The Official Learner Drivers Thread

[CrazyLea]

Tip for people wanting to do their theory: Don't forget to bring your counterpart license as well as the photocard part..... .

[Abigail]

I need to start thinking about my theory though but I don't know what books cd's to get or anything.

[ame="http://www.amazon.co.uk/Official-DSA-Theory-Test-Drivers/dp/0115528865/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&s=books&qid=1212426696&sr=1-2"]The official DSA theory test for car drivers[/ame] is the one that I used. It also has the highway code in so you don't have to buy that separate.

I'd be getting on with it now because you can't book your practical until you have done the theory.

[Abigail]

Tip for people wanting to do their theory: Don't forget to bring your counterpart license as well as the photocard part..... .

Did you do another test?

Kasple, how did your test go?

[StarsOfCCTV]

Tip for people wanting to do their theory: Don't forget to bring your counterpart license as well as the photocard part..... .

Did you do another test?

Kasple, how did your test go?

Erm....it didn't Stupid mini-roundabouts I need to book one actually. Probably for after college finishes I can practice loads.

[DaVeyWaVey]

My first lesson was a bit iffy.. I ended up nearly knocking someone over at the zebra crossing, I couldn't control the car very well and ended up going in the wrong lane and nearly crashing into a curb. I find the multitasking really difficult and the instructor was getting a bit stressy but he was very nice overall. I think my parents or me are going to tell him I'm dyspraxic though, as I have trouble multitasking and having co ordination so he might understand a bit more if I find it difficult. I can't count the number of times I said sorry for doing something wrong! lol.

I find the bite thing really difficult too but I am going to book a few more lessons and see if I improve.

[Abigail]

You'll get used to changing gear and steering at the same time. The instructor has probably taught other dyspraxic people and may have some tips to help you do several things at the same time.

On the clutch side, balance your feet so you can feel the clutch on your left foot and can hear the engine (not too much though). Move off with a bit more engine then slowly edge the clutch up as you move.

Don't worry about failing Kasple, I've failed two and my sister failed four before she passed

[StarsOfCCTV]

Don't worry about failing Kasple, I've failed two and my sister failed four before she passed

My sisters probably the only one in our family to pass first time You actually reminded me to book a test, thanks but it's 7 weeks away so plenty of time to practice

[Kirsty :]]

I need to start thinking about my theory though but I don't know what books cd's to get or anything.

[ame="http://www.amazon.co.uk/Official-DSA-Theory-Test-Drivers/dp/0115528865/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&s=books&qid=1212426696&sr=1-2"]The official DSA theory test for car drivers[/ame] is the one that I used. It also has the highway code in so you don't have to buy that separate.

I'd be getting on with it now because you can't book your practical until you have done the theory.

Thanks

Yeahh my instructor said I needed to be thinking about it and all that.
I told him I was waiting until after my last exams tomorrow and then I'll start learning the theory stuff

[StarsOfCCTV]

Can you use your own car for the test?

I like my car better My instructors car is so...responsive One foot and whoosh and the brake is quite harsh too.

[Abigail]

You can use your own car but it has to comply with the regulations set out by the DSA