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Driving Test Tips

Kev & Tracey Field - Confident Drivers
Driving Test Tips
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11 episodes

  • Driving Test Tips

    Driving Test tips - 10. Not keeping control of the vehicle during reverse parking

    09/12/2022 | 6 mins.
    In this episode, Kev and Tracey talk about not having control of the vehicle when reversing, one of the top ten reasons people fail their driving test.
    We chat about the following:
    Examples of not being in control while reversing
    Parallel parking problems
    Bay parking problems

    While listening to this episode, ask yourself:
    Do you feel in control of the vehicle when reversing?
    What could you do to practise the skills you need to correct when things go wrong?
    Is your car parked or dumped when you reverse?

    The Ready to Pass campaign has been created to help ensure that you have prepared sufficiently for your driving test in response to the current pass rate, which has a 47% success rate.
    Go to https://readytopass.campaign.gov.uk for more information about the campaign.

    Find out more about how we can help transform the way you feel about driving and follow us on social media:
    Three levels of help on the Confident Drivers website:
    If you are looking for some free tools and advice, head to our free tools page, where you can sign up for our 10-day driving test nerves course and request our Confident Driver coaching wheel.
    Free tools on our website: https://www.confidentdrivers.co.uk/freetools
    Are you ready to stop the search on social media and start taking action to overcome your driving concerns? Our Nervous Drivers Calming Kit has the online tools and video guides you need to master your driving anxiety. Get immediate access, starting from just £27
    Nervous Drivers Calming Kit: https://www.confidentdrivers.co.uk/nervous-drivers-calming-kit
    Do you know that you would like some individual support from us, to create a personalised plan with our help and added accountability to take action? Then our Driving Confidence coaching will help, starting from just £67 for two coaching sessions.
    One-to-One Driving Confidence Coaching:
    https://www.confidentdrivers.co.uk/one-to-one-plan

    Follow or contact us on Social Media:
    Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/confidentdriver/
    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/confidentdrivers/
    YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCtVucIvyC_2AX33zNL7-yoQ
    Podcast Newsletter
    If you would like us to keep you up to date with our weekly Driving Confidence podcast episodes click the most appropriate link for you:
    Individual drivers
    Driving Instructors
    Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
  • Driving Test Tips

    Driving Test tips - 9. Not having control of the vehicle when moving off

    25/11/2022 | 7 mins.
    In this episode, Kev and Tracey talk about not having control of the vehicle when moving off, one of the top ten reasons people fail their driving test.
    We chat about the following:
    Examples of not being in control of the vehicle
    When stalling can lead to test failure
    Different situations when this can be a problem

    While listening to this episode, ask yourself:
    Do you feel in control of the vehicle when moving off?
    What could you do to practise the skills you need to feel more in control?

    The Ready to Pass campaign has been created to help ensure that you have prepared sufficiently for your driving test in response to the current pass rate, which has a 47% success rate.
    Go to https://readytopass.campaign.gov.uk for more information about the campaign.

    Find out more about how we can help transform the way you feel about driving and follow us on social media:
    Three levels of help on the Confident Drivers website:
    If you are looking for some free tools and advice, head to our free tools page, where you can sign up for our 10-day driving test nerves course and request our Confident Driver coaching wheel.
    Free tools on our website: https://www.confidentdrivers.co.uk/freetools
    Are you ready to stop the search on social media and start taking action to overcome your driving concerns? Our Nervous Drivers Calming Kit has the online tools and video guides you need to master your driving anxiety. Get immediate access, starting from just £27
    Nervous Drivers Calming Kit: https://www.confidentdrivers.co.uk/nervous-drivers-calming-kit
    Do you know that you would like some individual support from us, to create a personalised plan with our help and added accountability to take action? Then our Driving Confidence coaching will help, starting from just £67 for two coaching sessions.
    One-to-One Driving Confidence Coaching:
    https://www.confidentdrivers.co.uk/one-to-one-plan

    Follow or contact us on Social Media:
    Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/confidentdriver/
    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/confidentdrivers/
    YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCtVucIvyC_2AX33zNL7-yoQ
    Podcast Newsletter
    If you would like us to keep you up to date with our weekly Driving Confidence podcast episodes click the most appropriate link for you:
    Individual drivers
    Driving Instructors
    Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
  • Driving Test Tips

    Driving Test tips - 8. Not responding correctly to traffic signs

    18/11/2022 | 9 mins.
    In this episode, Kev and Tracey talk about not responding correctly to traffic signs, one of the top ten reasons people fail their driving test.

    We chat about the following:
    Examples of traffic signs that people commonly get wrong on their tests:
    Not returning to the left-hand lane after overtaking
    Not stopping at a stop junction
    Entering a no-entry junction (such as a one-way street)
    Driving in a bus lane at a restricted time
    Going ahead at a roundabout from a dedicated left turn lane
    Not adhering to speed limit signs

    While listening to this episode, ask yourself:
    Have you ever seen others make the mistakes we discussed?
    How well do you know your local area, stop junctions, no-entry roads, and bus lane times? Have you done your research?

    The Ready to Pass campaign has been created to help ensure that you have prepared sufficiently for your driving test in response to the current pass rate, which has a 47% success rate.
    Go to https://readytopass.campaign.gov.uk for more information about the campaign.

    Find out more about how we can help transform the way you feel about driving and follow us on social media:
    Three levels of help on the Confident Drivers website:
    If you are looking for some free tools and advice, head to our free tools page, where you can sign up for our 10-day driving test nerves course and request our Confident Driver coaching wheel.
    Free tools on our website: https://www.confidentdrivers.co.uk/freetools
    Are you ready to stop the search on social media and start taking action to overcome your driving concerns? Our Nervous Drivers Calming Kit has the online tools and video guides you need to master your driving anxiety. Get immediate access, starting from just £27
    Nervous Drivers Calming Kit: https://www.confidentdrivers.co.uk/nervous-drivers-calming-kit
    Do you know that you would like some individual support from us, to create a personalised plan with our help and added accountability to take action? Then our Driving Confidence coaching will help, starting from just £67 for two coaching sessions.
    One-to-One Driving Confidence Coaching:
    https://www.confidentdrivers.co.uk/one-to-one-plan

    Follow or contact us on Social Media:
    Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/confidentdriver/
    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/confidentdrivers/
    YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCtVucIvyC_2AX33zNL7-yoQ
    Podcast Newsletter
    If you would like us to keep you up to date with our weekly Driving Confidence podcast episodes click the most appropriate link for you:
    Individual drivers
    Driving Instructors
    Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
  • Driving Test Tips

    Driving Test tips - 7. Poor positioning on the road during normal driving

    09/11/2022 | 6 mins.
    In this episode, Kev and Tracey talk about poor positioning on the road while driving, one of the top ten reasons people fail their driving test.

    We chat about:
    Common mistakes people make with their road position
    Examples of how to maintain a good road position on roads, dual carriageways and roundabouts

    While listening to this episode, ask yourself:
    Have you ever seen others make the mistakes we discussed?
    How conscious are you of your road positioning while driving?

    The Ready to Pass campaign has been created to help ensure that you have prepared sufficiently for your driving test in response to the current pass rate, which has a 47% success rate.
    Go to https://readytopass.campaign.gov.uk for more information about the campaign.

    Find out more about how we can help transform the way you feel about driving and follow us on social media:
    Three levels of help on the Confident Drivers website:
    If you are looking for some free tools and advice, head to our free tools page, where you can sign up for our 10-day driving test nerves course and request our Confident Driver coaching wheel.
    Free tools on our website: https://www.confidentdrivers.co.uk/freetools
    Are you ready to stop the search on social media and start taking action to overcome your driving concerns? Our Nervous Drivers Calming Kit has the online tools and video guides you need to master your driving anxiety. Get immediate access, starting from just £27
    Nervous Drivers Calming Kit: https://www.confidentdrivers.co.uk/nervous-drivers-calming-kit
    Do you know that you would like some individual support from us, to create a personalised plan with our help and added accountability to take action? Then our Driving Confidence coaching will help, starting from just £67 for two coaching sessions.
    One-to-One Driving Confidence Coaching:
    https://www.confidentdrivers.co.uk/one-to-one-plan

    Follow or contact us on Social Media:
    Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/confidentdriver/
    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/confidentdrivers/
    YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCtVucIvyC_2AX33zNL7-yoQ
    Podcast Newsletter
    If you would like us to keep you up to date with our weekly Driving Confidence podcast episodes click the most appropriate link for you:
    Individual drivers
    Driving Instructors
    Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
  • Driving Test Tips

    Driving Test Tips - 6. Not responding appropriately to traffic lights

    21/10/2022 | 11 mins.
    In this episode, Kev and Tracey talk about not responding appropriately to traffic lights, one of the top ten reasons people fail their driving test.

    We chat about:
    Common mistakes people make at traffic lights
    Examples of what to look for, and what to think about
    Resources available to make sure you know how to respond appropriately to traffic lights

    While listening to this episode, ask yourself:
    Have you ever seen others make the mistakes we discussed?
    Are there any problem spots in your local area that you can practice?

    The Official DVSA guide to driving - the essential skills
    Podcast - 5 Minute Theory
    The Ready to Pass campaign has been created to help ensure that you have prepared sufficiently for your driving test in response to the current pass rate, which has a 47% success rate.
    Go to https://readytopass.campaign.gov.uk for more information about the campaign.

    Find out more about how we can help transform the way you feel about driving and follow us on social media:
    Three levels of help on the Confident Drivers website:
    If you are looking for some free tools and advice, head to our free tools page, where you can sign up for our 10-day driving test nerves course and request our Confident Driver coaching wheel.
    Free tools on our website: https://www.confidentdrivers.co.uk/freetools
    Are you ready to stop the search on social media and start taking action to overcome your driving concerns? Our Nervous Drivers Calming Kit has the online tools and video guides you need to master your driving anxiety. Get immediate access, starting from just £27
    Nervous Drivers Calming Kit: https://www.confidentdrivers.co.uk/nervous-drivers-calming-kit
    Do you know that you would like some individual support from us, to create a personalised plan with our help and added accountability to take action? Then our Driving Confidence coaching will help, starting from just £67 for two coaching sessions.
    One-to-One Driving Confidence Coaching:
    https://www.confidentdrivers.co.uk/one-to-one-plan

    Follow or contact us on Social Media:
    Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/confidentdriver/
    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/confidentdrivers/
    YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCtVucIvyC_2AX33zNL7-yoQ
    Podcast Newsletter
    If you would like us to keep you up to date with our weekly Driving Confidence podcast episodes click the most appropriate link for you:
    Individual drivers
    Driving Instructors
    Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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About Driving Test Tips
This podcast is for learner drivers who want to understand and avoid the top ten reasons other people fail their driving tests. Co-hosted by Kev & Tracey Field from The Driving Confidence podcast, this is a stand-alone spin-off series of ten episodes. The DVSA publish that only 47% of people pass their driving test, giving the ten main reasons for learner drivers to fail, and so each episode in this series focuses on one main reason. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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