www.patsmotoring.co.uk https://www.patsmotoring.co.uk:443 News for www.patsmotoring.co.uk en-gb Sun, 15 Sep 2013 13:58:00 +0100 Copyright: (C) Patsmotoring 15 My Lessons patsmotoring_57594 Sun, 15 Sep 2013 13:58:00 +0100 I have just completed my 5th and 6th lessons with Pat. In these lessons I've been reversing around corners, parallel parking and I've been working alot on my mirror signal manouvre work. I feel that my driving improves every lesson and I have grown hugely in my driving confidence since I had my first lesson. I feel that I can drive confidently but I just need to work on improving a few areas of my driving to ensure that I will be safe on the roads. I'm finding my driving experience great, this may be because I love driving and also the fact that Pat is a great instructor.

]]> https://www.patsmotoring.co.uk:443/25/My-Lessons My Experience With Pat patsmotoring_57593 Wed, 28 Aug 2013 11:49:00 +0100 My name is Jack and Pat is my Grandad. During my first lesson Pat explained to me how the car works and I was eager to get driving, when I set off I started at a slow pace so that I would get used to how the car works and functions, by the end of my first lesson I felt that I could control the clutch and change gear with relative ease. on my second and third lessons I learnt how to do manouvres such as three point turns and a short spell of driving on the dual carriageway. I'm just beginning to get on with my theory test, it is important that you get that done early into your lessons so that you can concentrate completely on the practical aspects and do your practical test.

I have just been on my fourth lesson. During this lesson we concentrated on Round-abouts. Pat had top duel control me twice as I was too eager and went too quickly. I plan to learn from these mistakes!

]]> https://www.patsmotoring.co.uk:443/24/My-Experience-With-Pat DSA Warns of Expensive Unofficial Driving Test Booking Sites patsmotoring_57592 Thu, 18 Aug 2011 18:49:00 +0100 The DSA has issued fresh warnings over unofficial driving test booking websites that charge exorbitant fees on top of the agency's own prices.

In most cases these booking services are not doing anything illegal, but the DSA is keen to point out that they are not connected to the DSA or the Government's Directgov website, which candidates use to make the bookings.

Some websites have been charging up to 65% over the standard fee.  As well as warning learner drivers about the dangers involved in using unofficial test booking sites, the DSA is enforcing its trademarks and getting Trading Standards involved to make sure that websites are not able to mislead consumers.

The cost of a Car Theory Test in the UK is £31, and a Car Practical Test is £62 (£75 on Saturday).
Tests can be booked through the following link:

www.direct.gov.uk/drivingtest or through this website.

]]> https://www.patsmotoring.co.uk:443/23/DSA-Warns-of-Expensive-Unofficial-Driving-Test-Booking-Sites Refresher Driving Lessons patsmotoring_57591 Thu, 11 Aug 2011 11:58:00 +0100 The vast majority of people pass their driving test when they are 17.  However, most of them don't have the means to buy a car, insure it and keep it on the road, so they don't drive for a number of  years by which time they have lost all confidence in their ability to drive.

At Pats Motoring School we strongly recommend that people who find themselves in this position should seriously consider taking a Pass Plus Course or some refresher lessons with a professional instructor.  Driving instructors are trained to help you gain confidence in your driving ability and will get you back on the road quickly, safely and confidently.

Pass Plus consists of 6 hours of lessons and is undertaken after you have passed your practical driving test.  You receive  more in depth training on what you have already learnt, motorway lessons,  driving in dark and driving in the rain at speed.

Remember, passing your driving test is just the first stage of the learning process, hopefully, you will continue to learn for many years to come.

]]> https://www.patsmotoring.co.uk:443/22/Refresher-Driving-Lessons What to Expect From Your First Driving Lesson patsmotoring_57590 Thu, 04 Aug 2011 11:17:00 +0100 Over the years I have taken hundreds of novice pupils out and I have been amazed by how many don't actually realise that they will drive the car on their first lesson.  At our driving school all pupils, no matter how nervous, will drive on their first lesson.

I feel that it is very important the pupils drive on their first lesson, after the initial disbelief that they are actually going to drive the car, they almost always instantly gain cofidence and as a result of this their desire and motivation to learn to drive increases significantly and they develop a very positive attitude towards learning to drive.

On the first lesson I introduce myself to the pupil and I then drive them to one of several nursery areas within Oxford.  Throughout this short drive I encourage the student to observe how I handle the car, I also point out different road signs and markings etc., so that from the time they enter the car they are learning.

Having arrived in the nursery area I do a basic eye sight check and the pupil takes over the driver's seat.  We then go through a 30 minute introduction to the controls of the car, after which the pupil is ready to move the car and off we go.  This will probably be the most anxious time during the whole process for the pupil.  However, we do have dual controls, so it is a perfectly safe environment.  Normally after this the pupil is happy that they are driving, they are relaxed and looking forward to their next lesson.

]]> https://www.patsmotoring.co.uk:443/21/What-to-Expect-From-Your-First-Driving-Lesson Consistency is The Key to Success When Learning to Drive patsmotoring_57588 Tue, 26 Jul 2011 18:59:00 +0100 "I would only ever recommend Pat as a driving instructor to anyone, his professonalism and sense of humour makes every lesson progressive and enjoyable.  I went from a complete novice to passing my theory and practical tests first time and now I am completely comfortable driving around.  Pat's dedication to having the safest and best drivers is second to none, the only downfall is that you will miss him when you pass.  Thank you Kate and Pat for your great service and teaching me a life skill I never thought I would have."

I received this testimonial from a pupil who passed last week.  Michael was the model pupil in that he was consistent and committed to learning to drive.  He passed his test from being a complete novice in 36 hours.  He did a 2 hour lesson every week, was never late and was always alert and keen to learn.

I have taught so many pupils over the years who have not been committed, they stop and start and therefore it takes them a lot longer to pass their test, as every time they stop taking lessons they go 2 steps back.

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