Show me, Tell me Questions. What did they just ask me???? Think…Think!!

This is always the starting part of the driving test that can sometimes cause us to panic. Your thoughts are going so fast and you can simply go blank. Take this opportunity to BREATHE,  just think of the examiner as your own driving instructor asking the very same questions. I have attached a video from
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Look after your car, and your car will look after you….

Brakes Check your brake discs for signs of uneven wear and keep an eye on how much brake pads you have left. Any strange noises from your brakes is usually a sign of worn pads.  A spongy brake pedal could mean worn pads or discs, low brake fluid or air in the system. Oil Check
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Learner drivers and the dreaded roundabouts…..read how to Look, Assess, Decide and Act!

Why do we have roundabouts? When two, or more, busy roads intersect – something has to give. Roundabouts are designed to keep traffic moving, ease congestion and speed up journey times. They’re also safer than traditional junctions and crossroads – where drivers can be tempted to run red lights. On roundabouts traffic always travels in
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NEW DRIVERS! Biggest Danger on the road? Driver Distraction…..

So you are new to driving?…at Aplus Driving Academy we want you to be safe and enjoy your newly acquired skills. We all know these days we have to be adaptable and multitasking is at the forefront of how we are today. However, this does not apply to your attention span in a vehicle….. Here
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Driving in Winter? Get your car ready!

Winter car equipment Carrying an emergency kit with you at all times through the winter might seem a bit extreme – but if you ever find yourself stranded you’ll be glad of it. We recommend: • A mobile phone and charger • A hazard warning triangle • Hi-visibility vest • A first aid kit •
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Hazard Perception? What you need to learn………

About the Hazard Perception Test – The test consists of 14 video clips. – It is the second part of the DVSA Theory Test. To pass the theory test, you must pass both sections (multiple choice and hazard perception) on the same test. – Each clip is about one minute long. – The hazard perception
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Tips for passing your Theory Test Questions

Ugh, the theory test. As if preparing for the practical driving test wasn’t pressure enough, you’ll also need to pass the theory test before you can get your full driving licence. To help you achieve top marks, we’ve got 10 top tips for success. Be prepared: Book your theory test It may sound obvious, but you’ll need
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New to driving? – Check out the rules for Learner Drivers In Northern Ireland

Rules for learner drivers Before you start to drive or ride, you must: hold a valid, provisional driving licence for Northern Ireland or Great Britain make sure that any vehicle you drive is roadworthy and properly taxed and insured It is important to learn safe driving practice from the beginning of your driving career because
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