Driving Manoeuvre & Skill Guides

Manoeuvre Guide: Parallel Parking

In this guide, we're going to completely break down the parallel parking manoeuvre—looking at how to demonstrate it safely, what the examiner will be looking for and when it might be used in real-life conditions.

How-To Guide: Changing Lanes Safely

Though it might seem obvious to point out, we’re going to walk you through the main situations in which you might need to change lanes when driving. We’ll also throw in some handy words of wisdom so that you’re ready to tackle anything that comes your way!

Pulling Over Safely

If you're not the biggest fan of having to pull over and move off, you'll be disappointed to hear that you'll be expected to do so multiple times during your driving test. Practice makes perfect, though. So, if you're looking for some tips on how to pull over safely like a pro, you've come to the right place!

How-To Guide: Setting Up Your Car Mirrors

In this guide, we’re going to walk you through all of the steps needed to properly set up your car mirrors.

How-To Guide: Moving Off And Stopping

In this guide, we're going to walk you through all of the steps involved in moving off and stopping your car.

How To Steer A Car

We've put together a simple how-to guide that will take you through everything you need to know in order to steer a car safely and effectively. Get the full lowdown here!

Getting to Grips with Clutch Control

Getting to grips with clutch control is one of the most difficult parts of learning to drive a manual car. It’s also essential to passing your test, as it enables you to pull off, drive at low speeds and do hill starts—all without stalling or lurching the vehicle forward.

Manoeuvre Guide: Turn In The Road

Reversing Around A Corner

In this guide, we're going to break down the reversing around a corner manoeuvre: how to perform it, what an examiner would be looking for (if it were still on the test) and when it might be used in real-life conditions.

Emergency Stop: Everything You Need To Know

Everything you need to know about the emergency stop: how to do it safely, what the examiner will be looking for and when you might need to use it IRL.

Struggling With Clutch Control? Follow These Top Tips!

Clutch control is one of the toughest things for learners to master, and is even capable of causing trouble for experienced drivers. However, with most UK motorists still getting behind the wheel of a manual car, it remains a necessary skill.

Pulling Up on the Right

In this guide, we're going to completely break down the pulling up on the right manoeuvre: how to perform it, what the examiner is looking for and when it might be used in real-life conditions.

Mastering The Manoeuvres: Tips And Tricks

The infamous driving test manoeuvres have caused many a fail over the years. Don't fall foul of the same mistakes by following our manoeuvre tips & tricks.

How To Adjust To Driving A New Car

Whether you've recently bought a new car, need to borrow someone else's or are attempting to hire a car on holiday, you should know exactly what steps to take to ensure you get to grips with handling a new car quickly. Trust us: you'll be brimming with confidence in no time!

How to Drive an Automatic Car

We’re going to take you through what makes an automatic car different from a manual car. We’ll also run through the process of driving an automatic car, along with some general tips to help you become an auto pro!

How-To Guide: Changing Car Gears

You will change gears when you need to start moving, increase speed and decrease speed. As you'll find out in your lessons, it's important that you know which gears are most appropriate for the situation you're in.

How Do You Know When to Change Gear?

It’s important to know which gear is suitable for your speed, acceleration, the conditions and features particular to the road you’re on. The right gear will allow you to control your vehicle safely, whereas the wrong one can lead to stalling, dangerous manoeuvres or excessive revving.

How Do You Do a Hill Start in an Automatic Car?

Depending on where exactly you’re learning to drive, you might have to start on an incline on a daily basis, or just every now and then. And, even if your car has hill start assist, as many do nowadays, it’s imperative to learn the right technique.

How the Driving Test Parking Manoeuvre is Changing in 2022

The DVSA has announced that, from 9th May 2022, the 'reverse into a parking bay' manoeuvre can be carried out from any car park, not just the test centre's own.

Manoeuvre Guide: Bay Parking

Learn how to be a bay parking master with our manoeuvre guide. From smooth entries to slick exits, level up your parking game with easy steps and tips.