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Feeling anxious during driver training is more common than you might think. Many driving schools and instructors focus solely on the checklist of tasks needed to pass the ICBC driving exam, neglecting the learner’s emotional state. If you found yourself gripping the steering wheel too tightly or dreading each lesson, you’re not alone. The right […]
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My Work with Transport Canada Ergonomics Applied Research Studies and the Road Safety Educators Association Grounded me in the Research On Road Safety which I have been reading regularly ever since. Much of the research was reviewed when I was certified to teach incar and GLP classroom here in British Columbia. SITUATIONAL AWare versus REACTION Our […]
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Heavy traffic demands a clear understanding for left turns. Test Requirements for Left-Hand Turns Positioning is critical to ensuring you pass your driving test. Multiple out-of-position will add up and fail you. Learn Left Turns Right Knowing the rules for Cyclists is complicated and very dangerous. Right Turns Positioning Very Important to Pass Both positioning […]
I’m so thankful for Cooper. He’s the best driving instructor ever! He helped me manage my anxiety when it comes to driving and taught me to be a calm and safe driver. Thanks to his help, I was able to pass my class 5 road test in ONE attempt. 😀 My friend recommended him to […]
30 mph (48 km/h) 48 km/h (30 mph) This is a very tough way to fail a driver’s test but it happens. Recently a perfect score sheet with remarks like GOOD DRIVING, and GREAT BLIND SPOT CHECKS, still resulted in a fail! TOO SLOW! Before explaining this failure, it’s best you review two previous posts discussing the […]
Recently clients going for their driving tests, road test, ICBC’s driver’s licenses, both class 5 and class 7 have not needed to wear a mask for the test drive. It looks like the requirement has been dropped and is not voluntary. Masks and physical distancing are voluntary when visiting an ICBC location. Sadly I cannot […]
FULL ARTICLE HERE Starting in spring 2023, Alberta will no longer require the advanced road test for Class 5 and Class 6 driver’s licences. “Many Albertans have told us that the advanced test costs too much, is a roadblock to finding jobs and has created unnecessary red tape. That’s why we are eliminating the advanced […]
Looking at the stunning comparison of the road systems in The Middle Kingdom compared to Canada or the United States and it’s clear that the scale and magnitude both of the production as well as the wealth expenditures dwarf both Canada and the USA beyond our imagination. Add to this the extremely low performance and […]
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Text me Cooper directly at 236 998 4268 Tell me what you need, and I will reply back with times/dates. Or you can ask me questions, and I will answer everything, even if you don’t hire me. You can also leave your number, and I will call you back, although its typically late evening, 9 pm or […]
Two books are the basic foundation of driving instruction here in British Columbia. Learn to Drive Smart and Tuning Up For Drivers. Additionally, the driving instructor’s course teaches the Motor Vehicle Act laws Division 27 which regulars driver training in BC, plus the instructor learns how to write lesson plans. Testing includes division 27 laws […]
your current ICBC driver’s licenseprimary and secondary identificationa safe vehicle with insurance papersif under 19 a guardian or parentassociated fees – credit card, bank card – $35 Class 7 or 8 – $50 Class 5 or 6 – plus $75 for 5 year licensea licensed driver that qualifies your license in case you fail in […]
you must now wait 14 days after your first test30 days after your second test60 days after your third and subsequent tests Clients often rush a road test and try to pass without thoroughly preparing. Yes, going and failing a road test has value for some people who know nothing about the test procedure and […]
Passing an ICBC driving test in both class 5 and class 7 requires a strong vision, great space management and not making a FAIL mistake. Many times a week, we run 8-minute fake tests where we go silent and score our clients driving, simulating a real driver’s test. If you pass three of my 8-minute […]
