Grewar’s Driver Training Deloraine

01/07/2026

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Driving a manual transmission may do more than provide a more engaging driving experience. New research from Japan suggests operating a stick shift activates key areas of the brain responsible for memory, attention, and decision-making more than driving an automatic.

The findings come from Professor Ryuta Kawashima of Tohoku University’s Institute of Development, Aging, and Cancer, according to Japanese outlet Best Car Web. Known for developing the science behind Nintendo’s popular Brain Age games, Kawashima found that the sequence of actions required to drive a manual transmission stimulates the brain’s prefrontal cortex, a region linked to higher cognitive functions.

Researchers found that coordinating clutch operation, gear selection, throttle control, and monitoring traffic requires drivers to continuously process multiple tasks at once. This constant mental engagement keeps the prefrontal cortex active, potentially providing a form of everyday cognitive exercise.

29/06/2026

"Sees Ute Coming Up Behind You On Freeway"... Drive Up 5Kms faster than speed limit... and they still tailgate you.

29/06/2026

A fascinating study from Japan suggests working a manual gearbox gives the aging brain a daily workout automatics simply can't

26/06/2026

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09/06/2026

Every Australian learner driver discovers the same terrifying truth within about three minutes of getting on the road: the second those yellow L plates go up, the entire country suddenly starts driving like it’s the final lap of Bathurst.

Doesn’t matter if the learner is already doing the speed limit. Australians physically cannot resist overtaking them.

Tradies in Rangers appear out of nowhere. Camrys start tailgating. Someone in a Hilux inevitably tries squeezing past in a lane that technically doesn’t exist.

It’s like the yellow L triggers some ancient survival instinct buried deep inside the Australian brain.

02/06/2026

📣 Attention L and P-platers

Getting your driver’s licence is a huge milestone, and we’re cheering you on every step of the way, but we’d like to give you a quick reminder about some important rules designed to keep you and everyone else safe on the road.

Before you get in the car, take a moment to refresh your knowledge of your restrictions like passenger limits, speed limits, phone use and zero alcohol requirements.

✅ Display your plates
✅ Carry your licence on you
✅ Stick to your restricted speed limit. For L-platers that’s 90km/h even when a higher speed limit applies, for P1’s that’s 100km/h even when a higher speed limit applies.
✅ Don’t drink alcohol
✅ Don’t use your mobile phone when driving
✅ Obey all Tasmanian Road Rules
✅ And if you’re on your L’s, don’t forget to always have a supervisory driver with you.

Driving responsibility now builds great habits for life.

Stay safe, look after your mates, and enjoy the freedom that comes with your licence 👍🚘💛

🔗 For more information, visit: https://www.platesplus.tas.gov.au/