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🌧️ Wet roads: would you get this theory question right?When the road is wet, how should you change the gap between you a...
15/10/2026

🌧️ Wet roads: would you get this theory question right?

When the road is wet, how should you change the gap between you and the vehicle ahead?

Check the options in the picture and comment A, B, C or D below 👇

Answer tomorrow! Swipe for information about manual driving lessons in Southend.

Turning Left? Mind the Gap! 🚗⬅️Coming up to a give-way junction to turn left? Get your position sorted on the approach.C...
12/10/2026

Turning Left? Mind the Gap! 🚗⬅️

Coming up to a give-way junction to turn left? Get your position sorted on the approach.

Check your mirrors, signal in good time and follow the kerb’s shape where appropriate—keeping a safe clearance without leaving an unnecessary gap.

🚴 Always check for cyclists on your left. Never move across their path or squeeze them against the kerb.

Save this for your next lesson and follow David McLean for more Southend driving tips!

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Answer: Are You Too Close? 🚗⏱️ | UK Theory Test ChallengeThe correct answer is B: at least a two-second gap ✅On a dry, h...
09/10/2026

Answer: Are You Too Close? 🚗⏱️ | UK Theory Test Challenge

The correct answer is B: at least a two-second gap ✅

On a dry, high-speed road, you should leave at least a two-second gap between your vehicle and the one in front. This gives you enough time to react and stop safely if traffic slows suddenly.

In wet conditions, double the gap to at least four seconds. In icy conditions, leave an even greater distance.

Did you get it right? Let us know in the comments 👇 Follow for more theory challenges, driving tips and Southend learner advice.

THEORY THURSDAYAre You Too Close? 🚗⏱️ | UK Theory Test ChallengeHow much space should you leave behind the vehicle in fr...
08/10/2026

THEORY THURSDAY

Are You Too Close? 🚗⏱️ | UK Theory Test Challenge

How much space should you leave behind the vehicle in front on a dry, high-speed road? 🤔

Choose A, B, C or D and drop your answer in the comments 👇

Answer and explanation tomorrow! Follow for more theory challenges, driving tips and Southend learner advice.

UK Theory Test QuestionQuestion: What is the national speed limit on a single carriageway road for cars and motorcycles?...
02/10/2026

UK Theory Test Question
Question: What is the national speed limit on a single carriageway road for cars and motorcycles?
• A) 30 mph
• B) 50 mph
• C) 60 mph (Correct)
• D) 70 mph
Explanation: On a single carriageway road (a road where traffic in both directions is not separated by a central reservation), the general national speed limit for cars, motorcycles, and car-derived vans is 60 mph, unless local signs indicate otherwise. On dual carriageways and motorways, the limit rises to 70 mph.

It’s a maximum, not a target—adjust your speed to the conditions.

UK Theory Test QuestionQuestion: What is the national speed limit on a single carriageway road for cars and motorcycles?...
01/10/2026

UK Theory Test Question

Question: What is the national speed limit on a single carriageway road for cars and motorcycles?
• A) 30 mph
• B) 50 mph
• C) 60 mph
• D) 70 mph

Answer tomorrow.

Driving Test Booking UPDATEFrom 1 October, learner drivers must call DVSA on the same working day to swap tests. ...
30/09/2026

Driving Test Booking UPDATE

From 1 October, learner drivers must call DVSA on the same working day to swap tests.

29/09/2026

STRUGGLE WITH THIS SOUTHEND ROUNDABOUT? 🚗

This is the Rochford Road roundabout near Southend Airport, taking the 3rd exit back onto Rochford Road.

In this quick guide I show you:

✅ Which lane to use
✅ Where to position the car
✅ What to watch for on approach
✅ How to take the exit safely and confidently

This isn’t just for learner drivers either — if you’ve already passed your test but still find this roundabout confusing, this should help.

📍 More Southend driving-test routes, tricky junctions and roundabout guides coming regularly.

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21/09/2026

Town to Tesco Store: Which Lane Do You Need?

Description:
Heading from Southend town centre towards Tesco? This quick guide shows you how to approach Tesco Roundabout safely, choose the correct lane and watch the traffic lights. A useful route to know before your Southend driving test!

05/09/2026

TESCO Roundabout Pt 2

Tesco to A127 London. Leave a comment on what junctions in Southend you would like to be shown and explained. TESCO Pt 3 coming soon. All directions will be covered.

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SS2

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Wednesday 7am - 7pm
Thursday 7am - 7pm
Friday 7am - 7pm
Saturday 8am - 2:30pm

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