Category Archives: Blog
My blog about motoring in general
Show & Tell Questions
‘Tell me’ questions QuestionTell me how you’d check that the brakes are working before starting a journey.AnswerBrakes should not feel spongy or slack. Brakes should be tested as you set off. Vehicle should not pull to one side. QuestionTell me where you’d find the information for the recommended tyre pressures for this car and how […]
Covid-19 Safety During Training
I’ll doing my best to keep you and myself safe when I start back driver training. Until the reduction of Covid-19 infections are down significantly or a vaccine is ready and social distancing rules are over, it’s best for now, stay home & stay safe.
Coronavirus (COVID-19): conducting driving tests for key workers
Dealing with key workers requests for a driving testYou can view the new service on GOV.UK using the below links: • Apply for an emergency theory test if you’re a key worker• Apply for an emergency driving test if you’re a key worker At the start of the application, they’ll be asked a series of […]
New Practical Test Is “Dangerous” Claim Driving Instructors
Both instructors and drivers believe the new driving test could be dangerous – but why? Source: New Practical Test Is “Dangerous” Claim Driving Instructors – Theory Test Pro
Six driving habits you have that you didn’t know will get you penalty points
Source: Six driving habits you have that you didn’t know will get you penalty points.
Are men or women better learner drivers?
Does gender affect how quickly you learn to drive? Admiral insurance reveals the winner in the battle of the sexes Source: Are men or women better learner drivers?
Intensive Courses are they Good or Bad?
I have always said that intensive driving courses are not the best way to learn to drive for anybody. Even The Association of British Insurers have looked at their accident statistics and have called for a ban on intensive driving courses. Within the proposal to introduce a 12 month learning period is a ban on […]
Texting drivers: Penalty points and fines to double – BBC News
People caught using handheld mobile phones while driving in Britain are to face “much tougher penalties”, with fines and points doubling, ministers say. Source: Texting drivers: Penalty points and fines to double – BBC News
Driving test consultation: the proposed changes explained | Despatch for driver and rider trainers
Today we’ve launched a consultation on changes to the driving test. I thought it would be helpful if I explained the proposals and gave you information on why these changes will better prepare n Source: Driving test consultation: the proposed changes explained | Despatch for driver and rider trainers