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Tips to Prepare Your First Driving Test

August 31 2022
Driving lessons

The big day has finally come! Finally, you’ve made your mind up, managed to find the instructor, arranged your dress (ideally your shoes), and are now prepared to get inside the vehicle for the first time. 

The first driving test with a trainer is a thrilling experience, but it can also be quite nerve-racking. Of course, it helps to know your first driving test, so plan accordingly. 

You’ll grab up on stuff much faster if they’re acquainted with you, and you’re confident about what will happen after that.

How many driving tests will I require?

There are no predefined number of hours or classes required by law when learning how to drive.

However, on average, a new driver requires 20 hours of practice and 45 hours of driving tests to pass one’s exam.

Everyone is unique in their way. Whether you prepare for your exam in 45 or 75 hours makes no difference. 

The essential thing is you’re a comfortable, self-assured driver whenever the time arrives.

Share with your trainer what works best for your timetable and whether numerous relatively short lessons per week or a few lengthier sessions are preferable. Birmingham driving school will operate with you to meet your specific requirements.

Great driving techniques should be practised.

When you start taking a driving lesson from a great driving teacher, you will realise that they inform you a lot in a short period. Once you learn new things for the first time, you must practise them before becoming proficient. 

This requires a while; you do not learn to drive by paying close attention to what someone else tells you. You must practise it on various road surfaces, which takes time. Take your time. Concentrate on improving your driving skills and establishing safe driving methods.

Improve your driving abilities.

Before getting in a car and having your first learning experience, new drivers must spend some time sitting in the vehicle and becoming acquainted with all the necessities. This includes the following:

  • Seat height, mirrors, and safety belts can all be adjusted.
  • Locating the indicators, glass wipers, headlamps, and urgent warning lights
  • Experiment with the accelerator, braking system, handbrake, and clutch pedals.

You’re ready to begin your driving test when you’re confident and comfortable inside the car!

Factors Influencing the Number of Lessons

  • Previous Work Experience –

Some individuals may benefit from having prior driving dynamics before beginning lessons. For example, some people may practise with friends or relatives to learn the fundamentals. 

If you do all these, you might not even have to spend a single lesson learning how to turn the vehicle in gear.

You don’t have to worry about the price of driving lessons. It’s pretty easygoing.

Also, it’s important to note that intensive driver training that lasts around a week is available. The lessons vary, but it is usually a lot less than the estimated forty and fifty. 

Give it a thought when you already have experience in driving and understand the fundamentals. 

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Davies Thomas
Davies Thomas
Hi, I am Mini Thomas. I would just like to say that Rashid has been an absolute star. He was punctual for every session. He was an excellent instructor, calmly explaining everything in a way that I understood. Under him, I managed to come further than I ever thought possible and I would just like to say that he is brilliant and I thoroughly recommend him for any future learners.
Officialemman4
Officialemman4
I passed my driving test first time with my instructor Saeed!! Best instructor ever!!
Mazni Mustafa
Mazni Mustafa
I passed my driving test today at redditch test centre. My instructor is Habib
Christos Nikoulis
Christos Nikoulis
I passed my driving test on my 1st attempt yesterday. Excellent preparation and mentorship from driving instructor Raja.
hootan parsapour
hootan parsapour
I passed first time on a new test route that I started preparing at short notice due to a last minute cancellation. This would not have been possible without Amir who went the extra mile to make sure I was ready and confident to pass. I have had my fair share of driving instructors before and during the pandemic where luck was not on my side. I ended up taking a break from driving for over a year. Getting back into driving at a time where driving instructors were in high demand, Amir took me on board and made sure I would be test-ready through continuous practice, manoevrues and mock tests to boost my confidence and learn key routes. He has been the most patient instructor I've come across while being a great communicator and supportive to make sure I achieve my goal without wasting my time, especially by getting me to keep being on the lookout for test availabilities. I'm very thankful to Amir, nothing but good things to say
shingai Chirinda
shingai Chirinda
Passed first time at King standing with the help of Habib. 10/10 instructor
Hina Khan Swati
Hina Khan Swati
Passed my test on my first attempt thanks to my instructor Ansar Jabeen. She was so punctual and utilised every single minute of my lesson to make sure i knew my routes. I really appreciate her patience and her help.
Harpreet Grewal
Harpreet Grewal
Passed my driving test on 1st attempt. Thanks to my driving instructor Salma.Very calm and knowledgeable. Thats all you need to pass your test as a new driver.
Maria Mahmood
Maria Mahmood
I passed this morning with Salma and it went really well and smoothly. I must confess that surely she is a skilled professional trader and the best among all. Before the test my instructor was very good she helped calm me before it was time to head into the test centre and we went over what would happen in the test to help relieve my nerves. She is the best instructor out their so friendly very professional and instructions are easy to understand and take in. Salma was able to easily adapt her teaching to suit me best. She is very sweet and you can tell she only wants the best out of you … she isn’t a instructor just there for the money she will tell you your mistakes and won’t move on until you have perfected it leaving you with no weaknesses.very very highly recommend her as your instructor.
Brandon c Newman Newman
Brandon c Newman Newman
Sooo happy today. I've just passed my test today at Redditch driving test centre. I was with Habib. Really nice guy and helped me to understand the roads, especially the high speed 70mp h speeds.Thanks mate😀