Am I Ready For My Driving Test?
Am I ready for my driving test?We understand that many learners (maybe all?) just want to pass their driving test as quickly – and cheaply – as possible. Sometimes this can lead to a learner going for test before they are completely ready, leading to higher levels of anxiety and stress than can naturally be…
Read MoreShould I Buy or Lease My Instructor Car?
One of the most common questions we get asked as instructor trainers is regarding the relative benefits of choosing between buying or leasing a dual controlled car – should I buy or lease my instructor car? Our trainee instructors can start teaching learners of their own once they have completed a 40 hour training programme…
Read MoreDriving lessons given the go ahead to restart from July 4th
***DRIVING LESSONS TO RESTART FROM JULY 4TH** The government has given the go ahead for driving lessons to restart from Saturday 4th July. Whilst we are delighted that progress is being made to get learners back on the road, we were surprised at the suddenness of this announcement. To enable us to have as safe…
Read MoreChanges to the Theory Test
The Driving and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA) has announced some changes to the theory test that will take effect from April 14th 2020. This is only a minor change to the multiple choice questions however so there is no need for anyone to worry unduly. At present you get a ‘case study’ where you have…
Read MoreHow many hours do I need to pass my driving test?
This is probably the second most common question we get asked when someone contacts us to book lessons – the first being ‘how much will it cost?’ So how many driving lessons are you likely to need before you are ready for your driving test? The problem with answering this question without ever seeing anyone…
Read MoreWhy people fail their driving test – 2019 update
The Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA) has published its annual report of the top 10 reasons why people fail their driving test. The first five are all ‘non-movers’ from 2018! Poor observations at junctions Poor/no mirror use when changing direction Lack of steering control Poor judgment when turning right at a junction Failure to…
Read MoreThe top reasons for failing the driving test
The Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA) recently published its annual report on the top reasons for failing the driving test – this is covered in another blog post https://www.trainingwheelz.co.uk/reasons-people-fail-their-driving-test/. Many national newspapers however have latched on to the idea that (slightly) lower pass rates for the driving test in the last year are due…
Read MoreBecoming a Driving Instructor – Questions you need to ask
If you are considering a change of career to train as a driving instructor you need to some research and find out about the training establishments. Not all trainers are the same! If all you are doing is to compare on price alone then you may end up making. a very expensive mistake. Thousands…
Read MoreBe Your Own Boss!
BE YOUR OWN BOSS! Is this something you dream about? You CAN turn this into reality – and that moment could be NOW! Our PDIs (potential driving instructors) have many and varied reasons for training to become an instructor. Some are disillusioned with their current position and long for a change, some are facing redundancy,…
Read MoreBelt up and in the back too!
Whilst it is a legal requirement to wear a seat belt when travelling in a vehicle, sadly there are some people who, for whatever reason, do not do so. Using a three-point seat belt – the type in most cars where the belt goes across your lap and chest reduces the chances of being killed…
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