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Driving test dvd is a driver training DVD designed for
learner drivers in the UK looking to sit their practical
driving test. The sections in this DVD will take a pupil
from a novice learning stage to accomplished driver level
with an advanced system of car control.
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The footage will show and explain how to achieve the high
standard of driving skill required not just for the UK
practical driving test, but for life.
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Internal and external multiple camera angles show both
foot and hand controls in operation, and demonstrate each
task in sequence. Approaching junctions for example, the
viewer can see from the driver's point of view how to
control the car, take effective observation, and to emerge
safely into traffic.
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This
is a comprehensive teaching aid for both learner driver
and driving instructor.
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How to use the driving mirrors
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Use the mirrors well before you intend to signal
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Use the mirrors well before you intend to change lane
and direction through corners and bends.
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Generally, use them often to reduce blind spots and make
it easier to judge speed and distance.
* Use the rear view mirror before you
slow down to be aware of the gap between you and the driver
behind especially when braking up to an amber traffic
light - you could make the wrong judgment call !
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Check
the rear view just
before you accelerate, - a following driver may be alongside
you!
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Video footage showing a reverse round a corner during
a driving lesson
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Round corner - Same preparation and observations when
starting as a sharp corner.
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The point of turn is reached when you can see the corner
appearing in the left
rear window. This is when you should start
steering left. - At the apex of the corner, pause again
and check for traffic and pedestrians. Look round !
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Use a marker on the rear window to judge when to straighten
the wheels. A fixed marker could be the position of
the
rear wiper on a hatchback,
or a sticker on the bottom of the rear window. When
the kerb lines up with this marker, straighten the wheels
and continue to run parallel to the kerb looking directly
behind you until asked
to stop..
* If you get into trouble, draw forward
to the junction and correct your position without starting
from scratch. Remember if you have to correct,the situation
behind or at the junction ahead of you may change -
check again
*Video
footage of a reverse park on a driving lesson
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Make any adjustments to the left door mirror (if used)
before you start the maneouvre. Check to ensure
that it is safe to pull away from the side of the road,
remembering the blind spot. Signal to stop if neccessary
as you come alongside the target car. Give way to any
other road users, but should they pull up or stop to
allow you to finish, then carry on with the exercise.
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Remove the seatbelt if it makes the exercise easier.
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During this maneouvre it's important to keep checking
for approaching and following traffic, cyclists and
pedestrians. At least two right shoulder checks should
be used .
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Remember during the maneouvre, you can pull
forward if you have to correct your position.
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footage of a three point turn on a driving lesson
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You will be asked to " turn the car round to face
the opposite way using forward and reverse gears - try
not to touch the kerb when turning ".
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When moving off, set the clutch just below biting point
unless on a steep hill, where the clutch would need
to be slightly higher. (small petrol engine cars will
require a steady flow of acceleration) We used a diesel
2 litre not requiring much revs for this film.
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Take good all round observations at all times - if you
are not sure whether an approaching driver will stop
when you are on the second or third stage, wait- but be ready to move off - don't wait until
the driver is so close to you where you have to set
the handbrake, gear and clutch at the last minute.
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This exercise is based on a road with a steep camber.
Certain roads you may not require the handbrake.
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Video footage of a sharp corner reverse on a driving lesson
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Sharp corner - Make sure there are no other road users
around before you start this exercise
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The point of turn is reached when you can see the corner
appearing in the left rear window. This is when you
should start steering a full lock to the left. - Remember
to check round again as the nose of the car swings out
sharply on this type of corner. At the apex of the corner,
pause again and check for traffic and pedestrians. Look
round !
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Use a marker on the rear window to judge when to straighten
the wheels. A fixed marker could be the position of
the rear wiper on a hatchback, or a sticker on the bottom
of the rear window. When the kerb lines up with this
marker, straighten the wheels (this may be one and a
half or two turns of the steering wheel) and continue
to run parallel to the kerb looking directly behind
you until instructed
to stop..
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Changing gears and planning
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Use
the Mirror-Position-Speed-Look routine when planning
ahead into junctions and bends.
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Changing down gears helps to reduce speed on the approach
to a bend and gives the driver time to assess the shape
of the bend ahead.
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Use the intermediate gears for acceleration and select
the higher gears to help reduce fuel consumption when
cruising at higher speeds.
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When you intend to stop this can be done in the same
gear - it's not neccessary to downshift when just coming
to rest.
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If you drive in slow moving traffic, the car must be
in the correct gear to match the speed. It's alright
however to "block change" through the gears
ie change from fourth down to second for example or
third to first.
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Dealing with the emergency service vehicles
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Slow down and stop if neccessary - leave a space for
them to get through the traffic
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In some cases, you may have to edge forward over the
stop line if you were sitting at a red traffic light
to clear a space for the emergency vehicle(s)
*Ambulance
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Police
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Fire engines
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Driving in all weathers
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Precautions to take in bad weather
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How to avoid skids in poor weather conditions
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Driving in snow
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Driving in fog
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Driving in heavy rain and through floodwater
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Be more visible use headlights during wet weather
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Pedestrians crossing the road in bad weather
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Pass Plus is a course designed for newly qualified young
drivers to build on existing skills
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Certain areas may not have been covered during normal
driving lessons - this courses will fill the gaps
The course itself consists of six modules :
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Driving on motorways
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Driving on dual carriageways
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Driving at night
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Driving in town
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Driving on rural roads
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Driving in all weathers
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Go to the Pass
Plus official website to see what local authorities
will give fee assistance to pupils
