Show 239 - Cancelling Time

Release Date: 04/02/2025

Dipod - The Driving Instructors Podcast

Show recorded on 30/5/25 - Released 6th May 62 minutes In which, after some initial silliness, we fill in the survey conducted by the DVSA on the proposals to change the rules in booking the car driving test. Pupils only book test Pupils and ADIs can book, only pupil to change Moving test date or time Status Quo Remove ability to swap tests of change locations Limit swaps and or location changes Limiting distance changes Links CPD Notes You can download the CPD notes and then and add your own notes, then use it towards your...

Show 242 - Booking Rules

Dipod - The Driving Instructors Podcast

Show recorded on 30/5/25 - Released 12th May 70 minutes In which we look through the consultation document from the DVSA regarding the proposed booking rules for booking the driving test. In the next show we go through the questionnaire and pull it apart in detail. Intro and background How it currently works Admission Fees Consultation Respondance 6am Call Changes Booking - Option A Booking - Option B Swapping - Option A Swapping - Option B Responding Links CPD Notes You can download the CPD notes and then and...

Show 241 - The IMTD

Dipod - The Driving Instructors Podcast

Show recorded on 25/4/25 - Released 12th May 77 minutes In this show we continue with our special guest Graham Feest, president of the IMTD. In which we talk about road safety and the Institute of Master Tutors of Driving. DVLA Training Changes Rural Roads Test Centres Emergency Stop Independent Drive Downside Sit In The Back Appropriate Speed The IMTD Links CPD Notes You can download the CPD notes and then and add your own notes, then use it towards your personal CPD. Download your The ADINJC...

Show 240 - Reading The Road

Dipod - The Driving Instructors Podcast

Show recorded on 25/4/25 57 minutes In this show we have our special guest Graham Feest in the studio, who is a road safety expert and president of the IMTD (Institute of Master Tutors of Driving) Speed Workshop Speed Limits Safe System Approach Reading The Road New Instructors Learning To Drive Prison Sentences Older Drivers Links CPD Notes You can download the CPD notes and then and add your own notes, then use it towards your personal CPD. Download your The ADINJC sponsors Dipod. Discover the fantastic...

Show 239 - Cancelling Time

Dipod - The Driving Instructors Podcast

Show recorded on 28/3/25 68 minutes In this show we read through a couple of letters and catch up on waiting times and the new test cancellation rules. Part 2 or Part 3 Waiting Times 150 Test Bookings Safe To Drive Cancellation Notification Aggressive Candidates ADINJC Expo Links CPD Notes You can download the CPD notes and then and add your own notes, then use it towards your personal CPD. Download your The ADINJC sponsors Dipod. Discover the fantastic work they do and the benefits of becoming a member at

Show 238 - Sitting In

Dipod - The Driving Instructors Podcast

Show recorded on 21/2/25 - Released March 11th 42 minutes In this show we mull over the advantages of sitting in on a driving test and factors that affect our pupils in the car. Sitting In On Test Stopping For Pedestrians Signing Log Book Hands On Ready To Pass Factors That Affect Pupils Smart Motorway Re-Join Links CPD Notes You can download the CPD notes and then and add your own notes, then use it towards your personal CPD. Download your The ADINJC sponsors Dipod. Discover the fantastic work they do and the benefits of becoming a...

Show 237 - Disabled Driving

Dipod - The Driving Instructors Podcast

Show recorded on 21/2/25 73 minutes In this show we are joined by Michael Gambin who specialises in teaching those with disabilities to drive. We go through the pro's and con's of getting involved with this kind of work. Links CPD Notes You can download the CPD notes and then and add your own notes, then use it towards your personal CPD. Download your The ADINJC sponsors Dipod. Discover the fantastic work they do and the benefits of becoming a member at

Show 236 - 7 Point Plan

Dipod - The Driving Instructors Podcast

Show recorded on 22/1/25 80 minutes In this show we look at some more correspondence' and we examine the DVSA's seven point plan to get on top of the test waiting times. Links CPD Notes You can download the CPD notes and then and add your own notes, then use it towards your personal CPD. Download your The ADINJC sponsors Dipod. Discover the fantastic work they do and the benefits of becoming a member at

Show 235 - Short Wait Re-Test

Dipod - The Driving Instructors Podcast

Show recorded on 29/11/24 53 minutes In this show we look through a number of correspondence' and answer questions on bike lanes, examiner discretion, ADI training woes. We also look at a very interesting idea to help relieve the problems of the the long wait times for driving tests. Bike Lane Etiquette Waiting Time Problems Giving Up Short Wait Re-test Financial Considerations Examiner Discretion Training Woes Links CPD Notes You can download the CPD notes and then and add your own notes, then use it towards your personal CPD. Download your ...

Show 234 - Even Better Driving

Dipod - The Driving Instructors Podcast

Show recorded on 29/11/24 76 minutes In this show we talk to Dr Lisa Dorn about the third edition of her book which is published by the DVSA called 'Better Driving' Brain Change Vehicle Autonomy Selfish Drivers Impatience Stress Safe System Approach Junction Analysis Autonomous Future New Book Additions Modern Tech Driving Skills E-Learning Courses Drink and Drugs Links CPD Notes You can download the CPD notes and then and add your own notes, then use it towards your personal CPD. Download your The ADINJC...

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Show recorded on 28/3/25

68 minutes

In this show we read through a couple of letters and catch up on waiting times and the new test cancellation rules.