Dangerous Double Wheel

The month of March is ending, and as you know, each month is ended with a funny video. Today I have a video which shows the danger of adding another steering wheel to your car. You may find it somewhat familiar, but it's still funny.



Have a great April,
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How to Pass Your Driving Test

Robert Yates is not new to this blog. He has written some articles which were published here, but none of them had such a good, attractive title. Just for that he's getting his third article here, which has the exact same title as this blog post.

How to Pass Your Driving Test

You need to learn a lot if you hope to pass your driving test. Whether it is your first attempt, or you are re-sitting the test, the theory, hazard perception and practical tests will prove you are a confident and competent driver.

No matter how many times you have attempted to pass your driving test, you will benefit from some advice about the various stages.

The theory test must be completed before you can sit the practical side. It involves a series of multiple choice questions, to test your knowledge of the Highway Code and other elements of the theory behind driving.

The hazard perception test comes next. When you are sitting this, you will be shown 14 video clips of real-world situations, each with at least one potential hazard. When you spot the hazard, you should click the button. You will receive more points the earlier you spot the hazard developing.

Once you have passed the theory and hazard perception tests, you can sit the practical driving test.

To pass your driving test, you will need to complete a 40-minute assignment, including set maneuvers.

You can make up to 15 minor mistakes and still pass the driving test, although you will fail if you make one or more serious or dangerous error.

To increase your chances of passing your driving test, you should ensure you are well prepared and relaxed. Get plenty of sleep the night before your test, and have a good breakfast in the morning. This will help you concentrate and calm your nerves.

Arrive at the test centre early, so you can take a few minutes to settle down and get yourself ready. Remember that it is perfectly natural to be nervous.

If you can conquer your nerves - and keep your eyes on the road - you should pass your driving test with flying colours.

Robert Yates is an experienced driver and an expert author. He has written many articles about learning to drive, including how you can pass the driving test.

Source: EzineArticles.com.

I hope Robert taught you something new. I don't put here articles for nothing.

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Curbs - Your Parking Assistant

Curbs separate the road from the sidewalk, and for a good reason: safety. They also have another use: mark where you can park and where you'll be fined for parking. Watch the video and don't freak out from the colors.



Hope you learned something (except how to get confused from colors),
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The Attack of the Anti-Drivers

Yesterday I did my regular Friday driving, but something was not right. People were idiots right from the beginning. Usually people are not the brightest, but this was really an outrage.

Three minutes after I started the car I was behind a lane-hogger on the left lane (driving BELOW the speed limit on the left lane), two minutes after that someone nearly changed a lane into me, and, to make things worse, a traffic light of a big intersection didn't work.

It seemed like everything in this drive tried to kill me. It was really scary. At least the radio played some really good songs.

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Common Driving Test Mistakes

As far as we know, all drivers are human. As a result, they make mistakes. In order to get a driver's license, you need to make as little as possible. Here is an article I wrote about the common ones, and a solution.

Common Driver's Exam Mistakes - Learn How to Avoid Them

When you take your driver's test, your examiner is going to judge you over-well, everything. He or she will be watching you every second of the examination. You will most likely be nervous, and may even make some mistakes. Just keep in mind, though, that you won't be the only one who has ever made a mistake during your driving exam. However, the number of mistakes you make will determine whether you pass or not.

Here are some common errors that you need to avoid:

• Forgetting to prepare yourself and the vehicle properly before the test.

• Uncertainty as to how to start the procedure.

• Forgetting to check traffic and to signal properly.

• Failing to change gears during the correct moments.

• Incorrect hand placement on the wheel.

• Lacking knowledge of gears.

• Incorrectly moving the steering wheel.

• Exceeding speed limit or not going fast enough.

• Making inappropriate stops.

• Incorrect parallel parking.

• Excessive braking.

• Cutting corners or swinging too wide when going around corners.

• Failing to give right of way.

There are other common mistakes as well. All of this may seem overwhelming, especially if you've never taking a driver's test before. But, if you really want that driver's license, you're going to need to prepare yourself!

Thankfully, there's hope. You can now prepare by studying an online driver's course. Even if you already take driver's education classes, you can learn even more by studying online. A good online guide will teach you everything you need to know to ensure that you'll pass your examination!

To find out how much you can learn online about driving and passing your test, visit Pass Your Driving Test. You don't have to make any of the mistakes listed above, or any others! With this amazing guide, you can learn everything you need to ensure that you're calm and collected during your driving exam!

If you think that $27 is too much for my guide, you can get it now with a better deal: you pay $4.97 right now and $22.03 in 31 days. Yes, it still costs the same, but you spread it across a long period, and even better, you can evaluate the guide without paying the full price.

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First Time Driving: Rachel

Churches are a good place to practice driving. Especially if they are placed in an isolated community, away from all traffic. Also, there is one more good reason. You can pray when you're scared. Watch Rachel driving while her father prays.



This video was uploaded on February of this year, so Rachel still has a long way to go until she gets her license. Hopefully by then her father won't need to pray.

Good luck!
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Auto Insurance 101: Part 2

The insurance series continues, this time with an explanation about the different types of insurance and their importance.



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The Unstandardized UAE Driving Test

The UAE have a problem. A big one. It's not about oil or politics, but driving tests. It turns out that driving test standards within and between emirates, and it really confuses future drivers, who have no idea how much they should practice, if at all.

This weird situation leads to failure rates ranging from 22% - 70%(!). That's a huge difference which shows that there is no connection between knowing how to drive to the ability to pass the test.

Hopefully they will fix this issue soon, and people will be able to take their tests calmly, knowing what to expect.

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The Effectiveness of Intensive Driving Lessons

Some people think that learning to drive can be done slowly, with not-so-frequent lessons. However, it cannot be further from the truth. Here is an article by Rob Laird who tried to explain it the right way.

Intensive Driving Lessons - Do They Work?

With time being important to everyone, more and more driving schools are offering intensive driving lessons for learner drivers, some of them spread over just one week. Some companies also offer residential courses. This can also make the process harder, as you are learning in an area which is very unfamiliar.

Unfortunately, like most things, they don't suit everyone. The skills needed to drive safely take time to learn, and although you may learn enough to pass the driving test, I've found that the quicker you learn, the quicker you forget things. Very short intensive courses can also put a lot of pressure on the person learning.

If you have had previous experience on other vehicles, or other driving lessons before, intensive lessons can be useful. As you're not starting from scratch things will be a little easier.
If you have had no experience, the best way to learn quickly would be to have 2 hours a day, 5 days a week. On that time scale, you might expect to be ready for your test after 4-5 weeks. But like most things, it depends on the person.

If you have had experience before, the amount of lessons, and therefore the time it will take will vary a lot. The best course of action would be to book an assessment driving lesson with a driving instructor, who should be able to give you a better idea of what you will need.

If you would like any more information on driving lessons, contact me, and I'll do my best to help you.

Rob Laird - ADI http://rpldriving.wordpress.com Driver Training In Essex

Source: EzineArticles.com.

If you ask me, the lessons should not only be intensive, but should be with a point. That's why a driving test guide is so important.

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The Dangers of Construction Zones

Construction zones are dangerous. You have less space to maneuver, there is a risk of falling objects, and it's generall hard to drive there. However, it's dangerous not only for drivers, but for workers as well. Watch this video and see why it is important to be careful in a construction zone.



Drive safely!
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Riding With a Robotic Gear

One of my family members recently bought a new car. It doesn't have either manual or automatic transmission. It has a robotic one.

What is that robotic transmission? It's a combination of both automatic and manual. It's built like a manual one, with five different gears, but it changes gears automatically according to various factors. You can actually feel the gear change when you are in the car.

At first, this robotic gear can be quite annoying, but after you get used to it, it's really good. I still need to drive this car to really feel it.

Have a great weekend,
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Some Driving Test Secrets

Secrets, the magic word that makes everyone curious. However, there are some little secrets in driving that can affect your performance on the driving test. Here is one of my articles about this topic.

Secrets For Passing Your Road Test and Getting Your License!

If you're learning how to drive, and plan on taking your test soon, then you need to know all the secrets in order to pass. Some people study a great deal and still fail. Others don't study as much and end up passing with flying colors. This is because the latter have access to secrets and tips that the former don't.

Unfortunately, the instruction manuals given out to student drivers aren't always very informative. They only give out some information and not all. You won't learn any secrets about how to pass a driver's examination with the same instruction books that everyone else uses. Half of the population fails their driver's test on their very first try. Obviously, the guides most people are given aren't very helpful.

So then, what is the alternative? Where do the 50% who do pass the first time get their information? What do they know that others don't? They get their information by doing what you're doing now. They learn all the secrets by studying online.

There are online driving courses and guides that will: help you learn how to drive, provide you with all the secrets and tips you need for passing your written test, take you step by step through the road test so that you'll know what to expect, and will give you insight and advice on how to stay calm during the exam so that you can pass.

It may sound too good to be true, but it's really not! The internet has provided a way for people, like you, to learn everything there is to know about driving!

You can find out more by visiting Pass Your Driving Test. You'll be amazed at how easy it can be to learn all the secrets to passing your driving exams-both the written test and the road test!

Hope you found those little secrets you needed.

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First Time Driving: Dakota

Who would've known: we have another boy here, and not just a boy, we have one named Dakota! Well, it's not the same one as before, but it's still something. Watch him drive:



He's a pretty good driver. Yet, this video was uploaded 13 days ago, so he still has a very long way to go before the license. Still, good luck!

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Auto Insurance 101: Part 1

Today, on this very special day (my birthday), I'm starting a three part series on the importance of auto insurance. Try to avoid the heavy Texan accent, this is really important.



You can get an insurance quote, if you live in the US, on the right side of the blog (it's free) or by clicking here. With the current economic crisis, it's important to stick to low prices.

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Ban from a Breath Test

The Buxton Advertiser reports that a man who tried to park his van while he was drunk was banned from driving for three years because he refused to conduct a breath test. A police officer saw him trying to park his van, but he kept hitting other cars, so it caught some attention. When he refused to conduct the breath test, he was banned.

Once again, this proves that people will remain foolish everywhere, regardless of how many times they have been told not to drink and drive.

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Get Teen Auto Insurance for Cheap

A cheap yet good insurance is vital for teenagers, who pay the highest premiums. Fortunately, Jennifer Bailey wrote a great article about getting a much better premium.

Cheap Teen Auto Insurance

One of the most common desires of teenagers is acquiring his or her own car. And when they truly deserve it, they do get one. Of course, before you can allow your son or daughter to drive on their own, they must first meet the required age to secure a license. In most cases, being able to secure a license means one thing for teenagers - freedom!

Once you've got your teens their cars, the next thing that you must think about is car insurance.
One of the first and most important considerations is the price of the insurance premium. Most insurers charge higher premiums for auto insurance for teenagers. This is because these companies see most teen drivers as being more reckless and accident-prone than adults.
Fortunately, there are ways in which you can lessen the charges for your teenager's car insurance. These factors might help you get a better deal in the future.

1. A spotless driving record. It is essential that you emphasize the importance of observing traffic laws and of having a clean driving record to your teenager. This means that they should avoid speeding tickets and other such traffic violations at all costs. And, while accidents do happen, being more aware can minimize the incidence of one happening. A clean driving record will be awarded with lower premium payments.

2. Look for auto insurance with a greater deductible. The premium payment is usually less for auto insurance that covers a higher deductible.

3. A car endowed with more safety features. It would be more beneficial to get your child a car that has a lot of advanced safety features. Avoid vehicles that fall under the higher hazard ranking class.

4. Follow license restrictions. Teenage drivers need to stick to the restrictions and guidelines that their licenses specify.

5. Get a stand-alone policy. With this kind of policy, your child will be responsible for his own insurance. As a new driver, he will only be allowed daylight driving, a certificate from a driving school, and the like.

As a parent, the most appropriate thing for you to do is to inculcate the value of responsibility in them. Make them accountable for whatever happens to their car. They can even work part-time so that they can pay for one-half of their premium.

Cheap Auto Insurance provides detailed information on Cheap Auto Insurance, Cheap Auto Insurance For New Drivers, Cheap Auto Insurance Online, Cheap Auto Insurance Quotes and more. Cheap Auto Insurance is affiliated with Affordable Insurance Info.

Source: EzineArticles.com.

Hope this information was useful for you,
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Deciding Where to Park

Deciding where and how to park will not only affect your driving test results, but will also help you save precious time. Here is a video that will help you make that decision.



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Visible Dangers of Alcohol

Last week I went to a party with some friends, and we decided ahead of time who drives and who doesn't, so the others can drink. I usually don't drink, so I say I'll drive.

The party was really good, and, of course, many people were drinking. When I looked at the drinkers I realized the dangers of drinking and driving. They didn't know what's going around them, and they could hardly find themselves in a very familiar place.

This led me into only one conclusion: really, don't drink and drive. You can't. You really can't

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Confidence and Focus: The Key to Success

Focus and confidence are two marjor keys to success at the driving test. However, they need to be practiced well before you can truely have them. Here is an article I wrote about the subject.

Learn How to Stay Confident and Focused During Your Driver's Test

The driving road test is one of the most stressful events you'll have to endure in life. Being a new driver can cause enough anxiety, and to top it off, having a professional examiner watching you the entire time can make matters even worse. If you feel nervous at all, you need to remember that you're not alone.

Thousands of people all across the country take their driving test every day. Some will pass, some will fail, but all of them probably feel some type of nervousness during the examination.

You can lessen your nerves by knowing all there is to know about driving, the testing process, the things your examiner will be watching for, and so forth. The more you know, the less nervous you'll be. Reading the typical instruction guides isn't enough; you're going to need to read about the inside scoops so that you'll have some insight as to what all will be expected from you as a student driver.

By having all the inside knowledge beforehand, you can go to the DMV on your test day feeling totally confident. You can learn all there is to know about: making correct turns, parallel parking, signaling properly, handling the steering wheel, impressing your examiner, and so forth. By learning all of this, and more, you can succeed on your test day.

It should come to no surprise that, in this day and age, you can learn all this information on the internet. Online driving guides will provide you with all the information you'll need to go in feeling confident and to pass. By taking the time to read informative (and interesting!) secrets online, you'll only be a few steps away from getting your driver's license!

For more information about these secrets, you can visit Pass Your Driving Test. If you want inside knowledge and to feel confident during your driver's road test, then this is where you need to go!

Hope you found it useful,
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First Time Driving: Wilson

Boys are a rare ingredient in the first time driving day, but today I found one, named Wilson. This video wasn't taken from the inside of the car, but from the outside. It's not really what we're used to, but it's good.



This video was uploaded on February of this year, so Wilson still has a long way to go. Good luck!

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DUI Check: Part 2

Today we continue our journey into the understanding of the DUI checks.



Don't drink and drive!
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When Driving is a Necessity

For most people, driving is a privilege. For others, it's a necessity. The DailyPress.com wrote about Karl Hoffman, a man who specializes in driving rehabilitation.

Why is such profession needed? Some people, especially people who are ill or disabled, have no way to move around other than driving. For them, driving is a necessity. Without it, they won't have a way to move around.

Hoffman mentions that when a person gets old, his family usually tells him to get off the wheel at some point. However, the family is not always right. Hoffman, as a professional, can tell whether a person can drive or should really give the keys to someone else.

Read the article, it's really good.
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1st Anniversary

Exactly one year ago, on March 9, 2008, I decided to open a driving blog. Well, it turned out to be quite successful. This blog averages 40 visitors per day, and it ranks really high on Google. To celebrate this date, here is a video with not one funny driver, but many funny driving occasions.



Enjoy!
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The Blind Spot Rule of Thumb

A blind spots is the area which cannot be seen in the mirrors, and all cars have it. Student drivers don't always know how to handle them, and this can quickly lead to an accident. Here is a short video explaining how to identify blind spots on time.



Be careful,
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Finally, Some Rain Driving

Finally, after some dry weeks, rain is here again. Of course, this requires adjustment to new driving conditions, but we can finally allow ourselves to stay at home and enjoy the natural watering of our gardens.

Of course, where I live, when drivers encounter the first drop of rain they slow considerably, much more than necessary. Safety comes first, but we can't drive at 50 km/h on two lane roads with little traffic unless it snows (and then we'll drive much slower).

Hopefully this rain will last some more, so we can have some more water here. It's great when it rains, but too much can be a problem.

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Secrets for Passing the Test

Another Friday is here, and this means another one of my articles. Today it's some more driving test tips for you.

Driving Secrets That Will Help You Pass Your Test!

If you're planning on taking your driver's road test soon, then you're probably wondering what all it will entail. The test will last fifteen minutes or so, and you will need to prove that you can: maneuver your vehicle properly, make left and right turns, follow signs correctly, keep an eye on lights, make narrow turns properly, and so forth.

Your examiner will probably ask you to do many things, and will be making marks on the clipboard the entire time. He or she will point out your mistakes and will let you know how you can correct them. You'll probably feel nervous, although you can lessen your anxiety by preparing well beforehand.

Don't take any criticism personally. Your examiner will only want to help you improve your driving skills, and won't be trying to pick on you at all. You should accept the fact that you may make some mistakes so that you'll be able to improve your driving in the future.

Still, you can decrease your chances of making mistakes by learning all the tricks and secrets that can help you pass. Yes, there are secrets out there that you can learn in order to make your driver's license road test easier. These secrets can be obtained online, you just need to know where to look.

The internet is the best place to study for a driving exam. Every day before you go outside to practice, you need to read tips and techniques online that will help your driving go more smoothly. The more comfortable you are behind the wheel, the better you'll do on your test!

You can read these tips and techniques right here, at Pass Your Driving Test. These secrets will help you stay one step ahead of all the other driving students in your area. You can pass easily, and will feel confident every step along the way!

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First Time Driving: Cassandra

Music is always a great addition to any first time driving video, and Cassandra was definitely right when she added this music to her video. Watch the snow around her and how she driver pretty well.



This video was uploaded on January of this year, so Cassandra still has quite some time to go until she gets her license. According to how she is doing now, she'll be fine.

Good luck!
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DUI Check: Part 1

Last week I started a series about the Top Gear police challenge. However, the video was taken off, so now I need to start a new series. Today I start a new one, about how BAC testing takes place. Watch and learn.



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The Rights of the Examiners

Even though driving test examiners are often presented as cold and evil, they can also be hurt and injured. The scotsman.com reports that a driving test examiner who was hurt in a test in Edinburgh two years ago is now suing the insurer of the car in which he was examining.

The insurance company, however, refuses to pay, saying the amount of money is too high and they have no liability for such occasion.

No matter who wins, I hope the judge makes the right decision.
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British Driving Test Rules

The British driving test is not easy, but it is still passable. I'm not an expert in the field of the British test rules, but Mahesh Ugale knows exactly how and when to apply, and for that reason he wrote a 2000 word(!) article. Seriously.

About Driving Theory and Practical Test

Minimum ages and rules You can take your theory test once your provisional license becomes valid.

Normally, for car drivers, the earliest date your provisional license can become valid is your 17th birthday, however you can apply for the license up to three months before your 17th birthday.

So, if you apply for your provisional license before you are 17 you will still have to wait until your birthday before you can take your theory test.

Disability living allowance

If you are receiving disability living allowance at the higher rate your provisional licence will come into effect when you are 16, but you can apply for it within three months of your 16th birthday.

Motorcyclists Direct access scheme

Direct access is a scheme, which allows a person over the age of 21 to avoid the two year/25 kW restriction by taking a test on a machine of at least 35 kW (46.6 bhp). A pass allows you to ride any size of bike. Any instruction given on a machine that exceeds the normal learner motorcycle specification must be supervised at all times by a certified motorcycle instructor who should be in radio contact. You should also wear fluorescent or reflective clothing and follow all other provisional licence restrictions.

Accelerated access

Riders who reach the age of 21, while still within the two year period where they are restricted to maximum 25 kW (33 bhp) machines, but who wish to ride larger bikes need to pass a further test on a motorcycle of at least 35 kW (46.6 bhp). They may practise on bikes over 25 kW (33 bhp) under the same practice conditions for direct access riders. You will revert to learner status while practicing (on a motorcycle greater than 25 kW (33 bhp) although test failure will not affect your existing license.

Mopeds and tractors

If you want to ride a moped you can take your theory test when you are 16, but again you must make sure you have a valid provisional licence. If you are 16 and already have a provisional licence for an agricultural vehicle or a moped, this will give you provisional entitlement to drive a car when you are 17.

Rules for learner drivers

Before you start to drive, you must:

• Hold a valid, provisional driving license for Great Britain or Northern Ireland


• Make sure that any vehicle you drive is roadworthy and properly taxed and insured


• If you want to practise your driving with an accompanying driver, the accompanying driver must be over the age of 21 and must have held (and still hold) a full licence for three years.


• As a learner driver, you must display 'L' plates ('L' or 'D' plates in Wales) in a conspicuous position on the front and rear of the vehicle you are driving.

You're limited to less powerful motorbikes.

Apply for provisional license

If you have never held a driving licence before you will need to apply for a provisional licence. You cannot start to drive a car until your provisional driving license has been accepted and in your possession.

About driving theory test

Preparing for your theory test is essential if you want to become a safe, responsible driver or rider. If you are a learner driver, you must take and pass your theory test before you book your practical test. The theory test is a computer based test and can be taken at various tests centres around the country.

Passing your driving theory test is your first step towards being a safe driver on the road.

DSA driving theory test consists of two elements:

A. Multiple choice questions

This section is designed to tests your understanding of the theory behind driving. There is a 15-minute practice session you can work through before starting the tests. There are 50 randomly selected, multiple-choice questions and you need to get at least 43 answers right to pass.

B. Hazard Perception Test

This is the second section of the theory test and must be passed at the same time.

Hazard perception test is conducted to test the ability of learner drivers how they will respond to hazards on the road while driving. There are 14 videos, each about a minute long.

This section is designed to tests your awareness of potential hazards whilst driving.

The videos feature various types of hazard, such as road conditions, vehicles and pedestrians.
The earlier you spot a hazard developing that may require the driver to take some action, the higher the score.

There are 15 scoreable hazards in the tests and candidates can score up to 5 points on each hazard. The pass mark is 44 out of 75.

Preparing for your theory test

We recommend you to study following -

§ The Highway Code -

The Highway Code is essential reading for everyone. Its rules apply to all road users: drivers, motorcyclists, cyclists, pedestrians as well as horse riders. It contains most up to date advice on road safety and the laws, which apply to all road users.

§ Traffic signs -

It is important to know road signs and markings that you are most likely to encounter.

§ Driving Theory test questions -

Is a set of latest questions published by DSA from which the exam questions are taken. DSA may change questions time to time it is important that you study the books where latest questions are published.

Preparing for hazard perception test -

It is best to practice hazard perception skills on the computer if you have access to one. There are many websites and PC-CD ROMs in the market, using which you can practice your hazard perceptions skills.

About car practical test The Driving Standards Agency (DSA) is now able to offer tests outside the normal test times at a number of test centres. This provides customers a wider range of appointments over an extended working day.

Practical tests are generally available at all permanent test centres. Saturday and weekday evening tests, subject to resources being available, are offered at a premium rate. Non premium rate tests are available at various times between 7.30 am and 3.27 pm Monday to Friday.

The driving part of your test lasts about 40 minutes. Throughout the test, your examiner will be looking for overall safe standards of driving, including when you are carrying out the set exercises. You can make up to 15 driving faults and still pass the test (16 or more results in failure). However, if you commit one serious or dangerous fault you will fail the test.

About motorcycle practical test

Minimum test vehicle requirements

Any vehicle presented for use in a driving test must meet minimum test vehicle standards. These standards are part of European Community legislation on driver licensing. Great Britain as a member of the European Union is obliged to comply with these requirements. Below are the minimum test vehicle requirements for mopeds and motorcycles.

Minimum test vehicle requirements for mopeds

A moped must have an engine capacity not exceeding 50 cc, and a maximum speed of 50 kilometers per hour (km/h), which is approximately equivalent to 31 miles per hour (mph). If first used before 1 August 1977, it must be equipped with pedals by which it can be propelled.

Minimum test vehicle requirements for motorcycles

If your motorcycle is less than 75 cc it is not acceptable for the practical motorcycle test. If you pass your practical test on a motorcycle with automatic or semi-automatic transmission, this will be recorded on your license. Your full license entitlement will be restricted to motorcycles in this category.

A light motorcycle (category A1) is defined as a solo motorcycle between 75 and 125 cc, with a power output not exceeding 11 kilowatts (kW) (maximum 14.6 brake horse power (bhp)). Please see note 1.

A standard motorcycle (category A) is defined as a solo motorcycle between 121 and 125 cc, capable of exceeding 100 km/h (62.5 mph). Please note that the BMW C1 motorcycle is not a suitable machine for a practical test. Please see note 2.

Vehicles used for the accelerated access and direct access scheme can have an unspecified engine capacity of at least 35 kW (46.6 bhp), with an unspecified speed. Please see note 3.

The minimum test vehicle requirements for a motorcycle and side-car are the same, as the solo machines, but categories A and A1 must not exceed a power to weight ratio of 0.16 kW/kg. Passengers are not allowed to ride in the sidecar during the test. Only candidates with certain disabilities can use a motorcycle and side-car combination for the test. The licence obtained as a result of this test will be restricted to this combination of vehicle.

Notes:

A light motorcycle licence (category A1) will give you full license entitlement to ride machines up to 125 cc with a power output of up to 11 kW.

A standard motorcycle licence (category A) will restrict you for a period of two years to riding machines with a power output not exceeding 25 kW and a power/weight ratio not exceeding 0.16 kW/kg. After the two year period you may ride any motorcycle.

If you are aged 21 or over you can take the test on a motorcycle with a power output of at least 35 kW (46.6 bhp). If successful you can then ride any motorcycle.

The practical motorcycle test is made up of lots of different elements, an eyesight test, vehicle safety questions, a test of driving ability, a test of specific manoeuvre and a question about riding with a passenger.

At the test centre you must present a valid certificate DL196 unless the test is being conducted on one of the exempted islands. A rider who is upgrading a full moped licence obtained by passing a two part test since December 1990 is exempt.

Vehicle safety check questions and eyesight test

Before you actually start your practical riding test you will be asked to read a number plate to prove you can meet the eyesight requirements. You will also be asked two machine safety check questions before moving away.

The practical test

After the usual pre-test preliminaries e.g. license and identification check the examiner will help the candidate with the fitting of the radio and earpiece.

While accompanying the candidate to the machine the examiner will explain how the test will be conducted and how the radio equipment works.

The law requires anyone riding a motorcycle, scooter or moped, with or without sidecar, to wear protective headgear securely fastened. The test cannot therefore be conducted unless the candidate is wearing properly secured protective headgear.

Note:

An exemption to this requirement exists for followers of the Sikh religion if they are wearing a turban.

At the end of the test

When the practical testis over, the examiner will tell you whether you passed or failed. You can request feedback on your test from the examiner, who will then go through your performance during the test.

If you pass...

If you pass and have a photocard driving license issued after 1 March 2004, the examiner will ask you,if you want your full driving license issued to you automatically. If you want to use this service, the examiner will take your old license off you, scan the details and send them electronically to the Driver and Vehicle Licensing Agency (DVLA). You will then be given a pass certificate to prove you passed your test. DVLA will then send you your new full license by post within three weeks of you passing your practical test.

If you pass your test but do not want to use this automatic service, or have a license issued before 1 March 2004, you will be given a pass certificate by the examiner. On the back of the pass certificate it tells you what you need to do next. This involves sending your license to DVLA who will then check your application and issue you with a new full license.

Once you pass your standard motorcycle test you are restricted to machines of 25 kW (33 bhp) with a power to weight ratio of 0.16 kW/kg for two years.

If you fail...

If you fail the test you should ask the examiner for some feedback to help prepare yourself for your next test. Your driving report form will also show you where you made any mistakes. You must wait 10 clear working days after your practical test before you can book another one.

For More Information Please Visit:

http://www.theory-test.co.uk/

Source: EzineArticles.com.

Did you survive this?

Well, the American test is much simpler, but everyone should be informed about the ways to pass the driving test.

Good luck!
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