How To Judge Your Road Position / Left Side Gap | Learn to drive: Basic skills

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  • @AdvanceDrivingSchool
    @AdvanceDrivingSchool  6 років тому +71

    Thanks for watching - if you found this video interesting then please subscribe to our channel and click the bell to be notified of our next video! This video includes;
    * 0:06 Introduction
    * 1:01 Why road position is important
    * 2:20 How to judge our road position
    * 3:40 Steering technique
    * 4:17 Wide 2-lane roads
    * 4:47 Narrow 2-lane roads
    * 5:31 Narrow road without road markings
    * 6:11 Single track road
    * 7:05 Summary

    • @drivingeducationwithilyas.
      @drivingeducationwithilyas. 6 років тому +1

      Hi dear i am ilyas working here in United Arab Of Emirates as a driving instructor for light vehicles heavy bus and heavy truck ...looking forward to move to UK USA Or Canada please help me out to get work permit there if possible thanks .....

  • @Superi0rfemale
    @Superi0rfemale 6 років тому +238

    I passed my test today in the rain and fog with 5 minors, your videos have helped me so much recently. As someone who suffers with anxiety I doubt my actions a lot but your videos reassured me that I am safe to drive. Thank you so much!

  • @singletotakentv9583
    @singletotakentv9583 5 років тому +82

    I learnt looking at the centre of the horizon helps.

  • @healandgrow6131
    @healandgrow6131 3 роки тому +33

    I passed first time with 6 minors. I paniced and thought i failed. The examiner made me do emergency stop and 3 parkings. He took me on hills, small roads, T junctions, dual carriageway and some forest roads. He also took me on a 50mph roads and alot of roundabouts. I watched your videos alot during lock down over and over again i made a huge note book and made notes it helped me prepare for my test. Thank you for making simple, quick and very useful vidoes you cover every incy bincy topics which is greatly appreciated 🙂

    • @AdvanceDrivingSchool
      @AdvanceDrivingSchool  3 роки тому +3

      Well done! 🚙👍🏼😃

    • @RS250Squid
      @RS250Squid 9 місяців тому +1

      I'm gonna start calling things incy bincy from now on 🙂

  • @kaziTas
    @kaziTas 6 років тому +51

    I am weak in road position,tnx for this video ,it will help me.

  • @NafisaT98
    @NafisaT98 6 років тому +587

    Driving is so stressful, honestly so much little things. JUST WANT TO PASSSSSSSSSSSS

    • @kaziTas
      @kaziTas 6 років тому +9

      Maya yes,i just want to pass also😀

    • @chichi-iw2ik
      @chichi-iw2ik 6 років тому +148

      Stop focusing on passing and focus on learning. If you learn then you will pass by using your knowledge.
      Driving is easy af. Just relax and focus

    • @shereenclement8769
      @shereenclement8769 6 років тому +14

      Oh my dayzzzz I've been learning for so long it's so anyoing not passing

    • @Rhh26
      @Rhh26 5 років тому +5

      Been learning since september and im getting really impatient now

    • @jamesshore2987
      @jamesshore2987 5 років тому +1

      Salty potato same.

  • @gc6854
    @gc6854 6 років тому +18

    I am on my 4th day driving in the UK coming from Canada. I could not have driven in the UK without Advance Driving videos. I just finished watching your “How to Judge Road Position” which couldn’t have come at a better time. I am getting more comfortable with roundabouts but I’ve hit a few left curbs with my rental. My worst experience was with a bus who had to move to the centre to get past park cars. I know the bus should stop for me because he is in my lane but we know who would win if I hit a bus. So the curb got a good hit. BUT the driving is getting better as we move onto Stratford upon Avon from Cheltenham.

  • @mollyhooper8674
    @mollyhooper8674 5 років тому +111

    I find keeping the car straight so darn difficult.... I know I only had 2 lessons so far.... but it looks so easy when others do it.
    I need to see more videos when I can see the road ahead and the steering wheel at the same time.

    • @AdvanceDrivingSchool
      @AdvanceDrivingSchool  5 років тому +4

      This video might help: How To Steer A Car: ua-cam.com/video/Oiv6V8f5g18/v-deo.html :-)

    • @rebelrebel3426
      @rebelrebel3426 5 років тому +4

      i had 14 and still struggling

    • @kayla_max
      @kayla_max 4 роки тому

      Rebel Rebel I’ve had 3

    • @EstherOlagboye
      @EstherOlagboye 4 роки тому

      Lol I’ve only had 2 so far and I’m struggling too lol

    • @10ksam
      @10ksam 4 роки тому

      @@AdvanceDrivingSchool Do we have to keep checking the reference points often to stay positioned on the road. With experience Is it possible to just look straight ahead and not look at the reference points again and again.

  • @karenmcculloch4980
    @karenmcculloch4980 6 років тому +14

    so much to remember, so stressful. Hopefully will pass on next attempt thanks to these guides.

  • @Thashenn18
    @Thashenn18 3 роки тому +2

    I initially tought the video was in a sim until i realised it was real life. Great guide regardless!

  • @gungnirkin2069
    @gungnirkin2069 5 років тому +9

    Thank you, i was so nervous about where i was on the road cause i didn't know where i was this has helped me.

  • @hooikidz
    @hooikidz 4 роки тому +6

    To be honest drivers can just look at the side mirrors to see whether they are centered on the road. If they can see the the gap between line on the side of the car and the dotted line that shows how you are positioned.

  • @vivianchao9421
    @vivianchao9421 5 років тому +10

    This is amazing thanks so much l had a lot of pressure with my teacher on how to keep the car on the right position

  • @RS250Squid
    @RS250Squid Рік тому +1

    I'm so relieved to find this video, because I was honestly starting to think it was just me with this issue. I'm either way too close to the kerb or up against the center line. I'm going to be working on fixing that of course, hopefully this video will help :-).

  • @tranxuandinh7152
    @tranxuandinh7152 2 роки тому +1

    Cảm ơn bạn!

  • @kitaaofficial4119
    @kitaaofficial4119 5 років тому +3

    Ooh thank you this is helpful video for me since I'm weak on road position

  • @MickeyCool30
    @MickeyCool30 5 років тому +7

    Such an informative video its so much easier when its explained like this and makes more sense and I find the voice so calming and easy to follow 👍

  • @vstylianou88
    @vstylianou88 3 роки тому +1

    Thanks for these useful points, I’m trying to learn how to drive on the right side of the road.. it’s so difficult to change after driving many years on the left!

  • @chaturika8180
    @chaturika8180 5 років тому +3

    Thank you for the video. This is my main problem of driving. When i move away by the driving straight line, i can't recognize it. This video helps me a lot. I will try to follow curb position on windscreen. Mt driving test is closer now. I'm so nervous.😣

  • @fuzzylon
    @fuzzylon 2 роки тому

    I found this video really helpful.
    After having driven for many years in the UK such that road position had become instinctive I have now moved to France and I'm freaked out about sitting on the left side of the car.
    I need to re-think road position from scratch and your video explains this really well.

  • @user-qj4jf7zw3v
    @user-qj4jf7zw3v 3 роки тому +1

    Thank you, thank you, thank you.
    Wish me good luck in my test

  • @liliankalekye8869
    @liliankalekye8869 4 роки тому +1

    This channel has helped me alot...am now a super star😂thank you...much love from Kenya

  • @kayawongpierre4218
    @kayawongpierre4218 День тому

    Wow I wish I had you as my driving teacher here in Trinidad.

  • @dr.chittaranjanbarik4388
    @dr.chittaranjanbarik4388 6 років тому +1

    I m from India & here also left sided driving ..
    So I m getting it convenient to watch & learn from your videos...
    The narrow roads & natural scenery very similar here as in your videos..
    Thanks a lot for the video..

    • @AdvanceDrivingSchool
      @AdvanceDrivingSchool  6 років тому +1

      India is the second most common country to view our videos! Glad you find them useful 👍🏼

    • @dr.chittaranjanbarik4388
      @dr.chittaranjanbarik4388 6 років тому +1

      I know driving but still likes to watch these videos..
      It ll be best if you make a video of driving in hilly roads,busy traffic with gradients etc with simultaneous coverage of left reference point(middle of dash board with driver head camera), decision making of crossing a narrow gap & other things of pre-planning on the road with Operating of all pedals,gear along with running commentry ......
      with a virtual driving experience ..

    • @AdvanceDrivingSchool
      @AdvanceDrivingSchool  6 років тому

      Thanks for the suggestion! It isn't very hilly where we live unfortunately, but we use the drivers eye view quite often in our videos so can see how it looks for us when driving. Of course you will need to find your own reference point, as it looks different for every type of car and size of driver. Have you seen our video 'No 1 tip for passing' as it covers how to forward plan?

  • @ck-fr9nq
    @ck-fr9nq 6 років тому +5

    Many thanks from India. Helpful information.

    • @zaggernut5054
      @zaggernut5054 5 років тому +1

      not very helpful in a place where everyone considers lane markings to be road decoration

  • @sagarikaoceania
    @sagarikaoceania 5 років тому +3

    Thank you for sharing the knowledge. I passed my test today, your videos really really helped a lot

  • @MickeyCool30
    @MickeyCool30 5 років тому +4

    Such a great video, the reference point is so helpful as I always worry on road position, it looks basically that the centre of the windscreen lines with the curb, but obviously varies how far left depending on road width and slowing and moving left slightly for oncoming vehicles on narrower roads

  • @Franciscolney
    @Franciscolney 4 роки тому +1

    i'm from india,i watched your videos many times...this video is also very helpful for me

  • @sarahcallaghan3117
    @sarahcallaghan3117 6 років тому +3

    Brilliant I'm so happy and confident thanks to you two your both great and I'll think of videos I've learnt on test and lessons I'm getting booked in soon it will be one less stress and pressure out of way and less embarrassed I'll probably use sceen wiper as a ref point . 😀

  • @sarahcallaghan7813
    @sarahcallaghan7813 4 роки тому +1

    Did well just went over limit and drifting out a bit but overall went ok and I told him I keep watching you to keep me updated so this video helps I've added on to list well done on 153k subscriber's 😁

  • @bzebee5979
    @bzebee5979 5 років тому +1

    Thanks for a brilliant video. I needed this. It touched the kerb twice in my last driving lesson! 👍😁

  • @rajr1032
    @rajr1032 3 роки тому +2

    65 year old still driving here, in India whose dangerous roads are not the best for an elderly driver!. Watched the presentation, looking for some reassurance to re-train my senses on position, particularly my left one; my confidence shaken by a couple of unpleasant near mishaps on the road. In that sense, this is a very helpful video lesson. Need more training videos like this one, to enable me to get back on the road, a necessity for a singleton, to drive in an emergency.

  • @zv54
    @zv54 6 років тому +5

    5th 1&1/2hr lesson with my new instructor. Mature adult learner too not just a teen! I am still in the industrial estate since I am struggling with the very basics including correct road positioning! I am trying so hard to get it right but I'm losing control! What's the best way to determine perfect positioning every time?! As I said I'm not even on roads yet so these basics need to be perfected today!

    • @AdvanceDrivingSchool
      @AdvanceDrivingSchool  6 років тому +2

      Try and do all the things that this video suggests; so find your own reference point, and look as far ahead as possible - but it always takes a little while until you get used to where you should be. Don't try to rush your learning, it will take as long as it takes!

    • @iwanttowatchyoutubenow
      @iwanttowatchyoutubenow 5 років тому +1

      Practice', i hope you get all the practice you can get... because i believe eevrything comes with practice. I wish you the best of luck

  • @avrilantoinette
    @avrilantoinette 6 років тому +3

    I’m so bad at this so thanks for the video!!!

  • @obli8984
    @obli8984 3 роки тому

    I got this point but there is question coming if we bend towards probably that would be change that we have to get another reference point at traffic jerms☺
    This video is much better than I have see else where..

  • @aasimhajwani3431
    @aasimhajwani3431 4 роки тому

    very well video editing, animations as while changing from wider lanes to narrow lanes.Work appreciable of the channel..

  • @Blocke89
    @Blocke89 6 років тому +4

    Hey there, U have d Best Driving Tutorials here in UA-cam as always bcos it's very detailed. Can u also give a tutorial on how would u approach hill twisties especially on steep downhill..

  • @HexlGaming
    @HexlGaming 6 років тому +9

    a fiesta st? oh, I like that! :3

    • @mariemurphy8866
      @mariemurphy8866 4 роки тому

      I passed first time anď am back ďrivìñgafter a long time. Ìts apain!!!

  • @rajatbasak9703
    @rajatbasak9703 6 років тому +2

    Wow. Beautifully done. Just loved it. Awesome view. Appreciate your hard work.. thanks. Keep it up.. 💜

  • @godwinthomas1083
    @godwinthomas1083 4 роки тому

    Really a professional approach.A good teacher for new drivers .Thank you team Advance Driving School

  • @lomilemofokeng8652
    @lomilemofokeng8652 6 років тому +2

    thank you. Your videos are very helpful .i am still taking my driving lessons so soon i will be going for test. Lomile from Soweto.

    • @AdvanceDrivingSchool
      @AdvanceDrivingSchool  6 років тому +1

      Thanks for your compliments! Good luck on your test 🚙👍🏼

  • @muhammetdal7521
    @muhammetdal7521 Рік тому +1

    You are legend❤❤❤

  • @ofw8795
    @ofw8795 Рік тому +1

    Tnx I got my license last November 9 I'm success 🙏

  • @katephan8266
    @katephan8266 6 років тому +1

    All your videos are good quality and i have watched all 👌✌️

  • @Ganesh_bhat
    @Ganesh_bhat 5 років тому

    ultimate driving classes on youtube thanks for knowledge .....

  • @abassaleh6514
    @abassaleh6514 4 роки тому

    This vid great, i had problem know where i am on the lane bcz in a car you see a very wide view that you can't judge where you at from. Thanks a lot❤

  • @haripoudel8292
    @haripoudel8292 4 роки тому

    Good mam.i found this technique excellent than any of the driving lesson I:e keeping reference point.

  • @baikaranabyo
    @baikaranabyo 3 роки тому

    Thank you so much for the video. It is very helpful

  • @vm2831
    @vm2831 4 роки тому

    Good advice I will try.thank you very much

  • @stanciuflorin5087
    @stanciuflorin5087 5 років тому +1

    Great video and interesting. Thanks

  • @E14.Driv3R
    @E14.Driv3R 5 років тому

    I’m glad that the car I’m learning in is the one shown in the vid

    • @ukuk1043
      @ukuk1043 5 років тому

      I passed my test with ford fiasta 2016 but i got ford fiasta 2006 so you need to be ready to drive any car

  • @BIS1046
    @BIS1046 4 роки тому

    Thank you for such valuable tips, it helped a lot.

  • @slim9484
    @slim9484 5 років тому +1

    Great video, thank you so much!

  • @XxxHappynewyearxxX
    @XxxHappynewyearxxX 4 роки тому

    Absolutely amazing!!!

  • @roote4k154
    @roote4k154 3 місяці тому

    thank you for sharing this video

  • @sadiart17
    @sadiart17 2 роки тому

    Super helpful video thanks ☺️

  • @kothalawalatd9332
    @kothalawalatd9332 5 років тому

    very useful and practical. thank you
    Best of Luck

    • @nahidaibrahimkutty665
      @nahidaibrahimkutty665 3 роки тому

      2lane road when driving how many feet has to leave on left side(curb side)

  • @peterrose5746
    @peterrose5746 4 роки тому

    Good video. My car’s LHD and positioning can be tricky

  • @husnainakhtar3048
    @husnainakhtar3048 6 років тому +4

    I'm 2nd to comment 😍
    Your channel is really really good and helpful, it has improved a lot of my driving mistakes , thanks 🙏
    I'll pray to Allah for this channel to be continued and be prosper ,amin
    I really appreciate for all the efforts and hard work your channel doing for us learners,
    Thanks advance driving school

  • @Traveltheworldforfun
    @Traveltheworldforfun 5 років тому +1

    Amazing videos from this channel I appreciated so much and I hope everyone does too.

  • @ETBrothers
    @ETBrothers 11 місяців тому

    Great advices!

  • @nangteimylliemngap1455
    @nangteimylliemngap1455 3 роки тому

    Thanks you for the video

  • @dhaadeeysiyad1674
    @dhaadeeysiyad1674 6 років тому +1

    I'm first one on comments this vedio clip. Indeed great vedio clip..👍 . Thank you Advance driving school ..

  • @lilitaloy1641
    @lilitaloy1641 4 роки тому

    Thank you was very helpful

  • @tjijendaurbanus2735
    @tjijendaurbanus2735 5 років тому

    You guys need 100 million subscribers thanks for your videos guys

  • @rezagrans1296
    @rezagrans1296 4 роки тому

    U guys have awesome weather there in England, much envy (alburDa Canada)

    • @AdvanceDrivingSchool
      @AdvanceDrivingSchool  4 роки тому +2

      In all honesty we only film when the weather is nice!

    • @rezagrans1296
      @rezagrans1296 4 роки тому

      @@AdvanceDrivingSchool
      HeeeHeeehahh still exajjerashinz @ play, I've googled many times the U.Kays temperatures and all I can say is there 'normal and moderate #s'. We have a 6 month winter, 2 month summer, and 4 months wintumn/sprinter (fall or spring season with too much rain, or very windy days, where 0°C is easily possible) in ca naAaa- da(uh) yuuugh

  • @lailastable
    @lailastable 5 років тому +1

    Very helpful, thanks

  • @akhileshhh
    @akhileshhh 4 роки тому

    this is such a good video

  • @rajuparmar1862
    @rajuparmar1862 4 роки тому +1

    Well explained

  • @millicentnkosi
    @millicentnkosi 3 роки тому

    I love your channel

  • @suzannah565
    @suzannah565 6 років тому

    Fantastic video as always 👌🏽

  • @teaplug8814
    @teaplug8814 5 років тому +1

    I've had 24 lessons and my driving instructor has yet to explain this to me despite me asking her loadsa times. So I'll watch this before each lesson and I'm only gonna try to apply it. Can anyone drop a comment and say roughly what they were doing at 24 lessons? so far I've learnt how to parallel park, I'm pushing for bay parking even though for some reason she is reluctant to teach me?? even though I find it easier. I can change gears and drive ok (these vids are helping) but whats the ballpark for you guys with 24 lessons?

  • @jamielangford8000
    @jamielangford8000 6 років тому +1

    could you post a video about buses and lorries and how to understand their road position is different from cars.
    explaining how they manouver and how space should be left for them

  • @Paulinedale1
    @Paulinedale1 6 років тому

    Thank you for this video 😁

  • @anjali972
    @anjali972 5 років тому

    very useful ,thanks

  • @Sara_Hana19
    @Sara_Hana19 6 років тому +1

    Thanks for all the video. I needed it. 👍👍👍👍

  • @abdirahmanmohammad492
    @abdirahmanmohammad492 2 місяці тому

    I'm a Somali boy I love your video's teacher

  • @singletotakentv9583
    @singletotakentv9583 5 років тому

    If you compare roads in London and certain countryside areas I find the roads in countryside areas are much wider in general.

  • @badrulalam1386
    @badrulalam1386 3 роки тому

    Very helpful

  • @arslanshani4351
    @arslanshani4351 4 роки тому

    Thank you so much for teach

  • @natashasandells25
    @natashasandells25 Рік тому +1

    Will I fail my test if I find crossing my arms while coming off a roundabout easier

  • @KJ-oz6hb
    @KJ-oz6hb 6 років тому +9

    I have my driving test this Thursday and I'm so freaking nervous! 😢My mum keeps telling me not to worry but I can't help it, and don't want to let anyone down, which is even more pressure. I'd rather pass now before I start my second year of Uni because I know that I'll be so busy! Wish me luck that I pass guys or if you have any techniques on how to stay calm then that would be much appreciated too! lol 🙏🏼😭

    • @AdvanceDrivingSchool
      @AdvanceDrivingSchool  6 років тому +1

      Firstly, don't worry about letting anyone down - it really isn't that big a deal if you don't pass. The test can be taken as many times as needed - although if you are a good driver then there is every chance that you will pass first time. We have a few videos that might interest you - have a look on our channel for the playlist called 'Driving Test tips and guides'. Good luck!

    • @KJ-oz6hb
      @KJ-oz6hb 6 років тому

      Advance Driving School Thank you! Just had a look at it now and it's so helpful! :) I love your channel, the amount of work and effort that you guys put into it is pretty awesome so kudos to you guys for making it so much easier for me! I didn't know how to do roundabouts before but after watching your videos I'm able to do them now 😅I'm definitely going to run through all of your videos one last time before I take my test, just to cram in all that extra information! 😊

    • @abdu6732
      @abdu6732 6 років тому +2

      have passed your test?

    • @brandonlee7382
      @brandonlee7382 6 років тому +2

      You pass?

    • @KJ-oz6hb
      @KJ-oz6hb 6 років тому +3

      xSaltyxDRIFTx Nope 😢Didn't pass because when I was meeting with traffic, I was supposed to stop and give way but instead I tried to cram my way in, which didn't go well with the examiner as he had to brake hard 🙊 I have my second test in a few weeks time though.

  • @rozinadebray8594
    @rozinadebray8594 2 роки тому

    It’s so good

  • @sannah2429
    @sannah2429 6 років тому +2

    Thank you for this 👌🏻

  • @lovebirds8821
    @lovebirds8821 5 років тому

    Very informayive... i like this channel

  • @bonfacemaranga7651
    @bonfacemaranga7651 Рік тому

    Good one

  • @priscarichards2549
    @priscarichards2549 5 років тому

    So helpful. Thank you

  • @a.856
    @a.856 4 роки тому +1

    Thanks alot

  • @neskomen80
    @neskomen80 4 роки тому

    U should put a video about when or how to turn left/right into a narrow intercestion..some people buy themself an Audi a6 or bmw 5 etc but before they were driving like vauxhall corsa or fiat punto..now they dont know when or how to turn without hiiting other car because front of audi,bmw,merc etc are quite longer than corsa,punto etc and longer too..

    • @AdvanceDrivingSchool
      @AdvanceDrivingSchool  4 роки тому

      Thanks for the idea 👍🏼

    • @neskomen80
      @neskomen80 4 роки тому

      @@AdvanceDrivingSchool I forgot to say..good work..😁👍👍👍

  • @AbdulRAUF-xu1ty
    @AbdulRAUF-xu1ty 4 роки тому

    Thank you very much.

  • @webraja2008
    @webraja2008 6 років тому

    Awesome...ver usefull...👏👌
    Still we need more guidance videos for road position and judge car left side position please 😊

    • @AdvanceDrivingSchool
      @AdvanceDrivingSchool  6 років тому

      We’re not sure there is much else to show you - just get out there and practice! 🚙👍🏼

  • @dishovarghese3787
    @dishovarghese3787 5 років тому +1

    Your videos are well made ,I appreciate your works, please include some driving skills to be used in "INDIAN ROADS " where we realise what we studying is not driving.

    • @AdvanceDrivingSchool
      @AdvanceDrivingSchool  5 років тому +5

      I’m sorry, but we have never been to India and don’t know about any differences there are from driving in the UK 😔

  • @remnant.watchman
    @remnant.watchman 2 роки тому

    Thanks!

  • @rga7482
    @rga7482 5 років тому

    It"s very good thank you.

  • @dutchesscarniegegordon56
    @dutchesscarniegegordon56 4 роки тому

    Thank you very much

  • @iamcollinlam
    @iamcollinlam 4 роки тому

    More 1st person view will be useful. Thanks

    • @AdvanceDrivingSchool
      @AdvanceDrivingSchool  4 роки тому

      We have used that view in lots of other videos - this one for example: When to check your mirrors: ua-cam.com/video/vG__H_eqapc/v-deo.html 👍🏼

    • @iamcollinlam
      @iamcollinlam 4 роки тому

      "More"

  • @mehtabjamil3984
    @mehtabjamil3984 6 років тому

    Very helful video

  • @soreice09
    @soreice09 6 років тому

    great channel!!!

  • @antoniamontana9671
    @antoniamontana9671 2 роки тому +1

    Very good video.
    One question: If your driving instructor has never mentioned reference points does it mean that (despite their apparent qualification) they are a dangerous, idiotic psycho who will badly damage the learner's confidence (while receiving generous payment for doing so) and create a vicious cycle of anxious learners with poor preparation and bad driving habits on the road; or is it an indication that they are satisfied with the learner's innate sense of positioning? It can be so hard to tell these days.

    • @AdvanceDrivingSchool
      @AdvanceDrivingSchool  2 роки тому +1

      We don’t always need to use a reference point, if the learner is able to judge something for themselves. What type of instructor you have though - who knows! 😉

  • @kiranm6749
    @kiranm6749 4 роки тому

    I never thought I would learn how to drive a car on youtube