{"id":36403,"date":"2022-06-23T14:33:10","date_gmt":"2022-06-23T13:33:10","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.wimbledondrivingschool.com\/?p=36403"},"modified":"2022-06-23T14:33:10","modified_gmt":"2022-06-23T13:33:10","slug":"what-goes-into-a-good-driving-lesson","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.wimbledondrivingschool.com\/what-goes-into-a-good-driving-lesson\/","title":{"rendered":"What Goes Into a Good Driving Lesson"},"content":{"rendered":"

You’ve been preparing, and now it’s time to put your knowledge to the test behind the wheel. Booking your first driving lesson is exhilarating, but it won’t be long until jitters set in. Let’s take a look at some ways you can stay calm, cool, and collected when learning to drive.<\/span><\/p>\n

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What You Should Do To Get Ready For Your First Driving Lesson<\/span><\/h2>\n

Reviewing the Highway Code will not only help you pass your theoretical exam, but it will also keep the laws and regulations of the road in your head when you are continuing to learn.<\/span><\/p>\n

Choose comfortable clothing. Wear something comfortable that allows you to move around and avoid any constricting clothing or footwear. Driving in high heels or flip-flops is not recommended.<\/span><\/p>\n

Remember to bring your provisional license; your instructor will verify it. You can’t legally drive without one, so it’s a must-have for your first driving lesson<\/a>. You may also be asked to produce a check code so that your instructor may verify your online license counterpart.<\/span><\/p>\n

Check that you are physically fit to drive. Avoid drinking the night before, and bring your contact lenses or glasses if necessary.<\/span><\/p>\n

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What Will You Be Doing On Your First Driving Lesson?<\/span><\/h2>\n

Will I drive right away?<\/i><\/b><\/p>\n

Don’t worry, you won’t get behind the wheel right away. First, your instructor will take you to a calm road where you will learn the foundations of driving. This comprises the gears, pedals, and the so-called cockpit drill.<\/span><\/p>\n

What exactly is a cockpit drill?<\/i><\/b><\/p>\n

This is an exercise that all drivers should do when they first get behind the wheel, and it’s usually one of the first things you will learn. Check your doors, seat, steering, seatbelt, and mirrors during the cockpit exercise (also known as the DSSSM routine)<\/span><\/p>\n

Before starting your engine, make sure all the doors are closed properly and locked.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Seating and steering \u2014 Adjust the position of your seat so that the controls are easily accessible and you have a good view of the road. It’s also important to make sure the headrest is adjusted properly to prevent or reduce the risk of whiplash in an accident.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Make sure both you and your passengers are wearing seatbelts.<\/span><\/p>\n

Mirrors – Place your mirrors to reduce blind spots.<\/span><\/p>\n

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How Do I Get Going?<\/span><\/h2>\n

When the big moment arrives – taking charge of the car \u2013 you’ll have to move the car off and demonstrate that you can safely do the ‘Prepare, Observe, Move’ routine:<\/span><\/p>\n

Prepare<\/b> – Prepare the car to leave when the route is clear.<\/span><\/p>\n