Driving getting out of control? Even the most seasoned drivers can find themselves in a skid—especially during winter or on wet roads. Knowing how to react quickly and correctly can make all the difference between a close call and a collision. Here’s a refresher on how to handle skids with confidence and control. What Causes … Continue reading How to Handle Car Skids Like a Pro
Winter Driving Wisdom: A Guide for Seasoned Drivers
As the chill of winter sets in, even the most experienced drivers must adapt to the season’s unique challenges. Snow, ice, and freezing temperatures can turn routine journeys into risky ventures. While you may have years of driving under your belt, winter demands a refreshed mindset and a few practical habits to keep you safe … Continue reading Winter Driving Wisdom: A Guide for Seasoned Drivers
Stop flashing your lights at other motorists!
cyclists and horse riders have a responsibility to take care of pedestrians too. Essentially, if you are a road user, you are responsible for your own safety and others on the road.
Defensive Driver
The one day RoSPA Defensive Driver Development course helps drivers to understand not only better driving techniques but more importantly, helps the driver understand their attitude and behaviours towards driving and other road users.
DVSA’s Enhanced Rider Scheme
DVSA's enhanced rider scheme:
The subjects covered include areas of your riding you want or feel you need to improve. The aim is to help you become a better and safer rider.
How to deal with hazards on the road
Your best defence for driving safely is clues to what might happen next and giving yourself time and space to deal with them
Using your own car for your driving test
You can take your driving test in your own car rather than your driving instructor’s. It must meet some basic rules and standards, as well as some things fitted.
See more motorcycles!
Let other drivers and riders understand what our visual limitations are when we are driving or riding.
Beware of flashers!
Please stay courteous and allow people to do things on the road but beware of flashing and being flashed!
Make sure you understand peoples intentions and that it is safe to proceed. Don't just blindly react and go!
Unconsciously Competent
As we start to learn a new physical and technical skill such as driving or riding a motorcycle we go through several stages of understanding and ability to perform the new skill. We adapt.
Devon Training (Driver and Rider) 