You may not have driven in this country for a while; perhaps you have lived abroad and have gotten used to driving in a different country! I can help ease you back into driving safely here.
Wherever you are from, and whatever age you are, I can help.
I have worked with elderly people for the past 7 years, and continue to do so alongside my driving instruction, as a support worker. I am very patient and sympathetic, and will not judge you in any way. I understand a lot of older people might think it to be a bit disparaging having a younger person instructing you, but believe me, I look upon your experience in deference and am just here to help you with anything you might be unsure of.
**Answers to the questions at the beginning**
Which lane do you take to go straight ahead on a roundabout?
Left! Not the right hand lane and then cut across the middle of the roundabout to go ahead. Take the left hand lane on approach, and no signal on approach; stay in the left hand lane on the roundabout; signal left after passing the exit prior to the one you want to take. (Unless road markings direct you otherwise).
What is the MSM routine?
It stands for ‘Mirrors, Signal, Manoeuvre’, and should be used before making any manoeuvre (a change in speed or direction). Check the appropriate mirrors and if a signal is necessary, time it carefully so it isn’t confusing to others.
Do you indicate to overtake a bicycle?
It is not usually necessary as long as following traffic (traffic behind you) can see the bicycle. An unnecessary signal could be misleading, especially if a car is waiting to emerge from a side road ahead on the right! It will be obvious to others that you will move out to overtake it.
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