There are many nerve-racking scenarios we can face whilst driving – Some of these might include coming up to traffic lights that are not working, or entering a motorway for the first time. But one event keeps drivers on the edge of their seat more than any other – Being pulled over by the police.

If this does happen, it is important to know what to do. Firstly, always remember to stay calm – Starting to panic will never help, and will just make you look suspicious. Remember it is possible that the police car is not even following you – So just pull over to the side of the road and let the officer pass, or pull up and approach you.

Always cooperate with the police officer in question, even if you believe you have been pulled over unfairly. Never get aggressive or argue – This will just make the situation worse for yourself. In most cases, it is just a routine check anyway, so don’t worry!

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There are any number of problems that can befall a modern motorist – From your car overheating to running out of petrol, or even your handbrake failing – You really need to be prepared for any eventuality.

However one event many drivers dread is puncturing a tyre, necessitating a tyre-change part-way through your journey. Whilst many of us may simple opt to call a parent or even roadside assistance, it is actually surprisingly easy to change a tyre.

Always make sure you are fully safe before attempting to change a tyre, such as parking in a safe space, rather than the hard shoulder – If possible, request the help of passengers or passers-by to assist – Why make things harder for yourself?

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As a driving school, we have seen all types of learner drives – From the young confident learners, to middle-ages drivers looking to brush up on their skills behind the wheel – But one type of learner we find to be very common is the nervous driver.

What many don’t realise is that some drivers can actually have a phobia of driving – Often this comes as a result of a traumatic incident from behind the wheel, such as a car accident at a young age, or a fear of the unknown aspects of driving. However don’t worry if this sounds like you – We can help you to beat your driving fears and become a confident enough driver to tackle these phobias!

Get in touch with us to find out more!

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Many of us will have pets, and those of us that are dog lovers will enjoy taking our favourite canines out for a drive to get them out of the house – But are you aware of the safety precautions you should take when out and about with your dogs.

First of all, always take care when getting in or out of your car with your dog – It only takes a second for a dog to jump out of a car and dart into a busy road, so always maintain a good grip on their leads. Secondly, always ensure they are properly restrained when inside the car – A dog harness or seat belt should help to keep them safe when driving.

Finally always remember to never leave your dog in the car on a hot day – This can be dangerous and potentially fatal, even if it is cloudy.

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There are a variety of emergencies that can happen when out and about in your car – From your car catching fire, to the bonnet flying open on the motorway – But by far one of the most terrifying experiences any driver can go through is having your brakes fail on you.

This scenario however can be easily avoided by a simple routine test, that you can and should carry out each and every time you set foot in your car. Always make sure to test your brakes twice before properly starting your journey – Once with a static test, by pressing the brakes before you even start the engine – The brakes should feel firm and offer some resistance, rather than being loose or floppy – And secondly just after you pull away at low speeds (not an emergency stop), to ensure your brakes are able to stop your car from moving.

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Candidates for the driving test are having to wait over twice as long to sit the test, according to recent figures.

Whilst the DVSA states a target time of just six weeks for learners to be able to take their test, the Department for Transport website has announced the waiting times are in fact currently at around 14 weeks.

The head of operations at DVSA conceded that there were delays with booking the test, and said that they were working to address the problem as quickly as possible.

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When first learning to drive, there is certainly a lot to take in – From first learning the controls of the vehicle such as the indicators and the windscreen wipers, up until understanding how your car reacts at higher speeds, there is much more to it than meets the eye.

It is important to really get to know your own car. Remember, each vehicle is different, and the correct way to do something in a friends car may not work in yours. For example, the biting point may be much higher or lower, or the brakes may be much sharper between two cars.

Always ensure to really understand your own car to make you the best driver you can be.

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Learning to drive offers many challenges – From first learning how to pull away, getting to know the feel of the biting point, up to mastering the dreaded hill start, there is a lot to learn in such a short space of time.

One point many learners face on the driving test is the emergency stop – However most trainees will say that this is not the hardest part of the test, and in fact find it easy. But it is important to know how to do this correctly, to avoid failing your test on such a simple point.

Always make sure to maintain control of the vehicle when doing this, to ensure a safe and stable emergency stop.

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Many young and inexperienced drivers think that learning to drive is all about the time running up to passing the driving test – Whereas better drivers will tell you that this is only the tip of the iceberg, and that the best drivers do the most learning in the months and years after earning their pink license.

The truth is that being a good driver has a wide variety of challenges – From building up the courage to finally tackle motorway driving, to driving abroad for the first time, your whole lifetime will keep bringing you new driving problems to overcome, so remember you will never stop learning, and aim to be the best driver you can be!

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One of the most common peeves motorists face these days is the issue of inconsiderate drivers – Other road users who show little to no courtesy when behind the wheel, which we all know can be a source of aggravation to many.

We recommend showing some manners when you’re out and about in the car – Not driving too closely behind other drivers and letting drivers pull out in front of you rather than keeping them waiting are good examples of this. Not only does it make you a safer driver, it will also buy you brownie points on your driving test!

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