How many driving lessons will i need?
According to the DVSA, most people have had about 47 hours of professional driving tuition plus 20 hours of private practice before they pass their practical driving test. This is a national average for 17-23yr olds. It will be easier and quicker in rural areas and harder in and around
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Sorry mate, i didn’t see you there
Do we always see those around us? How much does our environment register? What draws our eyes to dangers or distractions? Bearing in mind that actually seeing what you are doing is essential when driving, are you aware of saccadic masking? If you remember the advert ‘Think once, think twice,
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Dutch Reach
Using the Dutch Reach is straightforward – simply open your car door with the hand that is furthest from the door. e.g. as a driver uses your left hand, as a passenger use your right hand.. It will force you to turn your body more, so you’re much more likely
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Refresher Driving Courses
Want to become a more confident driver? Or perhaps you’re just a little out of practice? My courses for full licence holders can set you on the road to being at ease and in control behind the wheel. Build your own course: I am happy to give bespoke training for
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Parking Tickets, 10 mins Grace
As of the 6 April 2015 the law requires that a penalty charge notice (PCN) must not be issued to a vehicle which has stayed parked in a designated parking place on or off street (council run car parks) beyond the permitted parking period for a period of time not
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