tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-20294834632361628602024-02-07T09:37:57.278-08:00Drive 2 Pass School of MotoringDrive2Pass School of Motoring is London’s ‘premier’ Driving School covering; Ruislip, Hillingdon, Harrow, Eastcote, Northolt, Kingsbury, Kenton, Northwood Wembley Uxbridge and more.
We have friendly, patient, experienced and fully qualified female and male driving instructors. We offer Automatic and Manual lessons, specialising in teaching nervous learners. We also offer intensive or semi-intensive courses. All learners receive our exclusive driving handouts for each lesson.Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03478488365885951853noreply@blogger.comBlogger17125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2029483463236162860.post-25884109604885409042016-04-29T04:26:00.000-07:002016-04-29T04:26:00.228-07:00
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<b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span style="font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">4 Mistakes Not to Make during Your
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<span style="font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">Driving
tests are often more about avoiding mistakes than showing off your driving
skills. Just focus on avoiding driving errors and you should be fine. To help
you through this process, here is a list of mistakes not to make during your
driving test. Keep them in mind, and they will help you to get your license.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;"><b>Failure to
Observe Junctions</b></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">This is a
common mistake new drivers often make, and it usually results from feelings of
uncertainty whilst in the middle of a junction. Some drivers just feel that
they might make a mistake while they're at a junction, so they try to move on
as quickly as possible. Unfortunately, this can be a mistake. When you're at a
junction, you should always check both direction and take the time to plan your
next move. This way, you will be able to avoid unnecessary mistakes.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;"><b>Incorrect
Use of Signals</b></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">Forgetting
the correct signals, providing misleading signals as well as forgetting to
cancel signals can cause you to fail your driving test. Signals are one of most
basic aspects of driving, which means that the sooner you master them, the
sooner you'll become a licensed motorist.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;"><b>Inappropriate
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<span style="font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">Most people
who take driving exams drive too slowly because they fear that too much
acceleration will cause them to fail. This is a mistake. When driving a car,
it's important to drive at just the right speed. Remember, driving requires a
certain amount of speed, and you should maintain that speed if you intend to
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<span style="font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">When taking
a driving test, it's important to pay attention to your location. More
importantly, try to maintain good discipline at roundabouts otherwise you'll
end up too far into the road when going around a bend. Some people often lose
their focus during these critical periods, and they end up making mistakes.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">It’s that
awful moment, your driving test officer tells you that you have failed your
test. Disappointment runs through your body. After you get out of the car you
start you wonder, what are my options? Here’s a rundown of what to do next. </span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">Firstly,
don’t panic and don’t worry too much about it. Lots of people fail their
driving test and the worst thing that can happen is that the disappointment
leads to further failures. You now have an advantage, you’ve experienced it,
you know exactly what it’s like to take your driving test and whether you
realise it or not, next time you will be more prepared, mentally. You know what
you did wrong and you know what you have to do right. So relax. </span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;"><b>Book your
next driving lesson</b> </span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">It’s not
advisable to take another test straight away, book another driving lesson with
your instructor and work through the things that caused you to fail. Your
instructor will be more than happy to help and won’t be overly disappointed,
they may however feel slightly responsible and will want to help you pass more
than ever before. Talk to your instructor and take some more lessons before
re-taking your test. </span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;"><b>Pick a date
for your driving test</b></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">Finally,
pick a date for your next driving test, a workable, easy to work towards date
that gives you some extra lessons. Sometimes driving tests need to be booked
weeks in advance so its best to book it as soon as possible. </span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">It’s not the
end of the world when you fail your driving test, you may need to discuss
anxiety if this was one of the reasons though, it’s best to keep calm and talk
about your nerves if you or your driving instructor think this was one of the
issues. Anxiety affects a lot of people and it’s much better to talk about it
and deal with it head on. Good luck! </span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">Driving at
night can be peaceful and relaxing while you stare into the darkness and at the
bright lights of the towns and cities around you as well as the bright lights
of the road ahead. Driving at night however can also be very dangerous, there
may be fewer drivers on the road but there are some really dangerous drivers
around on a night, in addition to all of the usual hazards that come with doing
anything in the dark. Here are our top 5 tips on driving at night. </span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">This is an
especially relevant tip if you are driving along small, quiet or country roads.
Animals tend to be on roads more at night, mainly because some animals come out
at night or it’s simply quieter. But a great tip is to look for animals eyes,
your headlights will shine in their eyes. Hitting an animal can be a disaster
for your car, but remember not to break too heavily if you think you’re going
to hit an animal just in case there is a car behind, it’s worse if they go into
the back of you. </span></div>
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concentration</b> </span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">It’s not a
good idea to stare into a particular place or into car lights ahead, it’s
generally a bad idea to fixate on something, stare at something for a long time
or get distracted because you need to be more concentrated than ever before. </span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;"><b>Use your fog
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<span style="font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">When it's
pitch black and there is no one around, as well as there being no street
lighting, it’s advised to use your fog lights, this will help you see the road
much more clearly and help you see bends and hazards ahead. Remember not to
blind any drivers though. </span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;"><b>Clean your
windows and mirrors</b> </span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">Give your
windows and mirrors a good clean so you can see very clearly, it your windows
and mirrors aren’t helping you much during the day, they are going to help you
even less at night. </span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">Make sure
your eyes are in great condition, get your eyes tested regularly. Clear vision
means less problems when driving, especially at night. If you need to wear
glasses it’s advisable to wear them. </span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">It’s all
about keeping you, your passengers, other drivers and pedestrians safe - night
time driving can be great, so stay focused and enjoy it. </span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">It’s nerve
racking taking your driving test, but it’s also the moment you have been
waiting for, you’ve had lessons for months and now it’s your big moment! All it
takes is for a few things to go wrong though and you’ve failed and then it’s
time to start again. Here are some top tips to stop that big fail from
happening. </span><o:p></o:p></div>
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<span style="font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">1. <b>Keep calm
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<span style="font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">Nerves are a
big stress, literally, anxiety can lead to wrong decisions and ultimately
failure. Just relax, keep calm and enjoy your drive, that’s all you're doing
and there is only one person in the car. Plus they aren’t criticising you the
whole way round either, usually they stay pretty quiet. If you do suffer from
nerves or anxiety then speak to someone about it. You may also wish to consider
getting some advice from a doctor or some tablets from the doctor too, it’s not
a big deal, you have to do what’s right for you. </span><o:p></o:p></div>
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<span style="font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">Practice
your manoeuvres over and over, you never know which you will be asked to do and
with great practice you’ll be ready for anything and ready to impress. </span><o:p></o:p></div>
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<span style="font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">Make sure
you take enough driving lessons, driving instructors are a very good judge of
when it’s time for you to be able to take your test. You should listen to their
guidance and advice and pick your test at the right time, don’t be too keen and
book yourself in before you are ready. </span><o:p></o:p></div>
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areas, this can be frustrated but once you have passed you’ll feel the
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<span style="font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">So there you
have it, good luck, relax and enjoy taking your driving test, it can be an
amazing experience and your driving test leader may be a great laugh too. </span><o:p></o:p></div>
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It is perfectly normal to have some nerves on the big day.
You wouldn't be normal if you weren't a little nervous. For some though,
those nerves can prove to be be a real problem and can severely affect them
on their <a href="http://www.drivingschool-ruislip.co.uk/automatic/4580132009" target="_blank">practical test</a>.</div>
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When suffering from these nerves, the words from your
instructor to the effect of 'you'll be fine' cut little ice. This article will go
some way to giving you some weapons to use against the nerves, if you are
unfortunate enough to suffer badly with them.</div>
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These type of nerves have a name. It is called 'performance
related stress'. Before an exam, for some learners all the personal factors
riding on the success of their test can
weigh heavy on the mind. Money invested in learning, needing to drive for their job or the relative freedom that comes with being
able to drive can all be factors the lead to increased nerves on the day.</div>
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Determining why you are nervous is
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If whilst reading this, you are a number of weeks away from
your test, you have a head start, as you have time to address the issue
before the big day arrives. This time you have will give you the chance to work
out what it is that leads to the nerves and use the information in this
article to best manage the problem. If however, you are just round the corner from your test,
then it is still no time to panic. If you have the knowledge required to
understand your nerves, you are much better placed to deal with them.</div>
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What real effect can my instructor have on the day?</h4>
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The instructor who has brought you thus far is your best
weapon against the nerves. Your instructor knows precisely what it is you're
going through, as he or she has been through it many times. Having them in your corner has several benefits:</div>
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I) Your instructor
knows that it is not in your interest (or theirs) to put you in for your test before you
are ready. When they do put you in for it, they expect you to pass. It is not
in a vain hope that you do.</div>
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II) Before this point
arrives, you will have had to satisfy all the pre-test requirements
before they will even put you forward. Everybody is different and each learner
will have different areas of strength
and weakness, but it will not be until your
instructor believes that you have reached the minimum standard for every part of
driving proficiency that you will be registered for your practical test.</div>
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III) By the time your test comes around, your overall
driving will have been good for a while. Your instructor wouldn't have even
taken you into heavier traffic if you weren't ready for it let alone let you go
for your test. Trust your instructor. They know.<o:p></o:p></div>
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IV) The strengths and
weakness of your driving will be well-known by your instructor and
he/she will have been reinforcing and working on them in each of the
lessons leading up to your test.</div>
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V) In the test, you
will not be experiencing anything that you haven't already been through with your
teacher. The same types of roads, the same levels of traffic and the
same driving conditions. Any good instructor will ensure that you will
be fully readied.</div>
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Is there anything I can do on my own?</h4>
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Take a step back and look at the bigger picture. Sometimes,
the perspective you have on passing or failing can be all-consuming and its
importance in your own mind can become overwhelming.</div>
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You only need to see the smile on a newly passed driver's
face to know what it means to them, but it is not life and death. If you fail,
you fail. The sun will still come up in the morning and go down at night.
You can always take it again. No one will say "sorry, you failed. You
can't take it again". A more philosophical approach will help calm you.</blockquote>
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Also remember that you have an hour before your test to warm
up your driving skills and fine tune any last-minute teething troubles. If
there are any issues, they should raise their head in that time and be
addressed.</div>
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<a href="http://www.drivingschool-harrow.co.uk/automatic/4580134473" target="_blank">Your instructor</a> has been with you throughout your learning
process and has probably witnessed you stressed. They know you as a driver
better than you know yourself. <span style="color: #274e13;"><b>They know that test nerves account for around a
20% drop in standards on the day</b> </span>and this is taken account of by them so
they make you that much better than you need to be. Every care will have been taken to ensure
in a successful result for everyone.</div>
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<h4>
Relax, Smile and take a Deep Breath</h4>
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How else do I cope on the actual day?</h4>
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There are a few things that you can get right that are easy
to get right. It's hard enough with out you making it more difficult than
it needs to be.</div>
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I) Have a good sleep
the night before. <o:p></o:p></div>
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II) Make sure you
aren't overly hungry or overfed at the time of your test. Too far either
way can affect your concentration levels.</div>
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III) Turn your phone off. Good luck message might be what
your friends think you need, but the
last thing you need is the thought of all your friends 'expecting'.</div>
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<span style="text-indent: -18pt;">IV)</span><span style="font-size: 7pt; text-indent: -18pt;"> </span><span style="text-indent: -18pt;">Drink
lots of water that day and make sure you remember to visit the bathroom
beforehand. Water is vital in concentration and is the most forgotten remedy in
making sure you are at your best.</span></div>
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<span style="text-indent: -18pt;">V)</span><span style="font-size: 7pt; text-indent: -18pt;">
</span><span style="text-indent: -18pt;">You can buy a natural calming product that helps
people take exams, fly and other stressful situations from your local pharmacy
called 'Rescue Remedy’. For some it helps promote an amazing feeling being in
control.</span></div>
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Finally, just remember that examiners are not looking to
fail you. They don't spend their days revelling in the misery of failing
people. They are nice normal people who are just looking for safe, competent
driving.<o:p></o:p></div>
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<b>Good luck and remember, you can do it. You just need to
allow yourself to.</b><o:p></o:p></div>
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Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03478488365885951853noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2029483463236162860.post-32203567739921703922014-04-08T06:20:00.000-07:002014-04-08T06:20:00.593-07:00Tips for driving in Fog<div class="MsoNormal">
Fog is basically cloud that is on the ground. Rather than looking up at them, when it is foggy we are in them rather than beneath them. There is something called a 'dew point' which is when the temperature drops to a point where the air becomes saturated and fog forms.</div>
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Fog can limit visibility to less than a 1/4 of a mile, a distance you will cover in around 10 seconds when driving at 60mph. Needless to say, drivers should limit their speed to reflect this reduction in visibility.</div>
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As with any adverse weather conditions, it is always advisable to postpone your journey if at all possible as most fog will usually not last more than a morning. If you can’t, then the following tips should help you get where you're going safely.</div>
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1) Drive with your
lights on low beam. You will only succeed in
blinding yourself and anyone driving towards
you if you use your high beams in fog. As fog is
white, it will reflect your lights right back
at you.</div>
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2) Keep an eye on
your speed. When driving in fog, you can get a
false impression of your speed as the
conditions create a slow motion effect. It doesn't
alter your speedometer, so use it to gauge
your speed.</div>
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3) It might be an
idea when <a href="http://www.drivingschoolhillingdon.co.uk/" target="_blank">driving</a> in these conditions to refrain from to listening to
music in your car. This
will help you to listen out for traffic you may
not be able to see. Wind down your window and
keep an ear out for other cars.</div>
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4) Don't let
visibility problems you can control affect your
ability to see. Use your wipers when you need to
and if it happens to be freezing fog, then
top up your winter windscreen wash
and properly defrost all of your windows
before you set off.</div>
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5) Use visible road
markings as a guide and to where you should
be going. Don't use the rear lights of
other vehicles in front to guide your direction as
there is no guarantee that the lights you can
see belong to car that is actually moving.
It could be a stranded car. By the time you
realise the car isn't moving, you may not have
the time to avoid it.</div>
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6) If you break down
in this sort of scenario you must turn off
your lights to avoid confusing others
and if possible to do so safely, move away from your
car before making your calls to whichever recovery
service you belong to.</div>
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7) Don't use your fog
lights unnecessarily. If you drive for long
enough, you will see a lot of people putting on
their fog lights at the first hint of fog. A fog
light should only be used when the fog is
dense enough to need it. It will cause an
effect similar to blinding someone with main-beam
headlights.</div>
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8) Remember that fog
has precisely the same effect on the road
that rain does and the moisture
present on the tarmac will mean greater stopping
distances to be taking into account.</div>
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9) It may feel
natural to accelerate away from a car behind you
that is driving too close to you, but you must
refrain from doing so. When it is safe, you
should do what you can to remove yourself from the
situation by perhaps pulling over in a layby
and letting them past.</div>
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10) If you appear to have made it through the fog and are in
relative good visibility, don't turn off to the fact
that you could be just be in a good spot and
the fog could return at any moment.</div>
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<b>We hope that these tips help you get where you're going to safely and in one piece!</b></div>
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Take <a href="http://www.drivingschoolhillingdon.co.uk/contact-us/4580133960" target="_blank">driving lessons</a> in and around London with Drive2Pass.</div>
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Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03478488365885951853noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2029483463236162860.post-54414715493730982762014-04-01T06:03:00.000-07:002014-04-01T06:03:00.208-07:00Driving after your test<h3>
You've passed your driving test and you're ready to go it
alone!</h3>
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Your new-found independence and freedom are something that
you just have to try out and all you want to do is get out there and take your car out for a drive. Although the primary
emotion you feel is excitement, there can be a tinge of worry as
being out on your own can be a little daunting.</div>
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Having previously only driven with a comforting relative or
an assuring <a href="http://www.drivingschool-wembley.co.uk/prices/4580134935" target="_blank">driving instructor</a>, its very normal to feel a
little strange when going out on your own in the car. It can take a bit adjustment until it becomes comfortable for you.</div>
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Pick a good time</h4>
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Unless there is a specific reason for going out in your car, then you can pick and choose when to you go out. If you go
out at a quieter time, you'll have more time to practice the
parts of your driving that need attention.</div>
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On the first occasion you venture out on your own, follow a route that you are familiar with.</div>
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As you gain confidence in your driving, you may venture
further out and into less familiar or busier roads. At the beginning though, it is a good idea to stay on easier roads to build
your fledgling driving confidence.</div>
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P Plates</h4>
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It is not a mandatory for you to use the green 'p plates'
that display that you have recently passed your test, but it is
an allowance that you can use to further build your confidence. If the more experienced drivers you encounter are aware that you are still learning your craft, then they will more often than not be more patient with you. Any understandable
mistakes or hesitancy should be forgiven, and knowing this might make that first drive more comfortable for you.</div>
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Running out of petrol</h4>
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It's happened to most of us. We think we can make it just a little further without fuelling up and what happens?.... you run out in just the wrong place on a junction or in the
middle of nowhere. If you're unsure about putting petrol in to your car, it's
not a bad idea to take someone with you who does. It might seem</div>
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like an over-cautious approach to the task, but there are things that can go very wrong, for example putting diesel in
a petrol engine or vice versa. A mistake that can cost you hundreds of pounds in repair costs.</div>
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Inform someone where you are going </h4>
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Tell someone that you are off out on your first drive and approximately when you plan to return. If you only planned
to pop round the block or to a local shop, then they will know where to look if you aren't back within a reasonable time.</div>
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Take a mobile phone with you. </h4>
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In this age of cheap and easy mobile communication, it's
easy to get a means to let someone know that you have either
broken down or are in need of assistance. Don't however, use it when you are driving. Always pull over before calling
someone.</div>
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Lastly, if you get lost, don't worry as you won't be lost
for long. Everyone gets lost at some point. If it happens, pull over when it is safe to do so and check either your AtoZ or your SatNav to get you back on track. Just don't panic!</div>
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Your first drive should be just as exciting as you plan it to be. Just remember that you need to legislate for slight mishaps or miscalculations that could turn that drive into a nightmare if you don't.</div>
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<b>Be safe and enjoy yourself. You've passed your test!! <o:p></o:p><a href="http://www.drivingschool-wembley.co.uk/">http://www.drivingschool-wembley.co.uk/</a></b></div>
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When Should i take my Driving Test?</h3>
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When you pass your written or theory test, your driving
instructor will inform you of just how ready you are for the practical stage of your driving test. It goes without saying that your driving school wants you to pass on the first attempt. With
this in mind, <a href="http://www.drivingschool-harrow.co.uk/" target="_blank">Drive2pass school of motoring</a> want to offer you
that "edge" by giving you the tips listed below to help
ensure you don't take it before you are ready, but also to help you
bring</div>
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the day when you are ready, that bit closer. <o:p></o:p></div>
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Different from the conventional logbook, meaning
registration certificate for your car, a logbook filled out with the help
of your instructor is a great way to track your progress. A
written account you can refer to at anytime, will give you a
specific record of your
strengths and weaknesses. It will also give you a very precise indication of when you are ready to take that
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There are a number of published works that give you driving
tips etc, but in addition there are often testimonials and
stories of others, documenting when some have either taken their
test at the right time or at the wrong time. Anecdotal evidence
is powerful and lets you learn from others' mistakes.</div>
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Put what you have learnt into practice in between your
lessons. There is nothing wrong with doing this and you can even get your instructor to give you things to work on before you see him or her next. It is however, important that you are
insured on the owner’s car insurance and imperative that you don't
pick up any bad habits from the friend or family member you practice
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the seat instead of your instructor. If you pass the mock test, then you should be more confident of passing your actual practical.</div>
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A common place to fail is at junctions. Correct road positioning, signalling and use of mirrors are imperative to display road sense and awareness of other vehicles.</div>
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Always signal, adjust road position and use your mirrors in good time when approaching junctions and potential hazards. Getting into the habit of checking mirrors regularly will
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A lot of people slip up on lane positioning on roundabouts.There is a very specific correct way to approach and
manoeuvre around roundabouts. In the whole scheme of things, road positioning is one of the easiest to rectify. By being mindful, you can make sure that you are always getting into the right lane in good time.</div>
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Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03478488365885951853noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2029483463236162860.post-19787820592918109202013-11-29T05:01:00.001-08:002013-11-29T05:07:46.828-08:00No man (or woman) is an island!One of England’s greatest poets once wrote of our need to communicate and connect with others. He tells us not to isolate ourselves and cut ourselves off from the rest of humanity.
We could consider the deep philosophy attached to this sentiment, or we can take it a bit more literally and get the map out! Airports are full of people jetting all over the world, on journeys of self-discovery and personal growth. We salute your sense of adventure, but we do have to ask – have you thought about finding yourself in Europe, behind the wheel of your car.
The Dover to Calais sea crossing, and Eurotunnel, is the gateway to Europe. Once in Calais, you can be in Bruges, the Belgian chocolate capital, within two short hours. The battlefields of World War I are within easy reach of the French coast, so taking time to make a visit before next year’s centenary commemorations can be achieved.
If you want to go further, Paris and EuroDisney are a couple of hours from Calais – without any airline baggage restrictions. Easy access to Europe is just one of the best things about living in the South East. Germany’s Black Forest, the Swiss Alps, the Seven Hills of Rome, Athens! These places are all accessible by car in mainland Europe. With a thick wallet, a strong heart and a fistful of visas, you can drive all the way to Vladivostok on Russia’s Pacific coast…
It’s not about driving all the way around the globe, but it does go to show how powerful the ability to drive can be. As another of our great writers, Will Shakespeare, wrote ‘The world is one’s oyster’, it can help open up infinite possibilities!
Give the world to someone you love this Christmas. Give them the Drive2Pass <a href="http://www.drive2pass.biz">Christmas Offer</a>.
Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03478488365885951853noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2029483463236162860.post-63257047273092803022013-10-15T09:05:00.000-07:002013-10-15T09:06:45.374-07:00Cheaper Car Insurance Infomation<h1 dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.2; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 10pt;">
<span style="background-color: white; color: black; font-family: Arial; font-size: 19px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: bold; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Choosing car insurance after learning to drive</span></h1>
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<span style="background-color: white; color: black; font-family: Arial; font-size: 13px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Having a car on the road, as we all know, costs a lot of money when you take into consideration petrol, road tax, mot tests, maintenance and of course, insurance. </span><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: Arial; font-size: 13px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">The sky-high premiums charged to young drivers has seen the number of those people learning to drive drop by 19% since 2005.</span><span style="background-color: white; color: black; font-family: Arial; font-size: 13px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Whereas there’s little you can do about most of those costs, there may be significant measures you can take in regards to your car insurance and keeping your premiums down.</span></h1>
<b id="docs-internal-guid-7c378fd7-bcd3-68ee-5f6d-ce95dc5376bd" style="font-weight: normal;"><br /><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: Arial; font-size: 13px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"></span></b>
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<span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: Arial; font-size: 13px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: bold; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Pass Plus</span></div>
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<span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: Arial; font-size: 13px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Car Insurance is not optional, so if you want to drive, it’s something that you will have to face sooner or later. The first big step you can take is obtain your Pass Plus certification, which can take as little as 6 hours to complete with an accredited <a href="http://www.drivingschoolhillingdon.co.uk/" target="_blank">driving instructor</a>. A good selection of insurance companies recognise Pass Plus as an indicator that you have the extra experience and less like likely to have an accident, making you less of an insurance liability and therefore cheaper to insure. Not all companies give a discount for this, so it’s important to check when getting insured. For those that do, you can expect a reduction in the region of 30% as a reward for your efforts.</span></div>
<b style="font-weight: normal;"><br /><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: Arial; font-size: 13px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"></span></b>
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<span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: Arial; font-size: 13px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: bold; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Don’t ‘soup up’ up your car</span></div>
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<span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: Arial; font-size: 13px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">A key factor in your insurance company deciding your category is the performance of your vehicle. If it has been modified with low-profile alloy wheels and a spoiler etc, then you can expect your premiums to rise to ‘eye-watering’ levels. </span></div>
<b style="font-weight: normal;"><br /><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: Arial; font-size: 13px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"></span></b>
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<span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: Arial; font-size: 13px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: bold; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Telematic car insurance</span></div>
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<span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: Arial; font-size: 13px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Although you will be required to pay a relatively high cost at the start of your policy, telematic insurance rewards safe driving. According to the AA, a small ‘black box’ GPS device is fitted in your car to record how the car is driven. Factors like speed and cornering are measured to give you a score which may lead to a reduced premium if you drive safely. The advantage is that you pay a premium that’s based on your driving record, rather than the record of all young drivers.</span></div>
<b style="font-weight: normal;"><br /><span style="background-color: white; color: #363329; font-family: Arial; font-size: 13px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"></span></b>
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<span style="background-color: white; color: #333333; font-family: Arial; font-size: 13px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: bold; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Improve your car's security</span></div>
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<span style="background-color: white; color: #333333; font-family: Arial; font-size: 13px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Another of the major factors used in calculating your premiums is your car’s overall security. For example, where the vehicle is kept overnight. If it’s kept in a garage, that is better than if it’s kept out on a busy road. Others details include security measures such as alarms/immobilisers, glass etching and removing valuables from your car.</span></div>
<b style="font-weight: normal;"><br /><span style="background-color: white; color: #333333; font-family: Arial; font-size: 13px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"></span></b>
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<span style="background-color: white; color: #333333; font-family: Arial; font-size: 13px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: bold; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Limited hours policy</span></div>
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<span style="background-color: white; color: #333333; font-family: Arial; font-size: 13px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Not the sexiest policy around, but when needs must a measure that could result in a reduction of up to 40% is to take out a limited hours policy. A policy aimed at 17 to 25 year olds, it asks that you don’t drive your car between the hours of 11pm and 5am, a time when it is much less likely you’ll be out and about anyway.</span></div>
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<span style="background-color: white; color: #333333; font-family: Arial; font-size: 13px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Again, check with your insurer to see if this is an option when getting quotes.</span></div>
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<span style="background-color: white; color: #333333; font-family: Arial; font-size: 13px; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"></span><span style="background-color: white; color: #333333; font-family: Arial; font-size: 13px; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">You really can change your driving landscape with these different approaches. It could be the difference between you driving and not being able to drive at all. If you would like to take <a href="http://www.drivingschoolhillingdon.co.uk/" target="_blank">driving lessons</a> with a company who cares, then opt for <a href="http://www.drivingschool-ruislip.co.uk/" target="_blank">Drive2Pass Driving School</a>s covering many areas in London.</span>Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03478488365885951853noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2029483463236162860.post-92119988519385431322013-10-01T07:35:00.000-07:002013-10-07T05:50:00.144-07:00Pass your Manoeuvres for your Driving Test<div class="western" style="margin-bottom: 0cm;">
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Most people find driving test as one of the most daunting experiences in their lives. The good news for nervous drivers in the country is that they can actually seek help from different driving schools for a series of courses in National Standards for Driving and Riding. Many driving schools in the country provide confidence boosting lessons in driving both manual and automatic car. With these confidence boosting lessons, one can expect that he can have what it takes to be a responsible and better driver or rider. The driving confidence boosting lessons that most <a href="http://drivingschool-ruislip.co.uk/" target="_blank">driving schools</a> in the country provides include training for drivers of automatic car, dual controlled car, light vans, motorcycles, and buses.</div>
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However, the most difficult part in driving lessons is passing your manoeuvres for the test. Most examiners failed to pass their driving tests as they are nervous drivers. There is nothing to be nervous about taking manoeuvres during manual driving, or driving a dual controlled car. Below are some tips that you can ponder in order to pass your manoeuvres for your driving test.</div>
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It can be an advantage if you do some research about the area where you will take the test. This way, you can have access to road, traffic, pedestrian facilities, and traffic in the area. Taking a peep on the test routes will provide you a better picture of what can happen during the test. You can use Goggle Maps to take a look at the test centre and locate the awkward areas of the road such as curves, one way systems, tricky junctions, and complicated roundabouts. You can even practice in the area with the help of a professional driving instructor.</div>
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High level of concentration is essential in taking manoeuvres for your driving test. You will be driving the car without a professional driving instructor by your side. The rules for driving tests in the country have changed, and you will be required to perform approximately 10-15 minutes of driving independently. During these minutes, you will follow a series of directions, traffic signs, and combination of both. Whether you are driving a manual or an automatic car, confidence is highly needed.</div>
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Observation is a critical aspect not only in taking your manoeuvres for your driving test but also in real life driving. A thing that you need to do correctly is to check your mirrors at the side and rear. Failing to observe from time to time will fail you during the test or before you even get your car out your garage. If you are on a dual controlled car, it is a good idea to check your blind spot. </div>
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Observation play a vital role in making manoeuvres as you can make driving errors such as parking in the kerb or catching people out of your view. Performing observation and checking your mirrors several times before doing the manoeuvres will make your examiner feel confident that you can be a responsible driver.</div>
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Most people who are taking up driving tests fail because they are nervous drivers. Theirs is no reason to be nervous about taking manoeuvres. Taking a deep breath and relaxing will make you feel confident that you will pass the manoeuvres right before you sit inside the car. Stepping inside the car thinking that you will pass the test will provide you with a better result. However, you have to remember that being over confident and reckless can also cause you to fail the driving test.</div>
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Most people do not realize that knowing the car that they drive during the test is essential in making better manoeuvres. This is due to the fact that not all cars are the same. People who are used to manual driving will find it hard to make better manoeuvres than those who are driving automatic car or dual controlled car. Days before you take the exam, you have to make sure you that you ask your examiner the type of car that you are about to drive so you can practice.</div>
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These tips on how to pass your manoeuvres for your driving test seem to be easily said than done. However, driving is not a thing that you can learn in an overnight process or days of practice. It is a skill that requires a lot of lessons and practice. </div>
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Many <a href="http://drivingschool-ruislip.co.uk/#/faqs/4579066959" target="_blank">driving courses</a> in the country provide the combination of both theory and actual lessons. People who are want to become a skilled and responsible driver need to take driving lessons if they want to achieve their goals. Whether you are used to manual driving or driving an automatic car, taking confidence boosting lessons is highly essential. Remember that your examiner will only let you pass the test if you are a responsible driver as one mistake in the road can cause loss of life.</div>
Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03478488365885951853noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2029483463236162860.post-76589669060958913722013-09-23T02:17:00.002-07:002013-09-23T02:17:42.991-07:00Learn to Drive Tips<div class="western" style="margin-bottom: 0cm;">
<span style="font-family: Verdana, serif;"><span style="font-size: medium;"><b><span style="background: #ffffff;">Learn
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, serif;"><span style="font-size: x-small;"><span style="background: #ffffff;">There
is lots of information about what you should do and how you should do
it, with regards to going to a <a href="http://drivingschoolhillingdon.co.uk/" target="_blank">driving school</a> and getting
professional tuition. But what about when you just want to jump in
your car with L plates on (and a driver over 21 with a full car
licence with 3 years’ experience under their belt of course!) and
get out on the road to get valuable experience. It is definitely
recommended that you combine this with professional tuition, so that
any bad habits that are picked up are highlighted by your instructor.
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, serif;"><span style="font-size: x-small;"><span lang="en"><span style="background: #ffffff;">Anyone
you practice your driving with (without paying them) must be over 21,
they must be qualified to drive the type of vehicle you want to learn
in, e.g. they must have a manual car licence if they’re supervising
you in a manual car and they must have had their driving licence for
3 years. </span></span></span></span><span style="font-family: Verdana, serif;"><span style="font-size: x-small;"><span style="background: #ffffff;">Although
this is the legal requirement, it’s important that you feel relaxed
and not under pressure when you get behind the wheel, so try and make
sure that the person with you is normally calm in the car and has
lots of patience.</span></span></span></div>
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</div>
<div class="western" style="margin-bottom: 0cm;">
<span style="font-family: Verdana, serif;"><span style="font-size: x-small;"><b><span style="background: #ffffff;">Keep
a log</span></b></span></span></div>
<div class="western" style="margin-bottom: 0cm;">
<span style="font-family: Verdana, serif;"><span style="font-size: x-small;"><span style="background: #ffffff;">It
can be very useful to keep a log of your driving to pinpoint any
points of focus for your instructor to work on with you. If you don’t
note it down and forget what you are struggling with, then it will
take much longer to get better at it.</span></span></span></div>
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<br />
</div>
<div class="western" style="margin-bottom: 0cm;">
<span style="font-family: Verdana, serif;"><span style="font-size: x-small;"><b><span style="background: #ffffff;">Safe
driving</span></b></span></span></div>
<div class="western" style="margin-bottom: 0cm;">
<span style="font-family: Verdana, serif;"><span style="font-size: x-small;"><span style="background: #ffffff;">When
not under the watchful supervision of an <a href="http://drivingschoolhillingdon.co.uk/#/pricing/4572823755" target="_blank">instructor</a>, it is easy to
let standards slip, but try to obey the same standards even when with
a relative or a friend.</span></span></span></div>
<div class="western" style="margin-bottom: 0cm;">
<span style="font-family: Verdana, serif;"><span style="font-size: x-small;"><span style="background: #ffffff;">i)
Try not to turn the radio on as it may distract you </span></span></span>
</div>
<div class="western" style="margin-bottom: 0cm;">
<span style="font-family: Verdana, serif;"><span style="font-size: x-small;"><span style="background: #ffffff;">ii)
Take time to adjust to different vehicles. There can be big
differences between different models and makes of car such as power
steering, car size etc.</span></span></span></div>
<div class="western" style="margin-bottom: 0cm;">
<span style="font-family: Verdana, serif;"><span style="font-size: x-small;"><span style="background: #ffffff;">iii)
Try and drive in all the different driving conditions. In the dry, in
the wet, and night-time driving are just a few to speak of.</span></span></span></div>
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<br />
</div>
<div class="western" style="margin-bottom: 0cm;">
<span style="font-family: Verdana, serif;"><span style="font-size: x-small;"><b><span style="background: #ffffff;">Getting
on the road</span></b></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, serif;"><span style="font-size: x-small;"><span style="background: #ffffff;">When
you are satisfied that you have accomplished all the necessary
precautions before getting behind the wheel, then make sure you;</span></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, serif;"><span style="font-size: x-small;"><span style="background: #ffffff;">i)
clearly display front and rear L plates, making sure that you don’t
obscure either registration plates on the car.</span></span></span></div>
<div class="western" style="margin-bottom: 0cm;">
<span style="font-family: Verdana, serif;"><span style="font-size: x-small;"><span style="background: #ffffff;">ii)
do not use a mobile phone whilst driving. </span></span></span>
</div>
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, serif;"><span style="font-size: x-small;"><span style="background: #ffffff;">iii)
don’t drive under the influence of prescription drugs. Read all the
bumf that goes with medication, so that you are sure you can drive
whilst taking them.</span></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, serif;"><span style="font-size: x-small;"><span style="background: #ffffff;">iv)
only drive vehicles that are stated on your learner licence</span></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, serif;"><span style="font-size: x-small;"><span style="background: #ffffff;">v)
It goes without saying, but do not drink ANY alcohol prior to
driving...just in case. No one can accurately tell whether they are
over the limit without a breathalyser and if you are stopped,
pleading ignorance as a learner driver will not cut any ice.</span></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, serif;"><span style="font-size: x-small;"><span style="background: #ffffff;">When
you get out there, be confident, be legal and above all, be safe.</span></span></span></div>
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Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03478488365885951853noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2029483463236162860.post-52751768439856086702013-09-09T08:41:00.000-07:002013-09-09T08:41:24.331-07:00What is Pass Plus, how does it effect me?<div class="western" style="margin-bottom: 0cm;">
<b>What is Pass Plus
and what can it do for me?</b></div>
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</div>
<div class="western" style="margin-bottom: 0cm;">
According to the
government website “Pass Plus is a practical training course that
takes at least 6 hours and is for drivers to improve their skills and
drive more safely”.</div>
<div class="western" style="margin-bottom: 0cm;">
As many new drivers
will attest to, driving up to and including your test can be a lot
different to what you experience afterwards. It can be taken anytime,
but to get the most out of Pass Plus, it’s recommended that you
take it within the year after passing your test.</div>
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<br />
</div>
<div class="western" style="margin-bottom: 0cm;">
<b>Cheaper insurance</b></div>
<div class="western" style="margin-bottom: 0cm;">
If you are a young
driver, then you will be well aware of just how much car insurance
can be. As a Pass Plus certified driver, you are displaying your
general driving competence and you may find that you receive a
discount from your car insurer.
</div>
<div class="western" style="margin-bottom: 0cm;">
Current insurers
offering discounts based on Pass Plus include but are not limited to;</div>
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<br />
</div>
<div class="western" style="margin-bottom: 0cm;">
<i>Swinton Colonnade</i></div>
<div class="western" style="margin-bottom: 0cm;">
<i>Tesco Insurance</i></div>
<div class="western" style="margin-bottom: 0cm;">
<i>AA</i></div>
<div class="western" style="margin-bottom: 0cm;">
<i>Churchill </i>
</div>
<div class="western" style="margin-bottom: 0cm;">
<i>Co-op Insurance</i></div>
<div class="western" style="margin-bottom: 0cm;">
<i>Direct Line</i></div>
<div class="western" style="margin-bottom: 0cm;">
<i>Aviva</i></div>
<div class="western" style="margin-bottom: 0cm;">
<i>Endsleigh</i></div>
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<br />
</div>
<div class="western" style="margin-bottom: 0cm;">
<b>What does the course
cover?</b></div>
<div class="western" style="margin-bottom: 0cm;">
The course, as said
before, takes a minimum of 6 hours to complete and includes the
following disciplines;</div>
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<br />
</div>
<div class="western" style="margin-bottom: 0cm;">
i) Town driving</div>
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ii) All-weather
driving</div>
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iii) Driving out of
town</div>
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iv) Night Driving</div>
<div class="western" style="margin-bottom: 0cm;">
v) Driving on dual
carriageways</div>
<div class="western" style="margin-bottom: 0cm;">
vi) Driving on
motorways</div>
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<br />
</div>
<div class="western" style="margin-bottom: 0cm;">
Although, all these
categories are covered, some may only be in theory, as conditions
such as bad weather can’t be easily replicated. Being fully
prepared for every avenue and situation, will help your future as a
competent and safe driver.</div>
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<br />
</div>
<div class="western" style="margin-bottom: 0cm;">
<b>Is it harder to pass
than the normal driving test?</b></div>
<div class="western" style="margin-bottom: 0cm;">
The practical
assessment rules are more lenient than those used in the normal
driving test and many rules that would constitute a fail (such as not
parking straight) do not apply. It is only required that the
instructor deems you to be able to drive safely and legally.</div>
<div class="western" style="margin-bottom: 0cm;">
<br />
</div>
<div class="western" style="margin-bottom: 0cm;">
<b>Can any driving
instructor do this? </b>
</div>
<div class="western" style="margin-bottom: 0cm;">
Your instructor will
have to be a Pass Plus registered approved <a href="http://drivingschool-wembley.co.uk/" target="_blank">driving instructor</a>. Look
for the logo - (insert the logo)</div>
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<br />
</div>
<div class="western" style="margin-bottom: 0cm;">
<b>How much does it
cost?</b></div>
<div class="western" style="margin-bottom: 0cm;">
The cost does vary
depending on where you live, the instructor or <a href="http://drivingschool-ruislip.co.uk/" target="_blank">driving school</a> that
you use and how long it takes you to achieve certification, but based
on you taking the standard 6 hours, then the cost will be around
£140.</div>
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<br />
</div>
<br />
<div class="western" style="margin-bottom: 0cm;">
So, in answer to the
question right at the beginning of this article “what can Pass Plus
do for me?”, it can put more money in your pocket by giving you a
discount off your car insurance. In addition to this, it will
comprehensively prepare you for all the scenarios you are likely to
encounter in your driving life. The confidence and independence
gained from knowing that you can go wherever you want, whenever you
want regardless of weather can be a real liberation.</div>
Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03478488365885951853noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2029483463236162860.post-54750216869918089532013-08-22T06:38:00.001-07:002013-08-22T06:38:47.814-07:0010 Driving Test Tips<div class="western" style="margin-bottom: 0cm;">
<b>10 Test Tips</b></div>
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<br />
</div>
<div class="western" style="margin-bottom: 0cm;">
<b>1. Familiarise
yourself with the area on the day of the test</b></div>
<div class="western" style="margin-bottom: 0cm;">
Although there is
usually more than one possible test route, prior to taking your test,
it is recommended that you take at least 30 mins to drive around the
general area on the day of the test. It will familiarise you and more
than likely boost your confidence that nothing will be a surprise,
taking lesson with your driving instructor beforehand will help to
calm any nerves.</div>
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<br />
</div>
<div class="western" style="margin-bottom: 0cm;">
<b>2. Don’t give in
to peer pressure - take your <a href="http://drivingschool-harrow.co.uk/" target="_blank">driving test</a> when you’re ready</b></div>
<div class="western" style="margin-bottom: 0cm;">
It is very easy to
listen to those among us that like to tell you just how quick they
picked driving up and how soon after starting they passed. It is also
easy to rush in to your test as it does feel that the whole
experience will end up being cheaper. If you’re not ready, then 1)
you probably won’t pass and it will end up costing you more in the
long run and 2) you will do nothing at all for your confidence going
forward.
</div>
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<br />
</div>
<div class="western" style="margin-bottom: 0cm;">
<b>3. Learn the basics
privately</b></div>
<div class="western" style="margin-bottom: 0cm;">
If you have access to a
vehicle and understanding relative or friend, then use the
opportunity to familiarise yourself with the basic controls. That way
you aren’t wasting time you’re paying for learning the
fundamentals of driving. Another nice side effect is that you will
boost your road sense and general confidence.
</div>
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<br />
</div>
<div class="western" style="margin-bottom: 0cm;">
<b>4. When you park at
the test centre </b>
</div>
<div class="western" style="margin-bottom: 0cm;">
Preparing the way, is
the key to feeling confident. Give yourself a head start by parking
before your test in a place that’s easy to leave that way you know
you can do it calmly.
</div>
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<br />
</div>
<div class="western" style="margin-bottom: 0cm;">
<b>5. Do your homework</b></div>
<div class="western" style="margin-bottom: 0cm;">
Just because you’ve
passed your theory test, it doesn’t mean that you won’t have to
know your highway code for the practical test itself. How galling
would it be to fail on your knowledge when that’s one of the
easiest things to prepare for. A few good driving schools will help
you prepare with resources and worksheets as they want you to pass.
Have a look on Amazon for a wide range of helpful books. Another
helpful tip is to use post-it notes that you place around your home
with important things you need to learn. You will keep seeing them
often and subconsciously you will be taking them in without much
effort. On the toaster, on the back of the toilet door and the
mirror.</div>
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<br />
</div>
<div class="western" style="margin-bottom: 0cm;">
<b>6. Do a mock test</b></div>
<div class="western" style="margin-bottom: 0cm;">
Nothing can completely
prepare you for the real thing, but the nearest thing to that is by
doing a mock test. All aspects of your mock test are prepared in
great detail to best replicate test conditions. Like driving the test
route, it is giving you a prior knowledge of what to expect.</div>
<div class="western" style="margin-bottom: 0cm;">
<br />
</div>
<div class="western" style="margin-bottom: 0cm;">
<b>7. Don’t tell
everyone you’re doing your test</b></div>
<div class="western" style="margin-bottom: 0cm;">
<a href="" name="_GoBack"></a>Don’t
put undue pressure on yourself on the build up to your test day. The
less people that know, the less you will feel people are ‘expecting’
you to pass. And if you don’t pass, at least you don’t need to do
that dreaded call but you will pass if you believe you can. Having a
positive mind-set is a powerful tool. Motivate yourself with a goal.
Use the post-it notes method to build your confidence. Write what you
want to achieve by explaining in detail the exact specifics. e.g.
“When I pass my driving test I will drive to London for my holiday
with a blue ford focus 1.6 with the windows down, with my favourite
music blasting out.” This picture is automatically programming your
mind to succeed. Look up NLP for more information.</div>
<div class="western" style="margin-bottom: 0cm;">
<br />
</div>
<div class="western" style="margin-bottom: 0cm;">
<b>8. When parking,
don’t be afraid to start again. You will not fail for trying again</b></div>
<div class="western" style="margin-bottom: 0cm;">
There’s no time limit
for manoeuvres. If after starting a parking manoeuvre, you feel that
you’ve done something wrong. Reposition the vehicle to its original
position and try again. The last thing you want to do is persist with
the bad manoeuvre and hit a curb or worse still another vehicle. That
WOULD be a fail....obviously.
</div>
<div class="western" style="margin-bottom: 0cm;">
<br />
</div>
<div class="western" style="margin-bottom: 0cm;">
<b>9. Don’t do your <a href="http://drivingschool-harrow.co.uk/#/the-cars/4572824998" target="_blank">driving lessons</a> too far apart</b></div>
<div class="western" style="margin-bottom: 0cm;">
You need to keep your
experience of driving fresh. The old way of doing 1 lesson per week,
will get you there, but much slower. Increasing the frequency of your
lessons or time spent in charge of a vehicle will significantly
improve the speed of your progress.</div>
<div class="western" style="margin-bottom: 0cm;">
<br />
</div>
<div class="western" style="margin-bottom: 0cm;">
<b>10. Don’t try and
watch what the examiner is writing.</b></div>
<div class="western" style="margin-bottom: 0cm;">
Watching the examiner’s
clipboard to see if he’s writing not only takes your attention away
from what you’re supposed to be doing i.e. driving, it will greatly
affect your confidence if you see writing occur. Ironically, if the
examiner feels that you aren’t driving safely because you are
peering at what he/she is doing, they will mark you down...so don’t
do it!
</div>
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<br />
</div>
<div class="western" style="margin-bottom: 0cm;">
Lastly and perhaps not
deserving the title of a full-blown ‘tip’, but essential all the
same, make sure you take your provisional licence with you and that
your eyesight is up to scratch. Either of these could result in the
immediate termination of the test.
</div>
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<br />
</div>
<br />
<div class="western" style="margin-bottom: 0cm;">
Happy driving and good
luck! If your looking to learn to drive in London visit our driving school website <a href="http://drivingschool-harrow.co.uk/">http://drivingschool-harrow.co.uk/</a></div>
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<b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;">Driving Instructor: How to Pick the Right One<o:p></o:p></span></b></div>
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<span style="font-family: Calibri;">Take for example, if like anyone else you are in search of a driving instructor in Wembley, Ruislip, Harrow or any location of choice, you will definitely be perplexed when it comes to making the right choice. In fact what you tend to find is brand new driving schools and instructors come out each and every day at a shocking rate. There seems to be a sudden boom in the driving instructor or teach people to drive business.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Calibri;">One major reason for the sudden boom in the driving instructor business category is the current economic climate. The nation is littered with job cuts here and there which has clearly given birth to many people turning to other ways to earning a living. Most of the bigger driving schools have tapped <span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>into this as an opportunity to carry out massive marketing campaign to tell people they can make a limitless amount of money from working as a driving instructor and that it is absolutely easy to set up your own driving school business. This means an avalanche of driving schools for learners to choose from, usually leaving them perplexed and not knowing which driving instructor will effectively meet their requirements.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Calibri;">Let’s say you are looking for a </span><a href="http://www.drive2pass.biz/"><span style="font-family: Calibri;">driving instructor in Hillingdon</span></a><span style="font-family: Calibri;"> or any location of choice; you need to be equipped with the right questions in order to select a properly trained and qualified driving instructor who will be able to customise your driving lessons in order to meet your requirements effectively.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Calibri;">Five helpful tips to help you pick the right driving instructor:</span></div>
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<b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;">Affordable Driving Lessons Package<o:p></o:p></span></b></div>
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<span style="font-family: Calibri;">The first question asked by most learner drivers is “how much do driving lessons cost?” The thought that comes to mind <span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>is I don’t want to pay more than usual hence the price comparison. Coupled with the first question, another crucial one to ask is “how many driving lessons will I need?” Althought people learn at their own pace, This is still very important as it will give you an idea of the approach and midset the instructor has, it will be pointless to pick a driving instructor based on their cheap driving lessons package and end up taking more lessons than you actually need.</span></div>
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<b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;">Take your Driving Lessons at the right time<o:p></o:p></span></b></div>
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<span style="font-family: Calibri;">You need to have the right mindset before taking any of your driving lessons. Before booking your lessons, take a careful look at your weekly schedule to determine the ideal day and time slots. If an instructor is unable to work with your schedule, simply look elsewhere in order to avoid getting rushed which will have adverse effect on your learning curve.</span></div>
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<b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;">Tackling Driving Phobias and Fears<o:p></o:p></span></b></div>
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<span style="font-family: Calibri;">It is common with new drivers to experience some degree of anxiety and fear regarding the thoughts of taking driving lessons or specific driving skills like reversing, parking in-between two cars amongst others. Before hand picking a driving Instructor, it is ideal to discuss your worries and carefully listen to his or her response. A savvy driving instructor will be a good listener, empathise with their student as well as instilling them with confidence that their fears and worries can be easily conquered. This is a good indicator for a student to know if he or she will feel comfortable around the prospective driving instructor.</span></div>
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<b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;">Driving Instructor’s Feedback History<o:p></o:p></span></b></div>
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<span style="font-family: Calibri;">The last thing <span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>a new driver wants is signing up with a driving instructor with a track record of more failure than pass from driving tests. You can carry out a quick Google search for possible feedback history as well as ask if you can get testimonials from previous students. If an instructor ignores your request or is simply reluctant to respond, that is a warning sign that you need to look elsewhere.</span></div>
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<em><span style="font-family: Calibri;">This is a short article one of our Driving Instructors did for a publication recently.</span></em></div>
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<span style="font-family: 'Open Sans', serif; font-size: x-small;">Harrow - <a href="https://plus.google.com/101397751787180805632/about?gl=GB&hl=en-GB#101397751787180805632/about?gl=GB&hl=en-GB" style="color: #565656;" target="_blank">Google Plus Page</a></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: 'Open Sans', serif; font-size: x-small;">Uxbridge -</span><span style="font-family: 'Open Sans', serif; font-size: x-small;"> </span><a href="https://plus.google.com/100771442704950600897/about?gl=GB&hl=en-GB#100771442704950600897/about?gl=GB&hl=en-GB" style="color: #565656; font-family: 'Open Sans', serif; font-size: small;" target="_blank">Google Plus Page</a><br />
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