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Along side a great driving instructor your videos helped me pass my test, 5 years ago now. I have dyspraxia so driving didn’t initially come naturally, and watching these videos helped drill the ‘theory’ into my brain so I didn’t have to face situations as new when driving as I struggled to react quickly enough. I like to watch these to refresh. Thanks for everything DGN 😊
I was incredibly nervous about driving on the motorway for the first time, so I used the M6 Toll as it's so much quieter than the main M6. Now I'm driving all over the country and find it quite enjoyable!
@@thomasmorris5377it's only empty because it's a toll road and not many people are willing to pay. There are sections of motorway that go around toll roads that don't add much time on to your journey.
I went on the motorway this weekend, to say i'm the nervous type when it comes to motorways it was actually very relaxing. Even when it got a little busy, i just went with the flow.
Fantastic to see Raajan back on the channel! Great video Pin, which will help many who haven't tackled motorways yet. It's one thing reading about it and it's a completely different thing experiencing them 😅
I’m so happy to see how far Raajan has come with his driving. Loved this series and hope to see more videos like this soon. Hopefully long distance perhaps
Passed my driving test on Monday, and what I will say is a big thank you. Your videos are very helpful and simple to understand. Keep up the good work🎉🎉
Great video. First two times I hit the motorway after I passed my test, I was out of my depth. Third time, I did my homework beforehand then took my family with me on a road trip at 5 am (dark outside) - since then, all fear has gone and I thoroughly enjoy motorways and know how to use them!
That’s how people in Michigan drive. Many are going 90-100mph on average. There aren’t speed cameras and MSP isn’t too strict so everyone drives fast here
I just drove on the motorway for the first time too the other day, It definitely is nerve wrecking at first even though you usually practice dual carriageways anyway. Just keep a good gap switch lanes when needed to overtake and it feels a lot easier, i think in general overthinking it makes it seem a lot more hectic than it is especially going from 2 lanes to 3/4.
I just finished a lesson where i went on the motorway for second time... Got scared at times due to large vehicles, but my instructor is amazing, and im getting ready for my test in 7 weeks.
Some instructors say motorway driving is difficult. As long as you build up speed well, stay in the left lane unless overtaking or signs say otherwise. You're good what i've noticed in the 5 years i've been driving myself, nearly everyone ignores the 70mph limit anyway and everyone tailgates.
@@flynnmaxwell4089yeah but your mum probably doesn’t worry about your dad speeding. She’ll definitely worry about her children more since they have less experience
My first experience on the motorway was 1 week after passing my test, no motorway lessons purely of UA-cam videos alone was nervous but got used to it quickly and it happened to be torrential rain so yeah worst conditions but helped me.
As someone who isn’t old enough to drive yet I still can’t believe that it’s not the law that you have to learn to drive on motorway before passing your test
It’s because there is so much to cover and u have to prepare to pass a test . You do cover duel carriageways , essentially the same thing . In terms of merging on and off . Just an extra lane
Raajan did pretty well and is better than most Americans hahaha I learned how to drive the freeways in Michigan and the driving culture here is much different than the UK. Driving here can be super chaotic. This is what I’ve learned: 1. Middle lane hogging is encouraged. The right most lane (or left most for Brits) is reserved for semi trucks, entering/exiting vehicles and cars going below the speed limit. The middle lane is the cruising lane for going the speed limit or faster 2. It’s safer to follow the flow of traffic than follow the speed limit. Since traffic laws aren’t really enforced, you’ll have to be going at least 85mph to keep up. People often pass you going over 100mph 3. There is a lot of undertaking. Some people clog the passing lane going slower than everyone else. Some people also believe that because they are already going 90mph that they won’t move to the right. You’ll even have people driving the passing lane at 60mph. Most people go 85-90 so you’ll get honked at, flashed at, cussed at and you’ll be undertaken by tons of cars 4. Traffic enforcement is pretty rare and you have to either be terribly unlucky or a complete idiot to get pulled over. The lucky thing is if you get pulled over for 100 in a 70, the cop might be kind and write you for 5 over which is 0 demerits and a $140 fine 5. Stay out of the left lane, especially at night. During the night, people in BMWs, Dodge Challengers/Chargers, Mustangs, Audis and Porches will go as fast as the speedometer allows. If you’re in the left lane and you aren’t passing, they will pass on you the shoulder going 150mph. It’s pretty scary. You’ll also have state troopers passing you at 150mph too. Please stay to the right I also drive in Ohio a lot and the driving culture there is very different from Michigans. Speed limits are strictly enforced and they have cops everywhere. Michigan drivers get most of their tickets in Ohio. In Ohio, you’ll also have guys block the passing lane going exactly the speed limit. It can be aggravating
I've always wondered about what it's like to drive on a motorway in the UK. I'm used to driving on a "highway" here in the US. Typically, the right most lane is the travel lane, but I stay in the middle lane to overtake slower vehicles, and to leave the right lane free for other vehicles merging onto the highway. Obviously, being in the middle lane, I have to go faster than the posted limit. Speed limit on I-95 is 70mph but I usually go around 77 in the middle lane.
Oh no, he is turning himself into a middle lane hogger. :( I'm glad you point it out to him, how he is supposed to go back to the left. His response: "Yeah but I prefer the middle lane otherwise I have to change lane constantly" Well yeah, that's the point. It's called active driving but it GREATLY increases the flow of traffic and helps out other drivers greatly if you move lanes back to the left whenever possible. Otherwise you're basically occupying two lanes, which is bad for traffic.
That’s the issue with the lane discipline on motorways… no one drives the speed limit so you cannot stay in the left lane😂 even if you are driving at the limit most people on the left are driving below the limit so you’re constantly having to overtake them.
I didn’t ever take any motorway lessons but it’s an ideal if there’s a nearby motorway! I’ve been driving on the M54 which leads from Telford to the M6 south Wolverhampton! Then I driven on the M5, M42 and M40 and I was so nervous at first but watching motorway videos really helps and my dad did a driving commentary and it really helps!😊 I really love motorway driving but it’s quite daunting at first or twice! Once you feel comfortable and confident, you’ll feel relaxed but not too relaxed!😂 well done Raajaan! Great driving!
Driving in Michigan is super horrifying for all drivers, especially learners You’ll have drivers on I-696, M-14, M-39, M-10 and I-94 pass you on the shoulder going over 100mph. There is rarely any speed enforcement and 0 speed cameras If the speed limit is 70, everyone else goes 85-90+. If the speed limit is 55, everyone goes 75-80+. Going the speed limit on the interstates here can be very risky I remembered my driving instructor said it’s safer to follow the flow of traffic than to do the speed limit so I always keep at 85mph. Even if you do go 85-90mph, you’ll have some crazy BMW or Dodge drivers passing you at 150mph
My first time driving after I had passed I have to drive back from petersborough to essex cause I bought the car from Peterborough I was nervous till I got on it now motorways are my fav thing to go on aha
I think when someone takes their test the DVSA should take people on the motorway as part of their test. I’ve has my licence for 6 years now and friends of mine who have just passed really struggle on motorways with anxiety as they where never taught anything to do with motorways ie changing lanes ect
as an american who drives on American Highways (interstate), I can tell you, we don't know how to use 3 lane highways compared to 2 lane. This is a cool video showing how to drive on a highway, and very informational. It's very different than driving on a normal road. I find it safer and easier to drive on a highway, than on a side road, with traffic lights and sidewalks.
I watch two guys called Rhett and link (good mythical morning) and they were driving and mentioned that there home town since they left has added what they called a “traffic circle” I believe it was. I’m guessing that means roundabout to us in the uk? Also from what they said they’re very uncommon in the states? He wasn’t sure how to use it 😂
@@Bartizzle739 Unless if you’re in Carmel Indiana, no one really knows in the US how to use a roundabout either. Let me explain. (Americans like the call them traffic circles, but a traffic circle has lights, roundabouts do not, im an American and I even know that). For how frequent they are, they are uncommon, yes I agree. Although about 500-700 roundabouts to get installed in the US every year, they are uncommon. I wish people could use more discipline and responsibility in the roundabouts in the US. Roundabouts in America, people suck using generally. No one signals when exiting the roundabout, or signal on which way the car is turning left or right, no one does. (Except for a very few people, including me I signal when exiting). Also, in double lanes roundabouts, people just suck using them even more. Some people cut in between lanes , and some drivers don’t have any lane discipline at all. That’s our version of roundabouts.
@@SuperTylerMan11 Roundabouts are pretty common in Michigan. You’re right that many don’t know how to use them. They sometimes completely stop for no reason and don’t use there blinkers Talking about interstates, lane discipline in the US is god awful. Michigan is notorious for drivers going way above the speed limit. If most people are going 85-90mph, then you’ll have someone driving in the passing lane at 60mph. Everyone including semi trucks hog the middle lane. On top of that, I get passed regularly by people going 100-150mph
Very good motorway driving from Rajan. He seems very confident and should be safe on them. When I passed my driving test the first thing I did was get onto the motorway, I couldn’t wait.
It was great to see Pin looking comfortable and passing Raajan his excellent driving knowledge on the motorway. I noticed Raajan driving with both hands on the steering wheel on the motorway but not in built up suburban areas.Any reason for that ? Well done and keep learning Raajan. 😊
Just subscribed. I find the videos very helpful. Especially because al the instructors are always busy and it is so hard to book a lesson. I have been driving in Italy but never in the UK. I wish it was easier to find an instructor AVAILABLE lol.
Always in the left lane the others are for overtaking Ats a theary test question But driving on the motorway is the best for making you a better driver for a r plate few months in
Took my dad to Heathrow for the first time using the m4 I forced myself to take him for a change so I can just get on with the anxiety with the motorway and I bloody loved it😂. I practically drive like I’m on the motorway already though when I have space on normal road lol, only difference is that I have more space and time to switch lanes. I feel good about them now
As a swiss this is so fun to watch. Your motorways look far more stressful than ours even though we are allowed to drive 120km/h ~ 75mph. In germany there's no speed limit at all and we casually drive 160km/h ~ 100mp/h.
This is nothing compared to what I experience in Michigan. Especially near Detroit. There are 0 speed cameras and rarely any traffic enforcement here. You’ll have people drive in the passing lane at 10 below the limit, everyone hogs the middle lane, people blow past you at 100+, if the speed limit is 70, everyone else goes 90 so going the speed limit is dangerous. There is 0 lane discipline Because traffic laws are so laxed, the interstates here might as well be the Autobahn. If you drive on I-75 at night, you’ll have many people scorching past you at 100+mph. If you get pulled over for 100 in a 70 or 75 zone, the cop will write you for 5 over which is 0 demerits and $140 For example, my mom got pulled over near West Branch for 112 in a 75 (180 in a 120km) zone. The cop wrote her for 80 in a 75 (130 in a 120). She had to pay $140, take a speed awareness class and didn’t get any demerits
Great video only thing is may just be me but I think you need to teach people when driving on the motorway the danger doing the same speed along side a hgv and the possible blind spots of the hgv
very interesting that people keep enough distance on the motorway. I drive in america, and most people just tailgate each other closely. the motorway/freeway in uk seems a lot safer to drive on despite all the big trucks because there's actually enough distance to change lanes at most times
@cianmacgana9092 “the motorways in the uk seem a lot safer to drive” They were literally comparing them saying UK seems safer because they’re not like US where they dangerously tailgate all the time. They never justified tailgating. You’re the slow one lol. Obviously it doesn’t make sense to tailgate at high speeds on the motorway that was the entire point which didn’t need to be restated, unless it was an explanation for genuinely slow people.
@cianmacgana9092 I never said you were wrong I said there’s no point of restating it. I should’ve took the “you can’t argue with idiots” advice before starting this. That’s my bad. I apologise sincerely and I wish you well in your special education classes. Have a good day
what my driving instructor taught myself was when you can see both headlights with the center mirror is the time to start thinking of pulling back over, as a general rule of thumb, but also being aware of traffic infront may suddenly hit the brakes, so to also be aware of that. I think I was one of the early birds back in May 94. for motorway lessons after passing my driving test as was illegal to do it before. but do believe that lerners should learn motorway skills. a 2 second rule is if not an emergency stop though, as the car in the left lane can slam on the ankers for no real reason apart from to change lane because of a stationary vehicle 50 feet infront of it even though the amber lights have been visable for a mile before hand, and all the warning signs of vehicles changing lanes, as well as leaving more than a 2 second rule while in lane 2, and not able to pass safely so holding back, which can also leave you with a massive speed difference. so always best to nearly 1.5x the time so 3-4 seconds in the dry, plus also gives a clearer view of the road ahead more than 2 seconds especially behind large vehicles.
He is very chilled!!!! I passed in March and still haven't been on a motorway. I barely get on dual carriageways lol. Let's hope some of Rajaans confidence can rub off onto me coz atm, it's a shambles 😅😅
congrats! I passed last month! been on motorway once, and its a bit intimidating but just take your family with you and you'll get used to it! 👍👍 going to get used to it and I'll be off to Scotland aha!
@@rebrandftw think I'll take your advice and do it with family or friends first. Maybe I can take a road trip soon too. Have fun on the drive to Scotland when you go 😊😊😊
I went on a major A road first with my dad in the car so I could get used to driving at 70mph without having 3 lanes, as well as at night time so there was much less traffic, then I did a run on a motorway with my dad, since then I’ve done countless motorway runs and it’s so much easier now
Imo, motorways are literally just better dual carriageways. They’re the same thing but with more freedom. Dual carriageways suck because lorries are always trying to overtake other lorries, creating a rolling roadblock limited at like 52mph. With a motorway u just unlock a third lane to get around them
If there is like roundablits near you You have drove it loads of times it might be confusing Then you need to be aware of the other drivers keep an eye on them might be first time they have drove there Dodgy slip road ..make it easy for the other driver
The new drivers and people should know that it is much more appealing when they hold the steering wheels with both hands. For me they look more mature and skifful drives .But, it is my opinion!
Just make sure you’re at a safe distance ahead of other cars when overtaking and switching back to their lanes. Newer drivers tend to switch back into lane immediately after overtaking a car which needs caution.
The M60 was a bit hairy yesterday with heavy rain showers and low sun - couldn't see the current lane markings clearly. The old ones were visible too. 😱
I've had my license for 8 months and still haven't driven on the motorway on my own! Did it once with passplus just after passing my test but that was obv with an instructor.
@@zarabukhari6621 yes partly that, the main issue is joining the motorway from the slip road, I think that's what is a little scary because what if there is a lot of traffic from your right? You can't exactly slow down but also you can't force your way on either. Guess once you do it, it probably isn't too bad. I am enjoying the country lanes though, alot of fun because you can go more than 20mph! 😂 I live in South London and nearly all the roads are now 20mph as of a few days ago! 🤬
@@Mike.CebertNew fear unlocked thanks 😂 I passed the other week and have to drive on the motorway soon on my own aswell and I'm so scared but I didn't even think about joining from the slip road 😩
The one thing can say about motorway driving is to adjust distance , look at the vehicles way infront of you and any signs of people flashing beams on the opposite side. I normally start braking when the 2nd vehicle in front of me starts braking during heavy traffic. Also I stay away from sitting beside a truck too long as they have blind spots. Pinn can always give Rajaan a little smack on the back of his head if he makes a mistake 😂. It will take lots of experience to be a good motorway driver. I am by no means an expert driver.
Longest I have been on a motorway was 4 hours straight and I kid you not it's not scary but it's tiring especially with only being in my 3rd year of driving
A motorway is literally any other road but you get to drive 10mph faster. Damn, I am so scared that people can't handle it. How on earth will a new driver cope with driving in a virtually straight line????? God, give me your wisdom
Since getting his license, this is the most defensively Raajan has and will drive on the motorway. I'm sure of it. Keep your eye on him, Pin. He still needs you.
It should be mandatory for everyone to carry out at least some form of Motorway training. It baffles me the amount of people that think there is such thing as a fast lane. In saying that, most busy motorways it can be dangerous staying in the left lane, especially where exits are backed up.
Its such a small issue but is there any chance of flipping the rear camera? Its weird to see someone taking over on the right in the rear and they magically appear on the left in the main camera.
Disappointing to see a new driver holding the wheel like that and not being pulled up on it. I don't get it either because holding the wheel properly it actually more comfortable anyway.
I need to keep my steering wheel straight when I'm driving on a motorway with my instructor. I focus too much on my left mirror when I should be looking at centre and right mirror
Hello brother I hope you’re well, i watched your video most of them I passed test 2 weeks ago now I really need your help about confidence driving my own please 🙏 help me
Don't forget , trucks can do 45- 55 in lane. Yiu really need to keep your wits about and check all blind spots. You need to be better and respond faster than an autonomous vehicle in the future. 😅
Hi Pin, I wanted to ask you a question please. On a driving test can a person let the steering wheel feed back through their hands, but not letting go of the wheel, just letting it slide through both hands, after turning a corner or turning the wheel at any point while driving? Or do you have to do the push pull method for bringing the wheel back stright after turning? Great videos. Thanks
I'm pretty sure you have to do the push n pull method, I passed my test the other week and I did it that way although the examiner didn't mention anything so I'm not 100% sure but it's prob best to do it that way just incase
I also prefer NOT to stay in the 1st lane when more than 2 are available. You'll be bothered by traffic merging in or slowing down for exits and generally, slower vehicles. When only 2 lanes are available, I fall back to 1st sometimes, but if there's a lot of traffic, I just stay on the fast lane. It's better (and safer) to stay in one lane for long periods of time instead of constantly switching lanes.
@@josyms7849yes, there is a "fast" lane. This is what the last lane (highest number) is referred to by almost any driver. And while I agree with using the 1st lane when there's no traffic, it's masochistic to use it when it's crowded. Sometimes, playing by the rules 100% is not the best choice, nor the safest. Argue what you want but on a long trip, the safest way to commute is by sticking to one lane as much as possible and ideally, keeping a constant speed, hence avoiding the 1st lane works in that sense.
@@HDJess If lane 1 is crowded, and you're overtaking, there is no issue remaining in lane 2, but that's not what you said in your original comment. I don't know why you're making it complicated, it really isn't. If you're not overtaking, you should be in the left hand lane. There is no 'fast lane', there is the driving lane (the left one) and one or more overtaking lanes.
Hey Pin, did you notice he was driving casually with one hand from 13:32 to 13:45, is it okay to drive on motorway with one hand or is it a safety hazard? My instructor said you should never drive with one hand.
This was a okay drive but he should leave the overtaking lane as soon he's finished overtaking and not keep lingering in the middle just because it's easier..
you don't go on the motorway for the practical test in the UK so you usually don't get taught about it, but you can do a Pass Plus program with a certified instructor that teaches you about it and maybe lowers insurance rates
If you are learning to drive or will be starting soon please check out my Ultimate Driving Course. The Ultimate Driving Course itself has been designed to enhance your Driving Journey helping you save time and money on your driving Lessons by offering structured and informative videos on every single topic required to pass your test for the price of one lesson
But don’t take my word for it, I have unlocked the first three modules/10 Videos of the Automatic and Manual Editions of the Ultimate Driving Course for you to try. So even if you don’t buy the course you will be prepared for your first few lessons with your own Instructor
www.ultimatedrivingcourse.com/
We have now introduced a FREE TO ACCESS Theory Section. As part of Phase 1 you can now access the below features.
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I was lucky to have a great instructor. Took me to every possible scenario - rain, snow, night, highway, filling gas etc.
American?
@@SisterSarayah no need to question it if it's obvious lol
@@_Professor_Oak Mind your business. Nobody asked you.
Anyone can drive on american roads ffs.. And to make it brain dead easy you all drive automatic transmission
People on this channel are so rude man 🤦🏾♀️
Along side a great driving instructor your videos helped me pass my test, 5 years ago now. I have dyspraxia so driving didn’t initially come naturally, and watching these videos helped drill the ‘theory’ into my brain so I didn’t have to face situations as new when driving as I struggled to react quickly enough. I like to watch these to refresh. Thanks for everything DGN 😊
Wow
I was incredibly nervous about driving on the motorway for the first time, so I used the M6 Toll as it's so much quieter than the main M6. Now I'm driving all over the country and find it quite enjoyable!
m6 Toll is one of the best roads I've driven on. Can go whatever speed it seems and always pretty empty
@@thomasmorris5377 Till the undercover police pull you 😂😂
@@thomasmorris5377it's only empty because it's a toll road and not many people are willing to pay.
There are sections of motorway that go around toll roads that don't add much time on to your journey.
Thanks so much DGN, I watched your videos all night and Alhamdulillah I passed my test today, first try and with zero minors
"Why do you drive in the middle lane?", "I just prefer it" - Oh dear, I wonder if he realises how many people he infuriated with that comment 🤣
I went on the motorway this weekend, to say i'm the nervous type when it comes to motorways it was actually very relaxing. Even when it got a little busy, i just went with the flow.
i really enjoy it cuz i can go faster 😂
I love motorways. You also have enough time to react, generally.
Fantastic to see Raajan back on the channel! Great video Pin, which will help many who haven't tackled motorways yet. It's one thing reading about it and it's a completely different thing experiencing them 😅
I’m so happy to see how far Raajan has come with his driving. Loved this series and hope to see more videos like this soon. Hopefully long distance perhaps
Passed my driving test on Monday, and what I will say is a big thank you. Your videos are very helpful and simple to understand. Keep up the good work🎉🎉
He seems so confident and chilled,wish I was like that
Sometimes it’s not always a good thing tho, because he was over confident and did some mistakes
Motorways are actually the easiest part about driving imo. So easy to day dream on there if you aint careful
That's why it's hard
I passed 2 years ago and yet still keep coming back to see Pin, great vid as always!
Great video. First two times I hit the motorway after I passed my test, I was out of my depth. Third time, I did my homework beforehand then took my family with me on a road trip at 5 am (dark outside) - since then, all fear has gone and I thoroughly enjoy motorways and know how to use them!
I think Raajan is one best young learner drivers on this channel because he learnt from the best.
And so inspirered .....
I passed 4 months ago but not yet ready for motorway lessons confidence wise but when I am I’ll be going with my driving instructor.
I reckon Raajan sticks to the outside lane doing 90mph when Pin is not with him 🤣
That’s how people in Michigan drive. Many are going 90-100mph on average. There aren’t speed cameras and MSP isn’t too strict so everyone drives fast here
I just drove on the motorway for the first time too the other day, It definitely is nerve wrecking at first even though you usually practice dual carriageways anyway. Just keep a good gap switch lanes when needed to overtake and it feels a lot easier, i think in general overthinking it makes it seem a lot more hectic than it is especially going from 2 lanes to 3/4.
I just finished a lesson where i went on the motorway for second time... Got scared at times due to large vehicles, but my instructor is amazing, and im getting ready for my test in 7 weeks.
Some instructors say motorway driving is difficult. As long as you build up speed well, stay in the left lane unless overtaking or signs say otherwise. You're good what i've noticed in the 5 years i've been driving myself, nearly everyone ignores the 70mph limit anyway and everyone tailgates.
Yup my first time on motorway dad told me to give it some got up to 85 before my mum started worrying😂
@@jaclips733 85? my dad be hitting 90+mph on MAIN roads
@@flynnmaxwell4089that's not worth bragging about, seems like your dad is an immature twat and a bad influence
@@flynnmaxwell4089yeah but your mum probably doesn’t worry about your dad speeding. She’ll definitely worry about her children more since they have less experience
My first experience on the motorway was 1 week after passing my test, no motorway lessons purely of UA-cam videos alone was nervous but got used to it quickly and it happened to be torrential rain so yeah worst conditions but helped me.
As someone who isn’t old enough to drive yet I still can’t believe that it’s not the law that you have to learn to drive on motorway before passing your test
It’s because there is so much to cover and u have to prepare to pass a test .
You do cover duel carriageways , essentially the same thing . In terms of merging on and off . Just an extra lane
I did motorways in lessons
Raajan did pretty well and is better than most Americans hahaha
I learned how to drive the freeways in Michigan and the driving culture here is much different than the UK. Driving here can be super chaotic. This is what I’ve learned:
1. Middle lane hogging is encouraged. The right most lane (or left most for Brits) is reserved for semi trucks, entering/exiting vehicles and cars going below the speed limit. The middle lane is the cruising lane for going the speed limit or faster
2. It’s safer to follow the flow of traffic than follow the speed limit. Since traffic laws aren’t really enforced, you’ll have to be going at least 85mph to keep up. People often pass you going over 100mph
3. There is a lot of undertaking. Some people clog the passing lane going slower than everyone else. Some people also believe that because they are already going 90mph that they won’t move to the right. You’ll even have people driving the passing lane at 60mph. Most people go 85-90 so you’ll get honked at, flashed at, cussed at and you’ll be undertaken by tons of cars
4. Traffic enforcement is pretty rare and you have to either be terribly unlucky or a complete idiot to get pulled over. The lucky thing is if you get pulled over for 100 in a 70, the cop might be kind and write you for 5 over which is 0 demerits and a $140 fine
5. Stay out of the left lane, especially at night. During the night, people in BMWs, Dodge Challengers/Chargers, Mustangs, Audis and Porches will go as fast as the speedometer allows. If you’re in the left lane and you aren’t passing, they will pass on you the shoulder going 150mph. It’s pretty scary. You’ll also have state troopers passing you at 150mph too. Please stay to the right
I also drive in Ohio a lot and the driving culture there is very different from Michigans. Speed limits are strictly enforced and they have cops everywhere. Michigan drivers get most of their tickets in Ohio. In Ohio, you’ll also have guys block the passing lane going exactly the speed limit. It can be aggravating
I've always wondered about what it's like to drive on a motorway in the UK. I'm used to driving on a "highway" here in the US. Typically, the right most lane is the travel lane, but I stay in the middle lane to overtake slower vehicles, and to leave the right lane free for other vehicles merging onto the highway. Obviously, being in the middle lane, I have to go faster than the posted limit. Speed limit on I-95 is 70mph but I usually go around 77 in the middle lane.
Oh no, he is turning himself into a middle lane hogger. :(
I'm glad you point it out to him, how he is supposed to go back to the left.
His response: "Yeah but I prefer the middle lane otherwise I have to change lane constantly"
Well yeah, that's the point. It's called active driving but it GREATLY increases the flow of traffic and helps out other drivers greatly if you move lanes back to the left whenever possible. Otherwise you're basically occupying two lanes, which is bad for traffic.
That’s the issue with the lane discipline on motorways… no one drives the speed limit so you cannot stay in the left lane😂 even if you are driving at the limit most people on the left are driving below the limit so you’re constantly having to overtake them.
I didn’t ever take any motorway lessons but it’s an ideal if there’s a nearby motorway! I’ve been driving on the M54 which leads from Telford to the M6 south Wolverhampton! Then I driven on the M5, M42 and M40 and I was so nervous at first but watching motorway videos really helps and my dad did a driving commentary and it really helps!😊
I really love motorway driving but it’s quite daunting at first or twice! Once you feel comfortable and confident, you’ll feel relaxed but not too relaxed!😂 well done Raajaan! Great driving!
Driving in Michigan is super horrifying for all drivers, especially learners
You’ll have drivers on I-696, M-14, M-39, M-10 and I-94 pass you on the shoulder going over 100mph. There is rarely any speed enforcement and 0 speed cameras
If the speed limit is 70, everyone else goes 85-90+. If the speed limit is 55, everyone goes 75-80+. Going the speed limit on the interstates here can be very risky
I remembered my driving instructor said it’s safer to follow the flow of traffic than to do the speed limit so I always keep at 85mph. Even if you do go 85-90mph, you’ll have some crazy BMW or Dodge drivers passing you at 150mph
My first time driving after I had passed I have to drive back from petersborough to essex cause I bought the car from Peterborough I was nervous till I got on it now motorways are my fav thing to go on aha
I think when someone takes their test the DVSA should take people on the motorway as part of their test. I’ve has my licence for 6 years now and friends of mine who have just passed really struggle on motorways with anxiety as they where never taught anything to do with motorways ie changing lanes ect
A bit better than last time.
When changing lanes try to _glide_ across rather than steering so sharply.
Watching this makes me appreciate my instructor, was taken on the motorway and shown under the bonnet.
Done well ive been passed a year & not been on the motorway since 🙈
as an american who drives on American Highways (interstate), I can tell you, we don't know how to use 3 lane highways compared to 2 lane.
This is a cool video showing how to drive on a highway, and very informational.
It's very different than driving on a normal road. I find it safer and easier to drive on a highway, than on a side road, with traffic lights and sidewalks.
It's the same on M25 and M60 in England (the London & Manchester orbital motorways). There are too many cars and too many dickheads.
i can bet.
go to new jersey (no offense to nj drivers), but their highway is horrendous to drive on. (mostly the garden state parkway)
I watch two guys called Rhett and link (good mythical morning) and they were driving and mentioned that there home town since they left has added what they called a “traffic circle” I believe it was. I’m guessing that means roundabout to us in the uk? Also from what they said they’re very uncommon in the states? He wasn’t sure how to use it 😂
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Unless if you’re in Carmel Indiana, no one really knows in the US how to use a roundabout either. Let me explain. (Americans like the call them traffic circles, but a traffic circle has lights, roundabouts do not, im an American and I even know that). For how frequent they are, they are uncommon, yes I agree. Although about 500-700 roundabouts to get installed in the US every year, they are uncommon. I wish people could use more discipline and responsibility in the roundabouts in the US.
Roundabouts in America, people suck using generally. No one signals when exiting the roundabout, or signal on which way the car is turning left or right, no one does. (Except for a very few people, including me I signal when exiting). Also, in double lanes roundabouts, people just suck using them even more. Some people cut in between lanes , and some drivers don’t have any lane discipline at all.
That’s our version of roundabouts.
@@SuperTylerMan11 Roundabouts are pretty common in Michigan. You’re right that many don’t know how to use them. They sometimes completely stop for no reason and don’t use there blinkers
Talking about interstates, lane discipline in the US is god awful. Michigan is notorious for drivers going way above the speed limit. If most people are going 85-90mph, then you’ll have someone driving in the passing lane at 60mph. Everyone including semi trucks hog the middle lane. On top of that, I get passed regularly by people going 100-150mph
Very good motorway driving from Rajan. He seems very confident and should be safe on them. When I passed my driving test the first thing I did was get onto the motorway, I couldn’t wait.
this was very helpful! Thank you for all the tips. I just passed my driving test and I am looking forward to gaining experience on the road
It was great to see Pin looking comfortable and passing Raajan his excellent driving knowledge on the motorway. I noticed Raajan driving with both hands on the steering wheel on the motorway but not in built up suburban areas.Any reason for that ? Well done and keep learning Raajan. 😊
probably wants full control due to the higher speed
Love driving in the middle and right lane
Just subscribed. I find the videos very helpful. Especially because al the instructors are always busy and it is so hard to book a lesson. I have been driving in Italy but never in the UK. I wish it was easier to find an instructor AVAILABLE lol.
Always in the left lane the others are for overtaking
Ats a theary test question
But driving on the motorway is the best for making you a better driver for a r plate few months in
Took my dad to Heathrow for the first time using the m4 I forced myself to take him for a change so I can just get on with the anxiety with the motorway and I bloody loved it😂. I practically drive like I’m on the motorway already though when I have space on normal road lol, only difference is that I have more space and time to switch lanes. I feel good about them now
As a swiss this is so fun to watch. Your motorways look far more stressful than ours even though we are allowed to drive 120km/h ~ 75mph. In germany there's no speed limit at all and we casually drive 160km/h ~ 100mp/h.
This is nothing compared to what I experience in Michigan. Especially near Detroit.
There are 0 speed cameras and rarely any traffic enforcement here. You’ll have people drive in the passing lane at 10 below the limit, everyone hogs the middle lane, people blow past you at 100+, if the speed limit is 70, everyone else goes 90 so going the speed limit is dangerous. There is 0 lane discipline
Because traffic laws are so laxed, the interstates here might as well be the Autobahn. If you drive on I-75 at night, you’ll have many people scorching past you at 100+mph. If you get pulled over for 100 in a 70 or 75 zone, the cop will write you for 5 over which is 0 demerits and $140
For example, my mom got pulled over near West Branch for 112 in a 75 (180 in a 120km) zone. The cop wrote her for 80 in a 75 (130 in a 120). She had to pay $140, take a speed awareness class and didn’t get any demerits
Pin replying deadpan to the middle lane hugging explanation "you just prefer it 😶"
Like you get a choice 😂
I’m so thankful my instructor did multiple motorway lessons before my test so the motorway now doesn’t bother me!
Wow, can't wait to watch this video❤🎉 x
4:10 this made me laugh, the way you guys kept looking at the gears thinking whether he should change or not
Great video only thing is may just be me but I think you need to teach people when driving on the motorway the danger doing the same speed along side a hgv and the possible blind spots of the hgv
I remember few weeks after passing my test, I went to 🇫🇷 France via Dover ferry, best experience ever. On my way back I was less nervous though 😂😂😂
First time driving on my own was on a motorway in Italy, Great fun 👍🏻
very interesting that people keep enough distance on the motorway. I drive in america, and most people just tailgate each other closely. the motorway/freeway in uk seems a lot safer to drive on despite all the big trucks because there's actually enough distance to change lanes at most times
Sounds like 1 second away from disaster.
@cianmacgana9092yeah that’s the point they were making
@cianmacgana9092 I’m just saying u didn’t need to restate it lol
@cianmacgana9092 “the motorways in the uk seem a lot safer to drive”
They were literally comparing them saying UK seems safer because they’re not like US where they dangerously tailgate all the time. They never justified tailgating. You’re the slow one lol.
Obviously it doesn’t make sense to tailgate at high speeds on the motorway that was the entire point which didn’t need to be restated, unless it was an explanation for genuinely slow people.
@cianmacgana9092 I never said you were wrong I said there’s no point of restating it. I should’ve took the “you can’t argue with idiots” advice before starting this. That’s my bad. I apologise sincerely and I wish you well in your special education classes. Have a good day
what my driving instructor taught myself was when you can see both headlights with the center mirror is the time to start thinking of pulling back over, as a general rule of thumb, but also being aware of traffic infront may suddenly hit the brakes, so to also be aware of that.
I think I was one of the early birds back in May 94. for motorway lessons after passing my driving test as was illegal to do it before. but do believe that lerners should learn motorway skills.
a 2 second rule is if not an emergency stop though, as the car in the left lane can slam on the ankers for no real reason apart from to change lane because of a stationary vehicle 50 feet infront of it even though the amber lights have been visable for a mile before hand, and all the warning signs of vehicles changing lanes, as well as leaving more than a 2 second rule while in lane 2, and not able to pass safely so holding back, which can also leave you with a massive speed difference. so always best to nearly 1.5x the time so 3-4 seconds in the dry, plus also gives a clearer view of the road ahead more than 2 seconds especially behind large vehicles.
Says something when a) Pin prefers to be in a car with dual controls and b) Raajan not knowing he is still in 4th gear
He is a really good driver!
He is very chilled!!!! I passed in March and still haven't been on a motorway. I barely get on dual carriageways lol. Let's hope some of Rajaans confidence can rub off onto me coz atm, it's a shambles 😅😅
congrats! I passed last month! been on motorway once, and its a bit intimidating but just take your family with you and you'll get used to it! 👍👍
going to get used to it and I'll be off to Scotland aha!
@@rebrandftw think I'll take your advice and do it with family or friends first. Maybe I can take a road trip soon too. Have fun on the drive to Scotland when you go 😊😊😊
I went on a major A road first with my dad in the car so I could get used to driving at 70mph without having 3 lanes, as well as at night time so there was much less traffic, then I did a run on a motorway with my dad, since then I’ve done countless motorway runs and it’s so much easier now
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Imo, motorways are literally just better dual carriageways. They’re the same thing but with more freedom. Dual carriageways suck because lorries are always trying to overtake other lorries, creating a rolling roadblock limited at like 52mph. With a motorway u just unlock a third lane to get around them
If there is like roundablits near you
You have drove it loads of times it might be confusing
Then you need to be aware of the other drivers keep an eye on them might be first time they have drove there
Dodgy slip road ..make it easy for the other driver
The new drivers and people should know that it is much more appealing when they hold the steering wheels with both hands. For me they look more mature and skifful drives .But, it is my opinion!
Funny to watch this video while I passed the driving exam, I been in my exam on the motorway or highway, nice learnfull video
Just make sure you’re at a safe distance ahead of other cars when overtaking and switching back to their lanes. Newer drivers tend to switch back into lane immediately after overtaking a car which needs caution.
Nice one.
Lots of good advice as always.
Would love to see a motorway video with Brandon as well, miss him on the channel!
Looks very relaxed , some times he has been steering in one hand , which is unsafe.
This was so informative thankyou
The M60 was a bit hairy yesterday with heavy rain showers and low sun - couldn't see the current lane markings clearly. The old ones were visible too. 😱
Good content pin, love this sort of videos ❤
I've had my license for 8 months and still haven't driven on the motorway on my own! Did it once with passplus just after passing my test but that was obv with an instructor.
Are u scared?
@@zarabukhari6621 yes partly that, the main issue is joining the motorway from the slip road, I think that's what is a little scary because what if there is a lot of traffic from your right? You can't exactly slow down but also you can't force your way on either. Guess once you do it, it probably isn't too bad.
I am enjoying the country lanes though, alot of fun because you can go more than 20mph! 😂 I live in South London and nearly all the roads are now 20mph as of a few days ago! 🤬
@@Mike.Cebert yes you are right had the same experience joining from slip road on my lesson
@@Mike.CebertNew fear unlocked thanks 😂 I passed the other week and have to drive on the motorway soon on my own aswell and I'm so scared but I didn't even think about joining from the slip road 😩
@@Mike.Cebert That's exactly my worry, and how mad we don't have to do this before passing.
20mph will just create rat runs.
The one thing can say about motorway driving is to adjust distance , look at the vehicles way infront of you and any signs of people flashing beams on the opposite side. I normally start braking when the 2nd vehicle in front of me starts braking during heavy traffic. Also I stay away from sitting beside a truck too long as they have blind spots. Pinn can always give Rajaan a little smack on the back of his head if he makes a mistake 😂. It will take lots of experience to be a good motorway driver. I am by no means an expert driver.
Longest I have been on a motorway was 4 hours straight and I kid you not it's not scary but it's tiring especially with only being in my 3rd year of driving
I wouldn't hold the wheel that way on the motorway.
pretty soon he'll switch to one hand on top only 😢
Raajan is so pretty 😍😍😍
A motorway is literally any other road but you get to drive 10mph faster. Damn, I am so scared that people can't handle it. How on earth will a new driver cope with driving in a virtually straight line????? God, give me your wisdom
Well, he did it wrong.
According to legend, these two men are still driving on that motorway right now
Since getting his license, this is the most defensively Raajan has and will drive on the motorway. I'm sure of it. Keep your eye on him, Pin. He still needs you.
he will learn by himself he doesn’t need to be babied 🤣
Well yeah because who wants to be stuck in the left lane trapped by trucks the whole time
Raajan is 🔥
It should be mandatory for everyone to carry out at least some form of Motorway training. It baffles me the amount of people that think there is such thing as a fast lane. In saying that, most busy motorways it can be dangerous staying in the left lane, especially where exits are backed up.
Its such a small issue but is there any chance of flipping the rear camera? Its weird to see someone taking over on the right in the rear and they magically appear on the left in the main camera.
Disappointing to see a new driver holding the wheel like that and not being pulled up on it. I don't get it either because holding the wheel properly it actually more comfortable anyway.
Cool.
Good instructor
Excellent video
16:02 to 16:48. Should be in lane 2 not lane 3
smooth
I need to keep my steering wheel straight when I'm driving on a motorway with my instructor. I focus too much on my left mirror when I should be looking at centre and right mirror
That 1st part was j9 right by me hate the m6 from 7 to 9 with them bumps
Ive never seen someone hold a steering wheel like that, especially after passing lol
Good video .
I found driving in Ireland to be the worse but I find it’s good help though
Hello brother I hope you’re well, i watched your video most of them I passed test 2 weeks ago now I really need your help about confidence driving my own please 🙏 help me
Don't forget , trucks can do 45- 55 in lane. Yiu really need to keep your wits about and check all blind spots. You need to be better and respond faster than an autonomous vehicle in the future. 😅
My worry is what if someone is in my way and the slip road runs out 😞
I can not drive on the motorway ,i am very scared 😢
Drive with someone with u, don't worry u will get used to it!
It’s no fun when he doesn’t have to intervene 😔
Hi Pin, I wanted to ask you a question please. On a driving test can a person let the steering wheel feed back through their hands, but not letting go of the wheel, just letting it slide through both hands, after turning a corner or turning the wheel at any point while driving? Or do you have to do the push pull method for bringing the wheel back stright after turning? Great videos. Thanks
I'm pretty sure you have to do the push n pull method, I passed my test the other week and I did it that way although the examiner didn't mention anything so I'm not 100% sure but it's prob best to do it that way just incase
I got a minor for not steering properly. The test was only 25 minutes otherwise it would have been a serious. I don't know how to push and pull.
Here in Macedonia, middle lane is normal driving and left and right lane is for overtaking so watching this in UK is weird to me obviously
Sounds dangerous.
@@infinite3joy Not at all. I guess we are used to it
I also prefer NOT to stay in the 1st lane when more than 2 are available. You'll be bothered by traffic merging in or slowing down for exits and generally, slower vehicles. When only 2 lanes are available, I fall back to 1st sometimes, but if there's a lot of traffic, I just stay on the fast lane. It's better (and safer) to stay in one lane for long periods of time instead of constantly switching lanes.
You should be in the nearside lane and there is no fast lane.
@@josyms7849yes, there is a "fast" lane. This is what the last lane (highest number) is referred to by almost any driver. And while I agree with using the 1st lane when there's no traffic, it's masochistic to use it when it's crowded. Sometimes, playing by the rules 100% is not the best choice, nor the safest. Argue what you want but on a long trip, the safest way to commute is by sticking to one lane as much as possible and ideally, keeping a constant speed, hence avoiding the 1st lane works in that sense.
@@HDJess let's hope I don't meet you hogging the middle lane when lane 1 is empty.
@@josyms7849 Just out of curiosity, what would you do, if you found me cruising on the middle lane? I'm very curious how monkeys think.
@@HDJess If lane 1 is crowded, and you're overtaking, there is no issue remaining in lane 2, but that's not what you said in your original comment. I don't know why you're making it complicated, it really isn't. If you're not overtaking, you should be in the left hand lane. There is no 'fast lane', there is the driving lane (the left one) and one or more overtaking lanes.
Hey Pin, did you notice he was driving casually with one hand from 13:32 to 13:45, is it okay to drive on motorway with one hand or is it a safety hazard? My instructor said you should never drive with one hand.
This was a okay drive but he should leave the overtaking lane as soon he's finished overtaking and not keep lingering in the middle just because it's easier..
The white lane is for loading and unloading, the middle.yellow lane is for passing, do not pass on the.left, it is for loading and unloading
Imagine not having to do this before passing your test
I'm in shock that someone can go 5 months learning without going on a highway. That's just me living in Australia I guess
yeah when i was still learning, i went on freeways for the first time at like 30 hours of driving time
Aussie here as well. Got my P1 license 2 weeks ago, definitely a must to get good practice on freeways
It depends on where you live, for me, I don't have a motorway near me, just a dual carriageway so haven't been on motorway yet
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you don't go on the motorway for the practical test in the UK so you usually don't get taught about it, but you can do a Pass Plus program with a certified instructor that teaches you about it and maybe lowers insurance rates
Pin is Rajaan's uncle, I guess?
Yh
Does the speed cameras work on the mway?