After passing your driving test
After a driving course and help from family and friends, its now time to go solo. This can be a daunting process, your first time out on your own. Lets talk about ways you can make this less stressful.
Time to drive
For your first solo drive the time is important. Try and go when rush hour is over or at a time when the roads are quiet, this could be during the weekend. Think about when it starts getting dark, or if there are any issues with weather or road conditions.
Where to go
I am sure after you pass your driving test, there will be places and people you would like to go and see. For your first solo drive consider the length of the journey, the time it will take to get there and back. Will this make you hit rush hour traffic or end up driving in the dark. What roads will you be going on and have you the confidence to drive on them. You could always ask a friend or family member who can drive to go with you first.
Preparation
Preparation is the key to a successful journey. Check your vehicle before setting off, make sure you have enough fuel and that your car is in good working order, (remember the show, tell me questions). Make sure your phone is fully charged and that you carry with you a drink and warm clothing. Emergency breakdown kits are a must to help keep you safe , and can be purchased on amazon for not a lot of money. Tell someone where you are going and what time you are aiming to get there, and when you will be leaving to come back.
Dual carriageway driving courses
Further training can be given on Motorways and driving at night or consider taking the pass plus
We work a lot with our students and are always there for them. . Just because you have passed your driving test, doesn’t mean your driving school cannot help you further. There will be information to help you online or contact your driving school. When it comes to our students first solo drive, we are happy to meet our students at a location and answer any questions they might have, or just give them support.