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Teaching learners to drive in rain, fog and other weather
How to teach learners to drive safely in rain, fog, wind, glare and smoke, and when to postpone a lesson instead.
How to teach parallel, angle and reverse parking
Step-by-step methods for teaching parallel, angle and reverse bay parking, plus the safety habits that go with every park.
Preparing learners for their driving test: an instructor’s guide
How to judge test readiness, run realistic mock tests and help learners manage nerves on test day.
Teaching roundabouts: a guide for driving instructors
The roundabout rules learners must know and a step-by-step way to teach them, from a parked briefing to busy multi-lane roundabouts.
How to teach hazard perception to learner drivers
Scanning routines, commentary driving and “what if” questions that build hazard perception, plus what NSW learners need to know about the HPT.
Teaching night driving to learner drivers: an instructor’s guide
When to start night lessons, what to teach about headlights, glare and fatigue, and a ready-to-use 60-minute night lesson plan.
Marketing strategies for driving instructors
Practical, honest ways for driving instructors to get found, build trust and fill their diary, without a big budget.
Teaching eco-driving: fuel-efficient techniques for learners
How to build fuel-efficient habits into everyday driving lessons, with in-car exercises and the safety rules that always come first.
Emotional intelligence and empathy in driving instruction
Practical ways to build empathy, patience and emotional intelligence in the car, with scripts you can use with learners.
How to keep learners engaged in driving lessons
Practical techniques to keep learner drivers actively involved in every lesson, with example questions and a simple lesson structure.
Why driving refresher lessons matter for experienced drivers
Who benefits from a driving refresher, what a good one covers and how to get the most from it.
