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Learning To Drive In An Automatic Car

Many people wonder whether learning to drive in an automatic car is easier than learning to drive in a car with a manual gearbox. The simple answer is yes - but only in so far as you don't have to worry about clutch control and changing gear - but you do still have to worry about everything else! Although it may seem far easier to not have to worry about gears and a clutch pedal, in reality, most people have few problems mastering them eventually, even if this aspect of driving doesn't seem to "come naturally" at first! An automatic car has an automatic gearbox that changes the gears for you and only two foot pedals which are operated with the right foot. If you pass your driving test in an automatic car your driving licence will ONLY allow you to drive automatic cars and will not cover you to drive a car with a manual gearbox. If you pass in a manual car you can drive both manual and automatic cars as your driving licence will cover you for both types. <div style="border-bottom: medium none; border-left: medium none; border-right: medium none; border-top: medium none;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgG0dIDr2QTwb0Et_A5sOPxr09oDSelM_Sr0VPDmvgcVvehGMmQ8a_nN_WIdvi1qS_SQxAQiQbckQ8CiAh0wOv-RffU4_QZdyOLhnCKYDEXhWqsrmkN56TkQwO0waSpDWU-YrFtpvpD3IL6/s1600-h/manual+auto+gears.gif" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; cssfloat: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgG0dIDr2QTwb0Et_A5sOPxr09oDSelM_Sr0VPDmvgcVvehGMmQ8a_nN_WIdvi1qS_SQxAQiQbckQ8CiAh0wOv-RffU4_QZdyOLhnCKYDEXhWqsrmkN56TkQwO0waSpDWU-YrFtpvpD3IL6/s320/manual+auto+gears.gif" vr="true" /></a>Here's a few more things to take into consideration if you're thinking about learning to drive in an automatic; </div><div style="border-bottom: medium none; border-left: medium none; border-right: medium none; border-top: medium none;"> </div><ol><li style="border-bottom: medium none; border-left: medium none; border-right: medium none; border-top: medium none;">There are far more driving instructors who teach in manual cars than teach in automatic cars, so it may be more difficult to find an instructor, </li><li style="border-bottom: medium none; border-left: medium none; border-right: medium none; border-top: medium none;">Lessons in an automatic car tend to be more expensive,</li><li>After you pass your driving test, there is a much narrower range of automatic cars available when compared to manual cars.</li></ol> <div> </div>

Learning To Drive In An Automatic Car

Many people wonder whether learning to drive in an automatic car is easier than learning to drive in a car with a manual gearbox. The simpl...

Government drops plans to make it compulsory for driving instructors to sit in on all driving tests

The Driving Standards Agency have done a U-turn on their plans to make it compulsory for learner drivers to have their driving instructor or accompanying driver present in the car when they take their driving test. The plans which were first proposed in the 2008 "Learning To Drive" Consultation Paper were intended to be introduced from October 2010. Transport Secretary, Lord Andrew Adonis said that the change of plan was "to avoid unnecessary regulation". Instead, test candidates will be "encouraged" to have their accompanying driver present throughout the test. Lord Adonis said; "We want all learner drivers, from the start of the process, to consider the benefits of having an observer with them on their test. 'Having someone sitting in will enhance their learning experience and, in turn, improve road safety. An observer who has witnessed the test can give far better advice to the learner on how they performed and what areas of their driving they need to work on - whether they pass or fail. 'But after reviewing plans we have decided that encouraging candidates to take an observer is much more appropriate than introducing regulations to make it compulsory." For more details please see; <a href="http://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-1219711/Government-drops-plans-force-driving-instructors-sit-pupils-L-tests.html">Daily Mail:  Government drops plans to force driving instructors to sit in on their pupils L-tests</a>

Government drops plans to make it compulsory for driving instructors to sit in on all driving tests

The Driving Standards Agency have done a U-turn on their plans to make it compulsory for learner drivers to have their driving instructor or...

Driving Test Tips - How To Do The Manoeuvres!

During your driving test, the examiner will ask you to perform two set manoeuvres in addition to general driving. There are four possible manoeuvres and the examiner will pick two of these for you to carry out. All of the manoeuvres involve you demonstrating that you can reverse your car accurately, safely, under control and with consideration for other road users. The four manoeuvres are; Turn In The Road Reverse Around A Corner Reverse Parking Into A Marked Bay Parallel Parking In addition, one in three test candidiates will also be asked to carry out an Emergency Stop which although it is not a reversing manoeuvre, requires you to stop your vehicle quickly, safely and under control. <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjetf2oTABg7q3M9490mHJN6NvIoJ3kYZW_ve_feQ8Yc5Y8TKHIHVK1bvkSzQGUclNaegPCmnU-dKjikiYURu-peIelYlJ3MwT78Z9KWSHscI1D0bLCoWjH8Gm8uY_iT-ccOZOsk7pvnuUK/s1600-h/learning+to+drive+L+plate.gif" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; cssfloat: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" iq="true" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjetf2oTABg7q3M9490mHJN6NvIoJ3kYZW_ve_feQ8Yc5Y8TKHIHVK1bvkSzQGUclNaegPCmnU-dKjikiYURu-peIelYlJ3MwT78Z9KWSHscI1D0bLCoWjH8Gm8uY_iT-ccOZOsk7pvnuUK/s320/learning+to+drive+L+plate.gif" /></a> </div>For detailed information about how to correctly carry out each of the manoeuvres and the Emergency Stop exercise, please see; <a href="http://www.squidoo.com/driving-test-manoeuvres">Driving Test Manoeuvres</a>

Driving Test Tips - How To Do The Manoeuvres!

During your driving test, the examiner will ask you to perform two set manoeuvres in addition to general driving. There are four possible ma...

How To Do An Emergency Stop On Your Driving Test

The <a href="http://www.squidoo.com/how-to-do-an-emergency-stop">emergency stop</a> (sometimes referred to as a "controlled stop") is an exercise that is carried out at random in around one in three UK driving tests. The aim of the emergency stop is for the learner driver to demonstrate to the examiner that they are able to stop the car quickly and under control in an emergency situation. <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjj4pV9SyU1DNsh5fARpo9cCR0I4JQt_rwFPx-fgnEnMAcRgRs_8HJJ2XMgi9XObQyP_kfx0zHuai_nUOZOE0wFlh0HX150Eo7jtQDiJ4Su4tOHZnJ8rwXe_iGJjUR8NoUFM9deNIx9LtSK/s1600-h/learning+to+drive+L+plate.gif" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; cssfloat: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" iq="true" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjj4pV9SyU1DNsh5fARpo9cCR0I4JQt_rwFPx-fgnEnMAcRgRs_8HJJ2XMgi9XObQyP_kfx0zHuai_nUOZOE0wFlh0HX150Eo7jtQDiJ4Su4tOHZnJ8rwXe_iGJjUR8NoUFM9deNIx9LtSK/s320/learning+to+drive+L+plate.gif" /></a> </div>I've written a guide on how to do an emergency stop correctly and under control complete with step-by-step instructions and a video tutorial. For more information please click the following link; <a href="http://www.squidoo.com/how-to-do-an-emergency-stop">How To Do An Emergency Stop</a>

How To Do An Emergency Stop On Your Driving Test

The emergency stop (sometimes referred to as a " controlled stop ") is an exercise that is carried out at random in around one in...

Reversing Around A Corner - Tips For Your Driving Test!

<a href="http://www.squidoo.com/how-to-reverse-around-a-corner">Reversing round a corner </a>is one of the manoeuvres the examiner may ask you to do on your driving test. <div></div> <div>This usually involves turning the car around by reversing into a side road on your left.</div> <div></div> <div>The reverse round a corner seems to be the manoeuvre that many learners find most daunting, but once mastered, it's pretty straightforward - the secret is knowing how to reverse around a corner properly followed by plenty of practice!</div><div> </div><div><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEioZwKTJzf80k4BircIhKCHeKlXaw7iLbUXV4eiIaL5JsS0zryBgMLZFGENpETIl_wz7x1pp9rizPGPvpqvNU6-DE3HNJiaFCCSJ5jPumffIyQoyIOBxObqHIlM86vQR2UMFGaomWIMmmc_/s1600-h/learning+to+drive+L+plate.gif"><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5384968592830692818" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEioZwKTJzf80k4BircIhKCHeKlXaw7iLbUXV4eiIaL5JsS0zryBgMLZFGENpETIl_wz7x1pp9rizPGPvpqvNU6-DE3HNJiaFCCSJ5jPumffIyQoyIOBxObqHIlM86vQR2UMFGaomWIMmmc_/s320/learning+to+drive+L+plate.gif" style="FLOAT: left; MARGIN: 0px 10px 10px 0px; WIDTH: 121px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 121px" /></a>I've written a guide on how to reverse around a corner complete with step-by-step instructions and video tutorials.</div> <div></div> <div>For more information, please see; <a href="http://www.squidoo.com/how-to-reverse-around-a-corner">How To Reverse Around A Corner</a></div>

Reversing Around A Corner - Tips For Your Driving Test!

Reversing round a corner is one of the manoeuvres the examiner may ask you to do on your driving test. This usually involves turning the car...

Example Case Study Questions For The Theory Test From 28 September 2009

From the 28th September 2009 you will need to answer a case study-style question as part of your Theory Test. You will be presented with one case study where you will be required to answer 5 questions that are related to the scenario displayed on screen. Each question will still be in the multiple choice format as with the other Theory Test questions. You will still need to answer 50 multiple choice questions that are broken down as follows: <blockquote>45 multiple choice questions 5 multiple choice questions that relate to the case study </blockquote> The pass mark for the multiple choice section of the Theory Test remains at 43/50. <a href="http://www.2pass.co.uk/casestudytheorytest.htm">Click this link to see some examples of Case Study questions</a> The case study questions will test the knowledge of road signs, proceedures, laws etc you will have already gained while studying for your Theory Test, so provided you have prepared thoroughly, the case study shouldn't prove any more of a problem that the "standard" multiple choice questions! For more information on what is involved in the Theory Test, how to prepare for it and suggested study materials, please see: <a href="http://www.squidoo.com/theory-and-hazard-perception-test">Theory & Hazard Perception Test</a> <iframe src="http://rcm-uk.amazon.co.uk/e/cm?t=cleadrivtrai-21&o=2&p=8&l=as1&asins=B001AI7DD8&fc1=000000&IS2=1<1=_blank&m=amazon&lc1=0000FF&bc1=000000&bg1=FFFFFF&f=ifr" style="width:120px;height:240px;" scrolling="no" marginwidth="0" marginheight="0" frameborder="0"></iframe><iframe src="http://rcm-uk.amazon.co.uk/e/cm?t=cleadrivtrai-21&o=2&p=8&l=as1&asins=B000UTSSE6&fc1=000000&IS2=1<1=_blank&m=amazon&lc1=0000FF&bc1=000000&bg1=FFFFFF&f=ifr" style="width:120px;height:240px;" scrolling="no" marginwidth="0" marginheight="0" frameborder="0"></iframe><iframe src="http://rcm-uk.amazon.co.uk/e/cm?t=cleadrivtrai-21&o=2&p=8&l=as1&asins=B001AI7DCY&fc1=000000&IS2=1<1=_blank&m=amazon&lc1=0000FF&bc1=000000&bg1=FFFFFF&f=ifr" style="width:120px;height:240px;" scrolling="no" marginwidth="0" marginheight="0" frameborder="0"></iframe>

Example Case Study Questions For The Theory Test From 28 September 2009

From the 28th September 2009 you will need to answer a case study-style question as part of your Theory Test. You will be presented with one...

Parallel Parking Tips

Parallel parking (sometimes referred to as "reverse parking") is one of the reversing manoeuvres you may be asked to carry out on your Practical Driving Test. It involves parking the car behind another car or between two vehicles, close to and parallel to the kerb. <div></div> <div>Knowing how to parallel park properly is a skill that will also come in very useful after you pass your test too as it will enable you to quickly and easily park outside shops and in tricky car park spaces! </div> <div></div> <div><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjK0EMV6grwDFg4ZcdQsBONxJFHQFjq6ivviEbDEDsUpbeGcK1XgNbT4j2Sz_l9JyZFzI33lLhYRbC2ACD-P0L8QkdE-vkGFtFSxphwKdCteK79v4R99bGsnB4eynK221fGWtr94518AS2Y/s1600-h/learning+to+drive+L+plate.gif"><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5383940298093524274" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjK0EMV6grwDFg4ZcdQsBONxJFHQFjq6ivviEbDEDsUpbeGcK1XgNbT4j2Sz_l9JyZFzI33lLhYRbC2ACD-P0L8QkdE-vkGFtFSxphwKdCteK79v4R99bGsnB4eynK221fGWtr94518AS2Y/s320/learning+to+drive+L+plate.gif" style="FLOAT: left; MARGIN: 0px 10px 10px 0px; WIDTH: 121px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 121px" /></a>I've written a guide on how to parallel park complete with step by step instructions and video tutorials.</div> <div></div> <div>For more details, please see: <a href="http://www.squidoo.com/how-to-parallel-park">How To Parallel Park</a></div>

Parallel Parking Tips

Parallel parking (sometimes referred to as "reverse parking") is one of the reversing manoeuvres you may be asked to carry out on ...

Bay Parking - How To Reverse Into A Parking Bay On Your Driving Test

Reversing into a marked parking bay (often referred to as "bay park" or "bay parking") is one of the manoeuvres you may be asked to do on your driving test. <div></div> <div>The aim of the bay park manoeuvre is for you to show the examiner that you can reverse the car smoothly and accurately into a restricted space - if you can get this right, this is not only useful in getting you through your driving test but will come in very handy after you pass your test! Lots of people struggle to reverse properly into parking spaces and you can feel very smug if you know how to do it right first time :)</div> <div></div> <div><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjlmUeiFRU0iJAM0h-7Nr8-RE1B3VcI471AdEzKhvjHeXQdfIDYzWtCbdCP1qLPFqP1eEihN1bPvbEN-m_wa3Xtmi5I52ojDE4UIdpoSOLd4bcEflkFiPMWQl65sxeorWT3ivEFsRQD14kG/s1600-h/learning+to+drive+L+plate.gif"><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5382481784323172562" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjlmUeiFRU0iJAM0h-7Nr8-RE1B3VcI471AdEzKhvjHeXQdfIDYzWtCbdCP1qLPFqP1eEihN1bPvbEN-m_wa3Xtmi5I52ojDE4UIdpoSOLd4bcEflkFiPMWQl65sxeorWT3ivEFsRQD14kG/s320/learning+to+drive+L+plate.gif" style="FLOAT: left; MARGIN: 0px 10px 10px 0px; WIDTH: 121px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 121px" /></a>I've written a guide on how to bay park properly, complete with step-by-step instructions and video tutorials - see <a href="http://www.squidoo.com/how-to-bay-park">How To Bay Park</a> for full details!</div>

Bay Parking - How To Reverse Into A Parking Bay On Your Driving Test

Reversing into a marked parking bay (often referred to as "bay park" or "bay parking") is one of the manoeuvres you may ...

Theory Test Case Studies From 28 September 2009

The DSA have elaborated on what will be involved in the new "case study" which is being introduced to the multiple choice section of the Theory Test from 28th September 2009. The DirectGov website describes the change as; <blockquote>The case study will show a scenario that five questions will be based on. The subject of the scenario focuses on real life examples and experiences that drivers could come across when driving.</blockquote> See the Direct Gov website at <a href="http://www.direct.gov.uk/en/Motoring/LearnerAndNewDrivers/TheoryTest/DG_4022534">http://www.direct.gov.uk/en/Motoring/LearnerAndNewDrivers/TheoryTest/DG_4022534</a>

Theory Test Case Studies From 28 September 2009

The DSA have elaborated on what will be involved in the new "case study" which is being introduced to the multiple choice section ...

Changes To The Theory Test From 28 September 2009

From 28 September 2009 a "case study" will be incorporated into the Theory Test. The DSA state that this change has been made in order for "candidates to be tested on understanding as well as knowledge" and to "put learning into context". The theory test case study will take the form of a scenario, or short story, on which five questions will be based. As part of the multiple choice section of the test, the case study will assess candidates� understanding of driving theory, whilst the multiple choice questions will continue to assess knowledge of the subject. Candidates will answer the questions in the same way as they do now, using either the touch screen or mouse. For more information please see; <a href="http://dsa.gov.uk/News.asp?id=SX12B7-A7832722">http://dsa.gov.uk/News.asp?id=SX12B7-A7832722</a>

Changes To The Theory Test From 28 September 2009

From 28 September 2009 a "case study" will be incorporated into the Theory Test. The DSA state that this change has been made in ...

Booking Your Theory Test Online - WARNING - Don't Pay More Than You Need To!

You can book your Theory Test online via the offical website for all government services - DirectGov. Booking your Theory Test is a very simple and straightforward proceedure which will only take a few minutes and you will pay ONLY for the test itself - there is no extra "booking fee" or "administration fee" added on. There are a worrying number of official looking "Theory Test booking services" springing up on the internet who will book a test on your behalf - BUT they will charge you a sizeable booking fee on top of the test fee. To book your Theory Test online via DirectGov you need; * your driver number (from your driving licence) * a credit or debit card with which to pay the �31.00 test fee You can choose the date and time to suit you and if you later find you need to change the date or cancel your Theory Test you do so via DirectGov - you have complete control over your booking. THERE'S NO NEED TO PAY EXTRA FOR YOUR THEORY TEST - book your test yourself directly with the DSA at the following link; <a href="http://www.direct.gov.uk/en/Motoring/Motoringtransactions/DG_066356" target="_blank">Online test booking service at the DirectGov website</a>.

Booking Your Theory Test Online - WARNING - Don't Pay More Than You Need To!

You can book your Theory Test online via the offical website for all government services - DirectGov. Booking your Theory Test is a very si...

How To Do A Turn In The Road - "3 Point Turn"

The <a href="http://www.squidoo.com/how-to-do-a-turn-in-the-road">turn in the road </a>is one of the manoeuvres that your driving examiner may ask you to demonstrate during your driving test. It's often referred to as a "three point" turn but this is misleading as you aren't restricted to doing this maneouvre in only 3 turns! The aim of the turn in the road is to turn the car round to face the other way using forward and reverse gears in a limited space (i.e. the width of the road). You need to show that not only can you do this, but that you are also in full and safe control of the vehicle throughout the manoeuvre and that you show awareness and consideration for other road users. <a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjLMTfYg2IM3qHrcQPTEygmr6Q0Gg3M6Py9kUargec65U3hGafUW-HTZqsMNwoo0AuUfjaEcER41pvhDb22ivxxFUFgyECkEWWHDxPMJ67GkuRRsqAyQyOz1Nh46uJq62JrQfRWlT-vJMKi/s1600-h/learning+to+drive+L+plate.gif"><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5369772602358118034" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjLMTfYg2IM3qHrcQPTEygmr6Q0Gg3M6Py9kUargec65U3hGafUW-HTZqsMNwoo0AuUfjaEcER41pvhDb22ivxxFUFgyECkEWWHDxPMJ67GkuRRsqAyQyOz1Nh46uJq62JrQfRWlT-vJMKi/s320/learning+to+drive+L+plate.gif" style="FLOAT: left; MARGIN: 0px 10px 10px 0px; WIDTH: 121px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 121px" /></a> I have written a detailed guide to how to do a perfect turn in the road, complete with step-by-step instructions and video tutorials. Please see <a href="http://www.squidoo.com/how-to-do-a-turn-in-the-road">How To Do A Turn In The Road </a>for more information!

How To Do A Turn In The Road - "3 Point Turn"

The turn in the road is one of the manoeuvres that your driving examiner may ask you to demonstrate during your driving test. It's often...

Online Driving Test Booking System Not Available 30 July to 4 August

From the Driving Standards Agency website; 30 July to 4 August For essential IT maintenance work to take place we need to close down DSA'...

Should You Go Through A Red Light To Get Out Of The Way Of An Emergency Vehicle?

<blockquote>"Should you go through a red light to get out of the way of a police car, ambulance or fire engine with blues and twos (siren/blue flashing lights) on?</blockquote>The simple answer is "No". The Highway Code isn't a lot of help as it's advice is somewhat generalised on this point and it doesn't spell out what drivers should and shouldn't do in simple terms. The Met Police on the other hand are rather more specific. Here's their advice; <blockquote>We do NOT expect you to risk damage to your tyres, wheels or steering by bumping up kerbs to make way for us. We do NOT expect you to put yourself in danger by crossing red traffic lights to make way for us. We do NOT expect you to risk road camera fines by, for example, moving in to bus lanes during hours of operation to make way for us. We would however, appreciate your co-operation by looking well ahead and choosing sensible places to pull over. If possible avoid stopping before bends, brows of hills or narrow sections of roads where we may have difficulty passing. Source: <a href="http://www.met.police.uk/mpds/advice.htm">Metropolitan Police Service</a> Get out of the way if you can, but be sensible - don't put anyone in danger (including yourself) and don't break the law. </blockquote>

Should You Go Through A Red Light To Get Out Of The Way Of An Emergency Vehicle?

"Should you go through a red light to get out of the way of a police car, ambulance or fire engine with blues and twos (siren/blue flas...

Lost Or Stolen Provisional Driving Licence

<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">We received a panic ridden text message from one of our students on Sunday afternoon. She'd been out to a club with her mates the night before and had only just realised that her purse containing her photocard driving licence was missing. She had her driving test booked in for Tuesday morning and wanted to know whether she'd still be able to take her test without the photocard part of her licence. The simple answer to her question was unfortunately "No"... If you aren't able to show BOTH parts of your provisional driving licence (the photocard AND the paper counterpart) at either your Theory or Practical Test appointment, you won't be allowed to take the test - and you won't be able to claim a refund of your test fee either. Lots of photocard licences "go missing" while people are in pubs or clubs. Thieves know that young people use their driving licence photocards as I.D and target such places for easy pickings while people are distracted or drunk. Not only is this annoying, but can lead to even bigger problems in terms of "identity theft", so if you think your licence has been stolen rather than simply lost, you MUST report it to the police. It's not just the photocards that get mislaid. Many people seem to ignore the paper bit of the provisional driving licence and think it's not important. WRONG...it's VERY important. Lots of people may ask to see the paper bit - your driving instructor needs to see both parts, the police may need to see both parts and if you ever commit a motoring offence, a court will want sight of it too. The paper part of the driving licence is where any endorsements are shown and that's why "official people" will want to see it. So PLEASE don't fall into the trap of keeping your photocard safe to use as I.D, but losing track of the paper bit. If you do lose either part of your licence, not only is it inconvenient if someone needs to see it and you can't produce it, but it WILL COST YOU MONEY and time to get a replacement licence. The fee for a replacement driving licence is �20.00 and it takes up to 15 days to arrive. ...and if can't find your licence and it's too late to cancel or move your test booking or if you turn up for a Theory or Practical test without both parts of your licence, on top of the cost of a replacement licence it'll be �31 (for a Theory Test) or at least �62 (for a Practical Test) gone in lost test fees, plus the same amount again to book another test...plus having to wait for another test appointment. LOOK AFTER YOUR LICENCE For more info about how to replace a lost or stolen driving licence, please see <a href="https://www.gov.uk/apply-online-to-replace-a-driving-licence">GOV.UK - Replacing your driving licence</a></div>

Lost Or Stolen Provisional Driving Licence

We received a panic ridden text message from one of our students on Sunday afternoon. She'd been out to a club with her mates the night ...

Driving Test Nerves - Tips For Keeping Calm During Your Driving Test

Staying calm during your driving test isn't easy! Even the most confident driver can get nervous during a driving test and stress and anxiety can easily have an adverse effect on the result. So how can you keep calm during your driving test? Here are some tips for reducing driving test nerves; 1) Try and work out EXACTLY what you're worrying about. Are you worried about what others might say if you fail? Do you lack confidence in your driving ability? Do you simply not like to fail at anything? Once you know why you're worrying, anxiety is easier to deal with. 2) If you're worrying about what other people might say or think, then don't tell them when your test is! That way, if you pass you've got a nice surprise for them and if you fail, they need never know... 3) If you've been taught to drive by a professional driving instructor and they have told you that you are ready to take your driving test, then you have no need to doubt your own driving ability. Driving instructors know the standard required to pass the practical test and if your instructor thinks you can drive to that standard you can trust their judgement! If you have doubts, talk things through with your instructor. 4) Take your driving test when there's no additional stress in your life. Exams, coursework deadlines, problems at work, relationship difficulties etc are stressful enough by themselves. A driving test looming on the horizon will just make things worse. 5) It sounds obvious, but before you go to your test appointment, make sure you have all the documents the examiner will need to see and you've had something to eat, you've been to the toilet and that you're wearing comfortable clothes and sensible shoes! 6) Don't underestimate the power of positive thinking. If you go into your test in a negative frame of mind, it's likely to be a self-fulfilling prophecy. 7) During the test itself, try and keep focused only on what the examiner is asking you to do. Forget everything else, just concentrate. 8) If you think you've made a mistake, don't dwell on it - it may not be as serious as you think, so put it behind you and focus only on what else you're asked to do! 9) If you fail your driving test it's certainly disappointing, but it's not the end of the world! Try again, believe in yourself and you'll achieve your goal! 10) For in depth help and advice on how to cope with driving test nerves including self-help, drugs and medication, hypnosis, relaxation and other techniques and ways to deal with driving test nerves, see <a href="http://www.squidoo.com/driving_test_nerves">How To Overcome Driving Test Nerves</a>

Driving Test Nerves - Tips For Keeping Calm During Your Driving Test

Staying calm during your driving test isn't easy! Even the most confident driver can get nervous during a driving test and stress and an...

Driving Test Fees Increase From 30th March 2009

The Driving Standards Agency (DSA) have announced an increase in driving test fees from 30th March 2009 as follows; Theory Test; �31.00 Practical test; �62.00 (daytime Monday to Friday) �75.00 (weekday evenings and weekends) Extended driving test (following disqualification); �124.00 (daytime Monday to Friday) �150.00 (weekday evenings and weekends) The fee increases will apply to theory and practical driving tests booked on or after 30 March 2009.DETAILS OF ALL TEST FEE INCREASES CAN BE SEEN AT <a href="http://www.dsa.gov.uk/News.asp?id=SX1218-A7831327">DSA - Driving Standards Agency announces changes to test fees</a> The fee for the tests are currently; Theory test �30.00 Practical test �56.50 (daytime Monday to Friday) �67.00 (weekday evenings and weekends) Extended driving tests �113.00 (daytime Monday to Friday) �134.00 (weekday evenings and weekends)

Driving Test Fees Increase From 30th March 2009

The Driving Standards Agency (DSA) have announced an increase in driving test fees from 30th March 2009 as follows; Theory Test; �31.00 Prac...

How To Find A Good Driving Instructor - Questions To Ask

What questions should you ask to help you choose a driving instructor? Don't be afraid to ask relevant questions...but you need to know what you're asking and more importantly what the answers you get actually mean.... You may have seen long lists of suggested "things to ask about", including, <blockquote>"What are your pass rates?" and, "What grade will my instructor be?"</blockquote> A word of advice about those particular two questions though! The "driving instructor pass rates" question is meaningless for all practical purposes, as statistics can mean anything you want them to mean! I've heard driving instructors quote a "100% Pass Rate", justified on the basis that "everyone passes eventually". Is it true? Of course not...some people give up learning and never pass...some people pass first time and some pass after several attempts, so how do you measure a "pass rate"?????? A "pass rate" is only relevant if everyone is interpreting statistics in the same way...but they don't, so using a test pass rate as a basis for choosing an instructor is pretty pointless! Much the same can be said of the "driving instructor grade" question. You wouldn't ask a doctor or a solicitor or a plumber or any other qualified professional person what their "grade" is would you?... so why ask a qualified driving instructor that question? The qualification process to become a driving instructor is VERY challenging and involves not only the ability to drive to a very high standard, but also to teach to a very high standard. Approved Driving Instructors (ADI's) have passed all three of the qualification exams required and they are also regularly re-assessed by the Driving Standards Agency to ensure that the standards of their instruction remain consistently high. Newly qualified instructors aren't even graded at all... Examples of better "relevant questions" to help you choose a driving instructor include; <blockquote>* do tuition vehicles have dual controls (and if you'll be learning to drive in the summer, air conditioning :) )? * if you have any specific needs such as wanting a female instructor or an automatic vehicle etc, ask whether the driving school or instructor can supply your needs * can you be picked up from one place and dropped off somewhere different (e.g picked up from work/college and dropped off at home etc)? * are there any discounts available? * can you have a reduced price introductory lesson to see how you get on with the instructor? * how long are lessons? * what is the lesson cancellation policy? (you may well be charged if you do not give adequate notice if you need to cancel a driving lesson, so this question is well worth asking) * will you be the only pupil in the car? (some instructors still "piggy-back" i.e pick up or drop off their next pupil during your lesson time...this is rare now thankfully but there are still some driving instructors out there who continue the practice...see <a href="http://www.squidoo.com/how-to-choose-a-driving-instructor#module10248834">"Piggybacking?"</a> for more details) * (this isn't a question as such, but having spoken to the instructor, you'll be in a position to know the answer) - can you understand what the instructor is saying? It's vital that you can understand what you're being asked to do and be understood in return... </blockquote> Further guidance on "relevant" questions you might like to ask can be found at - <a href="http://www.squidoo.com/how-to-choose-a-driving-instructor#module9632843">A Few More Things To Think About When Choosing A Driving Instructor!</a>.

How To Find A Good Driving Instructor - Questions To Ask

What questions should you ask to help you choose a driving instructor? Don't be afraid to ask relevant questions...but you need to know ...

Driving Test Fees Rising From 30th March 2009

The Driving Standards Agency propose to introduce new fees for theory and practical tests booked on or after 30 March 2009. Theory tests for learner car drivers and motorcycle riders; �31.00 (currently �30.00 - an increase of �1.00) Practical tests for learner car drivers; �63.50 - daytime Monday to Friday (currently �56.50 - an increase of �7.00) �75.00 - weekday evenings and weekends (currently �67.00 - an increase of �8.00) Extended practical tests for learner car drivers (following disqualification); �127.00 - daytime Monday to Friday (currently �113.00 - an increase of �14.00) �150.00 - weekday evenings and weekends (currently �134.00 - an increase of �16.00) Please see <a href="http://www.dsa.gov.uk/Documents/Consultation/fees%202009/CONSULTATION%20PAPER%2027%20OCT.pdf">A CONSULTATION PAPER - DRIVING STANDARDS AGENCY FEES 2009</a> for more details.

Driving Test Fees Rising From 30th March 2009

The Driving Standards Agency propose to introduce new fees for theory and practical tests booked on or after 30 March 2009. Theory tests for...

Driving Test Nerves!

<a href="http://www.squidoo.com/driving_test_nerves">Driving test nerves</a>...getting nervous and stressed out is the reason that many learner drivers fail their driving tests! <a href="http://www.squidoo.com/driving_test_nerves"><img alt="how to overcome driving test nerves" src="http://i5.photobucket.com/albums/y153/Teleute666/Squidoo/drivingtestnerves2small.gif" /></a>"How can I overcome driving test nerves?" As someone who works in the UK driver training industry, I come across this question on a regular basis! No matter how well prepared they are, nearly everyone gets nervous about taking their driving test! Even people who are normally "cool as a cucumber" no matter what life throws at them, can find themselves reduced to a nerve-wracked, quivering, nail biting, stressed-out jelly as the day of their driving test gets closer and closer... Why do people get so nervous about taking a driving test and what can be done to help those who suffer from nerves as the day of their driving test approaches? I've written a webpage that looks at the subject of how to cope with driving test nerves. It examines the reasons why people get so nervous about taking their driving test and outlines ways to reduce and maybe even eliminate driving test nerves, anxiety and stress. You'll find lots of hints and tips, self-help, videos and a selection of commercially available products designed to help you try to cope with driving test nerves! So if you're suffering from nerves, stress or anxiety in the run-up to your driving test and want to know how to deal with how you feel and try to find effective ways to stop your nerves adversely affecting the way you drive on the day of your test, please have a look at <a href="http://www.squidoo.com/driving_test_nerves">How To Overcome Driving Test Nerves</a>

Driving Test Nerves!

Driving test nerves ...getting nervous and stressed out is the reason that many learner drivers fail their driving tests! "How can I ov...