Dipod - The Driving Instructors Podcast

Being a driving instructor can be lonely business in so far as feedback and ideas are concerned. The Driving Instructors Podcast (DIPOD) is where UK driving instructors can come to find out more about their industry, with news, views, commentary and guests. We are always looking for your feedback too, so remember to - email us: adi@dipod.co.uk

Show 262 - Reimbursements 08/10/2026

Show 262 - Reimbursements Show recorded on 27/7/26 Released 10/8/26 58 minutes In which we read through some correspondence and find out how things are going with the booking service and getting reimbursements for tests cancelled by the DVSA. Correspondence Test Waiting Times Traffic Light Fun Six Service Wait Reporting Booking Service Misuse Cancellation Fee Costs Links /episode/index/show/dipod/id/42376575

Show 261 - Ray Seagrave 07/30/2026

Show 261 - Ray Seagrave Ray Seagrave Show recorded on 27/7/26 58 minutes In which we invite Ray Seagrave onto the show who is an ADI and also an Ordit registered Instructor Trainer. Ray Seagrave Links /episode/index/show/dipod/id/42269480

Show 260 - Defribulation 07/02/2026

Show 260 - Defribulation Show recorded on 17/6/26 released 2nd July 38 minutes In which we take a look at some new questions that have been added to the theory test. Defibrillators Heart Attack New Questions Links The ADINJC sponsors Dipod. Discover the fantastic work they do and the benefits of becoming a member at /episode/index/show/dipod/id/41929600

Show 259 - Test Booking Rules 06/18/2026

Show 259 - Test Booking Rules Show recorded on 17/6/26 74 minutes In which we talk with ADINJC president Lynne Barrie and take an early days look at how the change in the booking rules is going, and we look at how the training of PDIs is progressing. ADINJC Activities Hot Water Changes Booking Tests Legal Sites Listening Ear Part 2 & 3 Examiners Ordit Pink Badge Changing Lesson Plan Coaching Adapting Lesson 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 /episode/index/show/dipod/id/41687010

Show 258 - Minimum Learning Period 05/09/2026

Show 258 - Minimum Learning Period Show recorded on 8/5/26 77 minutes In which we go through another set of consultation questions and discuss the need for a minimum learning period for learner drivers. Further mandatory requirements What age Time period Theory test certificate extension Minimum number of hours Mandatory logbook Mandatory e-learning Exemptions Revoked licenses 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 /episode/index/show/dipod/id/41232490

Show 257 - Slingshot 04/09/2026

Show 257 - Slingshot Show recorded on 31/3/26 - released 09/4/26 40 minutes In which we discuss the rights and wrongs of 'slingshotting' a roundabout and dealing with various busy junctions. Slingshot Motorway Driving Impatience Busy Junctions One Way Street Petrol 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 /episode/index/show/dipod/id/40791690

Show 256 - Ready For Test 03/31/2026

Show 256 - Ready For Test Show recorded on 31/3/26 53 minutes In which we go through some correspondence bringing up concerns about the recent consultation and we run through the dates of the upcoming changes to booking driving tests. Balloni Consultation Concerns Ready For Test Essex Figures Dates 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 /episode/index/show/dipod/id/40679085

Show 255 - Training ADIs 03/05/2026

Show 255 - Training ADIs Show recorded on 16/2/26 released 5/3/26 53 minutes In which with our guest Graham Feest we discuss how ADIs could be better trained in a more in-depth way. Pre Learning Extra Knowledge Delivery Aggressive Driving Psychology Training ADIs Mental Health Extra Knowledge Reprise Working In Schools Client Centred NLP 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 /episode/index/show/dipod/id/40333750

Show 254 - Road Safety Strategy 02/21/2026

Show 254 - Road Safety Strategy Show recorded on 16/2/26 released 21/2/26 85 minutes In which we return welcome Graham Feest back into the studio to look though the recent 'Road Safety Strategy' report. KSI Aims Investigations Minimum Learning Period Record Cards Lesson Prices Passengers Vehicles Enforcement Headlights Motorcycling Signing Off 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 /episode/index/show/dipod/id/40184615

Show 253 - Controlled Stops 02/03/2026

Show 253 - Controlled Stops Show recorded on 21/1/26 40 minutes In which we return to our 'How Do You Teach That' features and we look at Controlled/Emergency Stops. Introducing Controlled Stops Why Do It When Do It ABS Reaction Times Under Control After Stop Progressive Breaking Mirrors and Observation 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 /episode/index/show/dipod/id/39976795

Show 252 - Road Safety Publication 01/25/2026

Show 252 - Road Safety Publication Show recorded on 21/1/26 75 minutes We welcome Elliott back and look through the DVSA's Road Safety Publication Post Crash Research Sink Holes Minimum Learning Period Consultations Cruise Control Cognitive Testing Notifying DVLA Road Safety Strategy Victim Code 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 /episode/index/show/dipod/id/39871900

Show 251 - Working Smart 01/05/2026

Show 251 - Working Smart Show recorded on 22/12/25 - released 5th Jan' 2026 39 minutes We continue our chat with Jason Reed and enter a very interesting discussion about how we run and present our driving schools. Presentation Working Hours Dress Code Quality Pupils Piggy Backing Independent Driving 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 /episode/index/show/dipod/id/39618690

Show 250 - Musical Chairs 12/23/2025

Show 250 - Musical Chairs Show recorded on 22/12/25 67 minutes Whilst Elliot is not able to join us, we are joined in the studio by regular contributor and local instructor Jason Reed. DVSA Chief Executive Booking Tests NASP Report DVSA Profits Test Costs NASP and the NAO 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 /episode/index/show/dipod/id/39522725

Show 249 - Take Two 12/05/2025

Show 249 - Take Two Show recorded on 10/11/25 32 minutes In our second session we kick back and talk loosely about some instructor issues and whatever else comes to mind!! Happy Christmas! Ouch Crashes, Coaching and Waffle Kids Roundabouts 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 /episode/index/show/dipod/id/39290860

Show 248 - Child Care Petition 11/15/2025

Show 248 - Child Care Petition Show recorded on 10/11/25 47 minutes In which, we are joined over Zoom by Kathy Higgins Introductions Part 3 Bookings Government Petition Correspondence Podcasts Public Announcement Drink Drive Stats Quentin Wilson Passes 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 /episode/index/show/dipod/id/39043495

Show 247 - Continual Professional Development 09/25/2025

Show 247 - Continual Professional Development Show 247 Continual Professional Development Show recorded on 8/9/25 - released 25/9/25 40 minutes In which, we look at recommendations for Continual Professional Development. 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 /episode/index/show/dipod/id/38353830

Show 247 - Continual Professional Development 09/25/2025

Show 246 - Computer Update 09/11/2025

Show 246 - Computer Update Show recorded on 8/9/25 - released 11/9/25 53 minutes In which, we read through some correspondence and we look at the progress of the DVSA in updating the booking system. 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 /episode/index/show/dipod/id/38182485

Show 246 - Computer Update 09/11/2025

Show 245 - Junction Rant 08/17/2025

Show 245 - Junction Rant Show recorded on 30/7/25 - released 17/8/25 60 minutes In which, we read through some DVSA correspondence and Nick has a rant about teaching left junction emerge! Test Provided Lorry & Bus Tests Police Pursuit A Small Percentage Miss-use of Accounts Phishing Email T Junctions Junction Rant 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 /episode/index/show/dipod/id/37854430

Show 244 - Consultation Correspondence 08/02/2025

Show 244 - Consultation Correspondence Show 244 Consultation Correspondence Show recorded on 30/7/25 88 minutes In which, we read through our correspondence with thoughts and suggestions regarding the recent consultation regarding the proposed changes to the booking of driving tests. 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 /episode/index/show/dipod/id/37645905

Show 243 - Booking Survey 06/06/2025

Show 243 - Booking Survey 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 personal CPD. Download your The ADINJC sponsors Dipod. Discover the fantastic work they do and the benefits of becoming a member at /episode/index/show/dipod/id/36896445

Show 242 - Booking Rules 05/31/2025

Show 242 - Booking Rules 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 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 /episode/index/show/dipod/id/36800645

Show 241 - The IMTD 05/12/2025

Show 241 - The IMTD 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 sponsors Dipod. Discover the fantastic work they do and the benefits of becoming a member at /episode/index/show/dipod/id/36532965

Show 240 - Reading The Road 04/28/2025

Show 240 - Reading The Road 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 work they do and the benefits of becoming a member at /episode/index/show/dipod/id/36336215

Show 239 - Cancelling Time 04/02/2025

Show 239 - Cancelling Time 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 /episode/index/show/dipod/id/35975485

Show 238 - Sitting In 03/11/2025

Show 238 - Sitting In 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 member at /episode/index/show/dipod/id/35633340

Show 237 - Disabled Driving 02/25/2025

Show 237 - Disabled Driving 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 /episode/index/show/dipod/id/35411725

Show 236 - 7 Point Plan 01/27/2025

Show 236 - 7 Point Plan 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 /episode/index/show/dipod/id/35030100

Show 235 - Short Wait Re-Test 12/18/2024

Show 235 - Short Wait Re-Test 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 The ADINJC sponsors Dipod. Discover the fantastic work they do and the benefits of becoming a member at /episode/index/show/dipod/id/34513945

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