WHY DO SO MANY PEOPLE STRESS BEFORE A DRIVING TEST? Learn Drive Survive driving instructors, know too well that many people of all ages, get nervous before sitting their driving test. Driving test nerves can be a big problem for some learners however, becoming too...

Passing the RMS Driving Test on the first occasion, is what every learner usually desires. But do they need driving lessons before their driving test? This is probably one of the most frequent questions we get asked by our learners or parents of learners, who call to...

Far too often we continually see provisional drivers driving vehicles with their red or green P plates tucked in behind and obscured by the number plates or inside of the vehicle and barely visible.  If this is something you do as a learner or provisional driver, and...

A hazard is anything that can interfere with your driving ability and that can cause harm or lead to an accident.  Hazard Perception Skills are a key necessity in helping to stay safe on our roads.  Being able to recognise and respond to hazards, is a skill within...

The key to good observation skills is to be constantly scanning. Scanning is keeping your eyes moving, checking in one area for a couple of seconds and then moving your eyes to another area.  Whenever you're driving, you depend on your eyes to provide you with a...

Did you know that in NSW, you can sit your driving test barefoot?  That's correct!  You do not need to wear footwear when you go for your P's.  We do suggest however, that you at least wear footwear into the testing centre.  Once you complete the initial paperwork and...

Should I avoid doing my driving test during school hours?  This is one of the common questions we get asked by many students ready to attempt their driving test.  And unfortunately, there are many driving schools or driving instructors out there who encourage learner...

These "RMS Driving Test Tips", will certainly help you in preparing for your driving test.  Many learner drivers attempt their driving test however, are unfamiliar with certain criteria that must be met in order to successfully pass.  Many parents and supervising...

How well do you know the NSW Road Rules?  Understanding some basic rules can certainly help a learner driver during the learning process of driving.  The Road Users' Handbook outlines the main rules which apply to road users and is strongly recommended to be read and...

Did you know that New South Wales has three blood alcohol concentration (BAC) limits?  Zero, under 0.02 and under  0.05. These limits that apply to your licence category and the type of vehicle you are driving. The amount of alcohol in your system is measured by your...

A yellow light does not just simply permit drivers to intentionally drive through a yellow light.  Traffic lights control the flow of vehicles and pedestrians to improve safety and access to roads. You should drive at a speed that gives you time to react if the...

How to do a 3 Point Turn A 3 Point Turn is a standard manoeuvre in turning a vehicle around when the road is too narrow to perform a U-turn and requires the use of forward and reverse gears.  This basic manoeuvre requires you to drive across the road and towards the...

RMS Driving Test Manoeuvres: Kerbside Stop During your RMS Driving Test, there will be times that you will be required to conduct a kerbside stop.  Many learner driver's can often find this manoeuvre somewhat tricky as they are still learning to judge distance.  You...

What’s in the RMS Driving Test? A common question that we regularly get asked is “What will I have to do in the driving test?”, as well as “How long does the driving test go for?” In order to know what you’ll be tested on, you need to know the main five criteria that...

Many workplaces are more dangerous than others.  This SLOW DOWN AND GIVE US SPACE ad by Transport NSW, is a timely reminder to consider the safety and welfare of our fantastic emergency services personnel who are out their taking care of a multitude of incidents. ...

What is the Driver Knowledge Test? Are you looking to apply for your learner licence?  If so, the following content applies to you.  The Driver Knowledge Test (DKT) is a computer-based road rules knowledge test that comprises of 45 multiple-choice questions.  In order...

Driving distractions can cause drivers to not drive safely as it takes their focus from the road ahead.  Safe driving is paramount however, taking your eyes off the road for 2 seconds may not seem like much, but the distance you are travelling while being distracted...

Driving in School Zones Learn.Drive.Survive. Driving School know just how important it is when it comes to teaching learner drivers to drive during driving lessons.  School zones are the external area around a school that has a speed limit of 40 km/h and are generally...

Tips on how to reduce anxiety and fear while driving Driving is an extremely useful skill and we often cannot carry out our everyday tasks and errands without travelling from one place to another. However, there are many people who experience extreme anxiety in...

5 reasons not to speed Speeding kills!  Simple as that.  Speeding is not just about driving over the speed limit.  It also includes driving too fast for the conditions.  Simply put, speeding is an offence. There’s no way around it. Even travelling at 65km/h in a...

Finding a good driving instructor when your learning to drive can be a challenging experience, and your performance when you go for your driving test depends not only on your driving skills, but also on the instructor you choose. Since you will be spending a good...

Safe Overtaking Tips When overtaking another vehicle, you certainly increase the danger aspect also. Overtaking is one of the most dangerous manoeuvres to perform and not doing it safely, puts you at a higher risk of having a crash. This manoeuvre is particularly...

What are blind spots? A blind spot is an area you can’t see in your mirrors or areas hidden by parts of your vehicles structure. Missing these areas can lead to collisions. A safe driver should be able to understand the concept of a blind spot and know how to avoid...