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Posted on February 10, 2012 by drivejohnsons
At driveJonhson’s we always want you to be able to pursue your driving instructor training with ease. However, the DSA have placed some conditions on who can apply to become an ADI. If any of the below doesn’t concern you, please let us know and we will assess your situation further. You are legally entitled to become an ADI if the following applies to you:
You must be over 21 years of age and held your licence for 3 years.
You hold a full UK, European Union or European Economic Area unrestricted car driving licence.
You have held the car driving licence for at least 4 out of the past 6 years before you join the register when you qualify. Holding the following all count towards the four years : a foreign driving licence, an automatic car driving licence, a provisional licence held after passing the driving.
You have not been disqualified from driving in the last four years before you join the register.
You are a ‘fit and proper’ person to have your name entered on the register. Any previous motoring convictions/other criminal records will be taken into consideration.
Another minimum requirement for becoming a registered driving instructor when you first apply is a CRIMINAL RECORD CHECK. You will then be rechecked every four years after that if you choose to extend your ADI registration.
If you do currently hold a criminal record, you may still be able to train for a driving instructors licence depending on the offence and its circumstances. The DSA will need to assess whether or not you are a risk to your pupils and will consider the following factors :
How serious the offence is
When the offence occurred
If your conviction/offence is relevant
Assess if there is a pattern of offending behaviour
Your personal circumstances involved with the offence, also if there are any other explanations or defence on your behalf.
Although your personal circumstances will be considered, your application is unlikely to be successful if you have been convicted of offences involving drugs, violence, drugs, sexual or financial situations. If you name is/has been on the ‘Sex offenders’ register or you have been prohibited from working with children your application will also be unlikely.
Having Disabilities and Becoming a Driving Instructor.
Having a disability doesn’t prevent you in becoming an ADI. If you possess and unrestricted driving licence you can apply through the normal process. However. if your licence is restricted to driving an automatic vehicle, you will not be permitted to teach in a manual car.
You will have to carry out an ‘emergency control assessment’ before DSA considers your application. This is done to assess our ability of how you would take control of a vehicle in case of an emergency from the passengers seat.
For more information on driving instructor training, please call 0800 458 1226 today!
Posted on February 7, 2012 by drivejohnsons
People often criticise female drivers for being rubbish at parking, driving too slow or being clumsy. Well, with an ongoing debate as to whether male drivers are better than female drivers, driveJohnson’s show you exactly why the woman are just as good as the men!
At driveJohnson’s, we often receive requests for female driving instructors for various reasons. One being, people often find women very patient. When learning to drive, it is essential to feel at ease and comfortable with your driving instructor to ensure you remain calm whilst driving. Others may prefer a female instructor as their friends/family have also learnt to drive with a female instructor and achieved excellent results. If having a female driving instructor is your preference for any reason, then it is crucial that you have an option to choose from.
Taking this into consideration and requested by popular demand, driveJohnson’s are now covering the Oxford area to deliver more 1st time passes to each of it’s pupils. Furthermore, our female driving instructor, Melissa is now joining our fantastic team to deliver driving lessons in Kidlington, Oxford and the surrounding areas.
Melissa has been teaching people to drive for many years and ticks every box for a driving instructor that knows how to pass you first time!
“ I love teaching people how to drive, it gives both me and my pupils a sense of achievement which is a great feeling. I see the results that driveJohnson’s achieve and hope my skills and past experience can add positively to it! I don’t just want to teach people how to pass their test but also how to be a safe driver”
For more information on Melissa or our other female driving instructors in Oxford, please call 0780886119 today where someone is always willing to help.
Posted on January 26, 2012 by drivejohnsons
If you are studying for your theory driving test after the 23rd January test 2012, you should know that the DSA have altered the way that the test is now passed. The test now also consists of new case study scenarios in which the DSA will not publish any of the questions or material in order to push your knowledge to the limit.
You will be given a scenario or short story where you will then be asked 5 case study based questions that are aimed to test your knowledge on various subjects. The DSA believe that the former theory test doesn’t allow you to assess your driving theory knowledge but to simply memorise what may occur during the test.
The theory test will still consist of 50 multiple choice questions with the 14 Hazard perception clips still being included. Although the theory test has now changed, it is still essential to revise as much as possible to ensure that you are completely ready.
Here are are a few tips as to how you can revise for the new theory test to guarantee a 1st time pass.
Study the Highway code : The Highway code will teach you how roads operate and the rules in which to follow. If you are ever unsure of any information, The Highway code will be sure to provide you with accurate and precise answers.
Practice with as many of the Hazard Perception test videos as possible : Interactive videos can be found online or on the Driving Test Success DVD’s and allows you to see how the section would operate in the actual theory test.
Use up to date and relevant DVD material : Th Driving Test Success DVD covers all areas of the test making it easy for you recap any subjects that you want to revise again.
New changes to the test may seem scary but if you revise properly, there is nothing to worry about. For more information on new changes to the theory driving test, please call 0800 458 1226 today!
Posted on January 20, 2012 by drivejohnsons
Due to our ever increasing success story and providing hundreds of 1st time passes every year, driveJohnson’s are now offering driving lessons in Luton, Dunstable, Houghton Regis, Caddington, Toddington, Leighton Buzzard, Barton Le Clay and Linslade.
At driveJohnson’s we like to accommodate to everyone’s needs and so provide both male and female driving instructors in Luton. We’d like to welcome Hayley to the driveJohnson’s team, a highly skilled and experienced female driving instructor in Luton that has what is takes to turn you into an excellent driver fast! Hyacinth has specialised in intensive driving courses in Luton throughout her career and has developed the perfect way for pupils to pass their test in the matter of weeks. Crash driving courses takes hard work and commitment along with a good driving instructor that knows the area well. It is crucial to know the area you are learning to drive in so you can familiarise yourself with any difficult areas on your driving test. Hayley knows Luton inside and out making her the perfect driving instructor to prepare you for what may arise during your test in a short space of time.
“ It is a great feeling to help someone get ready for their test in a short space of time. My pupils often get very excited and proud of getting through their driving lessons in Luton so quickly. It is an even better feeling when they pass 1st time, I take pride in knowing I am doing a good job as a driving instructor! ”
If you would like to have a driving lesson with Hayley you can choose from one of our great offers and see how great having a female driving instructor in Luton is! Select from a £10 taster, £180 for 10 lessons and much more!
So, for Male and Female Driving Instructors in Luton, Pass Plus, Intensive driving Courses, Taxi driver training and any more information on our driving lessons in Luton, please call 0800 458 1226 today!
Posted on January 6, 2012 by admin
A vehicle that is driven by someone carrying out business on behalf of a company is regarded as a place of work and therefore subject to current legislation. To ensure your company complies with this law, Fleet driver training is available to keep you safe and up to date with current legislation. This is to promote safety within the company and each individual driver, further reducing road accidents. Furthermore, Fleet driver training provides benefits that spreads far wider to the community than just the driver their self. Other road users and your company are also impacted by the effects of fleet driver training that enables everyone to use the road safely. As the Fleet driver training specialists, we offer all of our services in Milton Keynes, Bedford and Northampton.
Van drivers and company cars are involved 1 in every 4 serious road collisions, increasing the risk of injury and costs to your business. The Health & Safety at work act ensure that employers are aware of the responsibilities and risks their employees face whilst driving. It is essential as an employer to enforce any measurements that may reduce the risk of collisions occurring. At driveJohnson’s we provide tailored and precise Fleet driver training in Milton Keynes along with company driver risk assessments to benefit any business and their employees. car insurance premiums, Fuel costs and repairs are just some of the things that can be positively affected through our specialist Fleet driver trainers in Bedford. Our driver risk assessments are designed for everyone regardless of type of company vehicle or driver to ensure your driving programme is tailored to your company and employees.
FACT
The cost to industry of work-related collisions is estimated to be £2.6 – £2.9billion per year. Industry estimates vary for the number of companies doing enough work on road risk management but it is pretty safe to say that less than 33% of companies have a policy, leaving the remaining 67% at odds with present legislation. For more information on Fleet driver training in Northampton or driving lessons, please feel free to call 0800 458 1226.
Posted on December 30, 2011 by drivejohnsons
If you are looking for female driving instructors in Milton Keynes, then driveJohnson’s is the school for you! We have several dedicated and hard working female driving instructors to give you the option of who takes your driving lessons.
All of our female driving instructors in Milton Keynes have been teaching for years and are full of knowledge and experience to guarantee your 1st time pass with driveJohnson’s. You may wish for a female driving instructor for many reasons which is why we always ensure that we’ve have the best instructors available.
Here is some information on our female driving instructors in Milton Keynes :
Joan : Joan has been a driving instructor for many years and has even owned her very own driving school in Milton Keynes. She covers all aspects of driving including pass plus, taxi driver training, intensive driving lessons and more.
“ Learning to drive in Milton Keynes is a great area as it is fairly small which decreases the amount of possible test routes. This means I can focus on particular test routes in great detail which thoroughly prepares them for their driving test.
Sheena : Sheena was one of our very first female driving instructors in Milton Keynes and produces lots of 1st time passes every week! Sheena is also a qualified fleet driving instructor and offers speed awareness courses which gives her lots of skills that instructors from other driving schools do not have.
Lyn : Lyn has been teaching with us for a long time and has covered many test centres in South East England which helps her to understand various road conditions and areas. “ I really enjoy dealing with nervous pupils as it’s great seeing their confidence grow.”
Click through to our female driving instructors in Milton Keynes page to choose your favourite instructor. For more information on driving lessons or other inquiries, please call 0800 458 1226 where one of our experts are waiting to help.
Posted on December 15, 2011 by drivejohnsons
If you are taking taking lessons with our driving instuctors in Luton, you will know that there is a 1 in 4 chance of receiving an Emergency Stop during your driving test. An Emergency Stop will test your competence in stopping the car as quickly and as safely as possible. It’s important to know how to carry it out efficiently as it could result in you failing your test.
Why is an Emergency Stop important?
You may have to carry out an Emergency Stop for various reasons when you drive. A small child may run into the road, someone in front may suddenly brake or there could be problems with your own car in which the safest thing to do is stop the vehicle. Hopefully you won’t need to but whatever the reason may be, you need to know how to stop the car in the quickest way possible to prevent a car accident.
If you drive with our driving instructors in Luton, your driving instructor will thoroughly cover the Emergency Stop before your driving test. However, here are some of the reasons you may fail on performing an Emergency Stop :
Not reacting quickly enough. A delay in reaching the brake pedal quickly enough will cause the car to travel further than it should.
Not stopping quickly enough. The brake pedal should be pressed very firmly. By not doing so, the car will take longer to stop.
Vehicle skids out of control. Stamping on the pedal resulting in a skid, although a small skid if bought under control quickly might not fail you.
Taking your hand off of the steering wheel before the vehicle stops. You try to apply the parking brake or touch the gear stick before the vehicle has actually stopped.
Applying the parking brake before the vehicle has stopped. This could result in the vehicle going out of control.
Not checking your mirrors once you have stopped. You will not be aware of what is going on behind you. Not completing an all round observation once you are asked to drive on. A 360 observations must be done as usual before you drive on to ensure it is safe to move off.
Not signaling if there were someone to benefit while stationary or before moving off after the Controlled Stop. It could be a car in front or behind you, let them know you are stationary or let them know you are about to move off, if it is safe to do so.
If you are interested in joining our driving instructors in Luton or would like more driving test tips, then call 0800 458 1226 today!
Posted on November 24, 2011 by drivejohnsons
If you are taking driving lessons with our driving instructors in Aylesbury, you will know that your speed should always be considered whilst driving. It keeps everyone safe and prevents road accidents which is what we should all aim to be – safe drivers!
You will receive a major fault on your driving test for driving too fast or slow on various roads, so here are some speed limit rules to ensure that you Pass with Class! It is important that you drive with the flow of the traffic which means that everyone should be travelling at similar speeds (within the speed limit) For example, if you are travelling on a dual carriageway which has the limit of 70mph, you should try travelling at around 65-70mph where possible. This is because driving too slowly can also cause road accidents. Travelling 35 mph on a 70mph road can cause tailgating or dangerous overtaking which are also safety issues.
There other factors that you should also consider when contemplating your speed. Road conditions are a very good example of this. Although you may be able to travel 70mph on a dual carriageway doesn’t mean that is appropriate if there is thick snow or ice on the road. Always remember to adapt to your driving conditions! Below, are the national speed limits for the UK for cars and motorbikes:
Built up areas : 30MPH
Single Carriageway : 60MPH
Dual Carriageway :70MPH
Motorway : 70MPH
These speed limits apply at all times. The only exception is if road signs indicates a different speed limit. For example, a very built up area may only have the limit of 20mph. If you are unsure of any speed limits then please speak to your driving instructors in Aylesbury about it which you can then record in your driveJohnson’s lesson planner. This is for the benefit of your driving test and your safety on the road!
If you would like more information on speed limits or our driving instructors in Aylesbury, feel free to call 0800 458 1226 today!
Posted on November 18, 2011 by drivejohnsons
At driveJohnson’s we understand that everyone learns through different techniques and styles, so to assist your learning we have developed some learning resources to make sure you Pass with Class!
driveJohnson’s Lesson Planner
Every new learner driver will receive a lesson planner that structures their lessons. This is so both you and your driving instructor in Aylesbury can keep track of your progress. Your lesson planner is also full of essential diagrams, tips and advise to guide you through your driving process.
Online Test Routes
The DSA have recently changed the practical driving test in which you must drive independently for a short time during the exam. Therefore, the owner of the driving school in Aylesbury, Anthony Johnson has formulated all of the possible test routes that you may be asked to prepare you to the fullest! Our online videos show you possible locations and advise on how to handle difficult roads, junctions, turnings etc.
Video Tutorials
If ever you feel you have a difficult driving lesson and want to recap what you have learnt, you can always ask your driving instructor in Aylesbury or take a look at our online video tutorials. Reverse around the corner, parallel parking, moving off and stopping and approaching junctions are just some of the videos that you can have a look at to refresh your mind!
Theory DVD’s and tuition
If you haven’t completed your theory test when joining driveJohnson’s, we will provide you with a theory DVD free of charge! Your driving instructor in Aylesbury will also offer you private tuition on any questions or scenarios that you may be unsure of for the test.
driveYourself
To compliment your driving lessons in Aylesbury, you can purchase our driveYourself audio DVD. It is placed into the car and teaches you how to drive yourself with detailed and precise step by step instructions in the supervision of family and friends.
Drive Alert
Concentration is one of the most important factors to consider when taking your driving lessons in Aylesbury. To improve alertness and concentration, use Drive Alert to take you to the next level. Our magic formula stimulates the mind and enables you to be focused throughout your driving lesson.
For more information on our driving instructors in Aylesbury or our other ways to ensure you pass first time, call 0800 458 1226 today!
Posted on November 17, 2011 by drivejohnsons
Driving Instructors in Aylesbury are here to teach you to drive safely and effectively. This shouldn’t stop once you have passed your test so here are some quick and easy tips to help you cut costs on petrol, helping you to save some money and the environment.
Avoid Excessive accelerating and braking
Smooth driving will always reduce fuel consumption as acceleration and deceleration use the most fuel. Keep appropriate distances between cars to prevent tailgating and slow down gradually when approaching junctions, red lights etc. Don’t over accelerate when pulling away as this increases your revs which also uses more petrol.
Avoid Under Inflated Tyres
Check your tyres regularly to ensure they are not under inflated. Flat tyres increase resistance on the car which increases fuel consumption. In 2010, a study was carried out by Michelin which showed that over 370 million litres of petrol is bring wasted every year due to under inflated tyres. Not only does under inflated tyres increase the amount of fuel you use, but also shortens the life of the tyre as well! If you are insure of how to check your tyres, always ask your driving instructors in Aylesbury to show you how!
Avoid Air – Conditioning
Blazing hot summers can be a nightmare when you are travelling, but air – conditioning can increase the use of your fuel by up to 10%! Try and use your fans on a cool setting or use the air con sparingly in short sessions.
Avoid Cold Engines
Cold engines you more fuel than warm ones so try and gently drive your car when you first start driving. All engines have an optimum performance temperature which will help the car save petrol. Until this temperature is reached do not heavily accelerate or or brake.
Lose Excess Weight off your car
Try and travel as lightly as possible. At some point you may need to load 5 suitcases into the car or move a table into your new house, but do not keep large amounts of storage in the car for unnecessary lengths of time.This is because on average approximately every 50kg extra weight will increase your fuel consumption by about 2%.
Use the right gear at the right time
Whilst you was learning to drive, your driving instructor in Aylesbury should of shown you how to change gears properly. High engine revs use more fuel so it is always important to change gear when it is needed. An engine runs most economically between 1.500 – 2,500. Try and stay within this limit unless a lot more power is required. It is also important to not coast in neutral. Modern cars shut off fuel to the engine automatically if you are to accelerating but leaving the car in neutral will still use some petrol to stop it from stalling.
For more information on our driving instructors in Aylesbury or other ways to save petrol, call 0800 458 1226 today!
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