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		<title>Choosing The Right Driving Instructor</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 17 Dec 2009 09:17:50 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>John Robertson</dc:creator>
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			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>If you are looking for a driving instructor, there are a few qualifications you should keep in mind. Not all instructors are created equal so it is important to do your homework so your money is spent wisely on the right instructor for you.</p>
<p>The first step to finding an instructor is to start with those closest to you. Ask friends and family if they have any recommendations or information on local instructors. They can be your best reference point as to who is good and who to stay away from. You will want an instructor who is a calm and patient teacher. Find out if your family and friends like these instructors for personal reasons or if they truly are good teachers.</p>
<p>Ask the potential instructor what type of car they will be using to teach you and if they have different types of cars available. It is best to try to find an instructor with a car similar in size to the one you will be testing in. This helps greatly with tasks such as parallel parking. You wont be overwhelmed because you are trying to park a car during your testing which was bigger than the car you learned in. Many companies will even let you learn in your own car, but make sure to ask first.</p>
<p>You may want to consider an instructors experience as well. More experienced instructors usually have a better grasp when it comes to dealing with their students and many of the skills needed to pass the driving test. We all know that experience equals knowledge and this helps greatly when dealing with nervous students in dangerous situations. This doesn&#8217;t necessarily mean to count out younger instructors, but it is something you should take into consideration.</p>
<p>One trait that many people overlook when trying to choose a driving instructor is their compatibility with you. This might be difficult to determine with a quick meeting or a simple telephone call. But try to gauge their personality the best you can. You don&#8217;t have to become best friends, but you do need to understand each other.</p>
<p>For people who learn better in a lighter environment, you may want to choose an instructor with a jovial personality, and for those who are serious and no-nonsense, a more serious instructor would be what you want. Finding the right teaching personality will help you learn more effectively.</p>
<p>Another important element is don&#8217;t shop for price. You are putting your life in this persons hands and a good instructor will help you hone these skills where a bad one will teach you bad driving habits. Typically the more expensive an instructor is, the better and faster you will learn.</p>
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		<title>The High Cost Of Learning To Drive</title>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 08 Dec 2009 08:46:00 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>John Robertson</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[We all know that Gas goes up almost every day here. It is like we just filled up, drove away from the gas station and turns the corner and the next gas station has a higher price than the last one. This is the problems we face these days, and so many people are starting to struggle more and more - which is why you may want to find out about learning to drive to save money.]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>We all know that Gas goes up almost every day here. It is like we just filled up, drove away from the gas station and turns the corner and the next gas station has a higher price than the last one. This is the problems we face these days, and so many people are starting to struggle more and more &#8211; which is why you may want to find out about learning to drive to save money.</p>
<p>Obviously the difference between cars and trucks will vary, but if you assume that you drive a mid size car 12500 miles per year and your gas costs $3. 75 you can save about $100 or 30 gallons per year if you drive sensibly around town.</p>
<p>If you also avoid accelerating rapidly and breaking rapidly you will further reduce your gas mileage by 33 percent if you are on the highway. An aggressive driver will pay the penalties, so learning to calm down on the road, will allow you to save more than 80 gallons of gas per year or about $260.</p>
<p>When you begin to look into the different ways you can save money by driving carefully you will notice that they actually work. Aside from driving more calmly you can also save money by checking your car. If you are driving around on worn tires you will actually be using more gas. You should always follow the manufacturer&#8217;s recommended PSI for tires.</p>
<p>If you have just bought a new car, or even if you have bought a car years ago, you will most probably still be paying it off. However, there are much better ways to do things. If you are looking to save a bit of money all around, you have a few options.</p>
<p>You can also look for the best ways to save money aside from those on the gas, by checking your total expenses that you get with a car. If you get a new car you are going to use a lot of money especially when it comes to the maintenance side of things. The best thing is to look for a car that you can buy on a lease agreement where your services are paid for or included in the price. This will save you money in the long run.</p>
<p>Later on you will look out of your window to see that you friend from across the street is going out to the mall too, and she or he will come back a few minutes later with a few groceries. There is a simple solution for both of you, car pool to the mall.</p>
<p>This is ideal and many people do not follow this because it is expensive, which is why getting free services is ideal because you will never forget and not have the money to do your car service on time. These are the best ways that you can save money on your car.</p>
<p>John Robertson runs and ownes topgear driving tuition you can learn more about <a rel="nofollow" href="http://www.familychristiainstore.com/goto/driving_lessons_springburn/256/1">driving lessons springburn</a> at www.topgeardrivingtuition.com</p>
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		<title>Guide To Learning To Drive</title>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 20 Nov 2009 08:52:51 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>John Robertson</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Learning to drive can be stressful and it does not have to be, you can follow a few basic steps and be on your way to driving safely. Every new driver experiences both fear and excitement, with these steps, you will be driving in no time.]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Learning to drive can be stressful and it does not have to be, you can follow a few basic steps and be on your way to driving safely. Every new driver experiences both fear and excitement, with these steps, you will be driving in no time.</p>
<p>Every new experience requires a few different steps to get where you want to be. These are the steps you need to learn to drive: start by getting your learning permit from your state&#8217;s BMV or DMV, you can use the state website, and you can practice in parking lots before you start driving on the road. Each of the following steps will help you get started driving on your own.</p>
<p>The first step to starting driving is to contact your local DMV &#8211; Department of Motor Vehicles or BMV &#8211; Bureau of Motor Vehicles. You can do this by using any search engine to get the website. The website is where your specific requirements and regulations will be available, including where you can get your permit. Additionally, the site will advise what rules must be followed when you have your permit.</p>
<p>Study the guide and learn the rules of the road, most states allow learners to take practice tests at the BMV/DMV website. Road rules are common sense, right? Well, even people who have driven for years do not always get all the answers correct on the driver&#8217;s test. Study the booklet, use the practice tests online, and check with your state BMV/DMV to see if you have to pay each time, you take the test if you do not pass. It will remove a lot of stress if you can take the written part free if you do not pass it.</p>
<p>Parking lots are a great place to start practicing driving. Have your driving teacher &#8211; parent or other licensed driver &#8211; drive to an empty parking lot to allow you to practice using the gas and breaks, as well as reverse, and turns. Many areas may not have empty parking lots during the day; you may have to do this on the weekend or in the late night. Nighttime is a good time to practice because driving at night will take practice as well.</p>
<p>Driving on the road starts with safety checks, and may still be a very stressful event. To start, stick with roads where the speed limit is not over 35 mph. Avoid heavy traffic and highways until you are comfortable with driving on the smaller roads and used to watching for unexpected behavior by other drivers.</p>
<p>Finally, after months of driving, you will be ready to take the driving test and get your license. When you take the test, remember that there are at least two parts to the test &#8211; the driving test and the written test.</p>
<p>Practicing and studying are the most important parts of learning to drive. In order to be safe on the road you will need to practice all your safety steps and understand the rules of the road. You will also have to be aware of defensive driving techniques. A few months practicing will assist you in getting your license and putting you on the road.</p>
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