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Why Parents May Not Make the Best Driving Instructors

Why Parents May Not Make the Best Driving Instructors | LTrent Driving School Blog  

If your teen has reached the legal driving age, you may be wondering: Should you enrol them in a driving school or teach them yourself? Of course, teaching them yourself is the best option because it’ll save you money and allow you to bond with your teen, right? WRONG

Below we will walk you through some of the reasons you should not be the driving instructor for your teen.

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Will I have to reverse park during the driving test?

Will I Have to Reverse Park During the Driving Test? | LTrent Driving School Blog

Reverse or parallel parking is among the key areas you may be tested in during your practical driving test. The testing officer will look at your general road awareness and not just your driving skills in this maneuver.

While excelling in your reverse park test doesn’t qualify you as a skilled driver automatically, it helps to improve your overall score during the exam. Here’s everything you need to know about the parallel car park test.

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What Are Some Tips For Driving Safely in the City?

What Are Some Tips For Driving Safely in the City? | LTrent Driving School Blog

City driving requires a lot of patience and attention. In fact, many drivers avoid driving in the city because the level of distraction makes them nervous. But anyone can learn to drive safely in the city by following some simple safety strategies. In this blog, we’ll go over some tips for safe city driving. 

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What are the Dangers of Driving on Narrow Roads?

What are the Dangers of Driving on Narrow Roads? | LTrent Driving School Blog

Navigating your way around Australia’s narrow country roads can be scary, especially if you’re a new driver. Blind corners, sharp turns, and narrow lanes are all factors you must take into consideration. Typically, a narrow road can cause a crash in different ways, from single-vehicle wrecks to multiple vehicle collisions and getting stuck due to a barrier on the road. 

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What Are You Supposed To Do If You Witness A Car Accident?

What Are You Supposed To Do If You Witness A Car Accident? | LTrent Driving School Blog

It’s difficult to stay calm and cool when you witness something as traumatic as a car accident. But by having some knowledge of what actions to take, you will be better equipped to lend a hand if needed. In this blog, we’ll share some basic guidelines for what to do when you witness a car accident. This way, you can be prepared and know what to expect in case of an emergency.

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What Causes Anxiety while Driving?

What Causes Anxiety while Driving? | LTrent Driving School Blog

Driving-related anxiety is a common problem with mild to severe effects. While driving phobia doesn’t have a particular identifiable cause, many biological and environmental factors are associated with this problem. And although people with anxiety disorder are more likely to experience panic attacks, driving has the potential to cause risk-based anxieties, especially if you’re not adequately trained. However, this doesn’t have to be the case.

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What Is The Safest Technique To Use When Entering A Freeway?

What Is The Safest Technique To Use When Entering A Freeway? | LTrent Driving School Blog

When you’re in driver ed, one of the most intimidating lessons is learning to enter a freeway. With so many other cars, unpredictable conditions, and high speed, it’s easy to become anxious. But there are some best practices that can be used to help alleviate some of the stress of entering the freeway. In this blog, we’ll go over these practices in detail so you can feel confident. 

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What Should You Not Do Alongside a Truck When Passing?

What Should You Not Do Alongside a Truck When Passing? | LTrent Driving School Blog

Sharing the road with commercial trucks can be frightening, especially for new drivers. This is because they take longer to seize motion in comparison to passenger vehicles. Additionally, large vehicles have larger blind spots that can cause accidents in case of irresponsible driving. Below are some of the things you should refrain from when passing a large truck. 

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What Are The 4 Types Of Distraction While Driving?

What Are The 4 Types Of Distraction While Driving? | LTrent Driving School Blog

Any kind of car accident involves distracted driving on some level. Full attention is necessary to drive safely, but if we’re being honest, every driver has driven distracted at some point in their lives. The key is to guard against it, and not let it become a habit. In this blog, we’ll identify the four types of driving distractions and how to avoid them. 

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Tips For Driving On Dirt Roads

Tips For Driving On Dirt Roads | LTrent Driving School Blog

Driving on dirt roads can lead to vehicle damage if you’re not cautious. Not only do dirt roads create some dangerous driving situations, but the unpredictability of the road surface can also flatten a tire or break an axle. In this blog we’ll explore some tips for navigating dirt roads, so you can protect your vehicle and increase your driving safety.

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