
Driving Test Tips from an examiner and why private practice can be helpful
11/25/22 • 14 min
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The DVSA's head of Driver Testing and Training Policy, Amanda Lane, is today's special guest. Amanda used to be a driving instructor and still works as an examiner at weekends and in this episode she explains:
- Why private practice is helpful.
- What you can and can't do during private practice
- Top tips to help you pass the driving test first time
You can find the DVSA's 'Are You Ready' campaign here.
The 5 Minute Theory podcast is here to help you pass your theory test the first time! But even more importantly we're here to help you learn and understand the theory.
By having a good knowledge and understanding of the theory you'll be able to confidently take your theory and practical driving tests, and you'll reduce the chances of you making a mistake in future that could cost you your licence.
For more information, head over to http://www.tcdrive.co.uk/
We'd love it if you could leave a review on Apple, Google, or Facebook.
If you'd like to get in touch, or want to follow the show, you can catch me on:
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TCDrivingSchool
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tcdriving_school/
The 5 Minute Theory Podcast is delighted to be sponsored by Theory Test Explained:
Theory Test Explained is your in-person guide to theory success. Whether you need a structured start or a supported finish, Theory Test Explaineds 121 Zoom sessions will provide the understanding to achieve the result you need.
The DVSA's head of Driver Testing and Training Policy, Amanda Lane, is today's special guest. Amanda used to be a driving instructor and still works as an examiner at weekends and in this episode she explains:
- Why private practice is helpful.
- What you can and can't do during private practice
- Top tips to help you pass the driving test first time
You can find the DVSA's 'Are You Ready' campaign here.
The 5 Minute Theory podcast is here to help you pass your theory test the first time! But even more importantly we're here to help you learn and understand the theory.
By having a good knowledge and understanding of the theory you'll be able to confidently take your theory and practical driving tests, and you'll reduce the chances of you making a mistake in future that could cost you your licence.
For more information, head over to http://www.tcdrive.co.uk/
We'd love it if you could leave a review on Apple, Google, or Facebook.
If you'd like to get in touch, or want to follow the show, you can catch me on:
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TCDrivingSchool
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tcdriving_school/
The 5 Minute Theory Podcast is delighted to be sponsored by Theory Test Explained:
Theory Test Explained is your in-person guide to theory success. Whether you need a structured start or a supported finish, Theory Test Explaineds 121 Zoom sessions will provide the understanding to achieve the result you need.
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The 5 Minute Theory podcast is here to help you pass your theory test the first time! But even more importantly we're here to help you learn and understand the theory.
By having a good knowledge and understanding of the theory you'll be able to confidently take your theory and practical driving tests, and you'll reduce the chances of you making a mistake in future that could cost you your licence.
For more information, head over to http://www.tcdrive.co.uk/
We'd love it if you could leave a review on Apple, Google, or Facebook.
If you'd like to get in touch, or want to follow the show, you can catch me on:
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TCDrivingSchool
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tcdriving_school/
The 5 Minute Theory Podcast is delighted to be sponsored by Theory Test Explained:
Theory Test Explained is your in-person guide to theory success. Whether you need a structured start or a supported finish, Theory Test Explaineds 121 Zoom sessions will provide the understanding to achieve the result you need.
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What can you expect if you drive using rapid acceleration and heavy braking?The 5 Minute Theory podcast is here to help you pass your theory test the first time! But even more importantly we're here to help you learn and understand the theory.
By having a good knowledge and understanding of the theory you'll be able to confidently take your theory and practical driving tests, and you'll reduce the chances of you making a mistake in future that could cost you your licence.
For more information, head over to http://www.tcdrive.co.uk/
We'd love it if you could leave a review on Apple, Google, or Facebook.
If you'd like to get in touch, or want to follow the show, you can catch me on:
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TCDrivingSchool
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tcdriving_school/
The 5 Minute Theory Podcast is delighted to be sponsored by Theory Test Explained:
Theory Test Explained is your in-person guide to theory success. Whether you need a structured start or a supported finish, Theory Test Explaineds 121 Zoom sessions will provide the understanding to achieve the result you need.
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