The first step to learning to drive is to obtain a provisional licence. You can do this from the age of 16, but you will only be able to ride a motorcycle. From 17 you can start to learn in a car.

Learning to drive involves undergoing training in a structured manner. The Driving Syllabus is comprehensive and some of the skills you need to learn are signalling, driving in traffic, pedestrian crossings, anticipating and planning, junctions, dual carriageways, use of speed.

Learning to drive appears to many to be quite complex but in fact once you understand what is required of a good driver, learning what you need to becomes easier. To help understand what you need to know, I have inserted into this document, elements taken from the Driving Syllabus, The Theory Test, Driving skills and Show Me Tell Me questions.

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Syllabus Element:- Controls and Instruments - To be in control of your car or vehicle you need to be familiar with the controls and instruments. Indicators, light switches, wipers etc. are all controls you need to know how to use together with such items as fog lights, rear window heater etc. Good drivers are those that know all about their vehicle.

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When learning anything it is generally safe to say that you will learn more quickly with a qualified instructor. That is what you get with 2Pass.eu Driving School.

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Driving Skill:- Do you mirror check before change of speed or direction and always signal for the benefit of other road users? Regular mirror checking and helpful signalling are what good drivers do.

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An example of a hazard may be a bus stopping at a bus stop. You have to be observant for pedestrians trying to cross the road.
Hazardous situations could be - Pedestrians crossing the road - Cyclists - Weather Conditions - Meeting oncoming vehicles (country lanes, narrow roads)

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RANDOM THEORY QUESTION

Question - You get a puncture on the motorway. You manage to get your vehicle onto the hard shoulder. Which of the following should you do, choose one answer.

a) Change the wheel yourself immediately
b) Use the emergency telephone and call for assistance
c) Try to wave down another vehicle for help
d) Only change the wheel if you have a passenger to help you

Answer - b.

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What is a Hazard? A Hazard is anything that would cause you as a driver to change speed or direction, as you gain experience through your driving lessons you will be aware of situations that may develop in to a hazard

An example of a hazard could be a car pulling up at the side of the road. The reason this may become a hazard is if the driver or off side passenger opens a door.

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Show Me Tell Me Question:- Tell me where you would find the information for the recommended tyre pressures for this car and how tyre pressures should be checked. Answer - Information will be found using the car manufacturer?s manual. Check the tyre pressures by using a reliable pressure gauge when the tyres are cold. Don?t forget the spare and remember to refit the valve caps.

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Vision allows you to see further down the road…Focus allows you to enhance what is on the journey, but ACTION is the only thing that will get you there!

Apply for a provisional licence up to three months before your 17th birthday, and you could book your first driving lesson for the big day!

Part of the process of learning to drive is understanding theory. The theory test is currently 50 questions of which 43 must be correct. In addition there is a hazard perception test which involves watching 14 pre recorded video clips which contains 15 hazards. You need to identify these hazards and currently (May 2008) the pass score is 44 out of 75.

There is a lot to learn when you set out to obtain a driving licence. What is most important is that you realise that you have a responsibiltity when in control of a vehicle that is powerful and can cause injury and death if handled incorrectly. Within the text of this post are sections taken from The Driving Syllabus, The Theory Test, Driving Skills and Show Me Tell Me questions.

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Syllabus Element:- Moving Off On A Hill - Similar to moving off from the side of a road with the addition of sufficient power to prevent the vehicle rolling back when the handbrake is released. So the procedure would be to Prepare the car by ensuring correct gear selected and power applied, Observe all around you including blind spot, finally, release hand brake and Move off.

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When learning anything it is generally safe to say that you will learn more quickly with a qualified instructor. That is what you get with 2Pass.eu Driving School.

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Driving Skill:- Do you always position correctly, with the correct gear selected for the speed at which you are travelling? Unless you drive an automatic, correct gear selection is important as is ensuring that you travel at a speed at which you can stop within the distance you can see to be clear.

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Hazardous situations could be - Pedestrians crossing the road - Cyclists - Weather Conditions - Meeting oncoming vehicles (country lanes, narrow roads)
What is the Hazard Perception Test? The Hazard Perception Test (HPT) became part of the Theory Test in 2002, it makes up the second half of your theory test and involves watching a series of video clips and clicking the mouse when a hazard is identified.

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RANDOM THEORY QUESTION

You are about to stop. Which one of the following should you do?

a) Sound the horn.
b) Use the mirrors.
c) Select a higher gear.
d) Flash your headlights.

Answer - b.

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Examples of hazards could be - Hidden Road Junctions - Vehicles changing/merging lanes - Pedestrians exiting vehicles.
An example of a hazard could be a car pulling up at the side of the road. The reason this may become a hazard is if the driver or off side passenger opens a door.

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Show Me Tell Me Question:- Show me how you would check that the headlights and tail lights are working. Answer - Turn on lights (turn ignition if necessary), walk around car and check that the lights are on.

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Expert instruction coupled with your determination to succeed. That's what it takes to pass a driving test. Over to you!

The first step to learning to drive is to obtain a provisional licence. You can do this from the age of 16, but you will only be able to ride a motorcycle. From 17 you can start to learn in a car.

The process of learning to drive is quite involved and there is a lot to learn. 2Pass.eu Driving School have fully qualified, very experienced Driving Instructors. all 2Pass.eu Driving School Instructors are registered with the Driving Standards Agency and are classed as Approved Driving Instructors.

Learning to drive appears to many to be quite complex but in fact once you understand what is required of a good driver, learning what you need to becomes easier. To help understand what you need to know, I have inserted into this document, elements taken from the Driving Syllabus, The Theory Test, Driving skills and Show Me Tell Me questions.

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Syllabus element:- Moving Off - When moving off from the side of a road it is important to Prepare the car, Observe all around you, Move off if it is safe to do so once you have checked your blind spot.

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One thing you will be pleased to know - at 2Pass.eu Driving School all our instructors are fully qualified.

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Driving Skill:- Do you always travel at a speed at which you can stop within the distance you can see to be clear? Knowing your stopping ability is so important if you want to be a safe driver. Braking differs from one vehicle to another so ensure you know your capabilities.

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What is a Hazard? A Hazard is anything that would cause you as a driver to change speed or direction, as you gain experience through your driving lessons you will be aware of situations that may develop in to a hazard

Hazardous situations could be - Pedestrians crossing the road - Cyclists - Weather Conditions - Meeting oncoming vehicles (country lanes, narrow roads)

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RANDOM THEORY QUESTION

Your mobile phone rings while you are travelling. Which one of the following should you do?

a) Stop immediately.
b) Answer it immediately.
c) Pull up in a suitable place.
d) Pull up at the nearest kerb.

Answer - c.

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What is the Hazard Perception Test? The Hazard Perception Test (HPT) became part of the Theory Test in 2002, it makes up the second half of your theory test and involves watching a series of video clips and clicking the mouse when a hazard is identified.

Examples of hazards could be - Hidden Road Junctions - Vehicles changing/merging lanes - Pedestrians exiting vehicles.

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Show Me Tell Me Question:- Tell me how you would check that the brakes are working before starting a journey. Answer - As you move off check the brakes. They should not feel spongy and the car should not pull to one side.

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In summary, our fully qualified experienced instructors can help you on the path to a full licence. What is needed from you is the correct attitude and plenty of practice.

The first step to learning to drive is to obtain a provisional licence. You can do this from the age of 16, but you will only be able to ride a motorcycle. From 17 you can start to learn in a car.

The Syllabus is very thorough. You may have already seen items from the Driving syllabus. Some of the skills you will be taught are dealing with roundabouts, turning the vehicle around, reversing, parking, how to do emergency stops.

When learning to drive or ride a motorcycle it is important that you practise safe driving skills, are aware of your responsibilities and knowledgeable of the theory. For this reason, throughout this publication are included random sections of text referring to the Driving syllabus, Show Me Tell Me Questions, Theory Questions and Driving Skills.

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Syllabus element:- Dual Carriageways - When travelling at speeds greater than 40mph, ensure that your following distance is sufficient. Observe the two second rule and increase the safe distance when driving on wet or slippery roads.

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One thing you will be pleased to know - at 2Pass.eu Driving School all our instructors are fully qualified.

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Driving Skill:- Do you drive with courtesy and consideration for other road users, including pedestrians? In order to be a good safe driver you need to be considerate of ALL road users!

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What is a Hazard? A Hazard is anything that would cause you as a driver to change speed or direction, as you gain experience through your driving lessons you will be aware of situations that may develop in to a hazard

An example of a hazard could be a car pulling up at the side of the road. The reason this may become a hazard is if the driver or off side passenger opens a door.

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RANDOM THEORY QUESTION

Question - Before you make a u-turn in the road, which of the following should you do?

a) Give an arm signal as well as using your indicators.
b) Signal so that other drivers can slow down for you.
c) Look over your shoulder for a final check.
d) Select a higher gear than normal.

Answer - c.

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An example of a hazard may be a bus stopping at a bus stop. You have to be observant for pedestrians trying to cross the road.
Examples of hazards could be - Hidden Road Junctions - Vehicles changing/merging lanes - Pedestrians exiting vehicles.

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Show Me Tell Me Question:- Show me how you would check that the horn is working (off road only). Answer - Press the horn and listen (turn on ignition if necessary).

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You have heard the saying - 'there is no substitute for experience'. How you get the experience is to practise.

Apply for a provisional licence up to three months before your 17th birthday, and you could book your first driving lesson for the big day!

Part of the process of learning to drive is understanding theory. The theory test is currently 50 questions of which 43 must be correct. In addition there is a hazard perception test which involves watching 14 pre recorded video clips which contains 15 hazards. You need to identify these hazards and currently (May 2008) the pass score is 44 out of 75.

A good driver needs to possess many things which can be broken down into a few categories. Knowledge of Theory, an understanding of the Driving Skills you need to acquire, and appreciation of the Driving Syllabus and ability to carry out all that these require. Included in this article are random extracts from the Theory Test, Show Me Tell Me questions, Driving Syllabus and Driving Skills.

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Syllabus element:- Mirrors - Vision & Use - You should use your mirrors often, including exterior mirrors as necessary. Always be aware of your blind spots and act sensible and safely on what you see. Always check carefully before:-

*Signalling
*Changing direction
*Changing speed

Use the MSM (mirror, signal, manoeuvre) routine. Do not signal or act without first using the mirrors.

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You can be assured that 2Pass.eu Driving School do not use trainee instructors, all our instructors are fully qualified.

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Driving Skill:- Are your steering actions safe, smooth and accurate, and do you pass the wheel through your hands? Steering is an important consideration when learning to drive, aim to always keep your left hand to the left of the steering wheel and your right hand to the right. In this way your control of the steering wheel is maximised.

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Hazardous situations could be - Pedestrians crossing the road - Cyclists - Weather Conditions - Meeting oncoming vehicles (country lanes, narrow roads)
An example of a hazard could be a car pulling up at the side of the road. The reason this may become a hazard is if the driver or off side passenger opens a door.

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RANDOM THEORY QUESTION

Question - At toucan crossings which of the following is correct. Choose one answer.

a) you only stop if someone is waiting to cross
b) cyclists are not permitted
c) there is a continuously flashing amber beacon
d) pedestrians and cyclists may cross

Answer - d.

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What is a Hazard? A Hazard is anything that would cause you as a driver to change speed or direction, as you gain experience through your driving lessons you will be aware of situations that may develop in to a hazard

Examples of hazards could be - Hidden Road Junctions - Vehicles changing/merging lanes - Pedestrians exiting vehicles.

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Show Me Tell Me Question:- Tell me how you would check the tyres to show that they have sufficient tread depth and that their general condition is safe to use on the road. Answer - A safe tyre will have no cuts or bulges. The tread depth should be at least 1.6mm across the central 3/4s of the breadth of the tyre and around the entire outer circumference.

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You have heard the saying - 'there is no substitute for experience'. How you get the experience is to practise.