Suitable footwear for Driving Wearing appropriate footwear while driving is essential for maintaining full control over your vehicle. The right footwear improves pedal feel, enhance safety and shows legal compliance. What to wear Flat shoes with a thin, firm sole, (no thicker than 10 mm). Secure fitting shoes that won’t slip off. Flexible footwear,…
Driving whilst using a mobile phone Why is using a mobile phone while driving dangerous? Using a mobile phone while driving is one of the most dangerous distractions on the road. Whether you’re making a call, texting, or checking notifications. You are taking yours eyes, hands and attention away from where they should be –…
Distractions Whilst Driving Common distractions behind the wheel: • Mobile phone use: Texting calling or using apps • Eating and drinking: Handling food, a hot drinks • Passenger interactions: Talking arguing or dealing with children or pets • Adjusting controls: Radio, sat-nav, climate control • Daydreaming: Mental distractions or emotional stress • External distractions: Roadside…
Driving Fault (Often Called a Minor fault) Definition, small mistakes that do not pose an immediate danger or risk, but show lapses in skill, control, or observation Examples: Still in the car, but recovering safely Hesitating slightly too long at a junction Gear selection, slightly late or early Impact You are allowed up to 15…
DRIVING SAFETY HANDOUT The Importance of Lane Discipline & Observing Before Changing Lanes What is Lane Discipline?Lane discipline means:– Staying centered in your lane– Using the correct lane for your direction and speed– Changing lanes only when safe and with proper observation Why is Lane Discipline Important?1. Prevents Collisions:Drifting or swerving into another lane without…
THE DANGER OF SPEEDING Why driving too fast puts lives at risk LESS TIME TO REACTSpeeding reduces the time you have to react to unexpected hazards-like pedestrians, animals, or sudden traffic changes. LONGER STOPPING DISTANCEThe faster you drive, the longer it takes to stop. This increases the chances of a crash. GREATER IMPACT FORCECollisions at…
How missing driving lessons close down your progress What happens when you miss a lesson? 1. Loss of momentum You forget, small, but crucial details who checks clutch control or hazard spotting – and need to spend time re-learning them 2. Delayed skill development Driving skills build up layer by layer. If you miss a…
What is a Roundabout? A roundabout is a circular junction where traffic flows clockwise (UK). Vehicles already on the roundabout have priority. The 3 Golden Rules:1. Look Early2. Decide Early3. Go Only When Safe Approach Routine: Use the MSPSL MethodM – Mirrors: Check interior and side mirrorsS – Signal: Signal according to your exitP –…
The differences between a manual and an automatic car When I passed my test in 1994 and since becoming a driving instructor, I have always driven and taught in a manual car. However, during Covid when I was unable to teach people to drive, I worked for Tesco’s as a delivery driver. The Tesco vans…