In addition to regular hourly and two hourly driving lessons we also provide accelerated driving tuition, sometimes also referred to as ‘crash course driving lessons’or ‘intensive driving lessons’.

So what does it take to become a safe driver? First you need to have a good understanding of the theory of driving and of the highway code, road signs, road markings etc. Add to this knowledge of the Driving Syllabus plus the Driving Skills you need to acquire and some idea of the Show Me Tell Me questions that get asked at the beginning of a driving test. This information is peppered throughout this article.

There is a lot of merit in accelerated driving tuition which basically are a series of driving lessons compressed into a short period of time.

To get the most benefit from accelerated driving tuition, it is advisable to ensure you have passed your theory test.

For your benefit there follows sample theory test questions in order to stimulate your grey cells!

RANDOM THEORY QUESTION

Objects hanging from your interior may do what? Select two of the following.

a) Restrict your view.
b) Improve your driving.
c) Distract your attention.
d) Help your concentration.

Answer – a and c.

RANDOM THEORY QUESTION

Question – Who is responsible for making sure that a vehicle is not overloaded? Choose one answer from the following.

a) The driver of the vehicle
b) The owner of the items being carried
c) The person who loaded the vehicle
d) The licensing authority

Answer – a.

RANDOM THEORY QUESTION

Approaching a roundabout you see ahead of you yellow lines at regular intervals. What is the purpose of the yellow lines? Choose one of the following.

a) To help you choose the correct lane.
b) To help you keep the correct separation distance.
c) To make you aware of your speed.
d) To tell you the distance to the roundabout.

Answer – c.

RANDOM THEORY QUESTION

On a long motorway journey boredom can cause you to feel sleepy. Which two of the following could you do to prevent this.

a) Leave the motorway and find a safe place to stop.
b) Keep looking around at the surrounding landscape.
c) Drive faster to complete your journey sooner.
d) Ensure a supply of fresh air into the vehicle.
e) Stop on the hard shoulder for a rest.

Answer a and d.

RANDOM THEORY QUESTION

Question – You are approaching a hump back bridge. Choose three answers from the six possibles.

a) move into the middle of the road to get a better view
b) slow down
c) get over the bridge as quickly as possible
d) consider using your horn
e) find another route
f) beware of pedestrians

Answer – b,d,f.

RANDOM THEORY QUESTION

Question – In daylight, an approaching motorcyclist is using a dipped headlight. Why? Choose one answer from the following:-

a) So that the rider can be seen more easily
b) To stop the battery overcharging
c) To improve the rider’s vision
d) The motorcyclist is inviting you to proceed

Answer – a.

Accelerated driving tuition lessons normally culminate in a driving test and are conducted over one or two weeks prior to the test.

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.

When booking your driving test it is advisable to allow for a safety margin. If for any reason the accelerated driving tuition has not prepared you fully for a driving test, a safety margin enables you to postpone the driving test without loss of fee. This then allows you more time to better prepare for your test.

Driving test success is not luck. It is the culmination of all you learn during your driving lessons. One part of the learning to drive syllabus covers the procedures for ‘Approaching Junctions To Turn Left Or Right’.

A 2Pass.eu Driving School driving instructor will show you:-
How to understand the meaning of ‘Major And Minor Roads’.
What routine to use for turning left or right from a major to minor road.
What you should be looking for before turning into a minor road.
What is meant by ‘Corner Cutting’ and why it is potentially dangerous.
What to do if an approaching driver ‘Flashes His Headlamp’.
What you must not do to other drivers when turning either left or right.
What the correct procedure is for turning left or right into a minor road.
How to prioritise with regard to pedestrians you see crossing a road you intend turning into.

We at 2Pass.eu Driving School are all experienced and fully qualified driving instructors. Your 2Pass.eu Driving School driving instructor can advise you on the above plus all of the other syllabus items.

I prefer to book the driving test and conduct the crash course driving lessons leaving one or two weeks between the finish of the intensive driving lessons and the test itself. This is to allow for any problems that surface during the crash course driving lessons.

Syllabus Element:- Cockpit Drill – When learning to drive it is most important that you know how to set up the car in order that you are seated comfortably and can reach and see all of the controls.

Sometimes learner drivers do not cope well with the pressure of intensive driving lessons and by leaving a short gap between the crash course driving lessons and the driving test, allows for the possibility that one may need to postpone the driving test.

Driving Skill:- Unless you drive an automatic, are gears smoothly and correctly selected? Is your braking smooth and progressive? Do you use acceleration sense? There is nothing worse than a driver pulling away with tyres screaming, gears crashing as they are changed and worse still, hard braking!

Driving tests cost quite a lot and it is sensible to allow the candidate the option of postponement in order to save the loss of the test fee. Very often, learner drivers are still not ready for a driving test at the end of accelerated driving tuition lessons.

The learning to drive syllabus is extensive. One part of it concerns Pedestrian Crossings and Use Of Signals.

A 2Pass.eu Driving School driving instructor will help you to:-
Learn all of the different types of Pedestrian Crossings.
How to recognise a ‘Pedestrian Crossing’ in the road ahead.
Learn the correct procedure to use on the approach to a ‘Pedestrian Crossing’.
Understand the process of correct signalling.
Deal with hesitant pedestrians at a crossing.
Know what is the safe routine for giving signals.
Learn about road markings as they relate to ‘Pedestrian Crossings’.
Understand hand signals mentioned in the Highway Code.
Realise what signals are unnecessary.

Your 2Pass.eu Driving School driving instructor is an expert in the area of driving. He or she will pass on this knowledge to you, helping you to driving test success.

There is no set amount of hours required for crash course driving lessons as this largely depends on your level of experience. It is normal to conduct an assessment of one’s ability to drive before a recommendation is made as to the number of hours that the intensive driving lessons will involve.

Driving Instruction is not something that everyone can do. In fact statistics show that only very few people who set out to qualify as a driving instructor, actually succeed. The website – http://www.learnerdriver.co.uk/ – claims that only 18% of trainee driving instructors go on to qualify and become registered with the Driving Standards Agency as Approved Driving Instructors.

The government is committed to improving road safety and reducing the number of accidents and fatalities in Great Britain. Although there are many measures to achieve this, one is to tighten up existing legislation as it relates to learning to drive.

2Pass.eu Driving School is playing its part in trying to ensure that in this area you will receive first class training from us. You see, all driving instructors that are associates of 2Pass.eu Driving School have passed all of the qualifying examinations. We are all experts in what we do and that is to guide you to success in your driving test.

One way you can make an informed decision on which driving instructor to choose is to view our 2Pass.eu Driving School website which will go live early in 2009. This area will be covered and you will be able to view the profiles of all driving instructors working here.

If after the assessment, both parties agree that there is a requirement for about 30 hours of accelerated driving tuition, the crash course driving lessons can be scheduled to cover a period of one to two weeks. This means effectively that the learner driver needs to be trained for a period of between three to six hours daily, each day of the intensive driving lessons.

This post about accelerated driving tuition is on the 2Pass.eu Driving School blog

In addition to regular hourly and two hourly driving lessons we also provide accelerated driving tuition, sometimes also referred to as ‘crash course driving lessons’or ‘intensive driving lessons’.

Inserted into the body of this piece are samples of items you need to know and understand and practice. Learning to drive involves a Driving Syllabus and Driving Skills you need to learn, add to this Theory and knowledge of your car via the Show Me Tell Me questions. You will find these as you read the various paragraphs.

There is a lot of merit in accelerated driving tuition which basically are a series of driving lessons compressed into a short period of time.

To get the most benefit from accelerated driving tuition, it is advisable to ensure you have passed your theory test.

For your benefit there follows sample theory test questions in order to stimulate your grey cells!

RANDOM THEORY QUESTION

You are approaching traffic lights that have been green for some time. Which one of the following should you do?

a) Accelerate hard.
b) Maintain your speed.
c) Be ready to stop should the lights change.
d) Brake hard.

Answer – c.

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.

RANDOM THEORY QUESTION

Question – How does alcohol affect you? Choose one answer from the following.

a) It speeds up your reactions
b) It increases your awareness
c) It improves your co-ordination
d) It reduces your concentration

Answer d.

RANDOM THEORY QUESTION

When following a large vehicle you should keep well back. Why? Which one of the following should you choose?

a) It allows you to corner more quickly.
b) It helps the large vehicle to stop more easily.
c) It allows the driver to see you in the mirrors.
d) It helps you to keep out of the wind.

Answer – c.

RANDOM THEORY QUESTION

As a driver what does the term ‘BLIND SPOT’ mean? Choose one of the following.

a) An area covered by your right-hand mirror.
b) An area not covered by your headlamps.
c) An area covered by your left-hand mirror.
d) An area not seen in your mirrors.

Answer – d.

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.

Accelerated driving tuition lessons normally culminate in a driving test and are conducted over one or two weeks prior to the test.

Driving Skill:- Unless you drive an automatic, are gears smoothly and correctly selected? Is your braking smooth and progressive? Do you use acceleration sense? There is nothing worse than a driver pulling away with tyres screaming, gears crashing as they are changed and worse still, hard braking!

When booking your driving test it is advisable to allow for a safety margin. If for any reason the accelerated driving tuition has not prepared you fully for a driving test, a safety margin enables you to postpone the driving test without loss of fee. This then allows you more time to better prepare for your test.

The learning to drive syllabus is extensive. One part of it concerns Pedestrian Crossings and Use Of Signals.

A 2Pass.eu Driving School driving instructor will help you to:-
Learn all of the different types of Pedestrian Crossings.
How to recognise a ‘Pedestrian Crossing’ in the road ahead.
Learn the correct procedure to use on the approach to a ‘Pedestrian Crossing’.
Understand the process of correct signalling.
Deal with hesitant pedestrians at a crossing.
Know what is the safe routine for giving signals.
Learn about road markings as they relate to ‘Pedestrian Crossings’.
Understand hand signals mentioned in the Highway Code.
Realise what signals are unnecessary.

Your 2Pass.eu Driving School driving instructor is an expert in the area of driving. He or she will pass on this knowledge to you, helping you to driving test success.

I prefer to book the driving test and conduct the crash course driving lessons leaving one or two weeks between the finish of the intensive driving lessons and the test itself. This is to allow for any problems that surface during the crash course driving lessons.

Syllabus element:- Bay Parking – you must demonstrate effective all round observation and show consideration to other road users when parking your vehicle.

Control your vehicle making proper use of clutch (if fitted), accelerator, brakes and steering. Allow for clearance as your vehicle is turning, the front will swing out to the left or right depending on the direction of travel.

Keep a special look out for cyclists and pedestrians who may pass close to the front of your vehicle.

Sometimes learner drivers do not cope well with the pressure of intensive driving lessons and by leaving a short gap between the crash course driving lessons and the driving test, allows for the possibility that one may need to postpone the driving test.

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.

Driving tests cost quite a lot and it is sensible to allow the candidate the option of postponement in order to save the loss of the test fee. Very often, learner drivers are still not ready for a driving test at the end of accelerated driving tuition lessons.

Meeting Traffic, Overtaking, Crossing Traffic – What does it all mean?

Your 2Pass.eu Driving School driving instructor knows all about how to deal with the above and can guide you to driving test success by showing you what to do in any given situation. He or she can help with the following:-

Understanding the routine used for overtaking a moving vehicle.
Knowing what to do for the best when meeting traffic or crossing traffic.
Realising when it is safe or not safe to overtake a moving vehicle.
Advising on how much room to allow when passing parked vehicles or roadside obstructions.
Practising the ‘2 Second Rule’.

There is so much more but a 2Pass.eu Driving School driving instructor will provide expert tuition in everything you need to know in order to pass a driving test.

There is no set amount of hours required for crash course driving lessons as this largely depends on your level of experience. It is normal to conduct an assessment of one’s ability to drive before a recommendation is made as to the number of hours that the intensive driving lessons will involve.

According to http://www.learnerdriver.co.uk/ the number of trainee driving instructors that are successful in qualifying in becoming an Approved Driving Instructor, registered with the Driving Standards Agency, is only 18%.

Put another way, 82 out of every 100 that train to become a driving instructor fail! You really do not want to be trained by a trainee! Statistics can be manipulated but the harsh fact is that most people who set out to become driving instructors do not succeed!

2Pass.eu Driving School is proud to say that all driving instructors associated with 2Pass.eu Driving school are qualified Approved Driving Instructors who are registered with the Driving Standards Agency. We are experts in what we do and you can be assured that when you are taught by one of us, you will receive tuition of the highest standard.

Our 2Pass.eu Driving School website will go live early in 2009. At that time, if we have one or more driving instructors associated with 2Pass.eu Driving School, you can view their profiles on our website.

If after the assessment, both parties agree that there is a requirement for about 30 hours of accelerated driving tuition, the crash course driving lessons can be scheduled to cover a period of one to two weeks. This means effectively that the learner driver needs to be trained for a period of between three to six hours daily, each day of the intensive driving lessons.

This post about accelerated driving tuition is on the 2Pass.eu Driving School blog

In addition to regular hourly and two hourly driving lessons we also provide accelerated driving tuition, sometimes also referred to as ‘crash course driving lessons’or ‘intensive driving lessons’.

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.

There is a lot of merit in accelerated driving tuition which basically are a series of driving lessons compressed into a short period of time.

To get the most benefit from accelerated driving tuition, it is advisable to ensure you have passed your theory test.

For your benefit there follows sample theory test questions in order to stimulate your grey cells!

RANDOM THEORY QUESTION

Question – Who is responsible for making sure that a vehicle is not overloaded? Choose one answer from the following.

a) The driver of the vehicle
b) The owner of the items being carried
c) The person who loaded the vehicle
d) The licensing authority

Answer – a.

RANDOM THEORY QUESTION

Question – You are carrying a 5 year old child in the back seat of your car. The child is less than 4ft 5inches (1.35 metres) in height. The child must use an adult seat belt under what circumstances. Choose one answer from the following.

a) A correct child restraint is not available
b) It is a lap type belt
c) The child sits between two adults
d) The safety belt can be shared with another adult

Answer – a.

RANDOM THEORY QUESTION

Objects hanging from your interior may do what? Select two of the following.

a) Restrict your view.
b) Improve your driving.
c) Distract your attention.
d) Help your concentration.

Answer – a and c.

RANDOM THEORY QUESTION

Which of the following may cause loss of concentration on a long journey? Select four from the following.

a) Loud music.
b) Arguing with a passenger.
c) Using a mobile telephone.
d) Putting in a cassette tape.
e) Stopping regularly to rest.
f) Pulling up to tune the radio.

Answers a, b, c, d.

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.

RANDOM THEORY QUESTION

As a driver what does the term ‘BLIND SPOT’ mean? Choose one of the following.

a) An area covered by your right-hand mirror.
b) An area not covered by your headlamps.
c) An area covered by your left-hand mirror.
d) An area not seen in your mirrors.

Answer – d.

Accelerated driving tuition lessons normally culminate in a driving test and are conducted over one or two weeks prior to the test.

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.

When booking your driving test it is advisable to allow for a safety margin. If for any reason the accelerated driving tuition has not prepared you fully for a driving test, a safety margin enables you to postpone the driving test without loss of fee. This then allows you more time to better prepare for your test.

The learning to drive syllabus is extensive. One part of it concerns Pedestrian Crossings and Use Of Signals.

A 2Pass.eu Driving School driving instructor will help you to:-
Learn all of the different types of Pedestrian Crossings.
How to recognise a ‘Pedestrian Crossing’ in the road ahead.
Learn the correct procedure to use on the approach to a ‘Pedestrian Crossing’.
Understand the process of correct signalling.
Deal with hesitant pedestrians at a crossing.
Know what is the safe routine for giving signals.
Learn about road markings as they relate to ‘Pedestrian Crossings’.
Understand hand signals mentioned in the Highway Code.
Realise what signals are unnecessary.

Your 2Pass.eu Driving School driving instructor is an expert in the area of driving. He or she will pass on this knowledge to you, helping you to driving test success.

I prefer to book the driving test and conduct the crash course driving lessons leaving one or two weeks between the finish of the intensive driving lessons and the test itself. This is to allow for any problems that surface during the crash course driving lessons.

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.

Sometimes learner drivers do not cope well with the pressure of intensive driving lessons and by leaving a short gap between the crash course driving lessons and the driving test, allows for the possibility that one may need to postpone the driving test.

Driving Skill:- Can you reverse park either on the road or in a car park whilst safely observing all around you? There are two parking manoeuvres. You need to be able to reverse park into a parking bay. The other parking exercise is known as a ‘parallel park’ where you reverse park on the road.

Driving tests cost quite a lot and it is sensible to allow the candidate the option of postponement in order to save the loss of the test fee. Very often, learner drivers are still not ready for a driving test at the end of accelerated driving tuition lessons.

Meeting Traffic, Overtaking, Crossing Traffic – What does it all mean?

Your 2Pass.eu Driving School driving instructor knows all about how to deal with the above and can guide you to driving test success by showing you what to do in any given situation. He or she can help with the following:-

Understanding the routine used for overtaking a moving vehicle.
Knowing what to do for the best when meeting traffic or crossing traffic.
Realising when it is safe or not safe to overtake a moving vehicle.
Advising on how much room to allow when passing parked vehicles or roadside obstructions.
Practising the ‘2 Second Rule’.

There is so much more but a 2Pass.eu Driving School driving instructor will provide expert tuition in everything you need to know in order to pass a driving test.

There is no set amount of hours required for crash course driving lessons as this largely depends on your level of experience. It is normal to conduct an assessment of one’s ability to drive before a recommendation is made as to the number of hours that the intensive driving lessons will involve.

There is a lot to learn when one trains to become a driving instructor. Firstly, a driving instructor needs to pass a thorough examination of knowledge of theory. A test comprising of 100 questions.

Next, a driving instructor must pass a driving test of a far higher standard than a standard driving test.

The third part, and normally the part that most trainee driving instructors are incapable of passing, is the examination of ones ability to instruct. In order to pass the part three examination, a trainee driving instructor needs to be a fluent communicator of the information needed to impart knowledge.

2Pass.eu Driving School driving instructors and driving instructors associated with 2Pass.eu Driving School are all very experienced and have passed all of the qualifying examinations. When you select a 2Pass.eu Driving School driving instructor you can be sure that you have chosen wisely.

Of course the proof will be when he or she guides you to driving test success!

If after the assessment, both parties agree that there is a requirement for about 30 hours of accelerated driving tuition, the crash course driving lessons can be scheduled to cover a period of one to two weeks. This means effectively that the learner driver needs to be trained for a period of between three to six hours daily, each day of the intensive driving lessons.

This post about accelerated driving tuition is on the 2Pass.eu Driving School blog

In addition to regular hourly and two hourly driving lessons we also provide accelerated driving tuition, sometimes also referred to as ‘crash course driving lessons’or ‘intensive driving lessons’.

This article contains elements of the process involved when learning to drive.

To start with there is the Theory and Hazard Perception Training. This is followed by instruction in driving using a Driving Syllabus. As you learn to drive you will acquire Driving Skills so essential in order to be a safe driver. Finally you learn about your vehicle via the Show Me Tell Me questions, two of which are asked at the start of a driving test.

There is a lot of merit in accelerated driving tuition which basically are a series of driving lessons compressed into a short period of time.

To get the most benefit from accelerated driving tuition, it is advisable to ensure you have passed your theory test.

For your benefit there follows sample theory test questions in order to stimulate your grey cells!

RANDOM THEORY QUESTION

You are approaching traffic lights that have been green for some time. Which one of the following should you do?

a) Accelerate hard.
b) Maintain your speed.
c) Be ready to stop should the lights change.
d) Brake hard.

Answer – c.

RANDOM THEORY QUESTION

Approaching a roundabout you see ahead of you yellow lines at regular intervals. What is the purpose of the yellow lines? Choose one of the following.

a) To help you choose the correct lane.
b) To help you keep the correct separation distance.
c) To make you aware of your speed.
d) To tell you the distance to the roundabout.

Answer – c.

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.

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.

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.

RANDOM THEORY QUESTION

As a driver what does the term ‘BLIND SPOT’ mean? Choose one of the following.

a) An area covered by your right-hand mirror.
b) An area not covered by your headlamps.
c) An area covered by your left-hand mirror.
d) An area not seen in your mirrors.

Answer – d.

Accelerated driving tuition lessons normally culminate in a driving test and are conducted over one or two weeks prior to the test.

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.

When booking your driving test it is advisable to allow for a safety margin. If for any reason the accelerated driving tuition has not prepared you fully for a driving test, a safety margin enables you to postpone the driving test without loss of fee. This then allows you more time to better prepare for your test.

‘Creeping and Peeping’ is what driving instructors call the process of ‘Emerging’.

Part of the Syllabus as it relates to driving, is knowing about ‘Emerging’ and how to do it safely. When you learn with 2Pass.eu Driving School, one of our expert instructors will show you and explain all about ‘Emerging’. For example:-

Who has priority at a ‘Give Way’ junction and how to identify types of ‘Give Ways’.
What routine to use for turning left or right when emerging from a minor road onto a major road.
The correct procedure for ‘Going Ahead’ at a crossroads.
Knowing what is meant by the terms ‘Open Junction’ and ‘Closed Junction’.
What to do for the best when ‘Peeping and Creeping’ based on what you can see.
How and where to position when emerging at junctions where your views left and/or right are obstructed.

Most people start out on the process of learning to drive with the best of intentions. In order to succeed it is helpful to receive guidance from one that knows all about what you need to learn. The best advice is to choose a Driving Instructor who is suitably qualified and properly registered in order to provide tuition.

A 2Pass.eu Driving School driving instructor fits the bill. We are all what is known as ‘Approved Driving Instructors’ (ADI’s). Very experienced drivers and registered with the Driving Standards Agency.

I prefer to book the driving test and conduct the crash course driving lessons leaving one or two weeks between the finish of the intensive driving lessons and the test itself. This is to allow for any problems that surface during the crash course driving lessons.

Syllabus element:- Reversing – When you are reversing you will need to control your vehicles speed. Steer a course reasonably close to the kerb. Remember that the front of your vehicle will swing out as you turn a corner. Throughout all of this, maintain effective observation of the area around you and act sensibly and safely on what you see.

Avoid hitting or mounting the kerb, or steering too wide.

Sometimes learner drivers do not cope well with the pressure of intensive driving lessons and by leaving a short gap between the crash course driving lessons and the driving test, allows for the possibility that one may need to postpone the driving test.

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.

Driving tests cost quite a lot and it is sensible to allow the candidate the option of postponement in order to save the loss of the test fee. Very often, learner drivers are still not ready for a driving test at the end of accelerated driving tuition lessons.

There is so much to learn when learning to drive. Your 2Pass.eu Driving School driving instructor will teach you all about Crossroads.

Who has priority at an unmarked crossroads.
What routine you should use for approaching and/or turning at crossroads.
Why it is important to check crossroads even if you have priority.
What you must be careful of when turning right at a crossroads.
How you should pass an approaching vehicle at crossroads if you are both turning right.
What the purpose is of a yellow box junction.
Where you should position to go ahead at a crossroads.
When you should position towards the centre of the road to go ahead at crossroads.

Your 2Pass.eu Driving School driving instructor will help you with all of this plus a lot more.

There is no set amount of hours required for crash course driving lessons as this largely depends on your level of experience. It is normal to conduct an assessment of one’s ability to drive before a recommendation is made as to the number of hours that the intensive driving lessons will involve.

What does it take to become a Driving Instructor and be qualified to give driving instruction in return for payment?

The process is really quite difficult. So much so that very people are able to qualify as Approved Driving Instructors. The figure according to – http://www.learnerdriver.co.uk/ – is only 18% succeed in qualifying.

How does this affect you? Well, it could, quite easily, if you choose a Driving School that have trainee instructors and yet still charge full price for driving lessons. You could be lucky and get one of the 18% who goes on to get a full licence. But statistics are not on your side because it is more likely that you will get one of the 72% of trainees who fail to qualify. Do you really want to be paying for what could be questionable tuition?

With 2Pass.eu Driving School there is no such dilemma. All Driving Instructors associated with 2Pass.eu Driving School have succeeded in passing all of the Driving Standards Agency qualifying exams. All 2Pass.eu associated driving instructors are registered as Approved Driving Instructors.

When we go live with our 2Pass.eu Driving School website early in 2009, if this area is covered you will be able to view profiles of 2Pass.eu associated driving instructors. We believe that all learner drivers should be provided with as much information as possible in order to make an informed decision. It’s your money, you need to spend it wisely!

If after the assessment, both parties agree that there is a requirement for about 30 hours of accelerated driving tuition, the crash course driving lessons can be scheduled to cover a period of one to two weeks. This means effectively that the learner driver needs to be trained for a period of between three to six hours daily, each day of the intensive driving lessons.

This post about accelerated driving tuition is on the 2Pass.eu Driving School blog

In addition to regular hourly and two hourly driving lessons we also provide accelerated driving tuition, sometimes also referred to as ‘crash course driving lessons’or ‘intensive driving lessons’.

So what does it take to become a safe driver? First you need to have a good understanding of the theory of driving and of the highway code, road signs, road markings etc. Add to this knowledge of the Driving Syllabus plus the Driving Skills you need to acquire and some idea of the Show Me Tell Me questions that get asked at the beginning of a driving test. This information is peppered throughout this article.

There is a lot of merit in accelerated driving tuition which basically are a series of driving lessons compressed into a short period of time.

To get the most benefit from accelerated driving tuition, it is advisable to ensure you have passed your theory test.

For your benefit there follows sample theory test questions in order to stimulate your grey cells!

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.

RANDOM THEORY QUESTION

Question – You are driving down a long steep hill. You suddenly notice your brakes are not working as well as normal. What is the usual cause of this? Choose one answer from the following.

a) The brakes overheating
b) Air in the brake fluid
c) Oil on the brakes
d) Badly adjusted brakes

Answer – a.

RANDOM THEORY QUESTION

On a long motorway journey boredom can cause you to feel sleepy. Which two of the following could you do to prevent this.

a) Leave the motorway and find a safe place to stop.
b) Keep looking around at the surrounding landscape.
c) Drive faster to complete your journey sooner.
d) Ensure a supply of fresh air into the vehicle.
e) Stop on the hard shoulder for a rest.

Answer a and d.

RANDOM THEORY QUESTION

As you are driving along you notice a white arrow to your right. The arrow is pointing left. Which of the following should you do? Select one answer.

a) Drivers to use the hard shoulder.
b) Overtaking drivers there is a bend to the left.
c) Overtaking drivers to move back to the left.
d) Drivers, it is safe to overtake.

Answer – c.

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.

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.

Accelerated driving tuition lessons normally culminate in a driving test and are conducted over one or two weeks prior to the test.

Driving Skill:- Can you turn the car around using forward and reverse gears whilst safely observing all around you? One of the manouevres you could be asked to perform is a ‘turn in the road’. It is important that you practise effective observation whilst maintaining control of the car.

When booking your driving test it is advisable to allow for a safety margin. If for any reason the accelerated driving tuition has not prepared you fully for a driving test, a safety margin enables you to postpone the driving test without loss of fee. This then allows you more time to better prepare for your test.

Learning to drive comprises many skills. Your 2Pass.eu Driving School driving instructor will teach you all about Road Positioning, Hesitancy and Making Progress.

He or she will show you:-
How to position your vehicle for normal driving.
Where you should position to turn right.
Where you should position to deal with either a left or right bend.
Why it is so important to exercise ‘Lane Discipline’.
What is meant by ‘Hesitancy’.
How you can avoid ‘Hesitancy’.
What things determine the maximum safe speed you can drive at.
What the danger is of driving too slowly for the road and traffic conditions.
How to judge a safe separation distance between you and a vehicle ahead.

When you choose a 2Pass.eu Driving School driving instructor you are assured of expert tuition in the above and all of the other skills needed to be a safe driver.

I prefer to book the driving test and conduct the crash course driving lessons leaving one or two weeks between the finish of the intensive driving lessons and the test itself. This is to allow for any problems that surface during the crash course driving lessons.

Syllabus element:- Bay Parking – you must demonstrate effective all round observation and show consideration to other road users when parking your vehicle.

Control your vehicle making proper use of clutch (if fitted), accelerator, brakes and steering. Allow for clearance as your vehicle is turning, the front will swing out to the left or right depending on the direction of travel.

Keep a special look out for cyclists and pedestrians who may pass close to the front of your vehicle.

Sometimes learner drivers do not cope well with the pressure of intensive driving lessons and by leaving a short gap between the crash course driving lessons and the driving test, allows for the possibility that one may need to postpone the driving test.

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.

Driving tests cost quite a lot and it is sensible to allow the candidate the option of postponement in order to save the loss of the test fee. Very often, learner drivers are still not ready for a driving test at the end of accelerated driving tuition lessons.

Meeting Traffic, Overtaking, Crossing Traffic – What does it all mean?

Your 2Pass.eu Driving School driving instructor knows all about how to deal with the above and can guide you to driving test success by showing you what to do in any given situation. He or she can help with the following:-

Understanding the routine used for overtaking a moving vehicle.
Knowing what to do for the best when meeting traffic or crossing traffic.
Realising when it is safe or not safe to overtake a moving vehicle.
Advising on how much room to allow when passing parked vehicles or roadside obstructions.
Practising the ‘2 Second Rule’.

There is so much more but a 2Pass.eu Driving School driving instructor will provide expert tuition in everything you need to know in order to pass a driving test.

There is no set amount of hours required for crash course driving lessons as this largely depends on your level of experience. It is normal to conduct an assessment of one’s ability to drive before a recommendation is made as to the number of hours that the intensive driving lessons will involve.

There is a lot to learn when one trains to become a driving instructor. Firstly, a driving instructor needs to pass a thorough examination of knowledge of theory. A test comprising of 100 questions.

Next, a driving instructor must pass a driving test of a far higher standard than a standard driving test.

The third part, and normally the part that most trainee driving instructors are incapable of passing, is the examination of ones ability to instruct. In order to pass the part three examination, a trainee driving instructor needs to be a fluent communicator of the information needed to impart knowledge.

2Pass.eu Driving School driving instructors and driving instructors associated with 2Pass.eu Driving School are all very experienced and have passed all of the qualifying examinations. When you select a 2Pass.eu Driving School driving instructor you can be sure that you have chosen wisely.

Of course the proof will be when he or she guides you to driving test success!

If after the assessment, both parties agree that there is a requirement for about 30 hours of accelerated driving tuition, the crash course driving lessons can be scheduled to cover a period of one to two weeks. This means effectively that the learner driver needs to be trained for a period of between three to six hours daily, each day of the intensive driving lessons.

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