How to pass your driving test first time

There’s no greater freedom on earth than having free reign of the open roads in a vehicle of your own. 

However getting hold of the vital license you need to get driving, can be less fun. Our writer learned this lesson the hard way. After spending the past 10 months or so battling away through driving lessons, and brutal examinations he has just passed his test and is here to share the wisdom he picked up along the way! 

Currently just over half of people (54%) pass their driving test first time in York. We’re all about bumping that number up as high as possible. Read on for the best top tips around! 

Pay attention all the time!
Your driving education shouldn’t begin during your first driving lesson. Instead, you should be learning every time you’re sat in the passenger seat by watching and picking up skills on each and every car journey you go on, from friends, family, and even bus/taxi drivers! Each roundabout, junction, or meeting situation they complete can be a vital lesson in how the roads work. Not only will it give you a headstart but it’ll you save you money, not having to get an instructor to teach you something you can learn for free! 

Don’t be afraid to change driving instructor if things aren’t working
Finding a great driving instructor depends on so many factors that can be as simple as the car they drive. Considering you’re going to be spending plenty of time with this person (and even more of your hard-earned cash!) it’s vital to find someone that you work well with. Don’t be afraid to chop and change a bit until you find the person you work best with. 

Learning isn’t linear
Don’t be disheartened if you’re not making progress as quickly as you want to. Everyone learns at different speeds and makes progress at different rates. Don’t compare yourself to friends, just keep going! 

Don’t throw out your copy of the Highway Code
With your theory test done and dusted, you’ll probably think that the highway code isn’t relevant, but you couldn’t be more wrong. You need to know about how the roads work now more than ever. It holds the answer to all your motoring queries, and unlike your instructor, is available 24/7. Keep it close to hand and notice a huge difference.