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Improve Your Driving: Top Dos And Don’ts For New And Learner Drivers

Improve Your Driving

When you are learning to drive, it can seem like there is a lot of information to take in. Even when you pass your test, it’s easy to get confused at times. The most experienced of drivers make mistakes from time to time, so you are not alone! However, it is always best to stick […]

Passed Your Driving Test? Here’s What You Need To Remember

Passed Your Driving Test

If you’ve recently passed your test, first of all, a big congratulations – you’re well on your way to driving independence, and there’s no better feeling than getting that ‘pass’ at the end of a nerve-wracking test. So, now you’ve celebrated your achievement, and you’ve got the sign-off from your driving instructor, what’s next? Here […]

How To Pass Your Driving Test

How To Pass Your Driving Test

Your driving test is a watershed moment in your life when you finally become mobile and are able to get around on your own. Getting it right first time is the ultimate goal, so what can you do to increase your chances? here at Wimbledon Driving School, we’ve come up with some top tips. Don’t […]

Driving Test 2018 – What’s Changed

Driving Test 2018 Whats Changed

The UK has one of the most rigorous driving tests in the world, which helps to keep its accident record one of the lowest in the world, but it got even more strict on 4 December 2017 when the DVSA introduced even more requirements to the test. Here’s a quick update on what’s new to […]

How Many Minors Can You Get On Your Driving Test?

How Many Minors Can You Get On Your Driving Test

The practical driving test is the final hoop that learners have to jump through before being granted their licence. While the examination can be daunting, it’s much easier to pass for those people who fully understand how it’s graded. You may have heard that an examiner will be looking out for how many minors you […]

Why People Fail Their Driving Test

WHY PEOPLE FAIL THEIR DRIVING TEST2

Only 21% of drivers pass the UK practical driving test on the first go, which is an incredibly low pass rate. So what’s tripping up the nation’s learner drivers? These are five of the most common driving faults in the UK: Inappropriate speed Not just speeding, which is something most drivers are aware of, but […]

Why Has The Driving Test Increased To 20 Minutes?

There’s been a huge change to one of the exams that people have to pass if they want to earn their driving licence. While the multiple choice theory section will remain the same, alterations have been made to the practical test. These changes were first announced in April before the new rules officially came into […]

How To Parallel Park At The Side Of The Road

How To Parallel Park At The Side Of The Road

Parallel parking is often seen as one of the more difficult manoeuvres you can do in a car, but there is nothing to fear. When you know how to do it, parallel parking will allow you to get into those spaces that can only be found when in reverse gear. In busy cities, towns or […]

Which questions do drivers fail on the most during their Theory Test?

The Theory Test is the first gateway learner drivers have to pass through before booking their practical test. It puts your knowledge of The Highway Code to the test, to ensure you know the rules of the road and what to do in any given situation. Currently just under half (49%) of learner drivers do […]

The Importance Of Checking The Oil In Your Car

When learning to drive, it is just as important to know about car maintenance as well as the physical act of being behind the wheel. By doing this, you will not only be taking huge steps towards passing your driving test first time, but will also be ensuring you can look after any future vehicle […]