Excel Driver Training: November 2010

Monday, 29 November 2010

Too many people don't know how to drive in the snow!

If you're a new driver why improve your technique and learn some advanced driving skills with our Pass Plus course.

Pass Plus is a great way to further your driving technique and give you greater confidence behind the wheel.

This is also recognised by some insurers who will offer you a discount for successfully completing the course.

It only takes one day to complete and there is no test to sit. You will be continually assessed during the course.

For further info/prices or to book please call 0800 862 0822 or visit:

http://www.excel-driver-training.co.uk/pass-plus-and-improve-your-driving.php

Driving in adverse weather conditions

Some important info to remember when driving in bad weather:

When driving in icy or snowy weather

drive with care, even if the roads have been treated

keep well back from the road user in front as stopping distances can be ten times greater than on dry roads

take care when overtaking vehicles spreading salt or other de-icer, particularly if you are riding a motorcycle or cycle

watch out for snowploughs which may throw out snow on either side. Do not overtake them unless the lane you intend to use has been cleared

be prepared for the road conditions to change over relatively short distances

For more info visit:
http://www.direct.gov.uk/en/TravelAndTransport/Highwaycode/DG_069859

Wednesday, 24 November 2010

Driving tests and bad weather

Some driving tests may be affected by winter weather over the next few days.

The Met Office has forecast colder weather with snow showers becoming increasingly likely. Some parts of the country may have significant snowfall.
Your driving test

If you're due to take your practical test, follow the advice given on your appointment email or letter. You should call your test centre only if there is snow or ice in your local area on the day of your test.

DSA do not conduct tests in bad light or bad weather conditions for the safety of the candidate and the examiner. Another appointment will be arranged automatically at no further cost, but compensation is not payable.

A new appointment date is usually sent within three working days. This may take longer when there's a period of prolonged bad weather.

If you haven't heard about a new appointment within seven working days, you can check the status of your booking online at direct.gov.uk/drivingtest.

If your test hasn't been rebooked at that time, you should call our customer service centre.
http://www.dft.gov.uk/dsa/News.asp?id=SXDF67-A7838DD9

Excel Cars - Vauxhall Astra Sport Hatch

The Car You'll Learn In

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This start up course provides new drivers with a brilliant opportunity to get started in the basics of driving a car. The course includes 4 hours of lesson time covering the following subjects: - Car controls - Moving off & stopping - Mirror, Signal, Manoeuvre - Basic junctions.

http://www.excel-driver-training.co.uk/