Really Bad Driving

February of 2009 ends today, and this means two things: first, the one year anniversary of the blog is apporaching. Second, it's time for a funny driving video. This one is quite sexist (sorry), but it's really good.



They obviously didn't read my driving test guide.

Enjoy the video,
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Pass Both Written and Practical Tests

To get a driver's license, you need to pass both practical and written driving tests. This can be very easy or very hard, depending on your point of view. Here is an article I wrote about this topic.

Getting a Driver's License - How to Pass Both the Written and Road Tests

Fully informed drivers who are well prepared and confident will more than likely pass their driving test. Those who read the best guides and practice each driving method mentioned in guides should be confident in their ability to pass.

In order to receive a driver's license, one must successfully pass both a written and a road test. The written test is given mainly to make sure that the student is well aware of all the rules and regulations that driver's should know. The road test is for making sure that the student actually knows how to drive and is familiar with the features and controls of a vehicle.

It's the road test that many students have problems with. During the road test, an examiner will sit in the passenger's seat and will watch every single move the student takes. He or she will have a clipboard, and will take notes and make marks the entire time. This is obviously enough to make anyone nervous.

Thankfully, there is hope. If you're a driving student, or the parent of one, then you need to use the internet and take full advantage of the great resources that can be found online. The internet can practically be used for anything these days, so it should come as no surprise that you can learn how to drive online!

No matter what state you live in, you can learn everything there is to know about driving and how to pass both the written and road tests. A good internet guide will make studying and preparing for driver's license tests interesting and fun!

So where can you get a good online guide that will take you through the entire driver's license test process? Visit Pass Your Driving Test and you'll just be one step away from getting that driver's license!

Hope you found it useful,
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First Time Driving: Jeremy

Driving a stick is not easy, especially for the first time. Today we have a video of Jeremy (a boy!) driving for the first time, with a stick. He's pretty good, but he stalls the car a few times before understanding the function of the manual gear.



This video was uploaded on September of last year, so Jeremy probably has a few more months before getting his license. Hopefully by now he made it to third gear.

Good luck!
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Police Car Challenge: Part 1

TopGear is always a great place to find some funny vidoes for the middle of the week. Today a new series starts, about how you can turn your car into a police car. Who will succeed? Watch and learn.



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Getting Away With DUI

Last week it was an officer who got away with DUI, but today it's about ordinary citizens. Apparently, in the Vineyard, alcohol is something you can easily drink before you plan to drive. After all, the court dismisses many cases of drunk driving.

For example, one man was seen stopping 10 yards after a limit line of a stop sign. The officer who gave him the fine smelled alcohol and conducted a field sobriety test, in which the man failed. After that, in official tests, he failed with 0.1% BAC. However, the DUI charge was dismissed and the man only received a fine for the stop sign violation.

The police need to get themselves together and start making better decisions. It's impossible to fight drunk driving with such soft hand.

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Improve your Driving Test With These Points

Robin Piggott is one of the most published writer on this blog, and for a reason. He always gives great advice about the driving test. Here is another article of him, this time with ten points you need to master before the test.

Ten Quick Points for Improving Your Driving Test Performance

Here are a few pointers for you to consider:

(1) Right foot ... use the right foot gently on both the gas and the brake pedals. Heavy braking will tell the Examiner that you haven’t prepared sufficiently in advance for your slow down! However when entering a busy major road from a minor road it’s important to get the power down promptly or a car approaching will be forced to brake heavily if you move off too slowly.

(2) When preparing to slow down… or stop for say traffic lights or slow moving traffic commence your braking by coming off the gas pedal promptly and THEN using the brake gently...this will be a lot smoother and will also save fuel and brakes.

(3) Select your chosen gear… for a maneuver in good time (mostly second gear) and never change gear during a maneuver--- (your hand is off the wheel) so you are steering with only one hand! Most, if not all, tight and blind turnings should be taken in first gear for a smoother maneuver and then if the road is clear you can accelerate away in second gear.

(4) Handbrake. The Ten Second Rule ...if you are going to be stopped for ten seconds or more, in any situation then you should use the handbrake. This prevents the car from rolling, for example traffic lights and busy junctions. However if having stopped to make a left or right turn or to enter a roundabout and you can see that the road is completely clear then you should not use the handbrake and should move away immediately.

(5) Steering wheel technique… it’s important not to cross the hands and arms. Use the pull -push technique and it will improve your positioning.

(6) When turning Right ...imagine the centre line of the road into which you are turning, and extend it across your path. This is your turning point and you should not go beyond this mark.

(7) Reversing around the corner........

(a) Don’t go too far past the corner to commence your reverse.

(b) Stop about 14 /16 inches out from the curb.

(c) Pause at the APEX (half -way through the corner) and look Right and then left; if it’s clear, continue; if not stop and use handbrake until the traffic has gone, then continue. Get around the corner first, then bring yourself into the curb and pause again to observe and then finally reverse back in a straight line to your chosen stopping point, making sure that you are not obstructing any gateways.

(8) Roundabouts....if you are at your entry point and a car coming from the right still has some way to go before it reaches Its entry point then you may go, in other words, it is not yet on the roundabout and therefore you are not obliged to give way. Obviously if this situation pertains but the on coming car is going too fast then it is prudent to wait and give way otherwise you are forcing the other car to brake heavily behind you. If you can see very clearly, as you approach your entry point and it is totally clear of traffic, then you do not have to stop and should enter with a little acceleration.

(9) Parked Cars .... do not go right up to the rear of the obstruction before stopping; you have a much better view by staying a good distance back and it’s easier to judge whether you should go or are forced to stop by the oncoming traffic.

(10) Traffic Lights… You must be thinking and watching carefully the changing sequences of each set of lights; they are almost always different. You should be ready to move off the moment the lights go green otherwise other Drivers will take advantage and cause you difficulty.

Copyright Astral Driving School © 2004

Robin Piggott is a Professional Driving Instructor based in Ireland. For a wealth of information on Learning to Drive and passing your Driving Test visit his Web site and Blogs.

http://www.astralmotoring.ie
http://astraldrivingschool.blogs.ie

Source: EzineArticles.com.

Please remember that this article is for UK and Ireland driving only. Some of the points apply for the US, but most don't, so take only what applies for you. And always use a driving guide.

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Watch for Motorcycles

Scaring has always been a technique used by DMVs to prove a point or teach the public. Here is a short video of the New York DMV about motorcycle crashes. It's really scary, but can be quite effective.



Watch for motorcycles!
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Foggy Driving

Yesterday I drove to friends at night, and I noticed it's really cold, much more than usual. When I started driving I noticed that I can barely see anything. Everything was covered with fog.

This driving situation is very scary. I couldn't see anything. I saw traffic lights only when I was about 100 meters from them, and usually I can see them from miles away. The car's windows also lost their transparency, and I had to really slow down.

Be careful when driving through fog. It can be really dangerous.
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Passing the Driver's License Test

The driver's license test can be somewhat strict, but it can also be very rewarding. To help you pass, I wrote an article which explains how to prepare for this test.

Learn How to Pass Your Drivers License Test

Drivers license test-these three words can certainly make one nervous, especially if he or she is just learning how to drive. Unfortunately, half of all new drivers in the US fail their driver's license test. Some even have to take it three or even four times before finally passing!

Yes, the examiners from the DMV can be very strict, but it's for a good reason: careless drivers cause horrible accidents everyday. The only solution is to only give license to new drivers who deserve it. Do you want to be one of those new drivers that passes with no problems at all? Do you want to prove that you're a good driver and that you deserve to pass your drivers license test?

If so, then you'll have to make sure you're prepared. You need to make sure you know all the rules and regulations of the road. You'll have to be aware of the ins and outs of your vehicle - straight down to the basics. Not only that, but you'll have to prove to your test examiner that you're familiar and comfortable with every single aspect of driving.
Being well prepared is the only solution.

You can read your DMV handbook over and over again, and you can even sign up for driver's education classes. But none of that will guarantee your success. Many people do both of those things and still end up failing! So how can you be sure that you're staying one step ahead? By getting your driver's education online.

An online driver's education program will give you all the knowledge and preparation you'll ever need in order to pass your drivers license test. You'll learn every secret, technique, and tip that you'll need in order to successfully get your drivers license. So while all your peers are failing their drivers license tests for the third or fifth time, you'll be passing yours the very next time you take it!

You can easily pass your drivers license test thanks to Nadav's online driver's education program. If you want the knowledge, skills, and information needed for passing your drivers test, then this is THE ONE GUIDE that you MUST HAVE!

Hope you find this article useful,
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First Time Driving: Krystal

When you watch first time drivers too much, you can easily identify the good videos from the bad. The following video of Krystal screaming and driving may not be great, but you can easily see all the brakes of a nervous new driver.



The video was uploaded last month, so Krystal has a long way to go until the license. Hopefully she stops braking hard by then.

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Speeding Drivers: Part 2

The speed chase continues, this time with a bad taxi driver, some accidents, and a definite conclusion: stick to the speed limit.



Drive safely!
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Crime Does Pay - When You're a Policeman

Apparently crime does pay, at least if you are Canadian police officer. Brown, who resigned from the police by now, was charged with five counts of impaired driving. However, the judge of the case removed those charges.

Why were the charges removed? Once again, technical issues. The officer who investigated Brown's accident didn't take complete notes. Apparently, a mistake that can happen to anyone. However, comments to the article suggested that these "mistakes" happen way too often when it comes to taking notes on other officers.

No matter what happens, I hope the judge made the decision with his mind and the law and not with any consideration.

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The Refreshing Pass Plus

New, male drivers pay the highest insurance premiums. That's a fact, and it seems like there is nothing you can do about it. However, if you live in Britain, you can take the "Pass Plus" course, which will help you learn new skills and reduce your premium. Here is an article by Robert Yates about this course.

Refresher Driving Lessons - Pass Plus

If you are a new driver, or haven't driven for a long time, you may feel you could benefit from some refresher driving lessons.

The Pass Plus course is designed by the Driving Standards Agency (DSA), to help new drivers add to their skills. It consists of six different modules, testing:

• Driving in town.

• Driving on motorways.

• Driving in the countryside.

• Driving at night.

• Driving on dual carriageways.

• Driving in all weathers.

There are many benefits of taking refresher driving lessons such as Pass Plus. As well as building up experience of some things you won't have covered in the driving test, such as motorway driving.

New drivers should also consider taking part in the Pass Plus scheme to save money. Once you have completed the course to a satisfactory standard, you may qualify for substantial discounts from many car insurers.

As new drivers generally pay the highest premiums, this discount could be highly useful.

When you are a new driver, you are more likely to crash in the first two years after your test than at any other point. Pass Plus can help you become a safer driver, by ensuring you don't develop any bad habits as a new driver.

Remember, there is no need to feel embarrassed about taking refresher driving lessons. It shows that you are serious about safety on the road. If you aren't comfortable about certain aspects of driving, it is better to work on these with an instructor rather than ignoring them.

Pass Plus centres are available around the country, helping new drivers develop their skills and become safer drivers.

Robert Yates is an experienced writer and motorist. He has written extensively about driving, giving people many tips for your driving test and refresher driving lessons once you have passed.

Source: EzineArticles.com.

If you're British, you might consider this course. It can really help your financial situation in these days of recession.

The California DMV Application Process

Applying for a driving test is an easy process in most states and countries. However, there are some forms you must not forget when applying. Here is a video by the California DMV about the forms you need when applying for the test.



Hope you found it useful,
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Rain Driving and Me

Finally, after a dry January, some rain started to fall here. As a results, drivers automatically moved to extremely defensive driving and cut their speed by 40 km/h.

This means extremely slow drivers, over caution, and a major annoyance. Rain should definitely slow everyone down. However, slowing down too much can be just as dangerous as fast driving during rain.

Hopefully people will smarten up some day.
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Easily Pass your Driving Test

This blog is all about driving and passing the driving test. To help you achieve this goal, here is another article of mine that will help you.

DMV Road Test - Learn How to Pass With Flying Colors!

In order to drive legally, you'll need to pass the DMV road test. The DMV road test is given to everyone who applies for a driver's license. You need to prove that you're responsible and that you know all the rules of the road in order to pass. During the testing, you will be graded by a professional examiner. If you want him or her to give you a passing grade, you'll need to make sure you do everything right.

You'll need to prove that you're familiar with the vehicle and that you know how to properly drive it. Your examiner will be watching your every move, and will knock off points over every small mistake you make. He or she will even notice if your hands aren't positioned perfectly on the steering wheel. You could also lose points if you jerk the wheel around rather than handle it smoothly.

Another thing your DMV road test examiner will be watching for is how comfortable you are with the vehicle's basic features. You'll have to know how to signal correctly, how to turn your wind shield wipers on and off, and so forth. And, of course, you'll need to know when, where, and how to use your brakes.

If all of this sounds discouraging to you, don't worry-the DMV road test doesn't have to be hard. In fact, it can be very easy. All you need to do is understand all the rules. With a good lesson guide, you can learn many little secrets that will help you pass. Studying can be fun. While you will be given a handbook from the DMV to read, there are more detailed and informative guides out there. With the right one, you'll learn all you need to know about passing the DMV road test in no time at all!

The one and only guide you'll ever need for passing your DMV road test can be found on Nadav's driving guide. With this guide, you'll learn plenty of secret tips that can't be found anywhere else! You'll also receive step by step instruction on everything you should do during your DMV road test. Visit today if you really want to pass!

Hope you found it useful,
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First Time Driving: Morgan

Wow. That's all I have to say about the following video. It's hard to believe that Morgan, the driver on the video, is driving for the first time. Watch for yourself and see if you can believe it.



This video was uploaded on September 2007, so Morgan, who started well, probably has her license by now. If not, she'll get it very soon.

Good luck!
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Speeding Drivers: Part 1

Now, when we're done with drunk driving, it's time to take a look at another big cause of accidents: speeding.



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Another Way to Ruin a Driving Test

The Examiner reports that a woman who was taking her driving test didn't do really well. In fact, she ran a stop sign and crashed the car during the test.

This unfortunate incident happened in Maine, while the woman was taking her test with a Maine DMV examiner. She didn't stop at the stop sign and crashed to the side of an SUV.

People should really pay more attention to the way they drive. Accidents shouldn't happen during a driving test at all.

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Stop Fearing Driving Tests

For most people, driving tests are related to pressure, nerves, and feeling uncomfortable. For some people, this feeling can really develop into an anxiety. Luckily, Rich MacKenzie wrote an article about the topic and gives a possible solution.

Fear of Driving Tests

Fear of driving tests is a normal thing that affects different people in different ways. Anybody who has come through young life has had to deal with the stresses of learning to drive. It is one of those rights of passage that each person must go through in order to have a successful life. Some folks just can’t get past their fear of driving tests, though. This is a mental problem that deals with issues of self confidence within a person’s subconscious. If you don’t do something about it, it could impact your ability to gain a driver’s license.

Even if a person is a great driver who would have no problem passing a driver’s test, they can still fear the driving tests. Even if they have been schooled on some of the skills that will be tested during the driving test, they might still hold a sort of apprehension when it comes to actually performing in the test. This is not unusual in any way. When people have a healthy fear of the driving test, it can affect their ability to perform during that test, though. Like with any other sort of fear, this fear is somewhat crippling in the way that it can limit a person’s ability.

Psychological issues and subconscious thoughts have a lot to do with why a person might fear a driving test. Perhaps that person has thoughts that won’t leave their head about their ability to perform. Maybe the person just doesn’t have the ability to stand up to the stress associated with a driving test. Whatever the case, it’s essential to get over this most basic fear and conquer the driving test. One way to do this is through hypnosis.

I have been a hypnotherapist for many years and I’ve seen lots of people come through my clinic looking for help. Some of them come for more serious issues like smoking or addiction issues. Still, others come because they want help getting over their fear of the driving test. They realize that hypnosis is not just something found in magic shows. After going through hypnotherapy treatment, they understand that sometimes, the most important thing is just changing your mindset.

If you are suffering from fear of the driving test, then get some information about hypnosis and find out what it can do for you. You might discover that it’s just the boost you need to help you conquer your fear of a driving test.

For more on driving test nerves and for an effective way to pass your driving test, check Richard's site.

Source: EzineArticles.com.

Hopefully you are now calmer. Of course, a driving test guide can solve many of these issues.

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The Importance of Maintenance

Maintaining good vehicle condition is vital for your driving safety and getting anywhere safely. Here is a video by the California DMV about the importance of keeping your vehicle well.



Be safe!
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Cell Phones - A Great Distraction

Once again, my late night drives have taught me something new: don't speak on the phone while you drive. Ever.

No, I didn't have an accident. I just find it very distracting. The first time I spoke on the phone while driving was after I passed my test, when it was still legal. I nearly hit a taxi. I didn't repeat this, but even when I use a hands-free device, I find it hard to concentrate.

So, as I said, don't speak and drive. Ask the passenger near you for help, or just postpone the conversation. Nothing bad will happen.

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My Tips for the Test

After the last article series about the importance of a guide, I began a new one, this time with some driving test tips. Here is another article in the series.

How to Pass the Driving Test - Learn All the Secrets For Passing!
If you want to officially have your driver's license, you'll first have to learn how to pass the driving test. Even if you think you know how to drive, you still may not have what it takes to pass the test. The written test may have hard questions that you don't know the answers to. The road test may be much harder than what you might expect.

Let's face it, the DMV handbook doesn't provide nearly enough information on how you can pass the driving test. You can read it every day for a month and you still may end up failing your test. It's all too common. It's so common, in fact, that over half of the American population fail their very first driving test.

If state handbooks are really all that great, then why do half the people who "read" them end up failing? It's simple: they weren't prepared enough. Those failing their first driving test didn't show up to the DMV with all the knowledge and skills they needed for passing.

It could also be that they were nervous. However, if they walked into the DMV knowing that they were well prepared, their anxiety could have been lessened. Mistakes are bound to happen, and that's fine, but those who prepare themselves well enough ahead of time are less likely to make them.

Thankfully, there is hope. There are wonderful resource guides on the Internet that will give you all the knowledge you'll need to succeed. If you want to know how to pass the driving test, you will need to read a good guide that help you understand the rules of the road better. You don't have to read your boring DMV handbook over and over again. You don't have to spend a fortune on driving lessons. You can find all the information you need for passing the driving test online!

Knowing how to pass the driving test involves learning all the secrets that you can't find in your state handbook. You need to know certain techniques and steps in order to pass. You can learn all these secrets, techniques, and more by visiting Great-Info-Products.com. Visit today if you want to pass!

Hope you found it useful,
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First Time Driving: Kedra

Being scared of the police is a good habit for new drivers. It teaches them that the law is important and the difference between left and right. Here is Kedra, a new driver, afraid of the police.



This video was uploaded last month, so Kedra still has a long way to go.

Good luck!
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Drunk Driving: Part 5

Today is the fifth and final part of the drunk driving series. Don't ask what's in it, just watch.



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Feel Good to Drive

Flu and cold symptoms can affect your driving. That's according to the redOrbit which reports about the claims of some insurers.

One insurance company went ahead and tested 100 drivers who didn't feel well (cold and flu symptoms) and 50 drivers who were healthy. The results showed that the unhealthy drivers scored on average 11% less than the healthy ones.

Conclusion: make sure you are feeling good and able to drive before even turning the key.
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Pass the Theory Test Easily

The theory test is the last obstacle before getting behind the wheel, which makes it important to pass as soon as possible. Mark J Emslie gives some advice for the confused drive who wants to pass the first time.

Driving Theory Tests - Practical Advice and Top Tips For Passing Your DSA Theory Test

Driving theory tests were introduced in the Uk in 1996. You must take, and pass, the DSA Theory Test (Driving Standards Agency) before you can apply for, and take, your practical driving test. The driver theory test became harder in recent years as, in addition to the multiple choice part of the test, you are now also tested on hazard perception (since November 2002) and both parts need to be passed at the same time. Also, since the 1st September 2007, the pass mark for the multiple choice has been raised to 44 out of 50 questions (30/35).

As a qualified driving instructor, for many years I have seen many pupils struggle with the driver theory test side of learning to drive. Here are my tips and advice for passing your theory test as painlessly and as quickly as possible.

Don't wait until you have had driving lessons before starting your study. Both the theory test studying and practical driving lessons go hand in hand. You will find that the knowledge you have gained from your theory test study will help with your driving lessons and actually driving on the roads will help you learn things for your theory test.

Start learning for your DSA theory test as soon as you can. The last thing you want is to get your driving to driving test standard but you cannot take your practical test as you are still trying to successfully pass your driver theory test. This will also be a waste of money whilst you are continuing with your driving lessons.

You cannot take for your driver theory test before your 17th birthday but you can make a theory test booking beforehand. Use this time to study the learning materials you have.

Apart from simply reading the Highway Code, it is imperative that you also use other training material available. The Highway Code will tell you the rules but will not provide the reasons behind them. If you know the background to why you should, or shouldn't, do something then this will make the whole process easier to understand. If you have access to a computer, you really should get some of the CD ROMs that are available. You will then get a feel for how the Hazard Perception Test will be when you get to the test centre and therefore more prepared for what is ahead.

You have 57 minutes to complete the multiple choice part of the theory test. Use this wisely. Flag questions that you are not sure of and come back to them at the end. You will be surprised at the amount of time you will have left over after completing the questions you definitely know. Do not 'speed read' the questions. It can be very easy to read what you want to read rather than what is actually on the computer screen. Read the questions at least twice and do it slowly.

On the day of your DSA theory test, make sure you have all the required documents to hand. You will need your full driving licence (both parts) and your appointment card. If you have the old style paper licence, you will also need to take an acceptable form of identity.

Remember this, driving theory tests are simple if you have undertaken appropriate preparation and study. If you have skimped on this, you will find any driver theory test hard!

For more information on Driving Theory Tests, a Crash Course or to find a Driving School please feel free to visit the Driving-Schools-Directory.co.uk by clicking the links above.

Source: EzineArticles.com.

Hope you found it useful.
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How to Drive in a Roundabout

Roundabouts are complicated for most new drivers, who have no idea how to handle such road figures. Here is a great video that shows you exactly what to do (please notice that some rules may be different where you live).



Have a great February,
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