#53 - HGV Tips: Cornering and knowing when to turn

In this requested video I try to teach you about knowing when to turn to make a corner.

[@ashterfadgadget817]

Hi Hayley, passed my C+E at the first attempt today. Your videos - including this one, in particular- were a big help. Thank you and keep up the good work!

[@mchipelo]

I have to thank you for this video. During the first 3 driving lessons the thing I struggled the most was not to hit the kerb when turning (in my case, right - we drive in the opposite side of the road). I was driving it like a normal car, never crossing into the other side of the road..on narrow roads it was a recipe to kissing kerbs all day long. As I got used to the gear box (4+4 with knock over) and the rest of the lorry I got "extra" time to look at those side mirrors when turning but still, sometimes, I couldn't avoid the kerb. It was driving me crazy. I've had my driver’s license for 11 years now and only touched the kerb once.in the past 2 weeks I had touched it x15. After seeing this video I understood why I was touching the kerb so many times..the mind set for driving this cannot be the same as a normal car, you REALLY need all the space you can get when turning including, sometimes, part of the other side of the road. This was the key. Yesterday I had another lesson (2h) and not once I touched the kerb. A massive thanks for this.

[@colbancassian127]

I had yesterday my first driving lesson with an HGV and one thing has been haunting me for the last 24 hrs now: how the hell do I take corners with this thing? glad to see that practice will become intuition over time. my instructor didn't specify that I can use up as much road as I need in order to safely maneuver. After driving over 10 years with a small car, I have the instinct of constantly keeping my lane, but yea, watching you makes sense, you just can't keep every time your lane in a 9 m long truck.

[@carterozz]

You have just helped me massively, I scuffed 4 kerbs on my first day out in a 13 tonner, bless ya

[@bch5758]

Remember my instructor (when I did Class 1 with rigid and trailer) - saying when turning right., to wait for your shoulders to be in line with the middle of the road you are turning into, before starting the turn.. , as a rough guide 👍🏻

[@tonymarkey6525]

Top comment, ‘if the road’s there use it’. That sums it up. I think of it like riding my bike, gaining max visibility by staying wide where I can on a left hander, tight in on a right hander👍👍

[@beautifulsounds400]

that's BS. it's nothing like riding a bike but yes stay wide when turning

[@misstbutterfly883]

Wonderful advice my Truckie Sister! I'm about to go for my license... your tips are amazing and I thank you so much! 🙏❤️❤️♥️🥰

[@spinglemcspangle]

I'm currently doing my C+E from car and my first day (yesterday) was all guessing when to turn and didn't make much progress because either I thought I was wider then what I am or it looked like I was going to hit something when turning to my left. It's disheartening on my first day to of had it so stressful. Also I drive way too fast and that causes my cornering to feel stressful and cause prep problems. Glad to know it's not only me that thought I was going to hit something because it looks like I am really close to something when cornering. Good video, I will watch it again a few times before I start again next week.

[@A-Future-Champion]

Great video. No stupidness, just straight talking and to the point, appreciate that 👌🏽

[@aryanjafari6467]

One word, you are amazing. I keep learning from every single video you are making. Keep up the good work, and thanks very much.

[@pit_stop77]

Always watch where your back wheels are, that'll give you best clue when to turn and use all the road 👍

[@truckeralvarez5932]

I read all the comments before I made this comment, and yours is the only one 100% correct.

[@rogerletras]

Thank you 😃

[@goilee9716]

U mean the last wheels on the trailer at the back??? Thnx. Learning class 2 n struggling to corner. Thnx

[@altypeRR]

Love the Honda T shirt. Great little video for the newbies. I was always told to take more than you think you need, you can always give some back but it’s hard to take more.

[@oliverstack3074]

Great to see you back. Like a breath of clean spring air. Great vlogs.

[@paulcullen2537]

Thank you so much for this tutorial. It has helped me to pass my class 2 today. No bells or whistles. Just clear concise instructions. Keep up the good work 👍👍👍👍

[@loftyhtc]

Hi Hayley, started my training Monday with my tests on the Friday. Watch this video Tuesday, my instructor told me Thursday I wasn’t going to pass my test (three times) on the Friday so I watched this video again Thursday night. This morning my instructor still wasn’t confident with my driving. Took the reverse test, 1 shunt and passed. Then took the driving test - no minors, passed. Thanks so much for your videos they really did help me

[@TruckDriverHayley]

Congratulations on the pass 🎉🎉🥳. Glad the video helped. All the best to you 😊👍🏻

[@amandafereday7928]

That’s awful that your driving instructor said that and yes congratulations 🎉

[@scotty1004]

I'm just in the learning stage of my theory test so a long way to go but I'm watching a lot of your video's at night after work,the main reasons I like watching your videos are your very good at teaching and I work/drive around the places you drive around so I'm familiar with the roads

[@misstbutterfly883]

The more I watch, the more I learn.. and the more I'm laughing! Truly amazing advice Hayley, thank you so much, God Bless you ❤🙏

[@11carbuff19572011]

Yer a good girl Hayley. Love ya for this. It was not just an instructional video of yours, but a virtual ride round mine and your stamping ground. Spotted our local LIDL store, and the route into Wednesfield which I have done many times just lately aboard the #25 bus, even coming via Ashmore Park where most of my family have lived since before I was even born!! You've even shown me the spot where my mum used to work with my late Aunt, the late Jean Mary O'Toole (nee Giddins, 27.05.1942-27.02.2001), right there in Planetary Road from September 1975 to December 1982. You've even driven past the local Fire Station, 254, Bushbury Road where I have just lately helped to run a group there devoted to Autism in adults. That's lovely of ya Hayley. Really love ya for this. You're not just a local girl, you're a good girl and a friend to boot. The best instructional video I've seen of yours in recent months. Love ya. Great stuff, and love hearing from ya. A very good morning.

[@CoatsandGaiters]

Good to see you back Hayley. Hope your enjoying your bike still, though watch for those 'micro climates' that might be about.

[@andypinsky7419]

Hi Hayley I passed my class one test yesterday thought I would let you know this video helped me out no end thank you very much x

[@terawattz]

great video as a bus driver trying to get into hgv i found this video very helpfull.only diiference being is that our steering wheels are behind us, mirrors are our best mates..as i was told

[@2005norwi]

That mirror on the inside of the turn is my favourite and shall stay this way for the rest of my life😊 Thanx alot

[@Remi.M45]

thats why your explanations and the way you deliver your video is so well organised and smooth, its because you were a teacher! I m learning so much from your videos already, i have just gotten my HR licence in Perth Australia and leaving my profession which is nursing to heavy rigid driving. Im excited about it too.

[@mikeb3617]

Excellent video Hayley. Great advice! Nice to see you back on KZbin. Thanks for posting.

[@newhorizon247]

Unbelievably good explanations. Thank you, Hayley!!! So far you are definitely the best on KZbin.

[@davidhiley7684]

Hi, thank you for this video. It really helped me pass my class 2 on 01/02/22. Really appreciated!

[@TruckDriverHayley]

Congratulations on the pass 🎉🎉🎉. A big well done to you! 😊

[@yeager993]

Just passed my C category recently, the instructor I never calmly explained how to work the roundabouts and corners so I took to looking for tips online and came across your channel. You explained it better than they ever could. Thanks Hayley for the vid, helped me a lot 🥳

[@neilduran2335]

With cornering(Class 2) use as much road as you can and on the turn, the back axle wheels should be at the corner away from the kerb when turning left. For turning right, keep left and make a long turn over to the right. If the turn does not look achievable then try again from the opposite direction or try a different junction.

[@garrymcphee185]

I enjoyed the video Hailey I'm after my hgv class 2 for the 8 wheel tippers eventually to class 1 bulk tippers I can't wait to get started. I used to be a hospital nurse 20 years now I want to pursue my boy hood dream to become a lorry driver both my granddad and my dad drove them for years it's been in the blood I hope I do OK and that I make to where I want to be in the hgv industry the tippers is what I really want to do it's great to see woman driving them it proves its easier to get into hgv than it used to be hope your grand like your v log

[@napnaps7393]

Ahhh fellow community DN here! I quit nursing 3 months ago and just done my first day training in class 2! How are you getting on? Any closer or achieved your dream?

[@garrymcphee185]

@@napnaps7393 I'm on my way to do my class 1 H. G. V. in two weeks time my dream will be coming true finally. How's your class 2 coming along? X

[@williamfence566]

Great vlog . When I started I was cab hopping on agency driving all types of class2. vehicles . Different lengths / Overhangs / Steering locks etc . First 10 minutes or difficult junctions were nervous times but the practice was invaluable especially if the first job was to get it out of a packed yard and put it on a bay with everyone watching . Best advice I had :-" get a few moans if you are slow & check and take your time but it's a lot worse if you hit something "

[@willbowen4065]

Quite right, spot on!

[@rogerletras]

30:29 you're helpful. All of us are here to learn/appreciate. Thank you so much for your great tips.

[@TruckDriverHayley]

You're very welcome, I'm glad it may have helped you in some way :)

[@Togga4]

Superb. I've just given up corporate life to get into trucking. Nervous and excited to be getting into it. Your videos and advice are really helping settle the nerves. Thank you.

[@TruckDriverHayley]

Thank you. Good luck getting your licences. It's a good career but you've really got to find something within the industry that you like and it makes the difference. No two jobs are the same 😊

[@Togga4]

@@TruckDriverHayley wierd...I was also in the teaching world...strange how it all works out. I'm wanting to get into class 1 and do Supermarkets I think. Still, class 2 test on Thursday so one day at a time. Thanks again. Super helpful. 👌

[@deleoladimeji3799]

Going for my test soon- a bit nervous- but your video is so helpful. Thks

[@stevenparsons3894]

Great to see you back. You should keep your cameras just as you've set them up for this video. Excellent coverage with these locations.

[@andrewellison1203]

Hayley I love your videos thank you so much for putting them up and taking the time to do so hope you are keeping safe love👍

[@turgaydogan7279]

Thanks Hayley, I am going thru my bus driver training and this video helped me alot.

[@BlackTubers]

Happy 2021 Hayley .. glad to see you back, dropping gems! I am less than 10 minutes in, and I hope you mention the seating position and late turning because we be sitting on the front wheels

[@SeamusForde]

Thanks for the free lesson Hayley. 😊 More T junctions please, left and right turns. Glad to see you're becoming a real Trucker with the HUGE elevation of profanities... "Bloody thing"... 🤣

[@TruckDriverHayley]

I try to keep it polite for the videos :) haha

[@kevinthacker8349]

Thanks for taking the time to post. I’ve just past theory and hazard awareness tests. Now booked the training and test unfortunately can’t do it till January. Use to driver buses(10 years ago ) and doing 7.5 ton now so should be able to pick hgv2 up without too much trauma. Now passed my test 1st time.

[@tonycox5625]

Good to see you Hayley, have a great New Year! 😊

[@t.a.1240]

Hi , Hayley . Watched you video on tips yesterday . Passed Test today , its was really helpful . Thank you . x

[@TruckDriverHayley]

Congratulations, I'm glad it was helpful for you. All the best in finding your first job :)

[@alexvasques5254]

I wish I could have you as my instructor. You are just Awesome!!!

[@junhinoguinpayumo7468]

Awesome Video..im so amazed the way you are driving Ma'am.. stay safe..TO GOD BE THE GLORY!!!🙏🙏🙏...

[@dcblueeyez]

your videos are awesome and this has helped me, thank you 🙂

[@peterafif6485]

Hi , I’m all they way from Australia.. just want to say thanks for being a good teacher, your video helped me a lot

[@joeargyle9468]

Great video to watch Hayley, I'm starting my class 2 training in the new year and I think this video will help me loads. 👍

[@kingsleykaba5090]

Very helpful video Hayley ,many thanks

[@anilkumar-pc4oy]

Best video for lorry driving thanks Haley

[@russmadden7304]

Very helpful , thanks for the advice and tips 😎☮️👍

[@Wed_Keren]

No this and that straight to the point. Well done 👏 great educator

[@jamesmaosa2927]

You are a star I am going for my first driving tomorrow. I now believe that I just need to go and start and learn as I go. saeting here scared will not help me.

[@rogerbinny1996]

Good to see you back very informative video . Stay safe and Healthy ..

[@smokie01uk]

Really enjoyed your video, great tips 👍

[@gnothiseauton8684]

Thanks - appreciate your videos and efforts-start training tomorrow and test Friday 🤞

[@bbc20231]

Good video. I passed my test 2 months ago and have had 2 accidents reversing. Im feeling very deflated, but i know i can improve.

[@hassaanmahmood185]

Very helpful and informative video all I can say is big THANKS

[@napnaps7393]

Finally after a year waiting! I done my 1st day training in class 2! It was great! Scary as I could appreciate how BIG these bad boys are up close compared to just driving past one. I clipped the kerb 2x but my reverse was pretty much on point! I am struggling with corners though, this video helped a lot! I’m soaking in the bath now because I was tense all day driving I’m starting to ache 🤣 I have 4 more days left 🤞 I pass!!! Thanks Hayley!

[@emjr369]

Congratulations!

[@fifthoarsmanoftheacropolis4173]

Good to see you back Hayley. Nice video for newbies ! Good simple explanations ( thats the teacher in you ). The way i learned was that the back axle is lazy & will cut every corner, so the front axle has to work extra to compensate. After a while it becomes instinctive and natural & you don't need to watch so hard - just the usual safety checks.....and depending on the truck, check the opposite side for the rear overhang (my current truck has an extra long body on a standard-wheelbase chassis) One other thing I would add......while sweeping wide at junctions & roundabouts be extra vigilant for impatient morons in cars, bikes & cycles that see a gap and make a lunge for it.....because they are often too stupid to work out that a truck needs that extra space to turn

[@TruckDriverHayley]

That's a great way of explaining it too. And you're right about the morons! Thanks Winston :)

[@malcolmgreenway8486]

Nice to see you Hayley it's all about mirrors your right see you soon

[@stevenfernandes7285]

Really helpful video, thanks Hayley 👍🏽

[@andrewvego9348]

I loved the way you teach Maam shout out from Philippines drive safe always stay safe...😍😘😘

[@leehookerstein]

Welcome back sweetie!! Always happy to see your face show up on my subscriptions!! Love this video. I remember this issue on my one hour test session to see how many lessons I need. Like everyone else, still waiting for my bloody theory tests...next one booked for March but doubt they’ll be open. Glad your safe and sound and can’t wait for the next video.

[@TruckDriverHayley]

Good luck when you finally get a chance! :)

[@dwaine1]

I start my class 2 lessons tomorrow, this has helped me prepare. Thank you so much for this video

[@bostedtap8399]

Hi, good to see you back working the camera 📹. Useful vlog, here's to a better MMXXI. Stay safe all and thanks for sharing. Best regards from the Black Country. John.

[@bostedtap8399]

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[@bostedtap8399]

@@keving9157 No problem, may I suggest, click on the three dots, Edit, select all text, copy, then paste as anew comment. Then go back to delete the original; ask me how I know?. Lol.

[@keving9157]

@@bostedtap8399 I had to delete it all. No problem, it wasn't much anyway. I can post another comment. Thanks for your help and understanding.

[@Alan-zy2kp]

Thanks Hayley , new sub and I sit my test in 10 days. This was really helpful and I will check out your other clips 🙏

[@stevegroom86]

Thank you for thee videos..found very helpful. Also right by my house

[@matvink1035]

Thanx for another instructive experience 🙂

[@besafe5969]

Your explanation was the best

[@ThePassandgoaway]

I trained at a place called flt training they were dreadful and didnt teach me anything like this, i was totally unprepared for my test, my instructor was more interested in using his phone, thanks for this

[@thugguyuk]

Love ur videos got my training soon

[@tiagosantos-cl3jl]

thanks for you sharing your experience ..kind regards from portugal

[@katieshaw6229]

Good to watch videos like this and see from a drivers point of view. I'm doing my class 2 and failed a 2nd test this week (through my own stupid fault getting in the wrong lane) Every time I went to turn into a road on my lessons it gave me butterflies panicing I won't get in 🤦🏼‍♀️

[@jockforster]

3rd time lucky 🍀 go for it!

[@TruckDriverHayley]

Good luck with the re-test. You can do it, don't give up 😊🚛💨

[@caerleon9176]

Happy New Year Hayley! Nice video about town driving and positioning. Saw that Red car nearly become a hood ornament on the roundabout.

[@TruckDriverHayley]

Yes it did. They're so impatient! :)

[@steveblick168]

One point that i don't recall you mentioning bab, is the tail swing when turning right. This was more evident at 21:45 and although it wasn't a issue, it could cause problems if there are larger vehicles on your inside. The whole vlog was superbly put though and has hopefully given wannabe new drivers an excellent input of how to position the lorry during the lessons. Obviously, your instructor is there to give you tips and advice and you will get it wrong at first ( clipping the kerb etc ) but it becomes second nature after a day or so and like you said Hayley, the more you do it, the less you have to think of how to take corners & islands.

[@TruckDriverHayley]

A great point there Steve and something I did forget to mention. Oops! :)

[@optikal101]

Is that because the tail swings into the other lane? If there is something in the way what would you do? Adjust the position or wait for the big thing to pass by before making your turn?

[@edmundtse9736]

thank you, I am going to take the HGV training course soonly.

[@seelan72]

Excellent videos Hailey. How easy it looks. Yesterday I couldn't pass my PCV test. I'll keep watching and try.

[@TruckDriverHayley]

Sorry it didn't work out - don't give up🤞🏼🍀

[@the_djdk]

This is a great video. Wish you were my instructor!! Thank you.

[@marknucita8284]

Great Vlogg detailed clear information

[@neilarmitage6632]

Really good videos thanks 👍

[@LA-fr7fx]

Thank you 👍👍

[@hussainusmani9008]

You gave good advice . its might help me as well. Next week oa my exam

[@mrj8856]

Brilliant. Thanks

[@kyle07871323519]

I love driving my class 2 lorry So much fun. I’ve gave people a little freight at temp traffic lights where the works are on the left Coming head on with a car waiting at the red and then turning at the last moment in order not to hit the cones Love it It comes naturally I turn a lorry differently to how I turn a car or a van. It’s just a natural thing

[@royjones4690]

Thanks Hayley, trying to get through me training... Cheers

[@belvaromacani5798]

Thank you for this video

[@lorry7509]

Another good vlog

[@ryanhumphries1377]

Think it was me that asked ? X glad to see you back hope your keepin well missed you x

[@TruckDriverHayley]

You and one other person I think. Sorry couldn't find the comments when I was editing. I hope you're keeping well too :)

[@farzadsaremi66]

I love it thanks 👍👍🙏🙏

[@raspingrabbit2379]

Just passed my class 2 test a few weeks ago. Clean run with no minors 👍🏼 I can still hear my instructor saying ‘dominate the road’ I was overthinking things like steering before I started but as soon as I got behind the wheel it just kind of made sense.

[@TruckDriverHayley]

Congratulations on the pass... Very impressive to have no minors! :)

[@raspingrabbit2379]

@@TruckDriverHayley thanks. I was more shocked at getting no minors than I was about passing. I think it helped that the examiner was really nice, we just spent the whole time chatting so I was very relaxed.

[@richpurslow3283]

Great vid

[@dand5963]

Thank you good video

[@patrickkennedy8778]

You will make a great.driving instructor.

[@davidlang1671]

My first time today and first lesson on the road ,exactly what you said mirrors,take it slow ,use all the road, Hooe it clicks better next lesson thanks

[@jbunn2070]

Mirrors mirrors mirrors and you can’t go wrong 👍🏻😎

[@DarkRaven1999]

Hey Hayley. You’re driving the test route what I had to do with GTG Wolverhampton. The Featherstone/Wednesfield route. There are some right tight turns in that area. Straight away I knew that area haha.

[@steveblick168]

Same here ! My was done through British HGV Training Group at Cannock and one of my mates had his done in Aldridge but we both had the tests at Featherstone, so i don't think the route alters much if your test is based there.

[@TruckDriverHayley]

That's right, some of the roads crop up in a few of the routes. I did my test in the same area too... :)

[@DarkRaven1999]

@@TruckDriverHayley who did you pass with?😁

[@TruckDriverHayley]

That's a secret for now... I'm hoping they may want to work with me in the future :)

[@jason6347]

Great videos and very helpful . But here in Dublin doing the lessons on a rigid if you keep too wide whilst turning left you will get marked for this each time as a minor blue x on your test as they say it takes to long to correct yourself and no need to go out so far but I can totally see where you’re coming from Makes more sense because you obviously run the risk of back wheel hitting the path I’ve my test 29th this month 12 hours under the belt but I think the company who is learning me is not the best every time I do a lesson I’m with somebody completely different aswell which I don’t think helps🙈 .

[@eg348]

@jason6347 Which company? I've been looking some up and wondering which to go for (next year). How did the test go?

[@zerosub9450]

Thank you

[@waynehammerton5698]

Lovely to see you again Hayley I thought that you had emigrated to Birmingham 😂😂

[@TruckDriverHayley]

Oh god, don't say that! Haha. Hope you're well Wayne :)

[@waynehammerton5698]

I'm absolutely fine thanks Hayley good to hear that your doing well

[@stefankaradzhov9488]

Very helpful

[@MarkAdam-dw7xq]

I recognised this place,its wolverhampton where i was learning to drive a hgv