DO NOT DRIVE LONG DISTANCES IN THIS LANE ONCE IN THE LANE DO NOT CHANGE BACK INTO YOUR ORIGINAL LANE MUST TURN LEFT AT THE FIRST CLOSEST ROAD ONCE ENTERING THIS LANE DO NOT USE THIS LANE FOR ANY OTHER PURPOSE https://www.drivesmartbc.ca/lanes/two-way-left-turn-lanes
Typically learning-drivers take training at the same time of the day. For example 6:30 pm right after work. This happens with most clients. But a large group of my clients are nervous, fearful, or post-crash drivers. Many take a gentler approach to learning spread over longer time spans. They also bring into the learning large […]
You drive 39km/h in a posted maximum 30 km/h speed zone. At 33 you fail. Watch those posts on the corner as you turn! 2. Failing to yield to a vehicle that has the right of way typically when making a left turn on a green light or when jumping into traffic on a right […]
First time I missed a 30 km/h in a school zone. I drove over the speed limit and failed. –SPEEDING The second time I missed seeing a pedestrian entering a crosswalk. The pedestrian was behind the steel beam that held up the roof of my car. –DANGEROUS ACTION The third time I did a three-point […]
The street was narrow. Parked cars beside us and a cement divider running down the entire roadway to my left. On the other side of this divider were two very narrow lanes with a yellow line in the middle-a two-way bike path. At the end of the block, a green circle sign with a black […]
So what happens after I pass the driving test? And why does shooting for a higher goal beyond the driving test help me on that test day? I remember when my friend told me he did 100 push-ups a day. To me, doing 20 was difficult. Then I met another friend who did 500 a […]
So far I have been into several new ICBC test centers: New Westminster 1320 3rd Avenue, 999 Kingsway Vancouver, and Coquitlam 100 Blue Mountain Street. Remember they don’t accept cash. Important things to remember on your test day: license backup id credit card bank card to pay (NO CASH AT THESE NEW CLAIMS CENTERS) stall […]
External distractions cause many drivers to get into trouble, such as cellphones, passengers, or driving past a recently smashed-up car. However, many of the drivers I work with struggle with internal distractions. Examiners are staring at my faults! Will the examiner confirm ‘good driver’ or ‘bad driver’? The examiner is not talking much and is […]
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Hi, I’m COOPER, and yes, I help new drivers. Come and together we will set you up with the basic core skills that you need to build a very strong foundation and a good, solid pathway to a future of calm Driving and solid awareness to drive safe for life. The best way to start […]
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I Believe in TransparencyBecause You Deserve the Truth When I started training drivers over 40+ years ago, I made a promise to myself: I’d never hide what I bring to the table. Driving isn’t just a skill—it’s a lifelong responsibility that can mean the difference between safety and tragedy. That’s why I’m stunned to see […]
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Frequently Asked Questions What makes Cooper Driving School different from other driver education programs? At Cooper Driving School, our focus is on personalized coaching that builds confidence, calmness, and real driving mastery. We emphasize four critical skills: Car Control, Traffic Laws, Social Aspects of Driving, and Recognizing Embedded Errors. These pillars ensure our clients learn […]
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Right turns need vigilant visual scanning to pass the test. Green means go but understand Waiting and Avoiding Confusion Enjoy this video about mastering right turn for your ICBC driving test. It’s your chance to showcase control, patience, and your “100% KNOWING” of everything around your car! Both setting up your positioning, tight to the […]
Driving can be a daunting challenge, particularly for those who have faced setbacks or negative experiences in the past. At Cooper’s Vancouver Driving School, my mission is to transform this anxiety into confidence and competence. Each student’s journey is unique, and I tailor my approach to meet their specific needs, ensuring you feel supported and […]
voice recording summarizing your incar practice is so important and effective—repetition is the mother of learning
Knowing what your four ties are doing on the road—gripping, slipping, and sliding, is so very critical for all driving situations long before trouble comes. Cold weather is creeping in fast, and with it comes a new challenge for drivers: cold rubber on cold pavement. This combination drastically reduces the traction you rely on to […]
