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16/05/2026

🚗 DRIVING MYTHS: Time to put a few of these to bed...

Our recent “how to” videos have now clocked up over 20,000 views and one thing became clear in the comments…

There are still a LOT of driving myths doing the rounds.

So here goes:

❌ “You mustn’t cross your hands when steering”
Reality: The examiner isn’t marking your hand choreography. They’re looking for smoothness, control and safety. If crossing hands causes loss of control, that's the issue — not the hand position itself.

❌ “You must always use your handbrake every time you stop”
Reality: Not every stop needs the handbrake. The key is being secure and in control. Traffic flow, gradients and the length of the stop all matter.

❌ “You have to make mirror checks really obvious”
Reality: Don’t perform for the examiner. Check mirrors naturally and at the right times. Looking in the right place is more important than acting for the audience.

❌ “Touching the kerb is an automatic fail”
Reality: Not automatically. Gently brushing a kerb isn’t ideal, but mounting it, hitting it heavily, or causing risk is a different story.

❌ “The examiner wants to see a cautious driver”
Reality: They want to see a safe driver. There’s a difference. Driving too slowly, hesitating unnecessarily or avoiding decisions can cause just as many issues.

❌ “If you go over the speed limit you fail”
Reality: Briefly creeping over by 1–2mph while correcting speed isn’t the same as driving along ignoring limits. Context matters.

The problem with driving myths is they create nervous drivers who spend more time trying to remember internet rules than actually driving.

What myths did YOU get told when learning? 👇

14/05/2026

This video begins on college Road and demonstrates positions for mini roundabout and tricky right turn towards tudors / Currys / Pizza Hut.

13/05/2026

The Tesco, Debenhams, MandM roundabout. Spiral roundabouts can be challenging. This is the approach and direction that causes the most issues for learner drivers in lessons and on test. It’s all about positioning. This is A49 South towards Ross-on-Wye

12/05/2026

Old School Lane in Hereford. Tricky right turn into college road.

06/05/2026

From 12 May 2026, important changes are being introduced to how you can change or swap your driving test appointment. You’ll need to contact DVSA directly, and your driving instructor will no longer be able to change your test for you. Make sure you understand what’s changing—read the full guidance here. https://www.gov.uk/guidance/swapping-your-driving-test-with-another-learner-driver -to-swap-your-driving-test

22/04/2026

One of those moments in driving lessons and on a test that can make some pupils palms sweat. Choosing correct lane at ASDA roundabout for Abergavenny / Belmont

13/04/2026

Here are a small number of regular weekly lesson spaces that have become available:

• Tuesday 10am
• Wednesday 8am
• Wednesday 10am
• Thursday 12pm

These spaces are ideal for learners who are ready to commit to consistent weekly lessons and steady progress toward their test.

Driving works best when lessons are regular and structured, so we’re looking for pupils who can make these times part of their routine.

If that sounds like you (or someone you know), message us to enquire.

04/04/2026

A Happy Easter to all our pupils. Past, present and future. Thank you everyone for your continued support.

01/04/2026

06/02/2026

🚗 Important update for learner drivers – changes to booking your driving test 🚗

From 31 March 2026, the DVSA is changing how driving tests can be booked and changed. The aim is to make the system fairer and reduce wasted test slots.

Here’s what you need to know as a learner 👇

🔹 You’ll only be able to change your test twice
Once you’ve booked a driving test, you can only make up to 2 changes in total.
A “change” includes:
• Changing the date or time
• Changing the test centre

At the moment, learners can make up to 6 changes — that’s ending.

🔹 Already got a test booked?
Don’t worry. From 31 March 2026, everyone starts with 2 changes, even if you’ve already changed your test before under the old system.

🔹 Why this matters
This means it’s more important than ever to:
• Only book your test when you’re genuinely close to test-ready
• Choose a test centre and date that realistically works for you
• Avoid booking “just in case” and relying on moving it multiple times

🔹 Good news
These changes are designed to:
✔ Reduce last-minute cancellations
✔ Free up test slots for people who are ready
✔ Cut down on test reselling and misuse of the system

If you’re learning with WyeDrive, we’ll continue to guide you on when to book, where to book, and whether you’re ready — so you don’t waste one of your changes unnecessarily.

As always, if you’re unsure, ask before clicking “book”. A bit of planning now saves stress later.

— WyeDrive