General Information
All the information you should know before and as you are learning to drive.
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5 things you should know before taking driving lessons
Learning to drive can be daunting. It is one of the biggest responsibilities you can take on in the early stages of your adult life, so it’s understandable that you might be nervous! So, here are 10 pieces of information that you should know that will help you pass you test and calm your nerves.
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Applying for your first provisional driving licence
It's a very exciting time when you're applying for you first provisional driving licence. The following steps will guide you through everything you need to do in order to apply for your licence.
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Generate licence check code
You may need this when starting driving lessons with your instructor.
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Your first driving lesson
The first driving lesson usually makes learners nervous because they have no idea of what to expect. It's often the case that the first driving lesson goes very well and the learner is very happy at the end. There is no reason your first lesson won't be the same.
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Complete guide to the theory test
Tips on when and how to book your theory test, how the test will be structured and when you should sit your test. You'll also find resources for taking a practice theory test online.
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How much do driving tests cost?
The prices for sitting your theory test and practical tests in a car.
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The differences between a UK and International drivers licence
It is important to understand the key differences between the different drivers licences across the world. When travelling or moving abroad you might want to know if you can drive cars in other countries.
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The differences between manual and automatic cars
The considerations you should make when choosing to learn in car that has a manual or automatic transmission.
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This is a question that appears obvious, of course it’s automatic right? The whole point of automatic cars is that they remove the need to change gears. Well prepare to be surprised!
The considerations you should make when choosing to learn in car that has a manual or automatic transmission.
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The difference between learning to drive in a petrol vs. a diesel car
What to consider when choosing between driving a petrol or diesel powered vehicle.
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What to look for in your first car
You are always going to remember your first car; some would argue it’s the most important one you will ever buy. So, here’s a guide to buying your first car so that it fulfils all your needs.
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What to look for when choosing a driving instructor
Finding the right instructor used to be a process of word-of-mouth and luck. However, with GoRoadie this process has been simplified and has given learner drivers access to information about instructors they previously would’ve never known.
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Why is coasting so bad?
Coasting is when the car is moving but it’s not being driven by the engine – either when the clutch pedal is held down or the gear lever is in neutral. Here's the risks and how to keep yourself safe.
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Learning to drive in an electric car
With each day the idealistic future of everyone driving electric cars takes a step closer to becoming a reality. Someday driving electric cars will be the norm. So, what are the advantages and disadvantages of learning to drive in an automatic car?
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What do I do if I lose my driving licence?
Losing your licence is a headache and can ruin your upcoming plans. Whether you need it desperately for a trip your looking forward to or because its your only ID for going out on the weekend, here’s how to sort it.
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Is it illegal to drive barefoot?
The age old question of driving barefeet illegal is finally being answered - in the UK. Numerous citations say that it is against the law… it's simply not true!
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