Why The DSA Have Taken Out Reversing Around A Corner With Bay Parking?
It’s been the biggest shakeup in the national driving test since 1996 when the written theory exam first arrived. As of the 4th of December this year, new drivers are facing significant changes to the practical driving test. The good news is that it isn’t going to be any longer. The test will still be […]
The New Driving Test: What You Need To Know
If you’re taking your driving test after Monday 4th December 2017, you’ll need to know about several important changes being implemented by the government. These changes, outlined below, have been included so as to better represent what modern driving requires of road-users. More independent driving The independent driving element of the test will now last […]
How Should You Negotiate A Traffic Light Controlled Junction
How Should You Negotiate A Traffic Light Controlled Junction That Has An Advanced Stop Zones For Cyclists? Cyclists can be a confusing hazard on the road, especially so for new drivers. There are many myths about the rights of cyclists and the rules they must follow, so we aim to lay out the facts so […]
How To Remember The Stopping And Breaking Distance Of A Car
When learning to drive, one of the biggest things to remember is the stopping and the breaking distances of the car you are driving. To be behind the wheel without knowing or being able to remember the distances can be extremely dangerous, not just to yourself and your passengers, but to others on the road […]
Which Lane Should You Normally Drive In When Travelling On A Dual Carriageway?
Did you know a dual carriageway simply means a road with two single and completely separated lanes in either direction? That means there are some dual carriageways in the UK that only have one lane. For these, it is obvious which lane you should drive in, but what about dual carriageways with two or more […]
Dangers Of Sleeping Whilst Sleep Deprived
When learner drivers are asked what the biggest causes are of road fatalities, they will most likely answer with the best-known issues – distractions from mobile phones, drinking, speeding etc. One thing they almost certainly won’t come back with is sleep deprivation, and yet it is one of the biggest killers out there. What are […]
Why Automatic Driving Lessons Help You Pass Faster
For many around the world, it remains a mystery why the British car market is dominated by cars with manual gearboxes. The majority of drivers in America, across Asia and Australia now drive an automatic. Their approach removes some of the complexity from driving with three pedals and a complicated shifting mechanism, the stress of […]
Why Do I Need To Do A Hazard Perception Test?
At Wimbledon Driving School, we’ve been around the block a few times – and we mean literally. In our cars. We know all there is to know about what people need to do to qualify to drive, and get that coveted pink licence in their wallets. The theory test is something that people – almost […]
How Much Is Your Driving Licence Worth?
Learning to drive is top of the agenda for millions of non-drivers across the country. Whether you’re 17 or 70, acquiring that licence signals a huge event in your life, and can open doors to a whole world of adventure. However, the sense of accomplishment isn’t the only reward worth considering. Quite frankly, that document […]
Why Are Local Driving Instructors Best?
When you’re learning to drive you need to find a good instructor, preferably one who knows your area. This might sound obvious – surely all driving instructors are ‘local’? You might be surprised to find that isn’t necessarily true. Of course, driving instructors aren’t going to be from that far away – it wouldn’t really […]
