Understanding the Difference Between Majors and Minors in Driving Tests
When preparing for a practical driving test, one of the most common queries learner drivers have is the differences between major and minor driving faults, often referred to as ‘majors’ and ‘minors’. Understanding the difference between these is crucial for anyone wanting to pass their driving test the first time around. Below we will look […]
How To Bay Park In 5 Easy Steps
The UK driving test includes observing your ability to reverse safely. To test that skill, reverse parking into a bay is one of four different manoeuvres that the examiner can choose to give you. Being able to reverse park into a marked bay is a valuable driving skill anyway. It is one you may well […]
ADI Training: The First Steps To Take
There are countless benefits to pursuing a career as a driving instructor. You can be your own boss, with flexible working hours and, if you go independent, the chance to set your own rates. You can choose from a wide variety of companies to work for, with the ability to move anywhere in the country. […]
Taxi Drivers Becoming Driving Instructors
Why Becoming A Driving Instructor Has More Benefits Than Being A Taxi Driver For a long time, becoming a taxi driver seemed like the obvious choice of career for someone who was interested in being on the roads for a living, with the job offering flexible hours and the chance to meet people from all […]
3 Key Areas For Would-Be Approved Driving Instructors
At Wimbledon Driving School, would-be instructors are trained in how to identify potential problems, how to coach their learner drivers, how to go back steps in the teaching process to correct faults which have been picked up, and how to give their learners value for money while keeping other road users safe.
Intensive Driving Courses – Your Key To Driving Success?
More and more drivers are turning to intensive driving courses to get through their driving tests. So what are the advantages, and how can they help you?
Have You Lost Confidence Behind The Wheel
Even advanced learners, with plenty of driving lessons under their belt, who know the rules of the road and can pull off all the important actions, can find themselves being held back by a loss of nerve when out on a busy road.
Be More Confident At Roundabouts
One of the things learners find most difficult during driver training is roundabouts. To help learner drivers feel more confident at roundabouts, driving instructors need to ensure their learner drivers understand how roundabouts work. They can vary in size, from large and busy to very small, so a better understanding of them will definitely help learner drivers.
What is a Standards Check Test?
A Standards Check Test ensures Approved Driving Instructors (ADIs) are still on top form to do the job they’re trained for. It’s mandatory to take the test at least once every four years. You don’t need much to do the test. Just bring along your ADI certificate, a car that is fit for the purpose, and a willing pupil. […]
Driving Instructors – What Car Should You Consider Buying?
When you have qualified as a driving instructor, it is important to hire or buy a dual controlled car. If you are purchasing, you are probably going to want a manual car. You should also think about getting a car that can deal with a lot of use, has a good safety record and can also be used in your personal life.
