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Independent Driving Test
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adminJoe: Posted on Friday, January 06, 2012 9:50 PM
You've Passed! Joe's Driver Training is pleased to congratulate Moira McNeill on passing her driving test in Ballymena. Well done Moira! Wishing you many years of Safe and Happy Motoring! |
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admin Joe: Posted on Sunday, October 23, 2011 10:52 AM
Looking for Driving Lessons in Ballymena? Really want to pass your driving test quickly,1st time! Satisfied customers recommend Joe's Driver Training for a reliable Driving Instructor in Ballymena...read more>> Joe's Driver Training provides a hassle free service...your Driving Instructor will support you through the complete learning to drive process which even includes applying for your provisional driving licence and free theory support! Joe's Driver Training offers patient friendly driving lessons in Ballymena and surrounding areas. All levels of ability are catered for with driving lessons that are built around the needs of each individual. Joe's Driver Training is an independent driving school in Ballymena operated by an Approved Driving Instructor...driving lessons are with same, fully qualified, DOE Approved Driving Instructor. The driving school car is a Toyota Yaris diesel which is safe, comfortable and very easy to drive...your Driving Instructor has dual controls for safety. If you would like more information about the learning to drive process, driving lessons in Ballymena or would like to speak to an Approved Driving Instructor in person please feel free to contact Joe. Call 07799 497 471 for more details |
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admin Joe: Posted on Wednesday, August 17, 2011 2:55 PM
Joe's Driver Training is pleased to congratulate Miss Steph McClure on passing her driving test in Ballymena. Steph achieved the highest possible standard passing her driving test 1st time with zero driving faults...Well done Steph! |
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admin Joe: Posted on Saturday, August 13, 2011 8:50 PM
Driving Lessons in Ballymena Joe's Driver Training is an Independent Driving School offering driving lessons in Ballymena with an Approved Driving Instructor. Driving lessons are available in Ballymena at all levels of ability, Joe's Driver Training caters for complete beginners until driving test success and beyond. From the very first driving lesson until the day you take your driving test, Joe's Driver Training will teach you all the skills required to pass your driving test and become a safe driver for life! Quality driving lessons are an important part of the learning to drive process, driving lessons with Joe's Driver Training are always with an Approved Driving Instructor and are built around the needs of each individual. Your Driving lessons will take place in a patient friendly atmosphere, the driving school car is the modern Toyota Yaris D4D diesel, which is dual controlled and air conditioned for your comfort and safety. During your driving lessons in Ballymena, your Driving Instructor will teach you how to be a safe, economic and independent driver, you will also be taught how to reverse with confidence and know exactly what to expect on the day of your driving test. For more about driving lessons in Ballymena contact Joe on 07799 497 471 or click ...here>> |
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admin Joe: Posted on Wednesday, July 27, 2011 12:06 AM
Independent Driving Test in Ballymena...Passed! 27 June 2011 saw the introduction of independent driving to the driving test in N.I. Joe's Driver Training is pleased to congratulate the following people on passing the Independent Driving Test in Ballymena: Mr C. Killough 14,July 2011 Miss N. Donaghy 14,July 2011 Miss N. Donnelly 19,July 2011 Mr C. Fulton 26,July 2011 Mr D. Chalkright 26,July 2011 Miss G. Harper 3rd,August 2011 Miss C. Percy 10th August 2011 Miss T. McCartney 15th August 2011 Miss S. McClure 17th August 2011 Well done folks! |
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admin Joe: Posted on Wednesday, June 29, 2011 11:03 PM
On June 27th 2011 the DVA introduced independent driving as part of the practical driving test in all areas of Northern Ireland. What is independent driving? Independent driving is a new section of the driving test where candidates will be asked to follow a series of directions, road signs, or a combination of both. The examiners also use schematic drawings to backup the series of directions that have been given. How long will the independent section last? The Independent section of the driving test will last about 10 minutes. What if I forget where to go? If you forget the directions you have been given you are allowed to ask the examiner to repeat them. (It should be noted that you must ask at a safe and convenient time and not when a change of signal, position or direction could confuse other road users. An examiners job is to conduct the test, this includes giving directions and examining your driving skills, they are not there as instructors and only give driving instructions to prevent a dangerous situation developing...if a driving examiner is forced to give instruction on test it will be in the interest of safety, it could be recorded as: Examiner Took Action - Verbal, the result would be test failure.) In short - Ask in good time! What if I take a wrong turn? If a wrong turn is taken it wont have any bearing on the result of the test as long as a driving fault has not been committed, the examiner will go back to giving step by step directions until you are back on course. Are there any other changes to the test? Yes, because the independent section lasts about 10 minutes candidates will now only be asked to perform 1 reversing manoeuvre instead of 2, the length of the test remains unchanged! Should I be worried about independent driving? No, not if you have been well prepared and had plenty of practise driving independently. Independent driving is designed to monitor a test candidate making their own decisions, unaided and without prompts. Example Below is an example of an Independent driving diagram that I have used during driving lessons and mock driving tests in Ballymena, this is my own production and has not been copied from an official driving test although it is very similar to the type the examiners use. This diagram is shown to the pupil at the side of the road when the series of directions are given, the pupil is also given an opportunity to repeat the directions back to me before moving off.  Directions: Move off when ready and follow the road ahead until you reach the roundabout At the roundabout follow the road ahead taking the 2nd exit sign-posted for... At the crossroads turn left At the next crossroads turn left In the new road drive ahead until you pass 2 side roads on the left then pull up in a safe, convenient and legal place After completing this series of directions another diagram would be shown, each beginning where the last ended, about 3 in total. You can watch a video about independent driving on my videos page...here>> Joe's Driver Training is a driving school in Ballymena operated by a DOE Approved Driving Instructor who teaches independent driving. If you would like more information about the driving test, driving lessons or independent driving in Ballymena please feel free to contact Joe on 07799 497 471 |
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admin Joe: Posted on Sunday, May 22, 2011 10:55 PM
Block Booking Discounts Unlimited Offer! Most Driving Schools in Ballymena offer Block Booking discounts limited to the 1st 5 or 10 Driving Lessons after which there is a price increase to the normal hourly rate. Joe's Driver Training can offer Unlimited Block Booking Discounts on all driving lessons in Ballymena starting at just £100 for 5 hours of driving lessons. This discount can be used an unlimited number of times so you know how much you will be paying from start to finish, there is no need to ever pay any more than £20 per driving lesson / hour when you block book 5 or more driving lessons at a time. Longer Lesson Discount Unlimited Offer! Discounts are also available for those who would prefer a longer lesson than the standard one hour driving lessons, starting at just £30 for a 1 1/2 hour driving lesson, again this is an unlimited offer which can be used over and over again. Driving Instructors Love Referrals! Refer friends to receive discounts - Call for details! Joe's Driver Training appreciates that learning to drive can be expensive but after all, a well trained driver will not only be, a safe driver who will pass the driving test with ease but will also be trained how to use and apply the following... *Defensive driving techniques* *Eco friendly driving methods* *Independent Driving* *Hazard perception* *Highway code* *Courtesy* Call 07799 497 471 |
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admin Joe: Posted on Saturday, April 09, 2011 12:11 AM
The Independent Driving Test is coming to Ballymena. The Driver Vehicle Agency have announced that Independent Driving is scheduled to become part of the driving test in Northern Ireland 27th June 2011 At present, examiners give test candidates step-by-step directions during the driving test. During the independent driving section of the test, the examiner will ask candidates to drive independently by either following a series of directions, following traffic signs, or a combination of both for about a 10 minute period. The examiner may also use schematic diagrams when necessary. During the Independent section the candidate must still drive correctly including using correct observations, using mirrors and signals correctly, obeying speed limits, road markings and signs etc, completely independent, unaided and unprompted. The test candidate can ask for confirmation of where they are going and if they lose direction it will not have a bearing on the test result unless a driving fault is comitted. The length of the driving test will remain the same with candidates only being asked to perform one reversing manoeuvre instead of two. Joe's Driver Training has already been introducing independent driving during driving lessons and mock driving tests. Prepare for the independent driving test in Ballymena with Joe's Driver Training, a local driving school owned and operated by a DOE Approved Driving Instructor. |
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admin Joe: Posted on Monday, December 20, 2010 1:25 AM
Joe's Driver Training would like to congratulate Simon Taylor on passing his driving test. Well done Simon! |
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admin Joe: Posted on Monday, November 15, 2010 11:50 PM
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admin Joe: Posted on Wednesday, October 13, 2010 8:59 PM
Would like to congratulate Miss Ciara McAuley on passing her Driving Test 1st time today and wish Ciara safe and happy motoring for many years to come! Well done Ciara! |
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admin Joe: Posted on Wednesday, October 06, 2010 10:39 PM
Joe's Driver Training would like to congratulate Ian Murphy (Larne) on the very high standard of driving he displayed while passing the driving test with zero driving faults! Well done Ian! |
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admin Joe: Posted on Wednesday, October 06, 2010 10:23 PM
Taking driving lessons is one of the most important steps you will take in your life. The freedom that driving gives you can literally change your life forever. From your first driving lesson until the day you pass your driving test, you can be sure that Joe's Driver Training will help you enjoy every step on your journey to success. A local Approved Driving Instructor operating in Ballymena daily.You can be assured that I will use the latest teaching methods combined with local knowledge, to give you the skills you require not only to pass your driving test, but to ensure you enjoy safe driving for life! |
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admin Joe: Posted on Wednesday, October 06, 2010 10:06 PM
Joe's Driver Training - Ballymena can offer various money saving options on Driving Lessons and Intensive Driving Courses in Ballymena. Free local pick up service. Free theory test support. Free 1st half hour for beginners. Block booking discounts. Discounts for longer lessons. Competitive hourly rates. Refer a friend rewards. Quality is not compromised, nor is comfort and safety, all driving lessons are conducted in a friendly, relaxed atmosphere with a fully qualified - DOE Approved Driving Instructor. The driving school car is a new 2010 dual controlled Toyota Yaris diesel - safe, comfortable and easy to drive. Joe's Driver Training is an independent driving school - driving lessons will always be taken with the same driving instructor who operates daily in Ballymena and has local knowledge of the roads and traffic systems in the area.For more information contact Joe 07799 497 471 |
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admin Joe: Posted on Monday, August 30, 2010 12:35 AM
During the course of your driving lessons your Driving Instructor should explain to you what to expect on the day of your Practical Driving Test. The Practical Driving Test can be taken in the Driving School car, or if you prefer you can use another vehicle as long as it is taxed and insured for you to drive. You will also be asked if you would like your Driving Instructor to accompany you on test. For more information watch this video. |
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