting off can highlight tyre wear and loose trim.

Simple things like tucking a car in as cloase as possible to the pavement when parking ensure it's protected from passic traffic.

Checking each corner can also prevent unnecessary dings.