When it comes to driving, you really need to make sure that you keep your utmost concentration at all times. This can be easier said that done however, with all of the various distractions that can occur at any time when you are out and about behind the wheel.

One distraction that you definitely don’t need however – And one that you are in full control of too – Is the cleanliness of your car. Over time, cars can collect all manner of junk and rubbish, from empty drinks bottles and cans to fast food wrappers and much more, but this mess is likely to offer more of a distraction to your driving – Besides, no-one really likes sitting in a messy car, do they?

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Learning to drive can be a long, arduous process. From the moment you book your first driving lesson, all the way through your Theory Test and Practical Test until you become a fully qualified driver, there are various trials and tribulations and obstacles to overcome on the way to getting onto the road.

Unfortunately we find many of those who struggle with learning to drive often find it easier to give up part way through the learning curve. Whilst it might be tempting to save money and time, and to avoid the challenges of driving lessons and tests, we cannot stress enough how important it is to keep trying and trying, no matter how hard it seems – One day it will all be worth it.

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When you’re driving on the roads amongst traffic, you need to make sure that you are driving both cautiously and in a considerate way. This means that you need to think about other drivers as well as yourself, and drive with due care and attention, and try your best to communicate effectively with other road users.

The main way you can do this is by using your indicators. All too often we see drivers turning without warning, with no indication of their planned manoeuvre, which can be dangerous for the drivers behind as they have to react quickly. Likewise, make sure to cancel your indicators after turning into junctions, to avoid giving any mixed signals to other drivers.

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A lot of factors can influence how well you drive (Or how badly!), from your experience behind the wheel to your familiarity with the car you are in, to even how well or how alert you feel on the day – Believe us, we have seen some great drivers under-perform simply because of having a cold or being tired!

Although we all know good observation is key when driving, one thing many people miss is the importance of listening when driving. Can you heard road works ahead? Better expect some traffic. Is there a siren in the distance behind you? Start planning to move your car safely out of the way of an emergency vehicle. Is the other half shouting that you missed the turning? Well, maybe you should have been listening.

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There are many things that driving test examiners will be looking for when you are sitting the practical test. Amongst these are elements such as good control of the car, including the accelerator, clutch, brakes and gears, and good understanding of road signs, and especially the vital factor of good observation.

As it turns out, poor observation is actually one of the things most people will fail their test for. Bear this in mind when practising for the practical test, and try to challenge yourself to improve your observation with each mock test – And good luck for the test!

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There are few as daunting prospects in life as learning to drive. From booking the first driving lesson, all the way through practising your manoeuvres and eventually booking the practical test, there are quite a few obstacles in the way for learner drivers.

One such speed-bump on the road to becoming a qualified driver is passing the driving theory test – Although the key to this is surprisingly simple: Practise. The old cliche rings true here, as the more practise you have on your theory, the more likely you are to pass – Simple!

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For the most part, driving a car is not actually that difficult. Of course, there is a learning curve associated with picking up the basics, and eventually mastering skills such as the more advanced manoeuvres to the level required to pass the driving test, but actually making the car move is relatively easy.

The hard part is learning to drive amongst other road users. Nowhere is this more important than at road junctions – When you need to watch out for drivers pulling out in front of you unexpectedly, or to keep an eye open for a safe gap in the traffic for you to pull out without any danger to yourself or others.

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We’ve all been there – After a long day at work, stuck in mind-numbing traffic on the commute back home, looking forward to getting a good night’s rest… Slowly, the mind wanders away from the road, as you gradually begin to succumb to driving fatigue.

Unfortunately that is all it takes to have a life-changing accident. Falling asleep at the wheel is one of the biggest dangers that could happen to any motorist, as it renders the driver entirely incapable behind the wheel, endangering their own lives, as well as those of their passengers and other road users. If you do start to feel tired behind the wheel, make sure to pull over in the first safe place to rest until fully awake, or have a strong cup of coffee before setting off again.

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There are a variety of factors that influence how well (or badly) you drive. For starters, the amount of experience you have behind the wheel is a huge factor in your driving skill, as is your physical condition whenever you are driving – Try not to drive when ill, tired, dehydrated, and especially if you have been drinking!

One obvious factor many people miss is the clothing they wear when driving. Many women still attempt to drive when wearing high heels, and we have seen more than one occasion of loose and baggy items of clothing becoming caught on gear sticks or indicator switches – So if you’re going to be driving, make sure you are dressed correctly for the activity.

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Struggling to come up with a good idea for a gift for a friend or family member for an upcoming birthday? Or does your other half want to start learning to drive, but has not yet made the first step? Then think about getting them driving lessons as a gift.

Learning to drive can be a rewarding experience, and if the recipient is nervous about finally getting around to starting driving lessons, don’t worry, we have lots of experience with nervous drivers and we are certain we can soon turn even the most apprehensive pupil into a confident driving machine – And don’t forget, we also offer Gift Vouchers for driving lessons!

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