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A Driving School car is especially used for training the next generation of drivers. You might have come across one recently in your daily commute, trip to the shops or day out with the family. It is identifiable by the clearly-visible big L in bright red. Driving instructors go through a very thorough training and qualification process (only around 21% of people who train to become a fully qualified driving instructor actually manage to qualify) and have to undergo regular assessments to enable us to teach people the valuable skill of learning to drive. Here in the UK, thanks in part to the skills and professionalism of our Approved Driving Instructors, we have one of the best road safety records in the world. If you’ve ever been ‘stuck’ behind a learner driver then you must have been driving a car, so congratulations on passing your test when you did, surely you must remember what it was like learning to drive. This might be the very first time on a main road for this learner after they’ve spent a number of hours on very quiet side streets. It might be that they’re practising a scenario that has in the past been difficult for them. They might be on a mock test getting ready for their practical test. They might even be on their test right now, you just don’t know. What you can be certain of though is that their instructor is helping them to achieve the standards required of all drivers in UK law. If you don’t like 20mph or 30mph speed limits, if you think red traffic lights are only advisory, if you think they should have given way to you despite the give way line applying to your vehicle then I’m sorry, but there is nothing that the instructor will do about it. Beeping your horn, acting aggressively , driving erratically around the learner isn’t helping them learn anything; other than how not to do things, and it CERTAINLY won’t make the instructor or examiner say to their pupil, “actually, this guy’s beeped at us so just put your foot down here and ignore those speed bumps”. Please keep a safe distance (2 seconds in good conditions, 4 seconds on wet roads if you’re interested) and you’ll find that the learner will soon turn off this road or pull up. You’ll be interested to note that whilst you’re “stuck” behind a learner your fuel economy will be better and you’ll flow through traffic a lot smoother than driving a full throttle everywhere; just saying. Give learners a little respect; they’re all trying really hard and they’ll be out of your way at the next junction. If you are courteous to learner drivers and appreciate the skill and professionalism of our ADIs, then on behalf of all of us I thank you. You really do make our lives in the passenger seat a lot easier. #4frontDrivingSchool #drivinglessonsinloughborough

Today (25 July 2019) Highway Code rule 258 has been updated to provide details about red ‘x’ signs on motorways. The amends are: Red flashing lights. If red lights flash on a signal and a red “X” is showing, you MUST NOT drive in the lane shown as closed beyond the signal. This applies until you pass another signal indicating that the lane is no longer closed, by displaying the word “End” or a speed limit sign and you are sure that it is safe to proceed. Red flashing lights. If red lights flash on a signal in the central reservation or on the side of the road and lane closed sign is showing, you MUST NOT go beyond the signal in any lane. Read the full changes: https://www.gov.uk/guidance/the-highway-code/motorways-253-to-273#rule258 https://www.facebook.com/277733168934636/posts/2879789735395620/ #4frontDrivingSchool #learn2drivewithsimon #highwaycode #drivinglessonsinloughborough #changestothehighwaycode #xsign

Music creates moods, relaxes the mind and motivates performance. Did you know? Did you know that you can request music in the background during your driving test? Music can calm your nerves. “Music can calm your nerves, you don’t have to talk to the examiner, it breaks the silence and can help you focus, choose music wisely, calming, that hits the spot that is non offensive.”​ Be prepared and plan your test. “Plan what you want out of it, plan your playlist, know how to turn on and set up the music before you set off at a sensible non distracting volume.”​ #4frontDrivingSchool #calmingnervesdrivingtest #canyourequestmusicinyourdrivingtest #musicdrivingtest

What is a mock test? A mock driving test is a practice run of the real thing. Your instructor will start the lesson in the same way an examiner would start the test and assess you with feedback using a copy of the marking sheet used by the examiner. They’ll explain how the mock test works, what they’ll be assessing you on and what you’ll be required to do during the drive. What is the point? A mock test is a great way for you and your instructor to see how well you have progressed and gives you some realistic feedback including some targets to set for your next lesson or next mock test. You need to show your instructor that you can get a good score in a mock test – enough to get a good pass on the day. What if I don’t do well? You should not expect your first mock test to be perfect. It is a way for you to reflect back on your performance and come up with ideas with your instructor as to how you will improve on your faults next time round. When am I going to be ready for the real thing? Everybody is different, some progress at a quick pace, others need more time working on one problem at a time. You need to be in agreement with your instructor that you are ready to take your test, that once you have passed you will be a safe and competent driver who does not rely on any help. https://simonh731.wixsite.com/driving-test #Mockdrivingtest #4frontDrivingSchool #bestdrivingtestapp #drivinglessonsinloughborough #whatisamocktest #Mocktests #howtopassmydrivingtest #DrivingTest

Watch what others do Be critical Watching friends, family or coleagues driving can help you decifer right from wrong. What mistakes are they making, how should they do it? What would you do in that situation? #4frontDrivingSchool #learnhowtodrive #drivinglessonsinloughborough #observeothersmistakes #watchwhatothersdo

Here is a list of expectations you should be able to tick before taking your test. Smooth driving, Smooth gear changing, Early braking, Smooth braking, Good all round observation, Regular mirror checks, Keeping to the speed limit, Making progress, Avoiding unnecessary hesitation, Planning ahead, Control pulling away, Keeping up to the speed of the vehicles in front, Reacting to all hazards and situations, Good lane discipline, Not going above the speed limit, Responding to road markings, Reading and responding road signs accordingly, Reacting correctly to traffic lights, Reacting to vehicles in front, #4frontDrivingSchool #getbetteratdriving #drivinglessonsinloughborough #ticksheet #howtopassmydrivingtest #expectations

What are the benefits of learning to drive when you are young? There are many benefits of learning to drive when you are young from getting to places quicker, giving you more freedom, increasing your employability, improving your social status and most importantly your independence. If the cost of running a car worry you – write down some figures and plan how you might fund things. Yes it does cost money to learn and yes it does cost money to run and insure a car. But learning when you are young you don’t have commitments such as mortgages, bills, rent etc so your outgoings are less. If you have to add this on later in life it can be more inconvenient. Read on to find out how to budget for your lessons, car insurance etc. IT  CAN SAVE YOU TIME Leaning to drive at a young age you have more time on your hands – free periods at college or Uni, evenings and weekends with no commitments, mortgage or bills to pay. Then to pass at a young age will have so many great benefits. Getting anywhere when not driving can be time-consuming. In most situations, you have to beg for a lift preferably from friends or family, otherwise your on your bike. Public transport is quite inconvenient and expensive. Knowing how to drive and having a vehicle will help a lot in saving your time. GIVES YOU FREEDOM You don’t want to have to depend on people for a ride – Being able to drive means it is easy to get anywhere you want without being reliant. You can earn petrol money from your friends too when going out to places. MAKES YOU MORE EMPLOYABLE Being able to drive opens the door to greater job opportunities as well as making it more accessible to reach jobs in destinations that are harder to get to on foot or public transport. It can help you secure an employment opportunity especially when they require you to hold a clean driving license. Its satisfying knowing that you can be sent out to do things on your own as long you can drive responsibly. IMPROVES YOUR SOCIAL STATUS Friends look up to you when you have a car and can drive. Learning how to drive and having your own vehicle makes you feel more useful to the society by helping people and lending your vehicle. One usually gains respect when doing all these. GREATER CONVENIENCE Learning how to drive is convenience building – you have achieved something, have a license, out on the road. This can make you feel great about yourself and what you could achieve. GIVES YOU YOUR INDEPENDENCE Learning how to drive nowadays is somehow a mark of maturity and independence. One can simply go anywhere they feel like without boundaries. The world is a much bigger place when you can get out on the road. ADVANTAGES OF MOVING AND TRANSPORTING Moving objects from one place to another is one hell of a task. Owning a vehicle, on the other hand, makes it easy to move objects and you can benefit from getting paid by others to help them move things for them or even sign up to courier companies like amazon and earn in your free time. HOW TO BUDGET FOR IT You will need to think of a few things to budget for your lessons, buying your car, running and insuring your car. Lessons – you will probably need 40+ hours of lessons to be test ready – Offers on lessons can save money like buying 10 lesson bundles upfront. Cheap lessons on the other hand don’t mean that you will get a good instructor or a good car to learn in. There is usually a catch. Here are some things you may want to research before purchasing a car or deciding if you go for new or used. Buying your first car – New – no MOT for 3 years, warranty for 3 years +, some come with free insurance and can sometimes be haggled for a sale. This can also be achieved on leasing or hire purchase. You can then change the car every so many years and have a set amount to budget for each month. Yearly service usually required. Insurance may be higher because of the value of the car. Road Tax (Some are exempt – low emissions or electric) Breakdown cover (Sometimes is free and included in warranty) Buy an older car – MOT each year £30+ (Also any repairs needed) Risk of breaking downYearly service – fees vary.Maintenance and repairs. Insurance may be cheaper because of the value of the car.Road Tax (Some are exempt – low emissions or electric) Breakdown cover (Overall the monthly outgoings may vary because of unpredictable maintenance costs) #4frontDrivingSchool #learn2drivewithsimon #drivinglessonsinloughborough #benefitsoflearningtodrivewhenyouareyoung #www4frontdrivingschoolcouk