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Climbing and crawler lanes are provided on some hills. Use this lane if you are driving a slow-moving vehicle or if there are vehicles behind you wishing to overtake. Be aware of the signs and road markings which indicate the lane is about to end. If you are interested in learning to drive then please call Simon at 4front Driving School on 07905657229 Or visit our website on http://www.4frontdrivingschool.co.uk You can email 4frontdrivingschool@gmail.com Or visit our Facebook Page at http://www.facebook.com/4frontdrivingschool #4frontDrivingSchool #DrivingInstructorLoughborough #DrivingSchoolLoughborough #Climbingandcrawlerlanes #DrivingLessonsLoughborough

Where a single carriageway has three lanes and the road markings or signs do not give priority to traffic in either direction use the middle lane only for overtaking or turning right. Remember, you have no more right to use the middle lane than a driver coming from the opposite directiondo not use the right-hand lane. Where a single carriageway has four or more lanes, use only the lanes that signs or markings indicate. If you are interested in learning to drive then please call Simon at 4front Driving School on 07905657229 Or visit our website on http://www.4frontdrivingschool.co.uk You can email 4frontdrivingschool@gmail.com Or visit our Facebook Page at http://www.facebook.com/4frontdrivingschool #4frontDrivingSchool #DrivingInstructorLoughborough #SingleCarriagewayrules #localdrivingSchool #DrivingLessonsLoughborough

Understanding Dual Carriageways Lane discipline If you need to change lane, first use your mirrors and if necessary take a quick sideways glance to make sure you will not force another road user to change course or speed. When it is safe to do so, signal to indicate your intentions to other road users and when clear, move over. You should follow the signs and road markings and get into the lane as directed. In congested road conditions do not change lanes unnecessarily. Merging in turn is recommended but only if safe and appropriate when vehicles are travelling at a very low speed, e.g. when approaching road works or a road traffic incident. It is not recommended at high speed. Dual carriageways A dual carriageway is a road which has a central reservation to separate the carriageways. On a two-lane dual carriageway you should stay in the left-hand lane. Use the right-hand lane for overtaking or turning right. After overtaking, move back to the left-hand lane when it is safe to do so. On a three-lane dual carriageway, you may use the middle lane or the right-hand lane to overtake but return to the middle and then the left-hand lane when it is safe. If you are interested in learning to drive then please call Simon at 4front Driving School on 07905657229 Or visit our website on http://www.4frontdrivingschool.co.uk You can email 4frontdrivingschool@gmail.com Or visit our Facebook Page at http://www.facebook.com/4frontdrivingschool

Here are the official road signs taken from the 2020 Highway Code If you are interested in learning to drive then please call Simon at 4front Driving School on 07905657229 Or visit our website on http://www.4frontdrivingschool.co.uk You can email 4frontdrivingschool@gmail.com Or visit our Facebook Page at http://www.facebook.com/4frontdrivingschool #4frontDrivingSchool #DrivingInstructorLoughborough #DrivingSchoolLoughborough #RoadSignsUK #DrivingLessonsLoughborough

How to emerge from a junction safely Different road junctions If you are approaching a give way junction you will use the M S P S L routine on approach. A give way junction A junction with STOP lines and STOP signs An unmarked junction, where 2 or more roads meet and there are no road markings An open junction. If the junction is open on approach, then you have good visibility into the new road. A closed junction. Your visibility on approach is very restricted. Even at the give way or stop lines, it will still be difficult to see. Your instructor will explain this in detail to you. Approaching a give way junction to turn left Mirrors Check your centre mirror then your left mirror. Signal Signal left in good time and ensure that the signal is not misleading. Position Keep your normal position on approach to the junction (about 1 metre from the kerb). As the kerb starts to bend to the left, steer gently left. Once at the junction you should be about 50cm from the kerb with the car pointing slightly to the left. If the kerb is straight all the way to the junction, keep your normal position. This will ensure that when you are steering left out of the junction your near side rear wheel will not hit the kerb. Speed Ease of the gas on approach to the junction and cover the pedals. Brake gently to 10mph then push the clutch all the way down. The clutch should go down when you are roughly three car lengths ahead of the junction, then go back into 1st gear. Allow the vehicle to roll to the junction, using the brake to control your speed. You should aim to stop with the front of your car about 20cm behind the junction. Once at the junction, find biting point. If the road you are on is uphill or downhill, your instructor will explain this area in more detail. Look Look right and left on approach to the junction to see if it is open or closed. Once at the junction, always look right first and then look twice each way before you go. If there is traffic on the new road, your instructor will help you decide if it is safe to go. Ease off the brake and release the clutch a little (then hold the clutch steady and add a little gas.) The car will start to move. Steer left as much as necessary and begin to steer right to straighten up just before going in a straight line. Once in the new road check your centre mirror. Approaching a give way junction to turn right Mirrors Check your centre mirror then your right mirror. Signal Signal right in good time and ensure the signal is not misleading. Position Move your position to the right so you’re around 20cm from the centre line, if the road you are on is very narrow you would keep to your normal driving position. Speed Ease of the gas on approach to the junction and cover the pedals. Brake gently to 10mph then push the clutch all the way down. The clutch should go down when you are roughly three car lengths ahead of the junction, then go back into 1st gear. Allow the vehicle to roll to the junction, using the brake to control your speed. You should aim to stop with the front of your car about 20cm behind the junction. Once at the junction, find biting point. If the road you are on is uphill or downhill, your instructor will explain this area in more detail. Look Look right and left on approach to the junction to see if it is open or closed. Once at the junction,you always look right first and then look twice each way before you go. Emerging right is more challenging because you are crossing two paths of traffic. If there is traffic on the new road, your instructor will help you decide if it is safe to go. Ease off the brake and release the clutch a little (then hold the clutch steady and add a little gas). The car will start to move, Steer right as much as necessary and begin to steer left to straighten up just before going in a straight line. Once in the new road check your centre mirror. If you are interested in learning to drive then please call Simon at 4front Driving School on 07905657229 Or visit our website on http://www.4frontdrivingschool.co.uk You can email 4frontdrivingschool@gmail.com Or visit our Facebook Page at http://www.facebook.com/4frontdrivingschool LABELS: 4FRONT DRIVING SCHOOLDRIVING INSTRUCTOR LOUGHBOROUGHDRIVING LESSONS LOUGHBOROUGHDRIVING SCHOOL LOUGHBOROUGHEMERGING FROM JUNCTIONS

How to turn left and right safely using the M S P S L routine. Approaching a junction to turn left Mirrors Check your centre mirror then your left mirror. Signal Signal (Down) left to tell others around you what you plan to do and ensure that the signal is not misleading, so correct it if needed. Position Keep your normal position, central in your lane between the curb and centre of the road. You don’t need to start turning until your mirrors are in line with the curb as it starts disapearing to the left. Speed Reduce your speed to about 10mph and change to 2nd gear, if the road is very narrow then adjust your speed to the road, in this situation you may need first. Cover your pedals (the brake and bring the clutch up once you have changed down a gear) Look Look into the new road as soon as possible; over gardens, through trees, over parked cars and you can even use reflections in windows! Any way of seeing hazards early in the new road will help you plan and be prepared so that you can react. If there is oncoming traffic turning right into the new road you are taking, you have right of way over them because the oncoming car is crossing your path. Never take priority totally for granted though, be ready for the unexpected. Once you are at point of turn, look at and follow the kerb on the left and steer as necessary, once in the new road check you centre mirror. Approaching a junction to turn right Mirrors Check your centre mirror, then your right mirror. Signal Signal left to tell others around you what you plan to do and ensure that the signal is not misleading, so correct it if needed. Position Move slightly to the right towards the centre line of your road but, do not cross the centre line until the point of turn (roughly when your mirrors are is line with the centre line of the new road). Speed A safe speed to turn is about again10mph of there is no oncoming traffic and you don’t need to stop so as you slow down select 2nd gear and see if you can keep the vehicle moving If the road is very narrow adjust your speed to the road. Cover your pedals (the brake and lift up the clutch once you have changed down gears) Look When you are turning right, you have to give way to oncoming traffic. If there is oncoming traffic, your instructor will help you decide if you have time to turn or if you need to give way. Look as early into the new road as possible, over gardens, through trees, over parked cars and you can even use reflections in windows! Any way of seeing hazards early in the new road is a bonus. Once in the new road check you centre mirror. If you are interested in learning to drive then please call Simon at 4front Driving School on 07905657229 Or visit our website on http://www.4frontdrivingschool.co.uk You can email 4frontdrivingschool@gmail.com Or visit our Facebook Page at http://www.facebook.com/4frontdrivingschool

Taken from the Gov website Driving test faults and your result There are 3 types of faults you can make: a dangerous fault – this involves actual danger to you, the examiner, the public or property a serious fault – something potentially dangerous a driving fault – this is not potentially dangerous, but if you keep making the same fault, it could become a serious fault Pass mark You’ll pass your driving test if you make: no more than 15 driving faults (sometimes called ‘minors’) no serious or dangerous faults (sometimes called ‘majors’) If you pass your test The examiner will: tell you what faults you made, if any give you a pass certificate ask you if you want your full licence to be sent to you automatically – give the examiner your provisional licence if you want to do this Apply for your full driving licence within 2 years of passing your test if you do not want to get your licence automatically. When you can start driving You can start driving straight away when you’ve passed your test. You do not need to wait for your full licence to arrive. Contact DVLA if your full licence has not arrived 3 weeks after you applied for it. If you do not pass The examiner will tell you what faults you made. You have to book another test and pay again. You have to choose a date at least 10 working days away. Appeal your driving test You can appeal if you think your examiner did not follow the regulations when they carried out your test. Your test result cannot be changed, but you might get a free retest if your appeal is successful. How to appeal Contact your local magistrate’s court within 6 months to appeal in England and Wales. If you live in Scotland, contact your local sheriff’s court within 21 days. If you are interested in learning to drive then please call Simon at 4front Driving School on 07905657229 Or visit our website on http://www.4frontdrivingschool.co.uk You can email 4frontdrivingschool@gmail.com Or visit our Facebook Page at http://www.facebook.com/4frontdrivingschool

Driving In Fog The RAC say’Fog lights need to be used at the right times to combat reduced visibility, otherwise you could be a danger to yourself and other drivers. Using them at the right time should aid safe driving but using them at the wrong time could mean you are breaking the law and endangering other drivers. To help motorists stay as safe as possible we have put together a guide of useful information on how to drive in fog and when to use your fog lights.’ You should familiarize yourself with the foglight controls and learn how to turn them on and off correctly. You will need your dipped headlights on before you can turn on your front or rear fog lights. Not all cars have front fog lights, it depends on the make, model and specifications of the car. The rear fog light is more important as its important for other drivers to see you. This concept follows suit if other drivers turn theirs on correctly too and therefore you can see them more easily.Extract Taken From ‘The Highway Code’- You MUST use headlights when visibility is seriously reduced, generally when you cannot see for more than 100 metres (328 feet). You may also use front or rear fog lights but you MUST switch them off when visibility improves (see Rule 236). Law RVLR regs 25 & 27 Fog (234 to 236) 234 Before entering fog check your mirrors then slow down. If the word ‘Fog’ is shown on a roadside signal but the road is clear, be prepared for a bank of fog or drifting patchy fog ahead. Even if it seems to be clearing, you can suddenly find yourself in thick fog. 235 When driving in fog you should use your lights as required (see Rule 226) keep a safe distance behind the vehicle in front. Rear lights can give a false sense of security be able to pull up well within the distance you can see clearly. This is particularly important on motorways and dual carriageways, as vehicles are travelling faster use your windscreen wipers and demisters beware of other drivers not using headlights not accelerate to get away from a vehicle which is too close behind you check your mirrors before you slow down. Then use your brakes so that your brake lights warn drivers behind you that you are slowing down stop in the correct position at a junction with limited visibility and listen for traffic. When you are sure it is safe to emerge, do so positively and do not hesitate in a position that puts you directly in the path of approaching vehicles. 236 You MUST NOT use front or rear fog lights unless visibility is seriously reduced (see Rule 226) as they dazzle other road users and can obscure your brake lights. You MUST switch them off when visibility improves. Law RVLR regs 25 & 27 Fog can be a dangerous weather related driving condition for both new and experienced drivers. Fog has the potential to reduce visibility significantly, so it is critical that drivers stay focused on the road in order to stay safe. Foggy conditions neede your undivided attention, so try to reduce any possible distractions by turning your music down and reduce distracting conversations to improve your attention on the road ahead. It’s not a wrong decision to stay off the road completely until the weather clears, but inevitably people have places to be and commitments to fulfill. Slow things down, driving at normal speeds in fog can be very dangerous. Be sure to slow down so you have more time to react if traffic stops or other hazards appear. When visibility is severely limited, find a safe place to park, away from the road, and wait for the conditions to improve. Always use your dipped headlights, never full beam in foggy conditions as fog consists of tiny water droplets that spread and reflect light. Remember to still turn on your dipped headlights to help other drivers see you. If you are interested in learning to drive then please call Simon at 4front Driving School on 07905657229 Or visit our website on http://www.4frontdrivingschool.co.uk You can email 4frontdrivingschool@gmail.com Or visit our Facebook Page at http://www.facebook.com/4frontdrivingschool LABELS: 4FRONT DRIVING SCHOOLDRIVING IN THE FOGDRIVING INSTRUCTOR LOUGHBOROUGHDRIVING LESSONS LOUGHBOROUGHDRIVING SCHOOL LOUGHBOROUGHFOGLOCAL DRIVING SCHOO

Choosing the right pair of shoes to drive in can make or break a lesson, test or driving experience. You need to be able to feel the pedals, apply pressure with comfort, not get your feet caught and most importantly have shoes that allow you be and feel in control. There is of course a lot of other things to consider when learning to drive, but this blog focuses on the importance of choosing the correct shoes before you get behind the wheel and in turn avoiding any stress or difficulty caused by having the wrong pair. It may sound cringey but making the correct decision is important, there are indeed many does and don’ts, which is why we have put together this handy learners guide to driving shoes. Check your soles The sole of the shoe in question is vitally important when selecting the right pair for driving. You will want to make sure that the shoes’ sole is neither too thick nor too thin. When driving you want the right balance of feel on the pedals and protection for your feet, so void anything overly cumbersome and any items that are too soft/flexible. Grip Making sure that your selected pair of shoes have enough grip is another key consideration. The last thing you want when taking to the open road — especially in your early days — is to not feel in control or secure. Finding a pair of shoes with the right amount of grip will therefore help you to avoid slipping on the pedals. Lightweight to enable movement When operating the pedals you will want to be agile enough to move swiftly between the pedals. Therefore you will want to find shoes that are lightweight, and that don’t hinder ankle movement when working the pedals. The goal here is ease of movement; this should be reflected in your choice of shoe. Avoid heels – good feel is key In life most of us tend to go for fashion over function, and shoes tend to be some of our favourite accessories. There is nothing wrong with that but when driving you will do well to consider what is practical. For example, avoiding heels when getting behind the wheel, and soles that are over 10mm, will provide better touch and feel for your feet, ridding yourself of obstruction to operate pedals safely and properly. Avoid overly wide shoes Different cars have different pedal shapes, but these instruments of propulsion are always there so you will want to wear shoes that are not overly wide as to cause you to step on two pedals at once. This can have obvious negative repercussions that all drivers will want to avoid. So keep those clown shoes at home. If you wish to learn to drive then please call Simon at 4front Driving School on 07905657229 Or visit our website on http://www.4frontdrivingschool.co.uk  You can email 4frontdrivingschool@gmail.com Or visit our Facebook Page at http://www.facebook.com/4frontdrivingschool LABELS: 4FRONT DRIVING SCHOOLDRIVING INSTRUCTOR LOUGHBOROUGHDRIVING LESSONS LOUGHBOROUGHDRIVING SCHOOL LOUGHBOROUGHSHOES FOR DRIVING

Choosing the right pair of shoes to drive in can make or break a lesson, test or driving experience. You need to be able to feel the pedals, apply pressure with comfort, not get your feet caught and most importantly have shoes that allow you be and feel in control. There is of course a lot of other things to consider when learning to drive, but this blog focuses on the importance of choosing the correct shoes before you get behind the wheel and in turn avoiding any stress or difficulty caused by having the wrong pair. It may sound cringey but making the correct decision is important, there are indeed many does and don’ts, which is why we have put together this handy learners guide to driving shoes. Check your soles The sole of the shoe in question is vitally important when selecting the right pair for driving. You will want to make sure that the shoes’ sole is neither too thick nor too thin. When driving you want the right balance of feel on the pedals and protection for your feet, so void anything overly cumbersome and any items that are too soft/flexible. Grip Making sure that your selected pair of shoes have enough grip is another key consideration. The last thing you want when taking to the open road — especially in your early days — is to not feel in control or secure. Finding a pair of shoes with the right amount of grip will therefore help you to avoid slipping on the pedals. Lightweight to enable movement When operating the pedals you will want to be agile enough to move swiftly between the pedals. Therefore you will want to find shoes that are lightweight, and that don’t hinder ankle movement when working the pedals. The goal here is ease of movement; this should be reflected in your choice of shoe. Avoid heels – good feel is key In life most of us tend to go for fashion over function, and shoes tend to be some of our favourite accessories. There is nothing wrong with that but when driving you will do well to consider what is practical. For example, avoiding heels when getting behind the wheel, and soles that are over 10mm, will provide better touch and feel for your feet, ridding yourself of obstruction to operate pedals safely and properly. Avoid overly wide shoes Different cars have different pedal shapes, but these instruments of propulsion are always there so you will want to wear shoes that are not overly wide as to cause you to step on two pedals at once. This can have obvious negative repercussions that all drivers will want to avoid. So keep those clown shoes at home. If you wish to learn to drive then please call Simon at 4front Driving School on 07905657229 Or visit our website on http://www.4frontdrivingschool.co.uk You can email 4frontdrivingschool@gmail.com Or visit our Facebook Page at http://www.facebook.com/4frontdrivingschool #4frontDrivingSchool #DrivingInstructorLoughborough #shoesfordriving #DrivingSchoolLoughborough #DrivingLessonsLoughborough

Driving In the Rain Use Your Windscreen Wipers and know how to use them for maximum affect. While this may seem like common sense, some people forget to clear their windscreens enough this reduceing their visibility. Mske sure you turn on your windscreen wipers in light rain. Most cars’ windscreen wipers speed is adjustable to clear moisture from the glass in a light mist or in a heavy downpour. Most modern cars even have automatic wiper settings that can sense when it is raining, how heavy the rain is and how fast they need to operate. Turn On Your HeadlightsBy turning on your vehicle’s headlights it will increase both your own visibility and other drivers’ ability to see your car on the road. When it rains it tends to be darker outside and visibility is then reduced. Maintain a Safe Distance Between You and Other Vehicles Keep a greater distance between your vehicle and the car in front of you. Stopping your vehicle may require twice the stopping distance when it rains. Double if not triple the following distance between your car and the vehicle ahead of you. Avoid Heavy Braking Braking heavily in the rain risks skidding and losing control of the vehicle. Try to slow down your vehicle by taking your foot off the accelerator earlier than you normally would in preparation to slow down or stop, this will reduce the need to brake so hard. Watch Out For Surface Water Driving through large puddles can cause aquaplaning to occur. Aquaplaning occurs when a layer of water builds between the wheels of the vehicle and the road surface, leading to a loss of traction that prevents the vehicle from responding to control inputs. To avoid aquaplaning, plan ahead and react to surface water build up by driving around the situation EG: by changing lanes or safely steering around such areas. Let Off The Gas When Hydroplaning Hydroplaning is one of the most common car accidents in the rain because drivers can lose control. If your car hydroplanes, calmly take your foot off the accelerator and steer in the direction that the front of your car needs to go. Avoid making sudden turns or slamming on your brakes. Ventilate Your Car Make sure you keep your windscreen clean, clear and streak free. Do the same for all your other windows and don’t forget your mirrors. This will help to avoid any increased glare. Condensation is more likely to build up in damp conditions so you will need to consider using your front and rear de-misters. If you have air conditioning it may be worth keeping it on when it’s raining as it will circulate dry air rather than damp air, keeping the humidity level low. Also if you have heated wing mirrors then this function will help keep them clear when it’s raining as it will dry off any damp build up of rain droplets – in turn improving your visibility. The Highway Code says Rule 227 Wet weather. In wet weather, stopping distances will be at least double those required for stopping on dry roads (see ‘Typical stopping distances’). This is because your tyres have less grip on the road. In wet weather you should keep well back from the vehicle in front. This will increase your ability to see and plan ahead if the steering becomes unresponsive, it probably means that water is preventing the tyres from gripping the road. Ease off the accelerator and slow down gradually the rain and spray from vehicles may make it difficult to see and be seen be aware of the dangers of spilt diesel that will make the surface very slippery (see Annex 6: Vehicle maintenance, safety and security) take extra care around pedestrians, cyclists, motorcyclists and horse riders.

At 4front Driving School we believe that it is important to get experience in a range of different driving conditions when you are learning to drive. Night time driving (driving in the dark) is one of them and we encourage learners to gain experience in these dark conditions. To drive safely in the dark you need to consider some important steps to make the experience less daunting so that you not only feel safer but become a safe driver in the dark. Make sure you keep your windscreen clean, clear and streak free. Do the same for all your other windows and don’t forget your mirrors. This will help to avoid any increased glare and condensation build up. To reduce condensation build up in damp conditions try using the air conditioning, it won’t make the car cold if the heat setting is correct but instead will circulate dry air around the interior of the car. Don’t dazzle other drivers – dip your lights when faced with another road users. If you need to use your full beam such as down a dark country road, then make sure it is switched off when approaching any oncoming vehicles or if you are following a vehicle. Help drivers see you in twilight by turning your headlights on before sunset and keeping them on during sunrise. Some cars have auto lights so why not take advantage of it if you have this option. Be aware that other road users, it will be hard at first to judge your position between vehicles if you have not driven in the dark before so be prepared to give them more space. Be more observant and watch out for pedestrians. Too many people wear dark clothes at night and it therefore making it harder to spot them. So keep scanning the pavements and road ahead of you for any pedestrians that could potentially pose a risk. If you feel your dashboard lights are too glaring it may be worth choosing a setting suitable for night time. By dimming your dashboard lights it will reduce the reflections and avoid any impact on your vision of the road ahead. If you wish to book a driving lesson with 4front Driving School or just want to find out more, then please fill out our online enquiry form at https://www.4frontdrivingschool.co.uk/driving-lessons-in-loughborough Or call Simon on 07905657229 You can email 4frontdrivingschool@gmail.com We offer tailor made driving lessons in and around Loughborough. Check out our google reviews https://g.co/kgs/CUaHs8