Learn to Drive
To start learning to drive you need to be at least 17 years old, which is the minimum age that you can legally learn to drive a car on a public road in the UK. Although, you can also drive if you 16 years of age and receive mobility allowance. You can apply for your provisional driving licence two months before your 17th birthday, although it doesn't become valid until the age of 17.... more »
L plates are essential:
As a learner driver you have to display "L" plates in a visible place on the front and rear of the car you're driving. Until the day you pass the practical part of the driving test you'll have to display these and drive with someone who has passed their test, but they must be over 21 years old and have held a full British driving licence for at least 3 years. ... more »
Automatic car tuition?
Only larger driving schools like Automatic Pass School of Motoring have a wide availability of automatic vehicles. Although most people choose to learn in a manual car, Automatics are becoming more popular especially if the learner has had difficulties with gears or has limited mobility. ... more »
Putting theory into practice:
Studying for the Theory Test at the same time that you take driving lessons is the best way to put the theory into practice. Applying your knowledge of the theory and hazard perception skills on the road will improve your chances of passing the Theory and Practical tests first time.... more »
Firstly remember, most people including established performers get nervous and nerves are not necessarily a bad thing
For the theory and practical tests, a bit of nervousness can help your performance. Any actor or performer, or anyone in a high-stress job, will tell you that some amount of adrenaline helps them achieve good results. ... more »
These are basic safety checks that a driver should carry out to ensure the vehicle is safe for use. Although some checks may involve the candidate in opening the bonnet to identify where fluid levels would be checked, pupils will not be asked to touch a hot engine or physically check fluid levels.
As vehicle technology advances, more and more vehicles are being equipped with electronic diagnostic systems, which inform the driver of the state of the engine fluid levels and tyre pressures. It will be acceptable for a candidate to refer to the vehicle information system (if fitted) when answering questions on fluid levels or tyre pressures.... more »
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