To me these videos are not only a nice and very useful reminder of advanced driving skills, but also a virtual journey in the UK, which, in the current covid situation, is an enjoyable pastime. Reg, thank you very much for an excellent video and glad you are back!
Just signed up for my IAM advanced driver course as part of my training to becoming a 4x4 responder. Happened to stumble across your videos and they are excellent. Thanks so much for the time, effort and professionalism you put into them. 👍
Interesting video and beautiful scenery. There is one challenge I have regarding optimizing my position for left and right handers for best visibility. I find myself looking down at the road / white lines too long in order to achieve the best position...and not actually looking up as far ahead through the bend to make use of that optimal visibility in the first place! It's almost as though I forget why I'm doing what I'm doing! Have to practice and develop this more.
I got through my advanced test before Christmas and, I must say thank you. The advice you have given and others like Ashley Neal and Learn to Drive Travis, all came into play and were invaluable throughout the test. I scatter-bombed my commentary with phrases from the three of you, which helped to give a good impression and a silver.
Nice one Reg. 👍 Positioning is the big difference between cars and bikes. On the bikes you move about much more but those small movements are still very important when driving. Also the turning in early problem on right hand bends is just as common (if not more) on the bikes. Use of the limit point and holding position to the left until you can see clearly along the gutter of the oncoming lane makes a huge difference. Of course the problem can be that people drive/ride with 'text book positioning' using no flexibility or straightening when appropriate. The final point I'd add is that, as you mentioned, your position can be a signal to others. You just need to be careful that signal is what you intend. So moving left too early/easily because of cars parked on the right, can invite the oncoming vehicle to squeeze through (but don't turn it into a game of chicken!).
Really great video Reg. I particularly liked the idea of the 'active following position' and the discussion of when a two second gap isn't enough. But all of it was really useful.
One of the best Advanced Driving videos I’ve ever seen. Very informative and excellent content directed at the test. Thank you Reg for sharing your knowledge and experience.
If you're positioning is right, if you're doing the right speed and have the right gear engaged for that speed, then you'll be able to deal with the hazard safely, whatever that hazard is, fixed, moving, hazards created by the weather conditions. System driving has kept myself and other drivers safe over the last 50 years. Keep up the good work!
I passed my advanced test this morning, I’m a tad disappointed I didn’t get a F1RST, but I’m super chuffed with my PASS! Your perspective and insights have been invaluable in preparing myself for the test. Keep doing what your doing. Many thanks, Reg!
Don’t be disappointed at not getting a first James - passing the test is an excellent achievement. We give very few firsts out & a you’ve performed very well to get a pass!
@@RegLocal Thanks for your reply, Reg. I’m still really happy with the result as I achieved what I set out to do. I also got some balanced feedback from the examiner which I can incorporate into future drives. Overall, the whole course was well worth it and I was beaming with accomplishment on my drive home!
Reg, your productions are getting slicker all the time and the ground covered in this 30 minutes video is exceptional - really excellent and as a tutor your videos make getting across sometimes difficult concepts to associates so much easier particularly when used together with your books. Keith
To add to the five reasons for adequate following distance, I can think of EIGHT more: 6. In the case of a larger vehicle with no rear windows (as per the lorry), the driver can see you easier in their side mirrors 7. The driver in front can more easily see any signals you give. This includes drivers of regular cars as well as lorries / vans 8. Oncoming road users can see you earlier, as well as road users waiting to come out of a side junction 9. You mentioned about avoiding spray. I would also add avoiding debris being thrown up, including loose grit, stones etc. Helps avoid a cracked windscreen or headlights as well as damaged paint on the front end of your car that over the years might otherwise necassitate a front end respray. 10. You will spot any debris on the road earlier and you can better let the vehicle in front "discover" obstacles in the road for you, including pot holes, large puddles etc. 11. The driver in front sees you are keeping your distance and feels more at ease, recognising you are a patient and considerate, non aggressive driver. 12. As a result of Point 11, on a narrow road with few overtaking opportunities, the driver ahead, on seeing you are a "nice" driver might be more inclined to pull over / slow down to let you overtake. As opposed to thinking "I'm within my rights, that tailgater can jolly well wait". 13. You can spot road signs and road markings earlier and react to them earlier
So pleased to see a new video - by far the best thing on TH-cam! :) … very interesting comparing your hartside drive with early. cornering video where you use so much more of the road (when it’s safe and the view is good). I’m struggling with the (new??) ROSPA view of offsiding… on the roads I normally drive (just the other side of hartside) there’s often a good view and smoothing out the corner gives a much more flowing drive… hard to un learn this just for the test!
Fabulous video and ties beautifully into the one you did on cornering. I reckon position will also be adjusted according to the road surface condition. For example, on crown camber with deep puddles on the nearside I would be positioning near the centre line to avoid my tyres going into the water. (Side benefit: avoids the drive-by baptism of pedestrians.) Loved the point about visibility and making yourself more visible to other drivers. I believe research indicates the human eye is drawn towards motion that is perpendicular to vision. So sometimes, when approaching a junction where another waiting vehicle might do an emerge, I will deliberately adjust my position away from the other car. As well as preserving my zone of relative safety, the lateral movement of my car is more likely to be noticed by the other driver. Does that make sense?
Thanks for these. I've got my test coming up in a few weeks and I'm told I should be looking for a first time gold. I'm not too far from you so I might actually take you up on that offer of a drive.
Hi Reg Another great video I’m a driving instructor I learn a lot from your videos for my own driving and you had a little bits in with my learners on the gap in traffic I normally say get the whole vehicle (tyres and tarmac and top of the vehicle) in your windscreen so if it’s a bus or a lorry your further back and you’ll have a better view if you need to go around it and they can see you Brad
Hi Reg, talking about breaking distances. following the green lorry at 50mph (17:51). According to the Highway Code, the usual stopping distance at 50mph is 53m (13 car lengths). But you seem to be about 8 or 9 car lengths behind?
Hi Reg, thanks for another great video. Just wondering what your thoughts are in regards to an advanced test regarding lane position when taking the road straight ahead on a standard roundabout would it be ok to straight line the roundabout if safe to do so or would you be expected to keep good lane discipline as in the learner test?
Good question Mark. Its lerfectly fine to straight-line a roundabout providing it’s safe and you’re not putting yourself in clonflict with anyone else.
Reg be careful telling people HGVs have that good breaks, we will have more cars cutting in front of us then slowing down when fully loaded on a motorway if people think that
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Nice to see you back
To me these videos are not only a nice and very useful reminder of advanced driving skills, but also a virtual journey in the UK, which, in the current covid situation, is an enjoyable pastime. Reg, thank you very much for an excellent video and glad you are back!
Just signed up for my IAM advanced driver course as part of my training to becoming a 4x4 responder. Happened to stumble across your videos and they are excellent. Thanks so much for the time, effort and professionalism you put into them. 👍
Interesting video and beautiful scenery. There is one challenge I have regarding optimizing my position for left and right handers for best visibility. I find myself looking down at the road / white lines too long in order to achieve the best position...and not actually looking up as far ahead through the bend to make use of that optimal visibility in the first place! It's almost as though I forget why I'm doing what I'm doing! Have to practice and develop this more.
Reg Local is a natural... So calming and reassuring when he communicates with the natural confidence he displays. Thanks BuddY!!!!
just a learner. recommended by my dad. Superb video to get to grips with basic road safety. Legendary stuff
I got through my advanced test before Christmas and, I must say thank you. The advice you have given and others like Ashley Neal and Learn to Drive Travis, all came into play and were invaluable throughout the test. I scatter-bombed my commentary with phrases from the three of you, which helped to give a good impression and a silver.
Congratulations!
@@MK-1973 Thank you.
Hello Reg - her in New South Wales (Oz) the 'required' following distance is 3 seconds!
Nice one Reg. 👍 Positioning is the big difference between cars and bikes. On the bikes you move about much more but those small movements are still very important when driving. Also the turning in early problem on right hand bends is just as common (if not more) on the bikes. Use of the limit point and holding position to the left until you can see clearly along the gutter of the oncoming lane makes a huge difference. Of course the problem can be that people drive/ride with 'text book positioning' using no flexibility or straightening when appropriate. The final point I'd add is that, as you mentioned, your position can be a signal to others. You just need to be careful that signal is what you intend. So moving left too early/easily because of cars parked on the right, can invite the oncoming vehicle to squeeze through (but don't turn it into a game of chicken!).
Really great video Reg. I particularly liked the idea of the 'active following position' and the discussion of when a two second gap isn't enough. But all of it was really useful.
One of the best Advanced Driving videos I’ve ever seen. Very informative and excellent content directed at the test. Thank you Reg for sharing your knowledge and experience.
If you're positioning is right, if you're doing the right speed and have the right gear engaged for that speed, then you'll be able to deal with the hazard safely, whatever that hazard is, fixed, moving, hazards created by the weather conditions. System driving has kept myself and other drivers safe over the last 50 years. Keep up the good work!
I passed my advanced test this morning, I’m a tad disappointed I didn’t get a F1RST, but I’m super chuffed with my PASS!
Your perspective and insights have been invaluable in preparing myself for the test. Keep doing what your doing. Many thanks, Reg!
Don’t be disappointed at not getting a first James - passing the test is an excellent achievement. We give very few firsts out & a you’ve performed very well to get a pass!
@@RegLocal Thanks for your reply, Reg. I’m still really happy with the result as I achieved what I set out to do. I also got some balanced feedback from the examiner which I can incorporate into future drives.
Overall, the whole course was well worth it and I was beaming with accomplishment on my drive home!
Reg, your productions are getting slicker all the time and the ground covered in this 30 minutes video is exceptional - really excellent and as a tutor your videos make getting across sometimes difficult concepts to associates so much easier particularly when used together with your books. Keith
Thanks Keith!
Another very useful and informative video, especially as I am now awaiting a date for my iam advanced driving test! Thanks for that.
To add to the five reasons for adequate following distance, I can think of EIGHT more:
6. In the case of a larger vehicle with no rear windows (as per the lorry), the driver can see you easier in their side mirrors
7. The driver in front can more easily see any signals you give. This includes drivers of regular cars as well as lorries / vans
8. Oncoming road users can see you earlier, as well as road users waiting to come out of a side junction
9. You mentioned about avoiding spray. I would also add avoiding debris being thrown up, including loose grit, stones etc. Helps avoid a cracked windscreen or headlights as well as damaged paint on the front end of your car that over the years might otherwise necassitate a front end respray.
10. You will spot any debris on the road earlier and you can better let the vehicle in front "discover" obstacles in the road for you, including pot holes, large puddles etc.
11. The driver in front sees you are keeping your distance and feels more at ease, recognising you are a patient and considerate, non aggressive driver.
12. As a result of Point 11, on a narrow road with few overtaking opportunities, the driver ahead, on seeing you are a "nice" driver might be more inclined to pull over / slow down to let you overtake. As opposed to thinking "I'm within my rights, that tailgater can jolly well wait".
13. You can spot road signs and road markings earlier and react to them earlier
So pleased to see a new video - by far the best thing on TH-cam! :) … very interesting comparing your hartside drive with early. cornering video where you use so much more of the road (when it’s safe and the view is good). I’m struggling with the (new??) ROSPA view of offsiding… on the roads I normally drive (just the other side of hartside) there’s often a good view and smoothing out the corner gives a much more flowing drive… hard to un learn this just for the test!
Fabulous video and ties beautifully into the one you did on cornering. I reckon position will also be adjusted according to the road surface condition. For example, on crown camber with deep puddles on the nearside I would be positioning near the centre line to avoid my tyres going into the water. (Side benefit: avoids the drive-by baptism of pedestrians.)
Loved the point about visibility and making yourself more visible to other drivers. I believe research indicates the human eye is drawn towards motion that is perpendicular to vision. So sometimes, when approaching a junction where another waiting vehicle might do an emerge, I will deliberately adjust my position away from the other car. As well as preserving my zone of relative safety, the lateral movement of my car is more likely to be noticed by the other driver. Does that make sense?
Thanks for these. I've got my test coming up in a few weeks and I'm told I should be looking for a first time gold. I'm not too far from you so I might actually take you up on that offer of a drive.
Great idea! If I lived near Reg, I would LOVE to have some driving time with him. Sadly the Irish Sea is between us!
Hi Reg
Another great video I’m a driving instructor I learn a lot from your videos for my own driving and you had a little bits in with my learners on the gap in traffic I normally say get the whole vehicle (tyres and tarmac and top of the vehicle) in your windscreen so if it’s a bus or a lorry your further back and you’ll have a better view if you need to go around it and they can see you
Brad
Pothole slalom is the toughest test of positioning on UK roads these days
Excellent point.
I have been watching most UR videos and as always really useful and good thanks for all sir.
Hi Reg, talking about breaking distances. following the green lorry at 50mph (17:51). According to the Highway Code, the usual stopping distance at 50mph is 53m (13 car lengths). But you seem to be about 8 or 9 car lengths behind?
Love these videos!
Hi Reg, thanks for another great video. Just wondering what your thoughts are in regards to an advanced test regarding lane position when taking the road straight ahead on a standard roundabout would it be ok to straight line the roundabout if safe to do so or would you be expected to keep good lane discipline as in the learner test?
Good question Mark. Its lerfectly fine to straight-line a roundabout providing it’s safe and you’re not putting yourself in clonflict with anyone else.
Reg be careful telling people HGVs have that good breaks, we will have more cars cutting in front of us then slowing down when fully loaded on a motorway if people think that
BRAKES
@@markbarnes3076 yep well done. I made a spelling error. You knew what I meant.
Hi Reg love your videos would you know who the best person would be to contact to do the advanced driving test in good old Belfast
Hi Eric. Try: belfastadvancedmotorists.co.uk
24:56, there's far too many morons with licences who do that, particular on that road to Hartside and in housing estates too.
Only a fool breaks the 2 second rule. Only a tw4t gets closer than that. (Yours if you want it.)
too late indeed 😂😂😂