Author: Blind Spot Drive

  • Meet the ADI: Mike Cairns

    Meet the ADI: Mike Cairns

    Mike Cairns is a name that stands out in the driving instructor community. His dedication to continuous learning, diverse certifications, and involvement in various aspects of driver education make him an exemplary ADI (Approved Driving Instructor). But what drives Mike to push himself further and continuously evolve in his profession? Let’s dive into his inspiring…

  • Summer Budget 2015: How It Affects Motorists

    Summer Budget 2015: How It Affects Motorists

    Outline of the Article Introduction Overview of the Summer Budget 2015 changes for motorists Brief introduction to Chancellor George Osborne’s announcement The Big Changes in Vehicle Excise Duty (VED) What is Vehicle Excise Duty? Introduction to the new VED system Differences between the old and new VED system The Impact of CO2 Emissions on Vehicle…

  • Meet the ADI: Dale Brooks

    Meet the ADI: Dale Brooks

    Outline of the Article H1: Meet the ADI: Dale Brooks – The Man Behind Weelz Driving School H2: Introduction: Who is Dale Brooks? H3: A Brief Overview of Dale’s Career Journey H3: The Creation of Weelz Driving School H2: Why Dale Chose Driving Instruction as a Career H3: The Love for Driving and Helping Others…

  • New Learners: Theory & Driving Tests Explained

    New Learners: Theory & Driving Tests Explained

    Outline of the Article: Introduction: What to Expect as a New Learner Driver The excitement and challenges of learning to drive Importance of preparing for theory and driving tests Understanding the Theory Test: A Key Step to Your License Overview of the theory test Importance of passing the theory test before moving on to the…

  • Stoned On The Road: Half of Drivers Fail Drugs Test

    Stoned On The Road: Half of Drivers Fail Drugs Test

    Outline of the Article H1: Introduction Growing concerns about drugs use among motorists. The emergence of roadside drugs tests. H2: Key Findings of the Research Statistics from the AutoExpress investigation. Breakdown of substances detected. H3: Comparison with Drink-Driving Tests The low failure rates of breathalyser tests. Why drugs-driving is a rising concern. H4: Cannabis and…

  • Pass Your Test First Time & Get Your Fee Back

    Pass Your Test First Time & Get Your Fee Back

    Outline of the Article Introduction Importance of passing the driving test on the first attempt. Overview of the proposed cashback initiative. H2: Understanding the Current Problem Declining pass rates: A national concern. Costs associated with multiple test attempts. Reasons behind low pass rates. H3: Challenges Faced by Learners Insufficient practice time. Booking tests prematurely. Lack…

  • OAP Motorists – When Should They Stop Driving?

    OAP Motorists – When Should They Stop Driving?

    Outline H1: Introduction Importance of road safety for all Overview of elderly drivers and the challenges they face Why this is a growing concern H2: The Role of Age in Driving Ability How aging affects driving skills Common physical and cognitive declines related to driving Statistics on elderly drivers and accidents H2: Current Laws for…

  • Driving Examiner Strike: Should I Still Turn Up For My Test?

    Driving Examiner Strike: Should I Still Turn Up For My Test?

    Outline H1: Driving Examiner Strike: Should I Still Turn Up For My Test? H2: Understanding the Driving Examiner Strike H3: What is the driving examiner strike? H3: Why are examiners striking? H3: How does the strike impact practical driving tests? H2: Should You Attend Your Driving Test During the Strike? H3: The official DVSA recommendation…

  • Revealed: New Theory Test Format for Learner Bikers

    Revealed: New Theory Test Format for Learner Bikers

    Outline of the Article: Introduction 1.1 Overview of the new theory test format 1.2 The importance of the update for learner bikers What’s Changed in the New Theory Test Format? 2.1 Introduction of the single-answer question format 2.2 Comparison to the old multiple-answer system Why the DVSA Made These Changes 3.1 Simplification of the test…

  • Driving Examiner Strike Action Update

    Driving Examiner Strike Action Update

    Outline of the Article Introduction 1.1. Overview of the Situation 1.2. Importance of Knowing About the Strike What’s Happening with the Driving Examiner Strike? 2.1. The Root Cause: The Contractual Dispute 2.2. Impact on Learners and Their Tests When and Where Is the Strike Action Taking Place? 3.1. December 1 – North East, North West,…