Buying a new car can be a tricky business… whether its value for money or fancy new technology that grabs your attention, be sensible, take your time and remember to manage your expectations.

Don’t let your excitement get you lumbered with a gas-guzzling rust bucket that ends up costing you more in repairs! If necessary, have someone with you when browsing for a new car – a friend or family member who can offer a second opinion.

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One of the key factors when it comes to driving is having your wits about you at all times. Distractions can vary, from your mobile phone buzzing to a CD that needs changing. Don’t risk your life and the lives of others for a text or even a bite out of your subway sandwich!

It’s advisable to have devices, food and other temptations out of sight while driving, so as not to deter your eyes off the road. If it’s really that urgent, find a safe place to pull over beforehand.

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Driving isn’t just about getting from A to B – why not be spontaneous; brush up on your geography skills and take a road trip? There’s no better way to spend a sunny day, hone your motoring skills and build confidence. Having a car (and a licence, of course!) is freedom, so make the most of it and have some fun!

Try avoiding the same old routes you’re used to – Venture off the beaten track and explore new areas you’ve never driven down before, maybe even try your first time on the motorway – Who knows what you might find?

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We’ve made it – The end of another week, and time to start the weekend before we’re all due back at work on Monday morning. Will you be driving this weekend? If so, make sure to read our top tips fro Friday night driving right here.

Due to the excitement caused by the first night in the weekend, many drivers may not be fully concentrating on the roads – Worse still, others may be intoxicated, so be sure to stay on your guard at all times, especially if driving in or around city centre areas.

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When it comes to driving, we all want to make our lives a little easier. This might mean avoiding the roads outside schools during school run times, or choosing a less busy route to work on your commute each day – Why make life more difficult?

One good tip is to consider the road condition. Some roads that have been recently resurfaced are in immaculate condition and make for a smooth drive – however other roads that are less well looked-after might be full of pot holes and may even be unsafe to drive on, so do your best to avoid these.

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Driving can be a fickle subject. Some people love their cars and can’t wait to get behind the wheel each weekend to go for a drive – Whereas others are glad to pull onto their driveway at the end of the day and to turn the engine off, knowing they don’t need to drive again until tomorrow!

Whatever your thoughts, we can all agree driving has it’s pros and cons. For every minute we’re stuck in traffic, there’s another minute that we’re coasting along open roads in the sunlight – So look on the bright side!

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As driving pupils, there can be a lot of hesitation when it comes to tackling the Theory and Driving tests. This can be for a number of reasons, such as lack of confidence behind the wheel, but we’re here to tell you not to delay taking your tests.

Remember that your Theory expires after 2 years if you don’t pass your Practical Test – So once you’ve passed your Theory exam, you’re against the clock. Make sure to push forward and to pass your driving test before it expires, otherwise you’ll be facing the cost of another Theory test.

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If you have recently passed your driving test, you may well still be feeling quite nervous when behind the wheel. Don’t worry – This is to be expected. After all, you are still new to driving so it’s fine if it’s still a little daunting at first.

Our best advice would be to try and enjoy yourself when driving. The more you relax, the less likely you are to make mistakes – And the happier you will feel behind the wheel!

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There’s no denying it – It’s definitely a thrill when you first pass your driving test and are finally allowed to take to the roads in your own car with your friends and family to experience driving for yourself. But we would advise you to take your passengers needs into consideration as well.

Not all people are fully comfortable being passengers in a car. Perhaps they get nervous when at high speeds or on the motorway, or maybe they experience travel sickness on long journeys. Try to find out your passengers needs before setting off and make any amendments necessary to your driving to accommodate for them.

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If you’re a new drive who has recently passed their test, or if you feel you are just lacking in confidence when you’re behind the wheel, there’s a good chance you haven’t yet had the experience of driving on the motorway.

Although this does sound daunting, there’s really nothing to worry about – Just remember to enter and exit with appropriate caution and to signal before changing lanes, and we’re sure you will pick it up in no time. If you do need any further help with motorway driving, try our Pass Plus course!

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