R.A.S Driver training

R.A.S Driver training R.A.S DRIVER TRAINING/franchised through BSM, ADI instructor working in crawley mon-sat.

Contact/whatsapp me for anymore info on lessons and prices 07581005981

20/04/2026

8-10am Weekly Saturday slot became available in Crawley.

Well done today Adeola on a great pass and great drive with just 3 minors.
07/03/2026

Well done today Adeola on a great pass and great drive with just 3 minors.

Well done to Joshua today on a great pass on a wet day
27/02/2026

Well done to Joshua today on a great pass on a wet day

Well done to fin this morning on a great pass in the rain and for keeping my 100% pass rate this year 3 for 3.
06/02/2026

Well done to fin this morning on a great pass in the rain and for keeping my 100% pass rate this year 3 for 3.

Well done to Maja today on her pass with a route we had practiced a few days ago. Safe driving!!
04/02/2026

Well done to Maja today on her pass with a route we had practiced a few days ago. Safe driving!!

14/01/2026

After a good year last year with 19 passes I’ve now got spaces for more pupils contact me for more info on times and prices.

Well done to Artjoms on his pass today with 3 minors and my first pass of the new year.
06/01/2026

Well done to Artjoms on his pass today with 3 minors and my first pass of the new year.

13/12/2025

DVSA Drives Forward With Major Test Reforms and Booking Rule Overhaul
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December 2025 – Key Updates from DVSA (UK)

The Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA) continues to evolve driver testing services across Great Britain — with a range of important changes aimed at modernising the driving test experience, reducing backlogs, and improving safety outcomes for learner drivers.

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🛣️ 1. New Practical Driving Test Adjustments Now in Force

From 24 November 2025, DVSA has rolled out a reshaped practical driving test format across all test centres. These changes — designed to reflect real-world driving conditions — include: 
• Longer time on faster and rural roads to assess higher-speed driving skills.
• Fewer compulsory manoeuvre stops (reducing the number of stops during tests).
• Less frequent emergency stops, focusing instead on overall driving competence.
• Increased flexibility for extended independent driving, making use of sat-nav and signage.

These tweaks aim to create a more fluid and realistic test experience, helping prepare drivers for everyday road conditions once they pass. 

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⏱️ 2. Changes to Driving Test Booking Rules in 2026

DVSA has confirmed that new booking and test management rules will come into force in spring 2026. The updated framework will impact how learner drivers plan and manage their test slots: 
• Only the learner driver can book their own driving test.
• A learner may make a maximum of two changes to a test booking (e.g., date/time changes).
• Moving a test to another centre will be restricted to nearby locations.

These reforms are intended to reduce unfair booking practices and simplify the process for learners and instructors alike. 

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🚗 3. DVSA Continues to Tackle Backlogs

Addressing the ongoing backlog has been a major priority — and DVSA is deploying innovative solutions, such as mobilising military driving examiners to conduct additional tests at high-demand centres. This programme is expected to deliver thousands of extra tests over the next year. 

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📣 What This Means for Learners and Trainers

✅ More realistic test routes that build confidence on varied road types.
✅ Greater flexibility — but clearer limits — in booking and managing tests.
✅ More tests available through collaborative initiatives and smarter booking systems.

07/12/2025

COMMON MISCONCEPTIONS ABOUT THE DRIVING TEST

🚫 Myth 1: Examiners Have a Pass Quota
✅ Fact: There is no pass or fail quota. Examiners assess each candidate based on their performance during the test. If you meet the required standard, you pass simple as that.

🚫 Myth 2: Stalling Means Automatic Failure
✅ Fact: Stalling isn’t an automatic fail. It’s how you handle the situation that matters. If you stall but recover quickly and safely, it’s typically marked as a driver fault.

🚫 Myth 3: Crossing Hands on the Steering Wheel Leads to Failure
✅ Fact: Crossing your hands while steering isn’t a fault in itself. Examiners look for safe and controlled steering, regardless of hand position.

🚫 Myth 4: You Must Drive at the Speed Limit at All Times
✅ Fact: Speed limits are maximums, not targets. Driving at a speed appropriate for the road and conditions is key.
Driving too fast or too slow can both be faults.

🚫 Myth 5: Exaggerated Head Movements Show You’re Checking Mirrors
✅ Fact: Examiners are trained to notice subtle mirror checks. Over-exaggerating head movements isn’t necessary and can be distracting.

🚫 Myth 6: Taking the Test at Certain Times Increases Chances of Passing
✅ Fact: There’s no evidence that test timing affects outcomes. Being well-prepared and confident is the best strategy, regardless of the time of day.

🚫 Myth 7: Examiners Want You to Take a Specific Route
✅ Fact: While certain routes are commonly used, examiners can vary the test route. Familiarity with various road types and conditions is more beneficial than memorizing a specific path.

🚫 Myth 8: Driving Slowly Shows You’re a Careful Driver
✅ Fact: Driving significantly below the speed limit without reason can be seen as a lack of confidence and may disrupt traffic flow.

🚫 Myth 9: You Automatically Fail If You Take a Wrong Turn
✅ Fact: Taking a wrong turn isn’t an automatic fail. Examiners assess your ability to drive safely, not your navigation skills.

🚫 Myth 10: Male Learners Pass More Easily Than Female Learners
✅ Fact: Pass rates can vary, but success depends on individual preparation and performance, not gender.

By understanding the facts, you’re better prepared to approach your driving test with confidence.

Don’t let myths hold you back focus on safe and informed driving practices.

Remember, staying informed and practicing safe driving habits are key to success.

Let’s leave these myths behind and focus on what truly matters

Well done to Joe today with zero minors. Very good drive and now ready for his new job on Monday.
14/11/2025

Well done to Joe today with zero minors. Very good drive and now ready for his new job on Monday.

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