Author: Blind Spot Drive

As winter closes in and temperatures plummet, there’s good news for driving instructors and examiners in the UK. The Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA) has announced that select test centre waiting rooms will reopen, allowing instructors, examiners, and other personnel a place to stay warm. Here’s everything you need to know about the reopening,…

The Big Con: ‘Genuine’ Driving Licences on Sale for £500 In an age where convenience is just a click away, scammers are making a fortune by luring people into purchasing “genuine” driving licences without having to take any tests. The scheme is as tempting as it is deceptive: pay a few hundred pounds, skip the…

With the onset of a new lockdown in England, many questions have surfaced about driving lessons, tests, and what it means for learner drivers. Here, we’ll answer your most frequently asked questions about how the restrictions impact driver education. Outline Introduction Overview of the lockdown’s impact on driving lessons and tests Importance of staying informed…

The process of getting a driver’s license varies widely across the globe, especially when it comes to the theory test requirements. From the number of questions and difficulty levels to additional requirements and costs, it’s clear that some countries make it much tougher than others. In this article, we’ll explore how different nations handle their…

How the New COVID Tier System Affects Driving Lessons and Tests Outline of the Article Introduction Brief overview of the COVID tier system in England. Importance of knowing the impact on driving lessons and tests. Understanding the New COVID Tier System Explanation of the tier system: Medium, High, and Very High. How areas are categorized…

The Big Lockdown Quiz: Answer the 27 Toughest Theory Test Questions In Lockdown Outline Introduction Importance of theory test preparation during lockdown Overview of Theory Test Pro’s toughest questions Why Study for Your Theory Test Now? Advantages of preparation during lockdown Building knowledge for practical application Understanding the Theory Test Components of the test How…

Expired Certificates: How Learners Have Been Forced to Waste Over £1 Million Table of Contents Introduction The Impact of COVID-19 on Learner Drivers Theory Test Certificate: What Are They? Why Theory Test Certificate Expire The Financial Toll of Expired Certificate Marmalade’s Research: Uncovering the Cost A Shocking Financial Hit Lost and Financial Waste The Story…

Demand for Driving Instructors to Pass Learners Due to Driving Test Backlog Outline: Introduction Overview of driving test suspensions and demand for alternatives. The Current Driving Test Backlog Explanation of the backlog situation and reasons behind it. Why Are Learners Frustrated? Exploring the frustrations of learner drivers due to delays. Proposed Solution: Instructor-Based Passing System…

The Big Lockdown Quiz 2: Top 18 Toughest Traffic Signs As the lockdown stretches on, you have a great opportunity to get a head start on acing your driving theory test. One of the trickiest sections in the Highway Code for most learners is mastering traffic signs. This quiz will test your knowledge on some…

New Drivers Could Face Total Alcohol Ban When Behind the Wheel Outline Introduction to Alcohol Ban for New Drivers Explanation of proposed changes Importance of addressing drug and driving for new drivers Current Drink-Drive Limits in England and Wales Overview of current limits and the proposal to reduce them Comparison with Scotland and other European…