Premier 1
School Of MotoringThe Cockpit
Premier 1, Northern Ireland's School Of Motoring with a touch of Class. DOORS -
Check they are securely closed. Make sure that any passengers have closed theirs. You are responsible for the safety of your passengers. A door not properly shut may fly open as you drive along.
SEAT -
Adjust it for comfortable use of foot controls and steering. Push the pedal on the far left (clutch) down to the floor. You should be able to do this without stretching.
STEERING -
Adjust seating position for comfortable steering Don't get too close or you may find it awkward to let the pedal up and you could knock your knee on the steering wheel.
Ensure all seatbelts are on correctly. The law requires that all passengers wear seatbelts where fitted, unless they have an exemption certificate. It is the driver's responsibility that children under 14 have the seat belt fastened.
MIRRORS -
Adjust your mirrors. You should be able to see clearly in the mirror with the minimum of head movement. When adjusting, hold the mirror keeping your fingers off the glass. Adjust the door mirrors to reduce any 'blind spots'.
Setting Off
Premier 1, Northern Ireland's School Of Motoring with a touch of Class. Take your first look to the front and into the mirrors for traffic and pedestrians and then get yourself ready to move. Press the clutch down as far as it will go. Select first gear.
(press the gas pedal slightly and then hold it still). Press it to generate sufficient power to move. Listen to the engine noise. Don't let the engine roar! Bring the clutch up until the sound of the engine drops slightly and then keep both feet still (this is called the ‘biting point’)
Look in your interior and door mirrors again and look round to check the blind spots (the areas you are unable to see in the mirrors). Be prepared to wait if the coast is not clear. Decide if you need to signal. The rule about signals in any circumstances is that they should be given "to help other road users". If there is not the slightest chance of any-one being affected by you moving off, including oncoming traffic and pedestrians, there is no point in signaling. But if there is any sign of life anywhere near you, why risk it? Have your hand on the handbrake ready for release.
It's safe. Let's go. Are you 100 per cent sure? Check the blind spot again by looking over your right shoulder ( see diagram on the left ) and release the handbrake. The car should slowly move forwards. If the car doesn't move, let the clutch up a little more.
To increase your speed, press the gas pedal gently and gently raise the clutch and take your foot away from the clutch pedal. You will need to change into 2nd gear soon after moving away.
Keep to the left, unless road signs or markings indicate otherwise. The exceptions are when you want to overtake, turn right or pass parked vehicles or pedestrians in the road
Gear Changing
Premier 1, Northern Ireland's School Of Motoring with a touch of Class. In most vehicles the first 4 gears form an 'H' appearance on the gear lever. Neutral is the middle position in the 'H' formation on the gear stick. To engage reverse gear you sometimes have to either push the gear lever down or lift it up towards you. Different vehicles have different setups. So always check were reverse is on a new vehicle.
Reverse is often in one of the 3 positions marked in dotted red in the diagram opposite. There may also be a 5th gear.
1st Gear -
Used for moving off, maneuvering and for creeping slowly in traffic and at junctions.
2nd Gear -
Used for moving off down very steep hills, building up speed after moving away and driving at low speeds.
3rd Gear -
Used to build up speed and when you need more power for climbing hills. It also increases your control when going down steep hills and dealing with some bends.
4th Gear -
Used for driving at speeds generally higher than 30 mph, where there are no hazards to confront.
5th Gear -
Not all vehicles have a 5th gear. which gives better fuel economy. This is normally only used on open roads when traveling constantly at higher speeds.
To Practice - Change UP through the gears -
First find a fairly straight, wide road where there is little or no other traffic. Move off in first gear and change into 2nd gear as soon as you can. Accelerate to about 15-20 mph, then change into 3rd gear. Accelerate in 3rd to 25-30 mph and then change into 4th. You will only need to practice using the 5th gear when you are competent using the first 4 gears.
To Practice - Change DOWN through the gears -
When you have built up your speed to 30 mph and you are in 4th gear, Check the mirror to make sure it is safe. Brake gently to slow the car down to about 20 mph. Release the brake and change into 3rd gear. Check the mirror again and, if safe, reapply the brake gently and slow down to about 10 mph. Release the brake and change into 2nd gear.
Check the mirror, if safe, build up your speed, changing up the gears, until you reach 30 mph again. Keep practicing until you feel confident.
Steering
Premier 1, Northern Ireland's School Of Motoring with a touch of Class.To steer accurately you should look well ahead at where you are going. You must be able to operate the main controls without looking at them. Looking down will result in your car wandering from side to side
Try to keep both hands on the wheel when braking or cornering.
Although you should keep both hands on the wheel as much as possible, there are times when you need to change gears or operate the lights, wipers and other controls. When learning, find a straight, quiet road where you can steer with one hand while you practice using the controls.
When approaching right bends, move your right hand to the top of the wheel ready to pull it down to steer round the curve in the road.
When approaching left hand bends, move your left hand to the top of the wheel to pull it down to steer round the curve in the road.
When turning, try not to cross your hands over one another.
When turning left it is important for you to maintain a position about a meter from the kerb.
Too close to the kerb and your rear wheel may roll over the kerb or even strike it, which could damage to the tyre.
Too close to the kerb could cause you to swing out and into the path of approaching vehicles.
Too close to the kerb and swinging out just before you turn could cause the following vehicle to swerve across the road to pass you.
Hill Starting
Premier 1, Northern Ireland's School Of Motoring with a touch of Class. Moving off on a gradient demands good co-ordination of the gas pedal, clutch and handbrake, for the obvious reasons that without it you will roll backwards and you will fail your practical test.
The normal routine for moving off away from the kerb applies, Mirrors - Signal - Maneuver.
Select first gear, bring the clutch to the 'biting point' and apply higher-than-usual revs. Check your mirrors, make sure too, that there are no pedestrians about to cross the road immediately behind your car , check over your right shoulder then if a signal is needed then give it. If it is safe to move off, release the handbrake and let the clutch bite a little more - enough to get the car rolling forward, but not enough to cause the car to jerk. Give a bit more gas as the car moves off, letting the clutch come right up as the car gathers speed.
Remember that it will be harder for the engine to overcome an extra load up the hill (like when you ride a cycle up a hill, you have to pedal a lot harder). Therefore, you must build up more momentum than usual in first gear before changing, and be sure not to fumble selection, otherwise all momentum will be lost.
Lastly if you signaled check that the indicator has cancelled, then drive the car normally and engage higher gears when required.
The approved method of making a downhill start is to use the foot brake to hold the car during take-up of the clutch. The normal safety checks and signals are required, but the technique differs from a uphill start in the later stages.
To move off, engage first gear, second gear is permissible if the hill is very steep. With the clutch pedal right down ( depressed), fully apply the foot brake. Keeping both pedals depressed, Do your checks to make sure its safe to move off Mirrors - Signal - Maneuver not forgetting to look over your right shoulder.If all is safe, release the handbrake and find the biting point with the clutch pedal. Now slowly release the foot brake. The car should begin to move, so let the clutch come fully home and transfer your right foot away from the brake pedal onto the gas. How much gas you need depends upon the steepness of the hill.
A steep down hill gradient may require you stay in second gear, otherwise third gear is the highest likely to be needed, so you can keep control of the car.
Roundabouts
Premier 1, Northern Ireland's School Of Motoring with a touch of Class. To Turn Left (taking the first exit) -
- signal left and approach in the left-hand lane
- keep to the left on the roundabout and continue signaling left to leave.
To go straight on ( taking the second exit) -
- select the appropriate lane on approach to and on the roundabout. If no marking on the road it is usually safest to keep to the left lane
- stay in this lane until you need to alter course to exit the roundabout
- signal left after you have passed the exit before the one you want.
To Turn Right ( taking the last exit or third exit ) -
- signal right and approach in the right-hand lane
- keep to the right on the roundabout until you need to change lanes to exit the roundabout
- signal left after you have passed the exit before the one you want.
When approaching a roundabout - Mirrors - Signal - Maneuver -
At all stages and decide as early as possible which exit you need to take, give an appropriate signal. I've always found that if you take your time and make sure you are in the correct lane a good distance from the roundabout you can't go far wrong.
Adjust your speed and Position to fit in with traffic conditions.
If you get your approach speed and gear right you can merge in with the traffic most times without stopping.
Another hint is sometimes you can judge where other drivers are going before they signal etc by looking at their faces and seeing which road they are looking into. Generally the road they look into is where they are going.
You will readily recognize body language or facial expression in other road users when eye contact has been made.
This in itself does not mean it is safe to proceed but it does mean the other person is aware of you and many accidents result from people not noticing other road users.
Always be aware of the speed and position of all the traffic around you.
Don't worry if you have to stop when you reach the roundabout. When it's clear, ease up off the clutch smoothly, don't rush, keep using the mirrors, and above all, stay calm.
Once you are on the roundabout maintain a reasonable speed. Failing to do this, especially when you are in the right-hand lane, may result in other drivers passing on the nearside.
Watch out for vehicles already on the roundabout; be aware they may not be signaling correctly or at all.
Emergency Stopping
Premier 1, Northern Ireland's School Of Motoring with a touch of Class.The Examiner will ask you to stop at various places during the driving test. Whenever you stop, you should do so in a safe place. The Examiner will not trap you by asking you to stop in a illegal place, but you have to select a safe position for normal stops.
It's during one of these 'stops' that the Examiner will say to you that, very shortly he will ask you to stop the vehicle as in an emergency. The signal he will give you as he says 'Stop' will be shown to you. Years ago it used to be a tap on the dashboard or the windscreen, usually with the test board. However Examiners now appear to favor holding up their right hand onto the windscreen and saying 'Stop'.
This is the one occasion in the test when you don't follow the mirrors-signal-manoeuvre routine. Before giving you the signal to 'Stop' the Examiner himself would have checked the road behind with a look over his right shoulder. He won't ask you to stop if there could be a danger to you from following traffic.
When you get the signal, release the accelerator pedal and slide your right foot across to the brake pedal, easy. Apply firm pressure, trying to judge pedal movement so that the brakes are on the point of locking. Hold the pedal still then, as the car slows to a standstill, gradually release the pressure. During braking, keep two hands on the steering wheel and hold the car in a straight line and be alert for the first signs of the wheels locking up. If a skid has actually started, ease the pedal but don't release it completely, and then re-apply the pressure.
Your instinct will tell you that as you brake you should apply the clutch. However try to avoid depressing the clutch until just before you stop. This will give the car extra braking from the engine.
With the car safely at a standstill, and the clutch and brake pedals still depressed, apply the handbrake and move the gear lever into neutral.
Move on again when told to do so by the Examiner, not forgetting the Mirrors-signal- maneuver routine. Sometimes you may stop in the middle of the road. So don't forget to look over your left shoulder as well. Something could be on the left of the road.
Pedestrian Crossings
Premier 1, Northern Ireland's School Of Motoring with a touch of Class.
School Crossings Pedestrians -
Always wait for the lollipop person to tell you it is safe to cross. Always cross in front of them. If you are on your bike, always dismount before crossing. You must stop when a school crossing patrol shows a stop for children sign.
Drivers -
Under the Road Traffic Regulation Act 1984 it is an offence not to Stop when signaled to do so:
When a school crossing patrol officer steps into the road you must Stop (Rule 87 of the Highway Code):
If you do not Stop, the consequences can include:
fatalities/serious injury
a fine of up to £1000
three penalty points
disqualification
damage to vehicles/other property
There may be a flashing amber signal below the school warning sign to alert you that children may be crossing the road ahead. Drive slowly until you are clear of the area. Be cautious when passing a stationary bus showing a school bus sign.
Zebra -
A Zebra crossing is a path across a road marked with black and white stripes where pedestrians may cross.They have NO traffic lights.
Using the crossing should give traffic plenty of time to see them and to stop before starting to cross.
Vehicles will need more time when the road is slippery. Remember that traffic does not have to stop until someone has moved onto the crossing. Wait until traffic has stopped from both directions or the road is clear before crossing. Keep looking both ways, and listening, in case a driver or rider has not seen you and attempts to overtake a vehicle that has stopped.
Drivers -
Approaching a Zebrathe the driver is made aware of the crossing because of its black and white poles with flashing yellow beacons and zigzag road markings. As you approach a zebra crossing look out for people waiting to cross and be ready to slow down or stop to let them cross. Use your mirrors frequently on approach so you know exactly what following traffic is up to and stop before the white dotted line - not after it. If you have time, give an arm signal for slowing down like the one on the right. This lets the pedestrians know what you are doing and also warns other vehicles that you are stopping.
You MUST give way when someone has moved onto a crossing. Do Not wave people across; this could be dangerous if another vehicle is approaching and don't flash your headlights! Try and make eye contact with anyone waiting. This helps reassure them that they have been seen.
Be aware of pedestrians approaching from the side of the crossing after you have stopped
Pelican:-(Pedestrian Light Controlled Crossing) -
These are signal-controlled crossings operated by pedestrians. The name derives from a cute pseudo-acronym for 'Pedestrian Light Controlled', with the 'o' changed to an 'a' in deference to the bird. The use of improbable animal symbols began in 1951 with the introduction of 'Zebra' Crossings.
Push the control button to activate the traffic signals. When the red figure shows, do not cross. When a steady green figure shows, check the traffic has stopped then cross with care. When the green figure begins to flash you should not start to cross. If you have already started you should have time to finish crossing safely.
At some pelican crossings there is a bleeping sound to indicate to blind or partially-sighted people when the steady green figure is showing, and there may be a tactile signal to help deaf blind people.
Drivers -
Approaching a Pelican crossing the driver is made aware of the crossing because of its traffic lights and zigzag road markings. Iron railings are usually used to stop pedestrians entering the road away from the crossing.
Plan what you are going to do before you get there. If, for example, the lights are on green for some time and people are waiting at the crossing, be prepared to slow down as they could turn to red! Use your mirrors frequently on approach so you know exactly what following traffic is up to and stop on the white line - not after it!
These are signal-controlled crossings where flashing amber follows the red 'Stop' light. You MUST stop when the red light shows. When the amber light is flashing, you MUST give way to any pedestrians on the crossing. If the amber light is flashing and there are no pedestrians on the crossing, you may proceed with caution.
After the lights start flashing, watch out for people making a last-minute dash. Be prepared to let them cross but no not wave others onto the crossing.
Puffin (Pedestrian User-Friendly Intelligent crossings) -
These differ from pelican crossings as there is no flashing green figure phase. On puffin crossings the red and green figures are above the control box on your side of the road. Press the button and wait for the green figure to show..
Infra-red cameras similar to those used to find earthquake victims trapped under rubble are being used to help people cross the road. Attached to traffic lights at pedestrian crossings, the cameras extend the time drivers see red so elderly or disabled people aren't at risk from oncoming traffic. The new 'smart' system also uses heat sensors to tell if pedestrians are waiting on the pavement, and can even override the red light shown to drivers if they've already got to the other side. It has reduced delays to motor vehicles, and improved crossing conditions for elderly and disabled persons by automatically varying the crossing times.
Drivers -
Approaching a Puffin crossing the driver is made aware of the crossing because of its traffic lights and zigzag road markings. Iron railings are usually used to stop pedestrians entering the road away from the crossing. The lights have no flashing amber phase, so the lights just change like a normal traffic light at a junction.
On toucan crossings cyclists are permitted to ride across the road.
Drivers -
Approaching a Toucan crossing the driver is made aware of the crossing because of its traffic lights and usually zigzag road markings ( zigzag marking are not always present).
Iron railings are usually used to stop pedestrians and cyclists entering the road away from the crossing
The lights have no flashing amber phase, so the lights just change like a normal traffic light at a junction.
Pegasus -
The Pegasus crossing is usually used outside race courses or areas where horses are trained. They appear to be very popular in Scotland.
The Pegasus crossing is similar to any other light controlled crossing, but in addition to provision for pedestrians (as at a Puffin Crossing) and/or cyclists (as at a Toucan crossing) the Pegasus crossing makes special provision for horses.
Drivers -
Approaching a Pegasus crossing the driver is made aware of the crossing because of its traffic lights and zigzag road markings .Iron railings are usually used to stop pedestrians and horses entering the road away from the crossing
From a drivers point of view, the crossing works in the same way as ordinary traffic lights.
For riders there is a 'high level' push button to operate the crossing. Because this is placed on the traffic-light support, the horse has to come very close to the road in order for the button to be pressed ... So be careful!
Pedestrian refuges or traffic islands are placed in the middle of wider roads where there is no crossing point. This helps to narrow the road giving pedestrians a safe area to wait whilst they cross the other half of the road. Drivers have priority at these traffic islands.
Junctions
Premier 1, Northern Ireland's School Of Motoring with a touch of Class.Box junctions make it possible to keep the flow of traffic moving and therefore keep the junction clear, by preventing traffic from stopping in the path of crossing traffic.
Use the Mirror, Signal, Maneuver routine (MSM) early and this will give you time to assess the junction before you get there.
You should enter the box junction if you wish to turn right and your path is blocked by oncoming traffic.It is OK for you to wait on the yellow criss-cross providing your exit road is clear.
If you wait outside the box in these circumstances, you could fail your driving test -
When the way is clear move away smartly and do not cause an obstruction.
Be careful when queuing inside the box junction as you may not have time to clear the junction before the traffic lights change.
While carrying out the junction routine you must keep a constant look-out for other road users. Doing this will help to ensure that you have all the information you need to make the correct decisions about your intended actions.
Give way to pedestrians crossing any road you are turning into. Watch out for those with their backs to you. They may not have seen or heard you and could walk into the road without looking.
Take great care when turning into a main road; you will need to watch for traffic in both directions and wait for a safe gap.
Look Out -
For Signs and road markings indicating priorities
Mirrors -
As soon as you are aware that there is a junction or other hazard ahead, you must check your mirrors to see what is happening behind. Just looking is not enough. You must ask yourself the question, 'Is it safe to carry out the maneuver?' A maneuver is any action involving a change to your speed or position.
Signal -
When you are sure that it's safe to proceed, give the appropriate signal and in plenty of time. This gives others a chance to see them!
Position -
Check your mirrors again to ensure that it's safe to move into the correct position for the junction.
Use the foot brake to ensure that you have plenty of time to change gear before the junction. If things seem rushed, you're going too fast. Make a final observation check all around and then complete your maneuver.
Final Observation - Look for obstructions, traffic and pedestrians -
Keep a special look-out for cyclists or motorbikes traveling along close to the kerb.
When approaching the end of the road, watch out for other vehicles who may be cutting corners. Be prepared to hold back for them
You must be sure it is safe before you proceed. The only time you can be certain the other vehicle is going to turn left is when you see it start to do so. How many times have you seen an indicator not cancelled or a driver change their mind?
Don’t just pay attention to the traffic on your right, a vehicle approaching from your left may be overtaking something and be temporarily on the right hand side of the road, so be sure to check BOTH ways before proceeding. When the way is clear move away smartly and do not cause an obstruction. Check mirror again.
Bay Parking
Premier 1, Northern Ireland's School Of Motoring with a touch of Class.
When doing these maneuvers - take your time, reverse under full control, safely and steadily. Always use good, effective all-round observation and show consideration to other road users.
You should be aware that if any "shunting" (moving forwards then back again) is needed to correct your ultimate position between the lines, then it must be done BEFORE your car enters the bay. Beware: they're really picky on this one! I've seen people fail for having just half of one tyre over a bay line. Critics say that if the Examiner has to open the door & lean out to check the line, how the heck is an inexperienced driver supposed to be able to judge !!!
Can you adjust your left side mirror to do this maneuver It is OK for you to move a mirror before starting the maneuver, but this could cause a problem especially if you become too reliant on the mirror and forget to use all round observations. When doing this maneuver you have to reverse using all round observations and occasional quick glances at the side mirror for checking your position. If lots of practice and encouragement fails to get you confidently into a bay then sometimes we would suggest moving the mirror, but keep checking all round and it is important that the mirror is returned to its usual setting before driving off.
Reversing Around Corners
Premier 1, Northern Ireland's School Of Motoring with a touch of Class.The first thing to do here is to look all around. That is in every window so as to do a full 360 degree look around. Then go into reverse, check your three mirrors and blind spot over your right shoulder and start reversing. You must look out through the rear window most of the time (over your left shoulder), and also give quick glances in your left side mirror. The reason you look out your back window is not to try and line up the corner but to be able to see any cars, cyclists or pedestrians that may come up from behind. If any cars do come from behind you must stop and let them pass. Stay reasonably close to the kerb and reverse slowly. Think of this maneuver in 3 stages:
Your observation at the very start and the reverse in a slow straight line as far as where the bend starts. Keep the wheel straight until the back wheels meet where the bend begins.
The actual bend itself. When the back wheels meet where the bend starts you start turning in to the left in an anticlockwise motion. Make sure to give a quick glance over your right shoulder before you start turning the wheel. Don’t steer too fast as you may go too close to the kerb but at the same time don’t steer too slow as you may be too far out from the kerb in that case. At the halfway point have a good look left and right, you can do this by stopping but it’s not essential to stop.
Straightening the car and finishing up. After your look around halfway through its time for the 3rd and final part of the reverse. Get the car reasonably close to the kerb. Your left side mirror will help you to do this. At the start of this maneuver if you have parked correctly then that is the distance you also want to be at the end. Sometimes the use of a small sticker in the back window helps to line the car up at this point. The wheel should be straight towards the end of your reverse, for example if you drive an Opel then the Opel symbol should be straight and not upside down or to one side. Keep reversing until the tester tells you to stop.
It’s vital that you, the applicant, understand what way the car will move when you turn the steering wheel. When reversing if you turn the wheel to the left (anticlockwise) then the front of the car will move out but the back of the car will move in towards the kerb. If you turn the wheel to the right (clockwise) then the front of the car will move closer to the kerb but the back of the car will move away from it. You must get comfortable with this as it is an aspect of the reverse that is often not focused on enough. Practice as often as you can on different types of corners.Reverse slowly as the slower you go the easier it will be to correct any mistakes you might make. Remember not to look too much in your left side mirror, you must look out through the back window most of the time (about 75% of the time) i.e. over your left shoulder between the 2 headrests. Try not to hit the kerb and make sure to yield to pedestrians, children, cyclists and other vehicles.
Right Turning
Premier 1, Northern Ireland's School Of Motoring with a touch of Class.While carrying out the junction routine you must keep a constant look-out for other road users. Doing this will help to ensure that you have all the information you need to make the correct decisions about your intended actions.
Look Out -
For Signs and road markings indicating priorities
Mirrors -
As soon as you are aware that there is a junction or other hazard ahead, you must check your mirrors to see what is happening behind. Just looking is not enough. You must ask yourself the question, 'Is it safe to carry out the maneuver?' A maneuver is any action involving a change to your speed or position.
Signal -
When you are sure that it's safe to proceed, give the appropriate signal and in plenty of time. This gives others a chance to see them!
Position -
Check your mirrors again to ensure that it's safe to move into the correct position for the junction.
Use the foot brake to ensure that you have plenty of time to change gear before the junction. If things seem rushed, you're going too fast. Make a final observation check all around and then complete your maneuver.
Final Observation - Look for obstructions, traffic and pedestrians
Wait until there is a safe gap between you and any oncoming vehicle.
Check your side mirror for anyone fool enough to be overtaking you before you turn.
Keep a special look-out for cyclists or motorbikes traveling along close to the kerb. Sometimes these are hidden from your view behind oncoming cars or lorries.
Give way to pedestrians crossing any road you are turning into. Watch out for those with their backs to you. They may not have seen or heard you and could walk into the road without looking.
The main danger when turning right is from oncoming vehicles -
Slow down and wait until they have passed the junction. Don't be afraid to stop when you reach the point of your turn if it is not safe. When the way is clear move away smartly and do not cause an obstruction.
When turning right into the new road make sure you look into the road before you go. Avoid cutting the corner because another vehicle could be approaching the junction.
Turn In The Road
Premier 1, Northern Ireland's School Of Motoring with a touch of Class.Choose a safe place where there is good visibility, no obstruction in the road or on the pavement (watch for the lamp post, telephone poles or even post boxes), and where you have plenty of room. Stop on the left. Check the indicators have cancelled. Make sure the way is clear in front and behind, check the blind spot over your right shoulder
Go slowly forward in first gear using clutch control, turning your steering wheel briskly to the right. Aim at getting the car at right-angles across the road.
When the front of the car is about one meter from the kerb and still moving very slowly, change the lock by turning the steering wheel briskly to the left. As the front wheels get near to the kerb, put the clutch right down and use your foot-brake to stop. Apply your hand-brake. Select reverse gear. Find the biting point.
Make sure the way is clear. Check in all directions. If clear release your hand-brake. Back slowly across the road, turn the steering wheel as far to the left as it will go.
As the back of the car nears the kerb (you will see this over your right shoulder), turn the wheel briskly to the right so that when you stop you will be nearly on the right-hand lock ready to drive forward again.
Stop the car before you hit the kerb. Put on the hand-brake. Select first gear.
Again make sure the road is clear and drive forward, turning the wheel to the right.
You should now be able to straighten up on the left of the road.
Reverse Parking
Premier 1, Northern Ireland's School Of Motoring with a touch of Class.Drive forward and stop parallel to, and not more than one meter away from the car. Select reverse gear. Look to check it's O. K. to move off. Drive back very slowly and watch for the corner of the blue car appearing in the side window.
When you can see the corner of the car, turn the wheel to the left one full turn. Check the road ahead and the road behind over your right shoulder. If it's safe, continue reversing until the front of the car aligns with the back of the blue car. Turn the wheel fully to the right, watching you clear the car. The car will begin to swing in towards the kerb.
Here you will be close to the kerb and the car. Still move the car very slowly and take off some of the right lock so that the front of your car does not swing in too far. Check your distance from the kerb and from the blue car. Keep your car within two car lengths from the car.
Here you should be close to the kerb. If you need to correct your position you are allowed to move forward and backwards to get it right. But too much will be frowned upon by the Examiner. If you are not in the middle of the road and not on the kerb you should be O. K.
