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Tips To Quickly Get Your Logbook Hours Up

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Tips to Get Your Logbook Hours Up in NSW, ACT & QLD

Before taking your driving test, it’s essential to have completed the required amount of supervised driving hours for your state. While meeting these requirements can feel overwhelming, the goal is to ensure you’re fully prepared to be a safe and confident driver. The specific requirements vary slightly:

  • NSW Learners: 120 logbook hours (including 20 night hours)
  • ACT Learners: 100 logbook hours
  • QLD Learners: 100 logbook hours (including 10 night hours)

To help you get your hours up, here are some tips that will not only make the process quicker and more efficient but also ensure you’re gaining valuable driving experience along the way.

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How To Change Lanes Safely

How To Change Lanes | LTrent Driving School Blog

Most roads in Australia are divided into lanes, each clearly marked with lines indicating where your vehicle should travel and the rules to follow. Ignoring these rules can make changing lanes a risky endeavour.

In this article, we’ll provide tips and rules for changing lanes safely, whether you want to refresh your driving skills or prepare for your driving test. Following the proper techniques and road rules can help prevent accidents and ensure a smooth driving experience. Here are some essential steps to help you change lanes safely.

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Tips for Driving In the Rain

Windshield of car driving in the rain| Tips for Driving In the Rain Blog | LTrent

Driving in the rain can be particularly hazardous due to reduced visibility, slick road surfaces, and unpredictable traffic conditions. These challenges can be even more stressful for learner drivers. For over 50 years, LTrent has helped learners gain their licences and build essential defensive driving skills. With this extensive expertise, we’ve compiled a comprehensive guide to help you navigate wet weather safely, whether you’re an experienced driver or a beginner preparing for a driving test in the rain.

Let’s dive into these crucial safety tips to ensure you stay safe, keep control, and remain calm while driving in heavy rain.

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Why do people fail their Driving Test?

Why do people fail their Driving Test? | LTrent Driving Lessons

Reaching the final driving test after completing driving school can be a nerve-wracking experience for many students. Despite hours of training and driving practice, failing the driving test can come as an unpleasant surprise. Understanding the reasons behind failure can provide valuable insights for the next assessment, enabling better control over the situation the next time around. Let’s explore some common reasons why people fail their driving test.

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What to Do If You Fail Your Driving Test: Next Steps and Tips for Success

What If I Fail My Driving Test? What Happens And What To Do Next | LTrent Driving Lessons

Failing your driving test may feel disappointing, but it’s essential to remember that it’s a common occurrence. Many learners fail their driving test, even after extensive practice. LTrent Driving School understands the challenges and aims to provide guidance on what happens next and how to improve. Let’s explore the steps to take after failing your driving test.

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Why You Shouldn’t Fake Your Logbook Hours

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ARE YOU THINKING ABOUT FAKING YOUR LOGBOOK HOURS? THIS IS WHY YOU SHOULDN’T.

If we were trying to scare you, we would tell you that you would get caught if you faked your logbook hours. And that there would be devastating consequences. We would tell you that there’s a fine up to $6600, being barred to take the driving test for up to 6 weeks and that you would be taking an unnecessarily dangerous risk.

But the truth is, there are many people who fake their logbook hours and don’t get caught.

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What Is In The P’s Driving Test In NSW

What’s In The Driving Test? Explaining How You’ll Be Tested | LTrent Driving Lessons

In order to acquire your P1 licence, you have to pass the driving assessment, which can be more difficult than it sounds. Many young drivers have had to complete the test several times before obtaining their provisional P1 licence.

If you are about to head out for the road assessment for the first time, you may be curious about what typically happens during the tests. This post will discuss everything you need to know about the NSW P1 licence test.

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What To Do After A Crash

What To Do After A Crash | Ltrent Driving School Blog
If you’re involved in a car crash, it’s important to know what to do. Not only can following the right steps help keep you safe, but can also help protect your legal rights and make the claims process easier if an accident occurs. Below we’ll discuss what you should do after a car crash. So, whether you’ve just been in a minor fender-bender or a major collision, read on for advice on how to handle the situation.

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Overtaking Safely

Overtaking Safely | LTrent Driving School Blog

There are different types of drivers in Australia: slow, cautious, and fast. When driving on single-lane roads, it is usually tempting to overtake the first type, particularly if they’re slowing you down. While overtaking is sometimes necessary, it can be a risky manoeuvre.

Knowing how to overtake safely is vital because it keeps you, the passengers, and other drivers safe on the road. This article comprises tips to help you learn how to overtake like a pro. Follow through!

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Three Second Following Rule for Drivers

Three Second Following Rule for Drivers | LTrent Blog

Rear-end collisions are some of the common types of car accidents. In Australia alone, it accounts for about 31% of car accidents. These collisions occur when drivers do not pay attention to the road and the vehicles ahead of them.

It is recommended to leave adequate space between your vehicle and the one in front of you, especially during poor weather conditions. This gives you enough time to react safely and appropriately to slowing or stopping traffic. The best way to do this is by using the 3-second following rule.

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