How Refreshing.
Back in April this year, Ashleigh passed her driving test 1st time at Hyde Test Centre. At the end of the test the Examiner and I always advise the pupil to consider taking some post test training, either in the form of a Motorway Lesson or a Pass Plus Course. I even go that little bit further and ask them that even if they decide not to take any more training, that if they have any problems or query’s then to always call me/text me/e-mail me and I’m more than happy to help.
Sadly in the 13yrs of me being a Driving Instructor I can probably count on one hand the amount of people who have asked for extra help because they are not happy with some aspect of there driving after passing there Driving Test.
So it was fantastic and refreshing to here back from Ashleigh last week, who was not feeling 100% with a couple of issues. So yesterday we went out for a little drive in her rather swish Fiat 500.
Ashleigh was having an issue with big multi lane roundabouts. Like, Denton roundabout and Portwood roundabout in Stockport. To me there is three key areas to consider when dealing with these busy types of roundabouts. Firstly be confident and positive, if your too unsure and hesitent then this will probably lead to you driving to slowly, and you’ll frustrate other drivers leading to beeping horns and unsavoury hand gestures :-) . Secondly is to know your destination, remember on the approach and on the roundabout it self there will be signs and road markings telling you which lane you should be in for your destination. So make sure your in the correct lane. And thirdly, It’s all very well if your doing every thing correctly. But, chances are other drivers won’t be, so watch out for them. Use your mirrors well, even consider a shoulder check when changing lanes and don’t forget to use your indicators to inform other drivers on you intentions.
So good on you Ashleigh for having a great attitude towards your driving and asking for the help.
