Driving test advice

I regularly get asked for advice on how to cope with the driving test. So here are my top tips for success:

* Treat it like a driving lesson - It isn't a test, it's an assessment. Just treat it like another drive. The examiners want to see - safe, confident and controlled driving. So relax and enjoy!

* Get your Driving Instructor to organise a mock test - Get used to driving with someone new.

* Go the wrong way! - Be happy to go the wrong way. It isn't a test of your directional ability, so if it's safer to not turn or stop don't!

* Don't ask friends for advice - It's rarely good or even true!

* Get a good Driving Instructor - They MUST have an ADI badge in the window. They will give you honest advice and support you through the test.

* Don't aim to pass - Is 'the test' really your big goal? My drivers want freedom, safety and independence! The test is important for 40 minutes, but they are looking forward to the next 40 years!

* Enjoy it! - when you achieve that pass, maybe that first time pass, you will be smiling for a week!

Good luck!

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