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Must Read Information...if taking driving lessons in Leeds

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From October 4th 2010 the driving test will change, briefly, in the past the driving test included 2 manoeuvres, from Oct 4th 2010 the driving test will include 1 manoeuvre only, however the candidate will have to drive independently (without directions) for about 10 minutes this video clip will give you the full picture.
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PASS PLUS is a training scheme for new drivers. It's much more than just a few extra lessons. This specially designed course by the Driving Standards Agency (DSA), with the help of insurers and the driving instruction industry, helps you
  • build on your existing skills and knowledge; it can take years to become a skilled driver. PASS PLUS helps get you there by speeding up the learning process under expert tuition;
  • reduce your risk of being in a road crash; the course will help boost your awareness of all kinds of hazards and help you learn how to anticipate, plan for and deal with them safely;
  • save money on car insurance premiums;
  • gain valuable driving experience safely; you will be taught how to deal with a wide range of road and traffic situations, many of which you probably won't have faced before;
    boost your confidence; if you feel nervous driving on your own, the PASS PLUS training can help you become more confident on the roads;
  • give peace of mind to your loved ones.
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TOWN DRIVING

The first module has two parts. It begins with an introduction to Pass Plus, explaining the course aims and the skills and knowledge to be covered.
The second part is a practical session covering the different features of driving in a town, such as complex junctions and public transport.
You'll focus on:
  • observation, judgement and awareness
  • eye contact
  • consideration for vulnerable road users
  • showing caution
  • keeping space around your car

ALL WEATHER DRIVING

This module will be covered as much as possible in a practical session. You’ll focus on correct speed, safe stopping distances, plus seeing and being seen in:
  • rain
  • sleet, snow and ice
  • mist and fog
  • bright sunshine
You’ll also look at skidding, and:
  • what causes skids
  • how to prevent skids
  • correcting slow-speed skids
  • braking on poor surfaces
  • aquaplaning

DRIVING IN THE COUNTRY

This module looks at the main differences between town and country driving:
  • observing the road ahead
  • making progress safely
  • bends, hills, uneven roads and dead ground
  • keeping a safe distance from the vehicle ahead
  • safe overtaking
It focuses especially on being aware and showing consideration for:
  • pedestrians, horse riders and animals in the road
  • farm entrances
  • slow moving vehicles
It also covers the correct use of a horn, coping with mud and debris on the road and how to use passing places.

DRIVING IN THE DARK

This covers the important parts of driving at night, dawn and dusk. You'll learn about:
  • the importance of using headlights correctly
  • adjusting to the dark
  • judging speed and distance
  • the correct use of lights and keeping them clean
  • dealing with dazzle
  • hard-to-see road users
  • parking issues

DUAL CARRIAGEWAYS

Dual carriageways are high speed roads where the two carriageways are separated by a central reservation. You’ll need to have particular skills, including:
  • effective observation, using your mirrors and checking blind spots
  • judgement and planning ahead
  • separation distances
  • joining and leaving a dual carriageway
  • overtaking and lane discipline
  • the correct use of speed

MOTORWAYS

This should be a practical session if possible. If there is no motorway nearby, it will be covered in a theory session.You should drive on a motorway as soon as you can afterwards so you can put the theory into practice.
The topics covered include:
  • journey planning
  • joining and leaving a motorway, and using slip roads
  • safe speeds in different circumstances
  • effective observation
  • signs, signals and markings
  • overtaking and lane discipline
  • courtesy to other road users
  • motorway fatigue
  • breakdown procedures
  • use of lights, including hazard warning lights
  • debris on the carriageway
  • crosswinds
The above information is lifted directly from DirectGov so, I apologise and disown any typo's etc. Your Pass Plus lessons may vary in content to the above, depending on your specific needs, e.g. I believe that allocating 1 hour to Motorways is not enough and I usually spend 2-3 hours on the section of Pass Plus.