Learning to Drive with Family or Friends
Learning to drive with family or friends can save you money and help you get to test standard quicker, but we recommend you always use a qualified Approved Driving Instructor and just practice with family or friends. You should also ask your A.D.I. when he or she thinks it is time that private practice with family or friends would be of benefit.
If you are teaching someone to drive you will need to have L-Plates clearly displayed,
appropriate insurance for the learner and you must have held your licence for a minimum of
3 years and be at least 21 years old. It's also recommended that you have a rear view mirror fitted
when you are supervising a learner.
Note: Remember Learner drivers are not allowed on Motorways!
Tips for accompanying learner drivers:
Don't relax too much!
Be ready for absolutely anything, as a driver you should know
that potential hazards/dangers can arise very fast and from anywhere. The learner might not spot the
the hazard/danger at all so be ready!!
Don't have too high expectations!
Always find a level from the learner and build up from that.
Always be prepared for the learner to slip back from that level, if this happens this is the new
level to build up from.
Keep descriptive and consistent with directions/terms!
It's no good saying gas one minute
then accelerator the next, or just gears if you mean change up to 4th. Try to be as descriptive
as possible when giving instruction. Also try and give the learner a bit notice before the action is
required.
Choose appropriate routes carefully!
Try not to take the learner into difficult situations until they're ready.
It will really knock their confidence if this happens. If this situation is unavoidable help the
learner out as much as required. But try to roughly plan routes before you set off, taking into
account the time of day and traffic conditions.
Stop and discuss!
If the learner makes a pretty serious mistake, pull up and talk about what happened.
Use the system, WHAT, WHY and HOW. WHAT the fault was, WHY it was a fault (give example of what could
have happened) and HOW to do it the right way. Then go and practice the same situation again giving
instruction.
The Approved Driving Instructor is "always" right!!
Well usually! If the learner is doing something
what you think is incorrect and he or she says "That's the way my instructor tells me to do it" it's usually
correct but bearing in mind that the learner may be telling a porky. So it's worthwhile having a
chat with the instructor, any decent instructor will be willing to help you out with any questions
that you might have!
Keep a calm environment!
Even if you're not. Learners will learn a lot more and be able to
concentrate better! Driving while you're stressed is hazardous to your health!
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Learning to Drive Pack 
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This pack contains The highway code book, a pair of magnetic L-Plates, the application form to apply for your first provisional licence (D1 Form) and an information leaflet. This pack makes a great gift for anyone who is starting to learn how to drive. |
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Pair of Magnetic L Plates 
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L-Plates are a Legal requirement when a learner is driving a car. They must be displayed at
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Helping Learners to Practice  |
Essential reading for anyone helping a learner driver. By following the clear and easy to understand guidance in this book, the person accompanying the learner can ensure that the learners practice sessions will complement lessons given by their Approved Driving Instructor. |
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