What Do I Need To Start Learning To Drive
It’s an exciting milestone in your life – beginning the process of taking driving lessons is the start of some real independence. It’s an event that you might have looked forward to for some time. Many of us see learning to drive as the key to other things, such as being able to get to the job we want more easily or visiting family and friends who don’t live close to us.
Information and tips for learner drivers in lockdown
Mark Barclay, automotive expert from GSF Car Parts, explains the lockdown rules affecting learner drivers and shares his tips for continuing to learn while restrictions are in place. For the latest coronavirus advice and guidelines, please see the Government website. The coronavirus crisis has affected our lives in many ways, and while cancelled driving lessons […]
10 Ways to Pass Your Driving Test 1st Time
Find the right instructor. Well before you start thinking about booking a test, you need to find a driving instructor who is compatible with you. You need to be able to trust and feel comfortable with your instructor. The right instructor should adapt to your learning style and will increase your chances of passing the […]
How To Get Started With Driving Lessons
Learning to drive can be a daunting prospect, but it’s a skill that will stay with you for life – so, provided you pass your test, it’s never going to be an investment you’ll regret. But where do you actually begin getting started with your driving lessons? Step 1 – Make it happen The first […]
14 Essential Tips for Learner Drivers
With confidence and competence behind the wheel comes incredible freedom and independence. For some, the road to attaining a driver’s licence is exciting and fairly straightforward; for others, it is nerve-wracking and more challenging. The following fourteen tips will help any learner, whether confident or nervous, to not only pass their test but to become […]
How To Change Gears Smoothly
Driving a vehicle with a manual transmission is a highly satisfying experience. It can be jarring, however, if you happen to get it wrong. All sorts of unfortunate noises can come from the car – screaming engine, grinding gears, and much more besides. Changing gear smoothly is also essential for the longevity of the vehicle. […]
Test pass rate success for drivers in South West London & Surrey
The lead up to your driving test can be a nerve-wracking time. You’re certainly not alone – drivers have needed to pass a test to prove their driving ability since 1934, meaning that everyone to get behind the wheel of a car in the past 85 years has been in exactly the position you are […]
What Are The Laws On Sharing The Road With Cyclists?
We are constantly reminded of the importance of staying fit and healthy, while also trying to care for the environment and reduce our carbon footprint. Many people are making small alternations to their lifestyles by changing how they get to and from work. As such, there has been a noticeable increase in the number of […]
What Do Driving Test Examiners Look For?
What do driving test examiners look for? Despite the rumour that examiners are humourless robots, in reality, they are just humans. However, they have expectations and standards. They have a checklist of criteria and a list of skills that the candidate needs to demonstrate. It is important to consider what the driving test examiner might […]
How To Choose A Good Driving School
Learning to drive is becoming increasingly important. Not only does it give you the freedom to go anywhere at any time without relying on public transport, but it is a skill that companies are increasingly looking for in the job market. Being able to drive and running your own car shows technical skills, the ability […]
