The new Driving Test came into being on Monday last (October 4th) - see previous posts for full details.
Drive Time's first candidate for the new test passed on Tuesday and no real problems wewre encountered with the new format.
Just a reminder that Independent Driving will now apply to ALL DSA tests including the Part 2 Test of Driving Ability for Potential Driving Instructors.
Friday, 8 October 2010
Friday, 10 September 2010
Mention in the Local Newspaper
Drive Time was mentioned in the West Briton this week (Thursday Sept 9th) in an article concerning the forthcoming changes to the driving test. Have a look at Page 16 to read the article.
It's all good publicity and I welcome the changes to the test which come into effect on October 4th.
It's all good publicity and I welcome the changes to the test which come into effect on October 4th.
Tuesday, 24 August 2010
Independent Driving
As of October 4th the Driving Test will be changing to include a ten minute section called "Independent Driving".
The DSA hava statement as follows :
"During your test you will have to drive by either following traffic signs, a series of directions, or a combination of both, for about 10 minutes. It you are asked to follow a series of verbal directions, you will be shown a diagram to help you. It doesn't matter if you don't remember every direction, or if you go the wrong way - that can happen to the most experienced drivers.
Independent driving is not a test of your orientation and navigation skills. Driving independently means making your own decisions - this includes deciding when it's safe and appropriate to ask for confirmation about where you are going. "
Follow this link to the DSA's Facebook Page for more detailed information
The DSA hava statement as follows :
"During your test you will have to drive by either following traffic signs, a series of directions, or a combination of both, for about 10 minutes. It you are asked to follow a series of verbal directions, you will be shown a diagram to help you. It doesn't matter if you don't remember every direction, or if you go the wrong way - that can happen to the most experienced drivers.
Independent driving is not a test of your orientation and navigation skills. Driving independently means making your own decisions - this includes deciding when it's safe and appropriate to ask for confirmation about where you are going. "
Follow this link to the DSA's Facebook Page for more detailed information
Tuesday, 13 July 2010
Fleet Training
Martin has now completed the DSA Fleet Diploma and has been added to the DSA's Fleet Training Register.
Sunday, 9 May 2010
Back On Line
We have been without broadband for 5 weeks but are now back on line so apologies for not keeping the blog up to date.
I now have a brand new Renault Clio which is performing very well indeed - all pupils are very happy with it.
In two weeks time, I will be attending a course in South Wales to add a further qualification (hopefully) to my name - The Diploma in Fleet Driver Training. Will keep you posted as to how things progress.
I now have a brand new Renault Clio which is performing very well indeed - all pupils are very happy with it.
In two weeks time, I will be attending a course in South Wales to add a further qualification (hopefully) to my name - The Diploma in Fleet Driver Training. Will keep you posted as to how things progress.
Sunday, 28 March 2010
Latest News from the DSA
As reported earlier, as from April 6th pupils attending for their driving tests will be asked if they wish their instructor to accompany them on tests. The DSA have updated their promotional video on You Tube. Login to You Tube to watch the video.
In addition, the DSA have now changed the website for pupils booking both theory and practical tests. Pupils should now follow links to : www.direct.gov.uk/en/motoring/learnerandnewdrivers/index.htm
In addition, the DSA have now changed the website for pupils booking both theory and practical tests. Pupils should now follow links to : www.direct.gov.uk/en/motoring/learnerandnewdrivers/index.htm
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