How To Achieve A Perfect Forward Bay Park If you are asked to do a forward bay park as your manoeuvre during your driving test then you would be directed to a public car park (Reverse bays would take place at the test centre car park if it has one). At which point you would be asked to choose a space on the left or the right and park your car safely forwards into a bay. To do this safely and correctly - at 4front Driving School , we advise our students to keep the car positioned to the left if you are choosing a space on the right. And vice versa keep the car positioned to the right if you are choosing a space on the left. Depending on how busy the car park is will probably affect the decision you make regarding choice of space. You may also need to indicate early if the car park is busy so that you don't build up a backlog of drivers getting frustrated with you stopping. However, the more confident and competent you become with this manoeuvre, the quicker, s...

Have you ever considered different senarios that you may face when you are out on the road. Here is a common one to consider. Senario - So we’ve just had a downpour of rain and the sun has started to come out which is rather low in the sky. What do you need to consider or be aware of? The glare off the sun on the road As the the sun reflects the water on the road it causes a glare that affects the drivers visibility and makes the road markings more difficult to see. How could you deal with this situation to make the driving condition easier to contend with? At 4front Driving School we encourage our students to, 1) Use your sunglasses, (and bring them with you to each lesson so that you are prepared) 2) Use the sun visor to reduce the glare, 3) Slow down if your visibility is reduced to give yourself more time to make decisions and direct the car more safely and efficiently. 4) Remember to still check your mirrors as you will still be able to see how accurately you are positioned ...

My personal progress log Why not create a personal log that you can update each driving lesson that reflects on what went well, what didn't go so well and what you may need to work on. This can help you progress and achieve your goals and give you personal targets to work towards. What went well? Praise yourself for what you have achieved that lesson and how far you have come. Look back on what you have learnt so far and what new challenges and situations you have faced. Have you achieved your goal from last lesson? What didn't go so well? What didnt go so well that you may need to work on. Why didn't it go to plan and what would you do differently if you were to face that same situation again? What do you need to work on next time? Give yourself a goal for next lesson. Make it your target and remember to reflect back on it before your lesson. If you are interested in learning to drive then please call Simon at  4front Driving School  on 07905657229 Or visit our website o...

Learn Your Road Signs This is a free PDF download to help you understand and recognise your road / traffic signs.   Its not just used to pass your theory, you need to recognise them everyday when out on the road, learning to drive and after passing your practical driving test. Click on the image or link below to open the resource. https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/government/uploads/system/uploads/attachment_data/file/519129/know-your-traffic-signs.pdf If you are interested in learning to drive then please call Simon at 4front Driving School on 07905657229 Or visit our website on  http://www.4frontdrivingschool.co.uk You can email 4frontdrivingschool@gmail.com Or visit our Facebook Page at  http://www.facebook.com/4frontdrivingschool

Cats Eyes and Reflective Studs The reflective studs that you see on some roads otherwise known as cats eyes reflect light from your headlights lighting up the road ahead of you when driving at night. Cats eyes come in different colours to represent different parts of the road. It is important to understand what they represent.  White - lane separation or the middle of the road / carriageway. Red- The left hand side edge of the road. Yellow - Central reservation of a dual carriageway or motorway, Green studs - The edge of the main carriageway at lay-bys and slip roads Green / Yellow - temporary adjustments to roadworks. If you are interested in learning to drive then please call Simon at 4front Driving School on 07905657229 Or visit our website on  http://www.4frontdrivingschool.co.uk You can email 4frontdrivingschool@gmail.com Or visit our Facebook Page at  http://www.facebook.com/4frontdrivingschool

One Way Systems One-way systems can present a confusing challenge to not only learner drivers, but experienced drivers alike.  Therefore at 4front Driving School we encourage our students to familiarize themselves with the one way Systems around towns they learn in which in turn will help them to adapt their understanding of how they work with new systems they come across in the future. They can often involve multiple lanes. During a driving test, the examiner will either tell you which lane they would like you to take, or ask you to ‘follow the signs for’ – leaving it for you to decide which lane is appropriate. Look out for signs, road markings or follow the basic rule left hand lane for left and right hand lane for right. Left hand lane for straight on unless lane markings say otherwise or there are more than 2 lanes. Many driving tests are failed on one-way systems due to learner drivers using the incorrect lane, realising they are in the incorrect lane and accessing the correc...

‘Tell me’ questions 1. Tell me how you’d check that the brakes are working before starting a journey. Brakes should not feel spongy or slack. Brakes should be tested as you set off. Vehicle should not pull to one side. 2. Tell me where you’d find the information for the recommended tyre pressures for this car and how tyre pressures should be checked. Manufacturer’s guide, use a reliable pressure gauge, check and adjust pressures when tyres are cold, don’t forget spare tyre, remember to refit valve caps. 3. Tell me how you make sure your head restraint is correctly adjusted so it provides the best protection in the event of a crash. The head restraint should be adjusted so the rigid part of the head restraint is at least as high as the eye or top of the ears, and as close to the back of the head as is comfortable. Note: Some restraints might not be adjustable. 4. Tell me how you’d check the tyres to ensure that they have sufficient tread depth and that their general condi...

Push, Pull Steering Technique At 4front Driving School we teach the Push Pull Steering Technique as it is the is the expected and safest method of steering when learning to drive, reducing the risk of loosing control and avoids crossing arms. This technique allows you - the driver to sit in a better posture position. It helps you achieve a more controlled grip of the steering wheel and helps you perform smoother turn of the wheel. Therefore it is recognised as the safe practice when it comes to steering than other techniques. However when you pass your test it is up to you to decide what technique you adapt into your own Driving style or technique. https://youtu.be/fVxAa4BGXaM The Technique Explained Position your hands at 10 O'clock and 2 O’clock on the steering wheel as if you were driving in a straight line.  When you want to turn left, the left hand and right hand slide to 12 O'clock The left hand pulls the steerin...

The cost of getting on the road Learning to drive, buying a car, tax and insurance are part of prepping a young driver for life as a motorist. But how much does it really cost? This guide  by Go Compare not only gives you comparison of car insurance quotes, but can offer short-term learner driver insurance for drivers aged 17-65, starting from seven days to 24 weeks - with the ability to select cover type. https://www.gocompare.com/car-insurance/guide/the-cost-of-getting-on-the-road/ Sorry, you do not have iframe working. Click here to go to the article. The cost of getting on the road Learning to drive, buying a car, tax and insurance are part of prepping a young driver for life as a motorist. But how much does it really cost? This guide by Go Compare not only gives you comparison of car insurance quotes, but can offer short-term learner driver insurance for drivers aged 17-65, starting from seven days to 24 weeks - with the ability to select co...

Motorway Information Signs  All motorway signs are blue. The following table identifies the most common signs and what they mean.  Read on for more information on Motorway Driving Pass Plus   can help you get to grips with parts of driving you may not have covered in much detail in your lessons such as motorway driving. Alternatively, you could ask your driving instructor to take you for a couple of extra lessons in areas such as this to build your confidence. Or we may suggest this as part of driver training. Pass plus can be covered after your test, read on to find out more about Plus and how 4front Driving School could help you. If you are interested in learning to drive then please call Simon at 4front Driving School on 07905657229 Or visit our website on  http://www.4frontdrivingschool.co.uk You can email 4frontdrivingschool@gmail.com Or visit our Facebook Page at  http://www.facebook.com/4front...

Traffic control lights There is a sequence to remember when it comes to traffic lights, but what do they mean?  (please note that some crossings work differently and an amber flashing light may appear)   RED means ‘Stop’. Wait behind the stop line on the carriageway RED AND AMBER also means ‘Stop’. Do not pass through or start until GREEN shows. GREEN means you may go on if the way is clear. Take special care if you intend to turn left or right and give way to pedestrians who are crossing. AMBER means ‘Stop’ at the stop line. You may go on only if the AMBER appears after you have crossed the stop line or are so close to it that to pull up might cause an accident. What about amber flashing lights? Pelican crossings are signal-controlled crossings operated by pedestrians. Push-button controls change the signals. Pelican crossings have no red-and-amber stage before green; instead, t...

A tutorial in gear selection Changing gear allows a car to be driven economically, reducing fuel consumption and maximising performance. The more you become consistent with your gear selection, matching it with the revs and good clutch control then the more fuel efficient you will become. Most modern cars have 6 gears and reverse. To change gear: Once you have achieved 2000 revs per minute - Release the accelerator pedal and then press the clutch pedal down fully. Remove your left hand from the steering wheel, position the hand according to the gear needed and avoid cupping it around the gear knob and move the lever gently but precisely from one position to another. Return your left hand to the steering wheel. Release the clutch pedal slowly snd smoothly   Then once released reapply power by pressing down on the accelerator pedal to continue to increase your speed. Whilst changing gear you must always keep your eyes on the road and not look down at the gear...

The 2 Second Rule When you learn to drive with 4front Driving School, you are taught to be a better and safer driver. One of the key factors to drive safely is to keep at least a 2 second gap between you and the vehicle In front at all times. You will realise that the following distance increases the faster you go but the time it takes you to get to the same point as the vehicle In front stays the same. We need to keep a safe distance so that we have enough time to think and react. As we all know safety on the road is paramount, but so often drivers just don't pay attention to the two second rule. If you find that the vehicle behind you is ignoring this rule and following too close we suggest reducing the speed slightly and increase the distance between you and the vehicle In front so that you reduce the risk of needing to brake hard. So, what is the two second rule? Well, one second is the distance between yourse...

What is inevolved in the pulling up on the right manoeuvre? The pulling up on the right and reversing in a straight line manoeuvre was included in the driving test in 2017. The manoeuvre is pretty straightforward. There are three main parts to this manoeuvre:  ● pulling up on the right-hand side of the road,  ●reversing for 2 or 3 car lengths in a straight line and then, ●pulling away safely to rejoin traffic on the correct side of the road. Whilst the Highway Code advises drivers not to park against the flow of traffic, the DVSA notes that there are many real-life situations in which drivers may have to do so. As such, it's important that learners to understand how to perform the manoeuvre safely and correctly.   If you are asked to pull up on the right, it will sound something like this: “Ahead I want you to find somewhere safe to pull up on the right-hand side of the road giving yourself enough room to reverse back about 2 to 3 car lengths back in a straightl...