How many hours to pass the driving test?

How long will it take me to learn?

Research has shown that, on average, people who take about 45 hours of professional instruction combined with about 22 hours of extra private practice, stand the best chance of passing the test. Some people need more lessons and practice than others. (Source "Driving for Life", DVSA)www.travis-drive.co.uk

The Theory Test in the UK.

The Theory Test

You must pass your theory test before you can apply for your practical driving test date. The official theory test consists of two parts. The first part is a computer based multiple choice question format of 50 questions. 43 or more of those questions must be answered correctly in order to pass this section. Please click on the driving and theory test link on the left of this page.

Following the question section comes the HPT or Hazard Perception Test. A series of video clips are shown on the computer monitor, these are scenes of actual driving, shot from within a moving vehicle. You will be required to correctly identify a number of moving or developing hazards, within a given time scale.

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Summer Driving

Summer driving.
Driving when it is hot and sunny with the CD player on and the window down is a great feeling. But consider a couple of common sense things:
1. Bring your sunglasses so you can see ahead and not get eye strain.
2. Bottle of cold water in the car.
3. Be prepared for more traffic on the roads. Everyone has the same idea as you to drive when it is sunny.
4. If you are going on a long drive, will your car cope with the extra strain.
5. When was the last time you done a routine check of your car. Oil, tyres, engine coolant etc.
6. Take a picnic and take a break and enjoy the sun.
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Safe driving
James

A real emergency stop.

A real emergency stop.
Well done Kobiihkaa Mahendran who reacted very quickly to another driver who pulled out in front of us, causing Kobiihkaa to do an emergency stop.
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Driving tip of the day

Tip of the day. 
The speed limit is there not to be broken.
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How to cope with your driving test day.

The day of your driving test.
Here are some tips to help you cope with the big day.

1. Get to bed early the night before, so you are not tired on your test.
2. Do eat and drink on the day of your test. Even if you feel like not.
3. Have a one hour lesson before your test to help prepare.
4. Don't think of it as a driving test. Think like it is another lesson and you are wanting to drive to your best standard.
5. If you make a mistake on the driving test. Don't worry about that, you cannot change what has happened. What is more important is that you just drive and do your best.
6. Don't forget to bring your driving shoes to your test. Now is not the time to show off your new shoes.
7. If you start to panic, don't worry. A lot of learners do. Try and take deep breaths and slow it down.
8. Don't be afraid to ask the examiner to repeat what they said. Sometimes the road noise outside makes it difficult to hear.
9. Finally, your driving instructor believes you can pass, otherwise they would not of let you take the test. 
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Good luck and safe driving.

Driving tip of the day.

Tip of the day
Check your tyre pressures every two weeks. It will save you money in fuel and prolong the life of your tyres. www.travis-drive.co.uk

B & Q roundabout in Bletchley, Milton Keynes.

As a learner driver who lives in Milton Keynes and Buckingham you would of heard of the complex roundabout at the side of B & Q in Bletchley.

I will try to explain how to tackle it.

1.  As you approach the B & Q section give way to your right at the first giveway point unless it is clear.

2.  Follow the lane in the middle, as you approach the small roundabout give way to your right, indicating right.

3.  As you enter the roundabout follow it round in the left lane on the roundabout mirrors and signaling left as you exit.

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Top tip when driving

Tip of the day
When moving off make sure 1st gear is selected.
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