Turn in the road

Observations needed to complete.

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Hope the short video helps to show and explain the observations needed to complete the turn in the road manoeuvre.  

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Examiner strike

Driving examiner strike action: December 2015

Some driving examiners are planning to take strike action at various times from Tuesday 1 December until Friday 4 December 2015.

Some driving examiners who are members of the Public and Commercial Service (PCS) union are planning to take strike action. PCS has planned action at various times from Tuesday 1 December until Friday 4 December 2015. DVSA is doing all it can to make sure that tests go ahead as planned. Not all examiners are union members, and many test centres are expected to be operating as normal. You can read further information on GOV.UK www.drive-travis.co.uk

Examiner strike

Driving examiner strike: candidates advised to attend tests 

Driving examiners and vehicle examiners are planning to take strike action at various times on Thursday 19 and Friday 20 November 2015.

Some driving examiners who are members of the Public and Commercial Service union (PCS) are planning to take strike action on Thursday 19 and Friday 20 November 2015. Candidates advised to attend tests DVSA is doing all it can to make sure that driving tests go ahead as planned and recommends all candidates come for their test as usual If your pupil’s test is cancelled because of strike action, they won’t have to contact DVSA to rebook their appointment. DVSA will contact them with a new test appointment within 5 to 10 working days. Out-of-pocket expenses Your pupil can claim out-of-pocket expenses if their test is cancelled, but they must have turned up for their test in order to make this claim. If they don’t turn up, they’ll have to rebook their own test and they won’t be able to claim expenses. Find out how to claim out-of-pocket expenses Theory tests Theory tests aren’t affected by the strike action and will be taking place as planned.  www.drive-travis.co.uk

Choosing the right driving instructor

There are different ways to choosing your driving instructor, from recommendations to finding them on Google or YouTube.  The short video will help you to spot if you are being taught by a qualified driving instructor.

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Common faults on your driving test

Common mistakes on your driving video, test part 2.

This is a follow up from the first successful video.  Covering mistakes that learners tend to do on driving tests.  Hope these videos help you to improve your driving skills.

Safe driving

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Common reasons to fail your driving test.

No 1

1. Not acting correctly at road junctions 
Its essential that you use the Mirrors, Signal, Position, Speed and gears routine when you approach any kind of junction. Did you check that the new road was safe to drive into? That's essential when your turning either left or right. Was your speed on approach too high? If that was the case, then you might not have been able to stop if needed.

Review of the Hyundai i10

Hope you enjoy the car review.

Why are the driving test waiting times so long?

A short video to explain the waiting times for driving tests.

I hope the video helps to answer the question.  Check out my youtube channel for more helpful videos. https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC94rkNhixyVA2N_UYTQyVeg

Common mistakes on the driving test

Mistakes on the driving test. Part 1.

Hi a short video covering some of the most common mistakes that pupils make on the driving test.

Hope it helps you to become a better and safer driving.  If you find the video helpful, feel free to share and subscribe to my channel on youtube.

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Why should I continue my driving test if I think I failed?

I have done a short video talking about why you need to continue driving on your driving test, even if you think you have failed in the first few minutes.  Hope it helps.

If you like the video then check out my youtube channel with lots more help full videos and don't forget to share and like.  https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC94rkNhixyVA2N_UYTQyVeg

Safe driving.

Customer reviews when choosing your driving instructor

Customer reviews go a long way in making your choice on choosing which driving instructor.  You always ask your friends who is teaching them to drive and then you are looking up the instructor on either Facebook or on their website.  

This is mine  http://www.drive-travis.co.uk/apps/testimonials/

So its important for any driving instructor to display his/her customer reviews so you can see what their pupils are saying.  Which in turn reassures you that the choice you are making is the right one.   You will find that all good driving instructors will display with pride what their pupils have said.  

Good hunting when looking for your ideal instructor and remember you are the one choosing.

Safe driving

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Show me tell me video for Hyundai i20 for driving test

A short video on the show me tell me questions for the driving test.  The car is the Hyundai i20.

Show me tell me questions for the driving test

Part of your test includes a Show me, Tell Me' section. This is when your examiner will ask you one 'Show me' and one 'Tell me' question about general maintenance and safety checks on your car.

Tell Me Questions

Q1.Tell me how you would check the brakes are working before starting a journey

A1.Brakes should be tested as you set off by applying gentle pressure at slow speed. Brakes should not feel spongy or slack and the vehicle should not pull to one side.

Q2.Tell me where you would find the information for the recommended tyre pressures for this car and how tyre pressures should be checked

A2.In the manufacturerʼs guide, use a reliable pressure gauge, check and adjust pressures when tyres are cold, donʼt forget spare tyre, remember to refit valve caps.

Q3.Tell me how you would check the tyres to ensure that they have sufficient tread depth and that their general condition is safe to use on the road

A3.No cuts and bulges, 1.6mm of tread depth across the central 3⁄4 of the breadth of the tyre and around the entire outer circumference.

Q4.Tell me how you make sure your head restraint is correctly adjusted so it provides the best protection in the event of a crash

A4.Adjust the rigid part of the restraint so that it is close to the back of your head and level with your eyes or top of your ears

Q5.Tell me how you would check that the headlights & tail lights are working? (no need to exit the vehicle)

A5.Operate switch (turn on ignition if necessary), get somebody to walk round vehicle.

Q6.Tell me how you would know if there was a problem with your anti lock braking system

A6.The ABS warning light would become illuminated on the instrument panel if there is a fault

Q7.Open the bonnet, identify where you would check the engine oil level and tell me how you would check that the engine has sufficient oil

A7.Identify dipstick / oil level indicator, describe check of oil level against the minimum/ maximum markers.

Q8.Open the bonnet, identify where the brake fluid reservoir is and tell me how you would check that you have a safe level of hydraulic brake fluid

A8.Identify reservoir, check level against high/low markings.

Q9.Open the bonnet, identify where you would check the engine coolant level and tell me how you would check that the engine has the correct level

A9.Identify high/low level markings on header tank where fitted or radiator filler cap, and describe how to top up to correct level.

Q10.Open the bonnet, identify where the windscreen washer reservoir is and tell me how you would check the windscreen washer level

A10.Identify reservoir and explain how the washer fluid should be filled to a level between the min and max markers on the side of the reservoir or where there is no min/max marker to keep it topped up regularly.

Show Me Questions

Q11.Show me / explain how you would check that the power assisted steering is working before starting a journey

A11.If the steering becomes heavy the system may not be working properly. Before starting a journey two simple checks can be made. Gentle pressure on the steering wheel, maintained while the engine is started, should result in a slight but noticeable movement as the system begins to operate. Alternatively turning the steering wheel just after moving off will give an immediate indication that the power assistance is functioning.

Q12.Show me how you would check the parking brake (handbrake) for excessive wear, make sure you keep control of the vehicle

A12.Apply footbrake firmly, Demonstrate by applying parking brake so that when it is fully applied it secures itself, and is not at the end of the working travel.

Q13.Show me how you would check that the horn is working (off road only)

A13.Check is carried out by pressing gently on the control (turn on ignition if necessary)

Q14.Show me how you would check that the direction indicators are working

A14.Applying the indicators or hazard warning switch and check functioning of all indicators.

Q15.Show me how you would check that the brake lights are working on this car (I can assist you, if you need to switch the ignition on, please donʼt start the engine)

A15.Switch ignition on, operate brake pedal, make use of reflections in windows, garage doors etc, ask someone to help.

Q16.Show me how you would clean the windscreen using the windscreen washers and wipers

A16.Operate windscreen washer control button and then activate the windscreen wipers (turn on ignition if necessary).

Q17.Show me how you would set the demister controls to clear all the windows effectively, this should include both front and rear screens

A17.Set all relevant controls including air vents at both sides to point towards the side windows, use the control switch to direct hot air onto the windscreen then operate the fan, press the heated rear screen switch to clear the rear window

Q18.Show me how you would switch on the rear fog light(s) and explain when you would use it /them (no need to exit the vehicle)

A18.Operate the rear fog switch after switching on dipped headlights check switch is illuminated and explain that they should only be used when visibility is reduced to 100 metres or less

Q19.Show me how you would switch on your headlight from dipped to main beam and explain how you would know the main beam is on whilst inside the car

A19.Move the stalk attached to the steering column forwards which will illuminate a blue warning light on the instrument panel

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Driving licence checker

View or share your driving licence information

You can use this service to:

• view your driving record, eg vehicles you can drive
• check any penalty points or disqualifications you have 
• create a licence ‘check code’ to share your driving record with someone, eg a car hire company

The ‘check code’ will be valid for 21 days. 

You can’t use this service:

• if your licence was issued outside of England, Wales or Scotland
• to check the progress of a licence application
• to check historical information, eg expired penalty points

https://www.gov.uk/view-driving-licence

The last 10 driving test manoeuvres.

These are the manoeuvre that my pupils got on the last ten driving tests.
1 Turn in the road
2 Bay park + emergency stop
3 Turn in the road
4 Left Reverse + emergency stop
5 Bay park + emergency stop
6 Reverse park
7 Reverse park
8 Reverse park
9 Bay park + emergency stop
10 Left Reverse
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