Driving Tips

  • 1. Make sure you know the rules of the road even after your Theory Test.
  • You can download it for free on RSA.ie or buy the book from any book shop. This will make it easier for you during your driving lessons

    2. Complete all of your Driving Lessons.

    You are only legally required to complete 12 Essential Driver Training lessons with an EDT approved driving instructor. You may need more lessons to become a more confident driver. Complete as many lessons as you need to, everybody is different.

    3. Pay extra attention to your observations.

    A driver’s eyes should be moving nearly every two seconds. It can’t be emphasized enough that good driving observation is seeing and noticing everything going on around you while driving. It is one of the most important ways to avoid collisions.

    4. Remain calm and confident

    Reassure yourself during the test and remember that you are a good driver and fully capable of passing. Try not to let nerves get the better of you.

    5. Take it handy

    Progress slowly at junctions, roundabouts and on straight roads. Match your driving to suit the conditions, such as weather, road and traffic conditions. Don’t speed.

    6. Don’t coast on your clutch.

    Excessive coasting can potentially cause you to fail your driving test.

    What is coasting?

    Coasting while driving means that you keep the clutch depressed to free-wheel and not use the engine to move.

    7. Pay attention to traffic signs.

    Not stopping at stop signs earns you an immediate fail. Be extra aware during your test and always look at each sign. This brings me back to the point of always keeping on top of your knowledge of the rules of the road. Traffic signs and observations become part and parcel in passing your driving test.

    7. The day of your test.

    On the day of your driving test, you should have all your documents ready and your car should be checked in advance. This is to avoid any more stress on the day when you can’t find your application form etc.

    Some useful websites:

    Documents needed.

    Car insurance

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    Your Learner Permit info.

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