29.09.2010
News
As autumn approaches, the Highways Agency is asking drivers to watch out for deer. It is estimated that a staggering 74,000 deer may be involved in vehicle collisions each year in Britain. This brings with it a significant danger to drivers. Several drivers are killed every year and as many as 700 are injured as a result of collisions involving deer.
Research indicates that the periods of highest risk are autumn and spring, and around dawn and dusk. A key to reducing the number and severity of deer-vehicle collisions is for drivers to be deer aware. This means slowing down and taking extra care when you see a deer close to the edge of the road.
For more advice and information on being deer aware click
here
15.09.2010
News
Roadwise will be visiting Aberdeen College and Robert Gordon University freshers fairs next Tuesday and Thursday respectively. If you are thinking about learning to drive why not come along and talk to one of our expert driving instructors who will be on hand to answer any question you may have. We will also be giving a free learner pack DVD to every new Roadwise pupil as well as promoting various road safety messages.
Tuesday 21st September @ Aberdeen College, Gallowgate Centre. Doors open 10am till 2pm
Thursday 23rd September @ The Robert Gordon University. Garthdee Road. Doors open 12pm till 5pm
10.09.2010
News
The driving test is changing as of 4 October 2010. The Governments commitment to reducing the number of accidents involving new drivers has led to the introduction of an independent driving section of the test.
During a10 minute period of your driving test you will be required to drive on your own without continual direction from your examiner. You will be required to drive either by following a series of directions or following traffic signs, or a mixture of both.
For example, your examiner might say, I want you to take the 2
nd right, then the 1
st right, 2
nd left and finally the 2
nd left. Confused? Don’t worry. If you forget the instructions when you start driving you can always ask your examiner to repeat the directions. You may even be shown a simple diagram of the road layout which should help you picture what you are being asked to do.
An example of driving while following traffic signs might include you being asked to drive to the nearest bus station. You don’t need to have a good geographical knowledge of the area. You simply have to follow the sign posts directing you to the requested location.
Finally, your examiner may use a mixture of the two methods outlined above during your independent drive.
Remember you are not being examined on your knowledge of the area. It’s about demonstrating that you can make important decisions by yourself and more importantly, make decisions safely.
Your Roadwise driving instructor will make sure you are well prepared for this part of the test.
For more information on the independent drive section of the driving test
click here.
We would like to hear your thoughts on the new section of the driving test. Do you think it’s a good idea? Will the change affect your confidence after passing your test? Have you already experienced independent driving during your lessons? Let us know!
01.06.2010
News
It is 75 years today since J Beene became the first person to pass their driving test in the UK. In 1934, 7,343 people were killed on the roads and there were 1.5 million cars. In 2008, there were 2,538 deaths, when there were around 34 million cars. Road Safety Minister Mike Penning said: “The driving test is not just a rite of passage, it has helped save thousands of lives on our roads.
Roadwise has a solid commitment to the safety of all road users. Find out how we can help you to learn to drive through our range of training by clicking
here.
14.05.2010
News
Roadwise works in partnership with Aberdeen Foyer supporting young homeless and unemployed people in Aberdeen and Aberdeenshire.
We thought you might be interested in hearing about a Ceilidh to raise funds for the Foyer while having a great night out dancing to the music of the excellent Ceilidh band Clachan Yell. Great raffle prizes to be won!
23.04.2010
News
Roadwise Driver Training were recently involved with a group of local youngsters at a week long driving event at the Gateway Centre in Turriff. On the last day each of the teens were given an hour driving lesson from a Roadwise Driving Instructor. The full article can be found below which featured in the Turriff Advertiser Newspaper on 9th April 2010. To find out more about our pre-17 training, please click
here.
23.04.2010
News
So as you can see Roadwise Driver Training now has a new website! It’s been a few years since the website has had any major changes so we all thought it was time for a big update. The new site has more up to date information, a news page/ blog and a slick new design.
Research indicates that the periods of highest risk are autumn and spring, and around dawn and dusk. A key to reducing the number and severity of deer-vehicle collisions is for drivers to be deer aware. This means slowing down and taking extra care when you see a deer close to the edge of the road.
For more advice and information on being deer aware click here