Clanger of the Week- Currie
Latest Clanger of the Week which was filmed in Currie, demonstrates why checking your right Blindspot before pulling away saves lives.
Angelos Athanasakos- Craigmillar
Congratulations to Angelos Athanasakos of Craigmillar who this morning passed brilliantly with only 2 minors An excelent drive saw Angelos walk away with his new licence. Well done again, just shows what hard work will achieve. Enjoy your new opportunities and remember to stay safe out there.
Alex Jones- Leith
A massive congratulations to Alex Jones Of Leith, who today after an intensive course passed his test with only 3 minors. It's been 4 years on and off in the making but he did it. Congratulations again and remember to stay safe out there
New Instructor Joins Compass
We are delighted to announce that as of the second week of November 2015 a new instructor will be joining the Compass ProDrive family. Laura Jackson will start her new career with us and will offer a new dimension to the company for anyone who may prefer a female instructor. This allows Compass to offer a far wider service to prospective pupils.
Please feel free to share this post with anyone you think may be interested in learning to drive
Clanger of the Week Debut- Livingston
Our first ever 'Clanger of the Week' has been released. A light hearted look at some incidents that could have gone bad but thankfully never.
Hazard Perception Test Guide
How Should You Approach the Hazard Perception Test?
The Hazard Perception Test has been around since 2002 and is always taken at the same time as the Theory Test. There’s 15 minutes to sit this part of the test and you must identify at least 15 hazards as quickly as you can from around 14 video clips. You can’t go on to your practical test until you’ve passed this part, so you’ll find it’s quite important to get it right.
Here at Compass Pro Drive we’ve managed to get many drivers through their test and we will help you through this too. We can give you advice and guidance on how to pass this part of your test and help you to be as prepared as you can be. We are the premier driving instructors in Edinburgh so you’re in safe hands.
What Can You Expect From the Hazard Perception Test?
Once you sit down you’ll have a short video which will tell how the test works and what you will need to do to pass. You can play the video again before starting the test, it’s entirely up to you.
You’ll see a freeze frame at the beginning of the video and then there’ll be a countdown from 10. At the end of this, the video will start and you’ll have to click, with your mouse button, every time you see a potential hazard about to occur.
Red Flags
A red flag will appear once you’ve clicked, and this will be the same for your all your hazard clicks, you’ll always get a red flag for each one. At the end of this particular video clip all the red flags will go.
Spot the Hazard Before it Materialises
You will only score if you manage to spot a hazard before it materialises, when it does materialise, the driver will have to then take action such as slow down, or swerve. The point is to spot it before it happens.
Your ability to recognise the hazard quickly before it develops into something more serious will determine your score.
The hazard perception test is about testing your ability to recognise a potential hazard before it happens and this is essential once you become a fully-fledged driver.
Time Segments – The Quicker You Recognise a Developing Hazard, The Better
You will have 5 segments of time. If you click quickly before the developing hazard gets any worse you will score the highest of 5 points. The second time segment warrants 4 and so on. The slower you are at spotting a developing hazard, the lower your score. If you don’t click at all, you score nothing.
You can click quite a few times within a particular timeframe, but the computer will take the highest score and record that for the clip you’ve been watching.
Don’t Cheat!
Whatever you do, don’t click over and over again in the hope of just getting it about right, the computer will be able to sense this. It will only be the first click anyhow.
You are only allowed so many clicks per clip, and if it senses that you are doing more clicks than average in an attempt to cheat, you’ll get a message saying just that. This will result in no score for that particular clip.
The screen will turn black between each clip, so you’ll recognise when you’re going from one hazard clip to another completely different one. You’ll get a count down until the next one starts and this will be the pattern, until all 14 of the video clips have been played.
After you’ve completed the test, you’ll leave the room and then collect the score for both parts including your theory. To pass your theory test you must pass both parts of the test. If you fail either, the theory or the hazard perception, then you’ll need to take the test again, both parts.
Edinburgh Driving Lessons With Compass Pro Drive
If you have any questions about the hazard perception test, or you’re worried about it at all, then speak to us here at Compass Pro Drive. We are professional, qualified driving instructors in Edinburgh.
Our Edinburgh driving school is one of the best in the city and we pride ourselves on getting all our students through their test. Come and talk to us here in Edinburgh and we’ll do all we can to reassure you and talk you through each test and each lesson until you’ve passed. That’s what we’re here for.
Helen Nugent-Granton
A huge congratulations to Helen Nugent who today passed her test in Musselburgh. A positive drive saw Helen manage to walk away with her new licence with relative ease. Enjoy the new licence and the opportunities that come with it. Remember to stay safe out there
Compass Gets Mention in Press
Following a request from www.scotlandsworstdrivers.com to comment on an incident that was caught on camera, we received a mention in the Daily Record through our quote. Have a look and watch the incident and let us know your thoughts.
http://www.scotlandsworstdrivers.com/reckless-driver-overtakes-multiple-cars-and-a-tractor-1-6930/
http://www.dailyrecord.co.uk/news/scottish-news/watch-impatient-van-driver-speeds-6560572
Competition Time!
This month Compass ProDrive have teamed up with Scotlands Worst Drivers and one lucky winner will win a 'Two hour driving lesson'.
Entering this competition couldn't be easier, all you have to do is LIKE the Compass ProDrive Facebook page and share this post or Follow us on Twitter @cprodrivemedia and retweet the post
Terms and Conditions can be found here: http://www.scotlandsworstdrivers.com/competition_rules/
Not Much Change-Currie and Misselburgh Tests
Latest DVSA statistics for the mid part of the year has revealed that there has not been much change in the national average. Across the country including Currie, Musselburgh and Livingston, reveals that the national average is still around 47% for practical tests and 49% for theory tests.
https://www.gov.uk/government/uploads/system/uploads/attachment_data/file/459698/drt-q1-2015-16.pdf
New Twitter For New Media Communications
Due to new avenues of communication and media options we will soon be delivering to new and existing pupils, we have changed our Twitter account to facilitate this. As such our new Twitter account will be:
@Cprodrivemedia
From here as well as all our other social media streams, we will keep you informed of all new developments and news about Compass and the surrounding industry as a whole. So if you have not already follow us on
@Cprodrivemedia
@Cprodrivemedia
YouTube Channel Launched
Welcome to our new YouTube channel. Here we will be posting new tuition videos, WebAds and of course a new exciting and fun feature entitled 'Fail of The Week'. Before there are any concerns about test fails, we can confirm that's not the case. It's everyday observations that we as driving instructors get to see first hand and have a bit of fun with them. Enjoy, subscribe, rate and share as Compass continues to add new avenues for you to enjoy and learn from
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCaSzln-yU_zSd0l2uSovUww?view_as=public
We Are Now On Google+
With frequent advances in social media use, we at Compass ProDrive are committed to ensuring you can always contact and access us about services. If you are on Google+ then add us and keep up to date with all our news.
Becoming The Family Chaffeur
Congratulations to Coreen who today passed her test in record time and with only 2 minors! The examiner commented how good a drive it was. Well done again, stay safe out there and remember to share our BAFTA winning WebAd 😉
Driving & Texting.....Not The Best You Will Have
We have all seen that driver we pass or who passes us on the road busy having an in depth text conversation....but consider the outcome should they not react to a driving incident in time. The results are indeed horrifying. A recent experiment was carried out to document what could happen:
http://theshrug.com/she-started-texting-during-her-driving-test-what-happened-next-is-something-you-have-to-see/
Just In Time
A massive congratulations to Alasdair Austin who today passed his driving test in Currie with a very good drive. Alasdair left it late to pass as he's away to London this week for university! Well done again Alasdair, well deserved and remember to stay safe out there.
The Wait Is Over!
After some taster screen grabs and pictures of those involved we are delighted to finally announce our WebAd has been premiered. Lots of positive feedback and shared posts has started to help spread the word about us. It's not going to stop there, we have more ideas for Ads and future competitions for lucky posters to be involved in them. Please keep reposting, sharing and talking about us in order to help us teach as many safe and able potential drivers out there. Thanks so much for your continued support.
Show Me, Tell Me Questions Guide
Are you worried about the show me, tell me questions you’re going to get on your driving test? Perhaps you feel you don’t know enough to get you through. The examiner is going to ask you two questions out of 19 and you won’t know which one he’s going to ask.
We’ve collected the most popular questions most people ask about this aspect of their driving test to help put you at your ease.
Is it possible to fail your driving test completely for not getting the show me tell me questions right?
No, you won’t fail the test based on these questions alone. However, you will incur one minor. There are 15 altogether and if you were to get 16 minors all together then this would mean you’d failed your driving test. It is usually serious faults that cause a driver to fail his test, not by the amount of minors.
The question combinations – how does it work?
There are 13 possible combinations from 19 questions and the driving examiner could ask you any one of them to test your knowledge. Each of these combinations will naturally have one Show Me question and one Tell Me question. The Show me Tell me questions will be relevant to each other.
A Show Me question will involve you actually showing the driving instructor something inside the car engine, or on the dashboard, or beneath the car, in order to demonstrate your knowledge of how a car works and to prove you know what to do in an emergency.
Driving Instructors in Edinburgh – Compass ProDrive
If you choose a driving instructor in Edinburgh from Compass ProDrive you’ll be tested on the type of questions you’re likely to get from your driving examiner. We’ll make sure you’re fully versed in how your car works and ask you the type of questions you’re like to be asked when you sit your test.
So as well as having your driving lessons in Edinburgh with us, you’ll be well prepared for your Show me, Tell me questions.
Do you have any questions I can practice with and some possible answers?
Yes, here at Compass ProDrive we won’t just go over it with you during live lessons, we’ll also provide questions and answers on our website. You can read them through in your own time at leisure, and this way you’ll be able to prepare yourself for the test.
Edinburgh Driving Lessons with Compass Prodrive
Here at Compass ProDrive we are all fully qualified driving instructors and we believe it’s important to prepare our students for the day they sit their test. Driving alone is not enough, it’s also important to understand how your car works and what to do in an emergency, so that you, your passengers, other drivers and pedestrians are safe when you drive.
We make it our business to ensure the safety of all our students and turn them into competent drivers who are prepared to go on the road. That includes full instruction and guidance on your car and preparation for the Show me, Tell me questions. So get in touch with us now and book your driving lessons in Edinburgh.
Finally Using Twitter! @CProdrive
Well we have decided to delve into the world of Twitter! We will have massive news soon regarding our exciting new project....an actual advert!
This will be getting launched both on Facebook and Twitter so please add us to be the first to see our cheery happy selves on celluloid 😉
@CProdrive....go on...follow us, you know you want to!
Tips for Choosing Your Driving Instructor
Naturally, when you start taking driving lessons you want someone you can get on with and feel comfortable with. However, there are other factors of equal importance that should be considered before you start. So what should you look for in a driving instructor in Edinburgh?
Qualified to Teach
Make sure your driving instructor in Edinburgh is fully qualified to teach you. They have to pass 3 tests to be fully qualified, each one as hard as the last. This ensures they’re fit to teach. The Driving Standards Agency (DSA) will also check the ability to instruct and as well as that, they carry out a criminal record check. Take a look for any badges, there should be a green one if they are fully qualified and if they have a pink badge, this means they’ve still got a final exam to sit. If they don’t pass this they can’t take anyone out on driving lessons.
Personal Qualities
You need to know you can rely on your driving instructor. You’re learning to drive and therefore, your instructor is your key to success. Do they turn up on time? Do they try to put you at your ease? Can they explain things clearly and make sure you understand instructions? They should also have a car that’s in good condition. If your instructor ticks all these boxes, then you’ve found yourself a reliable driving instructor in Edinburgh, someone you can trust.
What Type of Lessons are Available
Find out all you can about the price per lessons and whether you can pay for bulk driving lessons at the same time, at a discount. A good driving instructor in Edinburgh will be able to tell you clearly what the prices are and whether you can bulk buy your lessons.
Are there intensive lessons on offer? If you take an intensive driving course, you can sometimes take your test at the end of a week of intensive lessons. Your driving instructor should be able to tell you all about this.
Your driving instructor should be rooting for you, constantly giving you encouragement as well as pointing out areas for improvement. It should be a two way relationship, where you both can speak your mind, and where your instructor will listen, as well as give advice.
Compass ProDrive For Driving Lessons in Edinburgh
If you’re looking for driving instructors in Edinburgh and you’ve not found them yet, then perhaps you could consider Compass ProDrive. We have high pass rates, discounts on block booking, and well qualified and Driving Standard Approved instructors. Get in touch today to book your lessons.