The British Empire surrenders to its rebellious colonies. October 19, 1781. America declared its independence in 1776, but it took another five years to win freedom from the British. That day came on October 19, 1781, when the British General Charles Cornwallis surrendered his troops in Yorktown, Virginia.
In fact, automatic car washes can be safer for your car's finish than washing your car yourself because do-it-yourselfers sometimes don't use enough water to safely remove dirt; or they wash the car in direct sunlight -- which can burn spots in the paint.
According to transport secretary Douglas Alexander it is 'impossible to do two things at once' and using a mobile while driving can prove to be very dangerous. 'That is why in December 2003 we introduced new laws preventing motorists from driving while using a hand-held mobile.'. Using a handsfree kit doesn't mean you'll be able to use the phone either. According to the law, drivers who aren't in proper control of their vehicle while using a hands-free kit will also be prosecuted.