Learning to drive
Video Lessons
Get to grips with some essential driving skills with our video lessons. These videos take you step-by-step through some of the more difficult driving manoeuvres and vehicle safety checks. Of course, every instructor will teach differently, so the videos are just a guide. But they'll bring to life some of the key techniques and help you revise for your test.
Start and stop smoothly
No more stalling or kangaroo starts. Here we show you how to move off smoothly and how to stop safely too.
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The perfect hill start
Rolling backwards could mean a serious driving fault from the test examiner. Find out how to perform the perfect hill start.Watch or download video.
Turning in the road
The number of turns will depend on the width of the road, but you'll need to show you're in full control of the car. Here are a few tips.Watch or download video.
Reversing around a corner
New drivers often see this as a tricky manoeuvre. Here we'll guide you through the steps to help you master the technique.Watch or download video.
Using junctions
This video will help you understand traffic priorities and show you how to deal with junctions, crossroads and roundabouts.Watch or download video.
Parking the car
The ability to park safely and accurately will help you make use of the smallest spaces. Find out the secrets of successful parking.Watch or download video.
Show me, tell me: Under the bonnet
Here we guide you through the basic maintenance checks that you'll need to know for the 'show me, tell me' part of your driving test.Watch or download video.
Show me, tell me: Inside the car
More 'show me, tell me' topics that you could be tested on, this video covers the in-car checks, such as brakes and steering.Watch or download video.
Show me, tell me: Outside the car
The third part of 'show me, tell me' covers the essential checks you need to make outside the car, such as lights and tyres.Watch or download video.