Here at Britannia, we like to think of ourselves as more than just a driving school – We consider ourselves an online community of learner drivers, driving instructors, and all-round lovers of everything driving-related. With this in mind, we welcome opinions of all natures regarding driving, good or bad!

So let us know your thoughts – How much do you enjoy driving? Is it an enjoyable pastime for you, or a daily chore for the morning commute? Do you look forward to Sunday driving, or are you happy to hang up your keys after being stuck behind the wheel all day?

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Of course, all of us want to pass first time on the driving test – However unfortunately, for many learner drivers attempting their practical tests, this may not be the case. The best we can do is try our best – And to identify where we may potentially go wrong.

There is no formula for passing the test – Every student is different, and so will each person who attempts the test may fail due to something different. So just pay attention on your lessons, listen your driving instructor – And do your best! We’re sure you will do fine!

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Happy Sunday everyone! We here at Britannia hope you are all having a pleasant weekend, and are looking forward to getting back into work bright and early tomorrow morning… Only joking!

Why not take some time today to go out for a Sunday drive? Jokes about Sunday drivers aside, it really is the best time of the week to enjoy a pleasant, relaxing drive away from rush hour traffic. Why not venture into the countryside, and explore some more scenic routes for a nice change?

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Have you recently passed your driving test? If so – Congratulations! We are glad to hear all of your hard work has finally paid off. You must be relieved to have achieved one of the greatest successes of your life, and looking forward to getting on the road in your very own car!

The first step however, is to buy the car. If you are not experienced with motor vehicles, why not take someone along to help you look over the car to make sure everything is in working order – And of course, always make sure to take it for a test drive first!

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We hope everyone has had a good week – And that we are all looking forward to the weekend! Whatever we are up to this Friday night, Saturday and Sunday, make sure you are going to be driving safe at all times!

Always take care when driving at nights, and if bad weather is forecast make sure to prepare adequately. Plan every journey in advance, keep your concentration at all times – And most of all, enjoy driving this weekend!

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Driving is a skill that requires full concentration at all times – It goes without saying that you should never sit behind the wheel under the influence of drink or drugs, and should do your best to avoid any distractions when driving.

The same goes for driving when tired – Being sleepy behind the wheel can be as dangerous as being intoxicated, as it lowers your response times and causes you to become less in control behind the wheel. If you do feel tired when driving, pull over as soon as possible in a safe place, drink some strong coffee and take a quick nap while you wait for the caffeine to kick in.

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Here at Britannia, a lot of the advice we post on our daily blog is in regards to driving safely in different circumstances. Of course, the safety of our pupils and instructors alike is a prime concern of ours, and should be taken very seriously.

Another factor to consider about driving safely is your passengers – Take their needs into account when you’re behind the wheel. Are they young or old, or perhaps they have a disability? Would erratic driving or speeding be likely to upset or put them at risk in any way?

Safe driving – As always – From Britannia!

One of the more difficult parts of the process of learning to drive is revising for your theory test – Especially for those of us who are glad to have left school to get away from revising for exams, this can be a particularly arduous task.

Our tip would be to break it down into smaller chunks – Maybe start by tackling the Highway Code, then come down to Hazard Perception and so on – Hopefully that helps to make it a little more interesting!

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Being able to drive is a very useful skill. Not only does it grant you the freedom of travelling around at your own leisure, it also opens you up to more practical uses – Aside from commuting to work and back, driving allows you to drive to the shops, carry out deliveries, and to move house much easier.

However if you are going to be using your car to move house, there are a few things to consider. Think about the size of your vehicle – Can your car fit the items inside that you are planning, and if so, can it take the additional weight? Also think about being able to see safely out of your mirrors, make sure you are not obstructing your vision!

Safe driving from Britannia!