Around 12 min mark shes going 35mph on a 60 road Isnt the rule to only go as fast as the limit if you feel safe too, but the road was empty? I just wonder as when i drive on the national speed limit carriageway, how slow can i go before i get marked down? Is there a sweetspot?
It’s a great question. It depends on what going on behind and, what happens along that road as a whole. What you’ll notice is that she speeds up before and after that point, and at the 12 min mark the road goes into a restricted view bend so she’s probably slowed due to that. If she stayed at 35 for the entire road the examiner would take action but the speed did increase. Also, the GPS speed is usually 3 or 4mph below the displayed speed on the dashboard. Hope that helps and thanks for watching 😀👍
@@learntodrivetheeasyway Personally I find the negatives outweigh the positives with eye mirrors. Faults are often missed when using them so my preferred method is direct observation. When training PDI's, I help them develop the same sequence examiners use - mirror, look, talk. That way, faults should be identified. Examiners don't use eye mirrors, so by using direct observations on lessons this will help the pupil get used to it. I know some people say that eye mirrors are great for seeing pupil's facial expressions however, it's not difficult to see when you look at the pupil. I've spoken to quite a few people who find eye mirrors "creepy". What benefits do you find from using an eye mirror?
@@Tommy_67 I have used them for teaching and assessing since 2006 and it’s my preferred method. I see anything that direct sight will see without prompting the client/candidate. The only time I do look is if the clients glasses frames obstruct my view of their eyes. I’ve also had many clients that say that their previous instructors creeped them out due to staring at the side of their face. It’s 6 of one and half a dozen of the other I’m afraid. As for examiners not using them, that’s not entirely correct either. I know a few that do including one TCM that I trained to be an ADI and later worked for me for 5 years.
@@learntodrivetheeasyway Why do you feel direct observations lead to prompting the pupil? It seems odd that when using an eye mirror, the instructor will give a direction, look in the eye mirror to see where the pupil is looking and then have to look at the pupil to see what they are doing with their hands and feet! Looking directly at the pupil to start with makes more sense to me. If you find it works for you, that's good.
@Tommy it’s the same reason why checking blindspots prompts them to check, which is why examiners will always check after the candidate. Likewise, looking over their shoulder prompts them to be aware that they might be unaware of the speed limit. Also, I don’t need/feel I to look at their feet or hands, as I can feel/hear what the car is doing.
Hi Michael, if I was driving 25 instead of 30 would that be a fault? Because sometimes other drivers come right ahead of you speeding and some roads could be a lot narrower?
I don’t an examiner would penalise you for that percentage of difference J x. That being said, I had my first fail of the year on Friday for doing 25 in a 50. 😩
@@jx861 40 to 45 should be fine but it’s down to the examiners discretion on the day. I would always advise to drive to the road conditions but never be bullied by the vehicles behind. With experience you will assess a bend via the ‘limit point’ to know what speed is appropriate.
Unfortunately there is about 14 routes. But my advise is not to learn the routes as you’ll become complacent. Look for the signs, road markings, and other drivers, and you’ll be fine.
@@HoudalothAli can’t remember to be honest but might have been hay fever. Due to conducting medical assessments I have to lateral flow twice a week so I’m clear of Vid at least.
Sorry for the dodgy green screen clip at the beginning. See, we all make mistakes!
Keep making these videos very helpful👌🏾
Thank you for your kind comment. I’ll see what I can do in the next week or so. 👍
Around 12 min mark shes going 35mph on a 60 road
Isnt the rule to only go as fast as the limit if you feel safe too, but the road was empty?
I just wonder as when i drive on the national speed limit carriageway, how slow can i go before i get marked down? Is there a sweetspot?
It’s a great question. It depends on what going on behind and, what happens along that road as a whole. What you’ll notice is that she speeds up before and after that point, and at the 12 min mark the road goes into a restricted view bend so she’s probably slowed due to that. If she stayed at 35 for the entire road the examiner would take action but the speed did increase. Also, the GPS speed is usually 3 or 4mph below the displayed speed on the dashboard. Hope that helps and thanks for watching 😀👍
Man there is not a traffic at all in Barnet at that time ,I was like no way hahaha
Great video tho
Driving test today at Barnet ! 😅
👍🏾👍🏾Very helpful and informative Thanks.
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Glad it was helpful 😀👍
Hi Michael,
Another interesting video.
Do you use an eye mirror?
Thank you. I do indeed. I sit all the way back and I feel that leaning forward to check when clients are shorter prompts them. What’s your views?
@@learntodrivetheeasyway
Personally I find the negatives outweigh the positives with eye mirrors.
Faults are often missed when using them so my preferred method is direct observation.
When training PDI's, I help them develop the same sequence examiners use - mirror, look, talk.
That way, faults should be identified.
Examiners don't use eye mirrors, so by using direct observations on lessons this will help the pupil get used to it.
I know some people say that eye mirrors are great for seeing pupil's facial expressions however, it's not difficult to see when you look at the pupil. I've spoken to quite a few people who find eye mirrors "creepy".
What benefits do you find from using an eye mirror?
@@Tommy_67 I have used them for teaching and assessing since 2006 and it’s my preferred method. I see anything that direct sight will see without prompting the client/candidate. The only time I do look is if the clients glasses frames obstruct my view of their eyes. I’ve also had many clients that say that their previous instructors creeped them out due to staring at the side of their face. It’s 6 of one and half a dozen of the other I’m afraid. As for examiners not using them, that’s not entirely correct either. I know a few that do including one TCM that I trained to be an ADI and later worked for me for 5 years.
@@learntodrivetheeasyway
Why do you feel direct observations lead to prompting the pupil?
It seems odd that when using an eye mirror, the instructor will give a direction, look in the eye mirror to see where the pupil is looking and then have to look at the pupil to see what they are doing with their hands and feet! Looking directly at the pupil to start with makes more sense to me.
If you find it works for you, that's good.
@Tommy it’s the same reason why checking blindspots prompts them to check, which is why examiners will always check after the candidate. Likewise, looking over their shoulder prompts them to be aware that they might be unaware of the speed limit. Also, I don’t need/feel I to look at their feet or hands, as I can feel/hear what the car is doing.
How about a Barnet route with independent driving following signs on a different route.
Hiya. Here’s one of the ‘follow the sign routes’. ua-cam.com/video/z22Fm_zdCSQ/v-deo.html
Hi Michael, if I was driving 25 instead of 30 would that be a fault? Because sometimes other drivers come right ahead of you speeding and some roads could be a lot narrower?
I don’t an examiner would penalise you for that percentage of difference J x. That being said, I had my first fail of the year on Friday for doing 25 in a 50. 😩
@@learntodrivetheeasyway Thanks Michael. Would you also happen to know if they do the eye test in the Barnet Test Centre's car park?
@@learntodrivetheeasyway oh no :( I would always try to maintain the speed but on a 60 my driving instructor said its okay to even be at 45 or 40?
@@jx861 I haven’t seen them do it in the car park for about 10 years. It’s usually conducted outside the test centre.
@@jx861 40 to 45 should be fine but it’s down to the examiners discretion on the day. I would always advise to drive to the road conditions but never be bullied by the vehicles behind. With experience you will assess a bend via the ‘limit point’ to know what speed is appropriate.
Did she pass by now?
She did first time with, if I remnant correctly, 1 driver fault/minor 🎉
Would like to get some practice lessons / mock tests with you on automatic, if that’s possible?
Thanks for getting in contact. Please message me on 07985586975 and I’ll see what I can do.
How do you display the SATnav screen on the video?
I screen record the Tom Tom, and then use that video as Picture in Picture.
Great Vid man
I got my test next week in barnet and was wondering if that's the only test route in barnet or if there's more?
Unfortunately there is about 14 routes. But my advise is not to learn the routes as you’ll become complacent. Look for the signs, road markings, and other drivers, and you’ll be fine.
Manual is much harder than auto. Good luck Chloe.
It’s a bit harder but confidence is key. But I have no doubt that Chloe will pass with ease on her first attempt as she’s a really good driver.
How I can contact you about the practice lesson? Thank you
Hiya, you can contact me on 07995586975. I look forward to hearing from you soon.
Is it possible to pass the test? Thanks
Michael, you don't seem well at all in this mock test.
Bless you for caring. Wallahi habibi, I was fine. I wasn’t expecting to do a mock hence the facial hair! 😂
@@learntodrivetheeasyway few coughs in the video.
@@HoudalothAli can’t remember to be honest but might have been hay fever. Due to conducting medical assessments I have to lateral flow twice a week so I’m clear of Vid at least.
hi i’ve messaged your number but not gone through
Sorry to hear that. What number have you messaged?
Had the same happen as well just now, messaged on the number provided in comments - 07995586975