Drive4Life Blog

While it is very important to obey the rules of the road, you also need to feel confident and comfortable while driving. more »

It is always important to keep up to date with the latest rules and regulations associated with the open road. more »

Driving tests are absolutely essential if you hope to operate a motor vehicle safely on the open road. However, these examinations are also known to be quite stressful; particularly if this is your first time or if you have encountered issues in the past. more »

Winters within the United Kingdom are often known for their less-than-pleasant weather. As a result, road conditions will often prove to be quite challenging; even for experienced drivers. more »

Rainham was an independent village until 1928 when it became incorporated into the borough of Gillingham. As this is quite a popular location and due to the fact that there are a variety of roads, it will often be included within a driving exam. more »

As a learner driver, all the different laws can be very intimidating but fret not. Whether you are looking for driving lessons in Gillingham or elsewhere, this post will be sure to keep you clued up on the current laws! 

Checking that your vehicle is safe to drive 

One of the most important things that you need to do before driving is checking your vehicle is safe to drive. A vehicle can still be unsafe even with an up to date MOT. Every time you drive you should make sure you have checked that; the windscreen, windows and mirrors are clean, all the lights work and that the brakes work. more »

When it comes to learning to drive there are some that take to it like a duck to water. While there are others who struggle all the way. more »

The time spent learning to drive is an investment that will last you the rest of your life, the skills you learn will make you a good driver and keep you safe for years to come. It is not just the practical side of driving the car you need to master, the theory side is just as important and an essential part of the test. more »

During a driving test, it is common to make mistakes. This is because the period that you take your driving is normally short to allow you remember everything that you have been taught during your driving course. You will need a substantial amount of practice and experience for you to stop making these mistakes. The five major ones are as follows: more »

Most fatalities on our roads involve teenage car drivers with inadequate training on post-test driving skills, a reason that prompted the Driver and Vehicle Standard Agency to expand its curricula to capture these concerns in driving lessons. more »