Understanding Car Lights
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by Annie
2y ago
Lights in a car are essential to: allow a driver to see clearly ahead of them allow a vehicle to be seen  inform other road users of a driver’s intentions Therefore, it’s important as a driver that you know what lights are available on your car and when they should be used; and it’s vital that lights are checked regularly and kept in good working order. This blog will help you understand more.  Dipped headlights  This is the most used type of light.  They are designed to dip downwards towards the road so that they don’t dazzle people.  The Highway Code says you must ..read more
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Breakdown on a Motorways
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by Annie
2y ago
Going on long journeys can make it more likely that your car will break down. Having your vehicle serviced regularly will reduce the chances of this happening. Also, making a few simple checks on your vehicle before your journey will make it much less likely that you will break down. Many people break down because they run out of fuel; this is very easily avoidable and before you join a motorway you should make sure you have at least enough fuel for your journey. Remember that you may have diversions and traffic holdups, so you may use more fuel than you anticipate. Check your oil levels when ..read more
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New Highway Code Rules
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by Annie
2y ago
The Highway Code has been the official guide to using roads safely and legally for over 80 years now. First published in 1931, it is put together by the Department for Transport and Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency. It is regularly updated and all road users, including: drivers  motorcyclists  cyclists  horse riders  pedestrians should keep themselves updated on their knowledge of the Highway Code in order that they can follow rules and not commit offences. Many of the Highway Code rules are legal requirements, and if you don’t obey these rules, you’re committing a cri ..read more
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Why Does the Theory Test Expire?
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by Annie
2y ago
Many people are asking ‘why does the theory test expire’ and in this blog I will address what the theory test is, why we take it and why it expires after two years. What Is The Theory Test The car theory test must be taken before you apply to take your practical driving test.  The theory test is in two parts which must be passed on the same day.  The first part is 50 multiple-choice questions. The questions cover information that can be found in three books Highway Code Driving the Essential skills Know Your traffic Signs It will also cover these fourteen topics: Accidents&nbs ..read more
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Are the Theory Test Questions the same as you practice on the App?
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by Annie
2y ago
A question that many people ask while revising for their theory test is “are theory test questions the same as you practice on the app?” In this blog I’ll let you know: What types of questions you’ll be asked? What are the options for preparing for your test? Are the practice questions the same ones as you’ll answer in your actual test?  What types of questions you’ll be asked? DVSA (Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency) supplies practice theory test questions, answers and question hints to certain providers.  These are the questions that you’ll practice in the course/App/book that ..read more
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Dual Carriageways and Motorways
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by Annie
2y ago
In this blog I’m going to talk about dual carriageways and motorway’s and explain what the similarities and the differences are in these two roads. Go to www.YouTube.com/theorytestpracticeonline to see my video about the difference between single carriageway and dual carriageway roads. First, I’ll talk about the similarities between motorway’s and dual carriageways.  You might expect motorways to have three lanes and dual carriageways to have two lanes, but this isn’t always the case. They can both have either two or three lanes.  Both dual carriageways and motorway’s have a central ..read more
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Single Carriageway and Dual Carriageway Roads
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by Annie
2y ago
Many people get mixed up with understanding what the difference between a dual carriageway road and a single carriageway road is, and this is a question I get asked a lot.  In this blog I’m going to talk about give you an easy way of understanding the difference between the two types of road. As a driver, it’s important to know and understand the difference between them, so you know what the maximum speed you can drive. You may see a national speed limit sign on both types of road.  The national speed limit on a single carriageway road is 60 mph The national speed limit on a single c ..read more
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Top 10 Reasons for Failing the Driving Test
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by Annie
2y ago
(latest results published on the 19th of April 2021) The pass rate between April 2019 and March 2020 is 45.9%. To ensure that you are one of those with a positive result, before taking your practical driving test you should make sure you are a safe driver and fully prepared to pass your test. Follow the advice of your driving instructor who’s a professional and knows what’s expected and needed to pass.  How to Know You’re Test Ready – Ask Yourself These Questions Have I covered all topics in the learn to drive syllabus? Can I perform all of the driving skills, without help from my drivin ..read more
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Understanding Stopping, Parking and Loading signs and lines
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by Annie
2y ago
Understanding the parking, waiting and loading signs and lines on the road will help you to answer theory test questions correctly, as well as avoid being fined for stopping or parking in the wrong places once you have passed your driving test.  Firstly, you need to know the difference meant by the wording ‘no waiting or parking’ and ‘no stopping’ No Waiting or Parking means that you CAN stop to drop off or pick up a passenger. But you cannot stay there. No Stopping means that you cannot stop at all.  Single White Line – No pavement = No Parking This is the single whit ..read more
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Driving Theory Test Documents
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by Annie
2y ago
Driving Theory Test Documents In this blog I cover the driving theory test documents you need to learn to enable you to pass your driving theory test. Read this to help you with DVLA theory test practice, and watch the video included to help further understand the documents. Vehicle Registration Certificate (V5C) In your theory test, you will answer questions about the Vehicle Registration Certificate. This is the document that you will get when you buy your car. It’s also known as a log book.  The registration certificate shows: Name and address of the registered keeper Date the vehicle ..read more
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