I passed my driving test yesterday but I’m not going to stop watching these videos, I gotta keep learning
@Jac704 ай бұрын
Ahh, a new journey. Shame that we won't see Emily's progress but I like to see how learner's develop.
@ANAS-CRAFTS4 ай бұрын
We'll miss Emily. What an absolute legend. This is like a good series that got canceled halfway. Definitely curious about James journey though!
@jzhu6233 ай бұрын
We need closure!
@Dandyli0n83 ай бұрын
Passed my test today first time with 6 minors 🎉 I didn't think I'd manage it because I got the test at short notice before I was ready. Thanks Richard for your videos which have really helped me stay calm and get test ready
@AlbertSquareAfterDark4 ай бұрын
“Is anyone driving towards my door?” Wow. Penny just dropped with that one. If they’re driving towards my door, I give way. Thank you!
@youlookcrazy2 ай бұрын
I'm 42 years old and I've been learning for a few months, found your videos recently and they're helping to supplement my weekly lessons! Thank you Richard!
@Teverell2 ай бұрын
There's a double mini-roundabout near where I used to live in Rainham (Kent!) and on one lesson I took the first exit then the second to stay on the main road. I was steering round the second one and the instructor misjudged where the car was positioned, thinking I was more right than I was and took control of the steering... just enough for us to bump the kerb. Everyone makes mistakes at times. James is doing well - it's a shame Emily couldn't have more lessons with you, she was great but that's what happens sometimes when life gets in the way!
@dragodelchaos4 ай бұрын
Got my license a few weeks ago but I don't see why I should stop watching your videeeos. An absolute blessing, thanks.
@TheCatBilbo4 ай бұрын
Absolutely, if you ever think "I know it all about driving" it's a mistake! I've never stopped learning new ideas, better ways to do things. Enjoy your driving 😊
@antisocialgamer15994 ай бұрын
I passed in 2022 and still watch.
@TheFlissT3 ай бұрын
I can finally say that I’m part of the pass club!! I passed first time yesterday. It feels like a dream, can’t believe it 😂 your videos have been so helpful. Thank you!!
@ConquerDriving3 ай бұрын
That's fantastic news! Thank you for watching and congratulations on passing!
@MT-dn4tu4 ай бұрын
I've got my test in nine days. I've just been binging these videos to calm my nerves. Wish me luck.
@Tim_09064 ай бұрын
Good luck! 🍀 You can do this😉
@ZaHRa-cc5fi4 ай бұрын
Good luck
@ConquerDriving4 ай бұрын
Good luck!
@faithbabirye99804 ай бұрын
Good luck
@MT-dn4tu3 ай бұрын
@@ConquerDriving Thanks, everyone. I passed first time today with 1 minor for adjusting on the manoeuvre. Thanks for all that you do, Richard. I honestly don't think I could have done it without the extra support from your videos. :)
@jayjaybeebee52844 ай бұрын
I can also boldly say that I just passed my driving test today, with 4 minors, without using any instructor, just watching your videos alongside DGN driving too. It was my 5th attempt, tho. Good luck to everyone still struggling out there
@muthukalirajan93803 ай бұрын
I passed today with 0 minors in first time . All credit goes to you . I just watch your videos and followed your advice. Thanks 😮
@SJRice3 ай бұрын
Passed my driving test today with only 1 driving fault! Many thanks to you and a couple of other instructors on YT for such informative videos!
@WayneTulip-zm9gw4 ай бұрын
You’re a very good learner driver, very smooth and very calm, and Richard, you’re a brilliant instructor, very calm but also very encouraging and never shouty. 🙃
@Zirc7233 ай бұрын
I’ve been watching your videos and it helps me a lot on improving. I have my test next month, I’m a little nervous but not to a point that I breakdown. Yesterday on my driving lessons, my instructor said my hazard perception and awareness was razor sharp with my commentary driving that I even spotted hazard much further away and quicker than him. He was sipping and enjoying his cup of tea in the car during the lesson which is a good sign. Good luck to me.
@blessingkumona-tz3tb4 ай бұрын
Thank you Richard. Your videos have been a blessing and breakthrough for me. I passed my test 5 days ago on my 2nd attempt. I leant a lot from this channel. Thank and keep it up. Will keep supporting this channel 🎉
@ConquerDriving4 ай бұрын
That's fantastic news! Thank you for watching and congratulations on passing!
@twang54464 ай бұрын
Congrats mate!
@sairamramanan24273 ай бұрын
I passed my test 2nd time yesterday with 4 minors. Your videos were of massive help. Thanks for all the time you put in to make these videos Richard 🙏🏻😊 I will still stay subscribed, it is a pleasure watching you driving the Seat
@beyou21333 ай бұрын
James is adorable, and you're such a good teacher. I look forward to following his progress! :)
@ArcTV.4 ай бұрын
Always like these sort of videos where we can see your teaching in action, kudos to the learners letting us in to their lessons too!
@randomgirlx94993 ай бұрын
Omg this literally is me lol!!! I’m exactly the same and felt like I just didn’t understand who I was giving way to and who was my shield, I watched the video you did on mini roundabouts the animation one and oh my goodness!!! My next lesson I never felt so confident and sure of my decisions! I never felt like I understood it more like wow I really just got it thanks to your videos!! I’ve had 40 hours of lessons in 2 years!! Still was so unsure on those things but your videos have helped me so much!!
@ChrisCaaa4 ай бұрын
Brilliant instructor, so much feedback, information and constant confidence building encouragement.
@SECURITY854 ай бұрын
We have a double mini roundabout by me, my first instructor never really explained it properly so i hated it. My new instructor broke it down really well and said it’s essential 2 single mini roundabouts joined up, and to tackle them one at a time, we drove a loop around it a few times and I’m a lot more comfortable with it now
@Arcangeline4 ай бұрын
I like this guy, Emily could be a bit too stressed but he seems really thoughtful. I still enjoy watching these videos even as a driver.
@leeburman67964 ай бұрын
Watched your video before my test this morning about the width of the car. It was absolutely invaluable and I have just passed my test with one minor. Absolutely brilliant tips and tricks
@voguegirl22184 ай бұрын
I like that this guy explains things in simple terms and why. He's very understanding and helpful.
@sharpeyyy4 ай бұрын
Hi Richard, I just wanted to message to say thank you for all the incredible videos you put out for free. I watched through your first few videos with Emily before I started to learn how to drive, and passed my exam today mostly thanks to your videos - I never would have understood manual gearboxes and clutches otherwise! You're definitely one of the most underrated channels on youtube, and I wish you all the best in the future :)
@dutty15494 ай бұрын
I passed 3 weeks ago and have been driving fine but always watching your videos Richard as you're always learning. You're always a great help for me to brush up on any rough spots! :)
@daviemac99254 ай бұрын
Nice to meet you James, you're doing really well. Mini Roundabouts can be more intimidating than the big ones, because there isn't as much space, you'll get the hang of them.I hope You'll be in some videos with Richard. Richard, thanks for the update on Emily, I'm going to miss Her. I think She was much better than She thought She was.
@ConquerDriving4 ай бұрын
I agree.
@diamonman774 ай бұрын
mini roundabouts are one of those areas where I think experiance plays the biggest part, learnign to read other vehicles "body langauge" is key once you know the basic rules, took me a while back when I was learning
@MrAsgard644 ай бұрын
I am 60 and taking driving lessons, I know better late than never. I really enjoy watching these videos and find them helpful, my driving instructor said my driving is excellent. My only issue is roundabouts in all shapes and forms, I recently took my test and unfortunatly failed due to me feeling anxious when approching roundabout. I am on the verge of giving up.
@kristinagruzdeva38483 ай бұрын
Thank you for the simple explanation, Richard! I passed my test on Thursday thanks to your videos
@NinjahDuk4 ай бұрын
I've been watching since about December, and learning since mid January now . I've got my theory booked for the 21st of this month, but I still find these videos helpful, especially this one because I also get confused at mini roundabouts sometimes. There's one we've done a few times now with 2 literally on each other, it's such a weird experience to drive on because there's a bit of a void between the two of them where there's a give way line, and on top of that it's a really tight space too. In general, I think watching other people learn has been very beneficial overall, and I'm lucky to have an instructor who is as chill and instructive as you are.
@jonpiercy94573 ай бұрын
Hiya, your videos are very helpful. I'm currently working towards my part 3 and watching you teach supports that, thanks.
@edwardbellamy74354 ай бұрын
I passed my test today! Thank you for your videos they help greatly.
@captainstardust2904 ай бұрын
Thanks Richard! Recently had a lesson on mini-roundabouts and I struggled so much that it made me lose confidence. Love your videos :)
@MarvelloPerdana3 ай бұрын
Sad to see Emily is gone and we can't see her driving progress. Hope we could see her and James in a mock test with Colin someday in the future, that would be fun innit? 😅
@anthonydoyle723 ай бұрын
Just passed my test but still feel im looking in the wrong place, this can definetly help
@johnkeepin75274 ай бұрын
Good job, well done. The various roundabout layouts are quite typical, and as shown many of the painted ones are in odd places in liue of T junctions, in such a way that they can’t really be driven round as if they were raised surfaces, even in cars (and not at all in PSVs etc). Sometimes it’s worth being aware of the local practice in some places as well. There are often those who might apparently nip out in front, perhaps with mistakenly guessing the timing of other things. Occasionally in heavy traffic it can be useful to negotiate with opposite direction moves to let them take precedence to assist the flow as well, rather like T junctions where someone wants to turn right in the opposite direction. No point in racing through just to join the queue.
@cerifiedszn4 ай бұрын
This is perfect, I have my mock test Friday and roundabouts/ mini roundabouts is about the last thing I'm really not 100% on
@brianuuuSonicReborn4 ай бұрын
New lesson videos! It's been a while Still fun to watch after passing the test
@CC-yc2nn4 ай бұрын
Love your videos. I have recommended them to my son who is very hesitant in learning to drive.
@o2a9434 ай бұрын
Thanks a lot ! The mini-roundabout was quite confusing to me before that. I give way to my door.
@NOSHEDMANTIS4 ай бұрын
Nice to see James learning, I'm also learning at the moment. How far into his lessons is he? I've got my test in less than 2 weeks!
@JoshAston233 ай бұрын
How many hours has James done at this point? Seems very composed and confident enough to make his decisions early, but also adapting when he needs to. Haven't watched any other vids of him yet but looks like a great driver!
@andrewbush653 ай бұрын
Although the HC says we MUST drive around the central disc of a mini roundabout, some of the mini roundabouts in the Kingswood Bristol test area are poorly laid out and avoiding the central disc will make approaching vehicles believe you are taking the second exit straight on instead of the third exit right and pull out in front of you, despite your clear signal. On these, we take a 'natural path' to not mislead other vehicles. I've never had a single driving fault on test for doing this.
@lmusima32754 ай бұрын
Great video. I wish I could book some lessons with you. As a learner driver I struggle with similar things as this driver. Hope to conquer my driving skills this time to pass the test
@Nymphai17023 ай бұрын
I almost got dizzy from all the roundabouts
@another_coding_channel_argh4 ай бұрын
20:16, I can feel that instructor's satisfaction there Richard 😂😂😂
@coloradostatesenatorsteven74434 ай бұрын
I literally have a lesson today about minis. mental timing
@panther94504 ай бұрын
Yay 😊😊😊 Been waiting all day for this lol
@sharonndasaka14193 ай бұрын
Thank you helpful videos tips am still learning wish u were my instructor
@vivienclogger4 ай бұрын
At the start, you came out of Bourne Road to Mersea Road. Up Mersea Road, past the newly demolished BP station (and yes, it's a nightmare roundabout because of the BP exit) then up to the Mersea shops, complete with additional shop exit AND the zebra crossing. The BP garage, btw, will be rebuilt with a M&S store, so that junction will only get worse. Then down Berechurch Hall Road, past the street where I live and over those unnecessarily large roundabouts when I'm sure the minis would do. At the end of BH Road are those dodgy pot holed roundabouts (now sorted) then down Gosbecks and Straight Road. This is a nice easy one - it's basically taking me to work. And as for Straight Road - the weird thing about mini roundabouts is that sometimes you actually don't drive around them.... 'Old' Dom is doing really well at work btw - he recently scored a big order for the store. And he's also got the car fixed and is driving to work. He said how generous you were as an instructor - I just wish my instructor had been as good as you are - I might not have taken 5 attempts to pass...
@ConquerDriving4 ай бұрын
Good to hear Dom is doing well and intersting to know that it will become an Marks and Spencer shop.
@NwaHp34 ай бұрын
Ricky...will you be mad at me if I told you that I stop your videos at "car insurance" ? Great lesson and love the door method... I always thought you crossed your legs until today.... life will never be the same!
@juemckool4 ай бұрын
6.21. left indicator NOt necessary as it's ahead first exit and the other car understands a turn because signalling right and position right.n
@KindredBrujah4 ай бұрын
Except that lots of people don't indicate, and indicating left will provide surety that you are doing what it seems like you're doing. Finding reasons not to indicate is a good way to end up rarely indicating.
@juemckool4 ай бұрын
@@KindredBrujah I agree if a turn was done. But first ahead doesn't need a signal.
@WayneTulip-zm9gw4 ай бұрын
I think many people forget that stopping is prohibited on any length of road that has double white lines.
@Julian-hx9yp4 ай бұрын
Thanks Richard 👍
@crisp9104 ай бұрын
It's the Jamie James face reveal!
@ehtech_4 ай бұрын
lol
@ninab.68264 ай бұрын
Very helpful, thank you.
@davidrumming47343 ай бұрын
Still only 50% thru the video… Just a couple of little things.. Some of the painted dot roundabouts are retro fitted into what were junctions + the junction entrance & exit not modified…a number of these where I live can’t be driven around due to space, even in say a fiesta….the only ones that might do it are the smart for two. When approaching & entering a roundabout, use a wide view to check everything….dont target fixate on one car to your right. With bigger not-so mini roundabouts, people will go right the way round. Some not-so mini roundabouts have hedges or whatever on them blocking your diagonal view….so watch for cars going right the way round. And with all, some people will pull in front of you from the left….even tho they should stop for you. Nice to see the progression thru that video. Good flow toward the end and good anticipation with the obstructed crossings.
@gitsannjuguna62503 ай бұрын
Any video on a roundabout within a roundabout?
@ZachRussell.W4 ай бұрын
Just passed today ! 0 faults, first try !
@anthony212163 ай бұрын
Do you have to apply a hand break when stopping at a zebra crossing ? 🤔
@ClearTipsMedia3 ай бұрын
Can u do a video on how to deal with ambulance on roundabouts?
@zackaplowitz3 ай бұрын
5:24 interesting to hear you say that you have to wait for pedestrians to completely clear the crossing. I don't see this mentioned in the highway code anywhere, and to me it seems unnecessary and will make people behind impatient. I start to move off as soon as the pedestrian is well clear (about 1.5m) of my path.
@mlx399963 ай бұрын
time to learn then! be safer and more courteous
@zackaplowitz3 ай бұрын
@@mlx39996 I disagree, it makes no difference to safety or the pedestrian’s comfort if I move off when they’re still in the road but way on the other side of the crossing
@KenzyJce28 күн бұрын
Im scared that they may not be indicating but still might be going right and not straight and therefore if i went because they are not indicating i would make rhem brake?
@mirke_884 ай бұрын
Can you do how to judge distance from the car in front and behind when parking?
@MannyCk3 ай бұрын
Pass first time from Bradford West Yorkshire
@milesbashford77654 ай бұрын
Love video
@dogastus4 ай бұрын
I don't like relying on people's indicators. I tend to make sure they're going where they're indicating before proceeding.
@DynamicMateTV3 ай бұрын
I want to teach driving! Not sure hire i feel about if my student crashes on a busy road 😅😅
@YT_Rezy3 ай бұрын
I would love to have you as my instructor
@muckylugs4 ай бұрын
The problem with any roundabouts is that hardly anyone indicates so you have to guess which bloody way those inconsiderate tossers are going or they just straight line 2 lane roundabouts so you cannot enter into the empty lane!
@user-sk9cf5hr2v4 ай бұрын
Hey did you have a video on how to know when to start slowing down at the red light ? That’s one of the things I struggle on , and if you don’t have it then can you do a video on it? Please ?
@ConquerDriving4 ай бұрын
This video may help: kzbin.info/www/bejne/mV7bgGejdt5lidksi=sAGMITf5BeMqpI6J
@ferguszade55943 ай бұрын
Bit of a random question. A couple of junctions near where I live have Give Way signs but Solid Stop line and Stop written on road. What is the correct action to take here?
@spacejazz62723 ай бұрын
stopping is the correct action
@ferguszade55943 ай бұрын
@@spacejazz6272 thank you
@somethingpeculiarthistime4 ай бұрын
Mini-Roundabouts seem like a very British thing, or are they popular elsewhere too? In Finland even the smaller roundabouts have a raised middle section.
@ArcTV.4 ай бұрын
It's predominantly a British thing yes but lots of other countries do have them, not as popular, but they exist in other countries for sure.
@nghoiyu4 ай бұрын
A mini-roundabout just next to the British Consulate in Hong Kong :P maps.app.goo.gl/GA2S7T55QkkNnfN5A
@Mustefa23 ай бұрын
Hi Richard, What cameras are you using
@HyunAOP4 ай бұрын
That car ar 22:38 was hella unsafe lmao
@Nelrow093 ай бұрын
What happened to Emily ?
@saeeepia3 ай бұрын
What is Shield?
@spangle4 ай бұрын
All this time, I thought you were crossing your legs 😆
@Danielfiks3 ай бұрын
I remember those, hated them.
@hayleydean26726 күн бұрын
What is a shield? Never heard this terminology
@AleX-ey5ej2 күн бұрын
Cars that block the cars that you were supposed to give way
@Jiayne13354 ай бұрын
the only real issue with mini roundabouts are the idiots who drive straight over them as if they are not there.
@KindredBrujah4 ай бұрын
Good example being the Merc in this very video. In their slight defence, the entrance to the shops is closer to their side of the mini roundabout, but you still aren't allowed to do that on a regular roundabout, so I'm pretty sure you're not on a mini one either.
@6sicSIX4 ай бұрын
I got a minor fault for not looking left at that petrol station lol (coming from the other direction). Passed first time though 😊
@Mr.Agnostos3 ай бұрын
Why is there no obstacle in the middle? Would stop a lot of people from taking a shortcut.
@simongreenidge64542 ай бұрын
Unfortunately many of the smallest roundabouts cannot be safely negotiated without the car driving over a part of the painted white circle middle. Even more so for larger vehicles like vans.
@Mr.Agnostos2 ай бұрын
@@simongreenidge6454 makes sense, I guess bigger roundabouts are not an option? (I’ve never seen mini roundabouts in the Netherlands)
@simongreenidge64542 ай бұрын
@@Mr.Agnostos The smallest "roundabouts" appear to have been originally "T" junctions where 3 roads meet. I assume that years later it was decided that traffic flow would be improved by applying the "give way" rules of a RA. I suppose the authorities did not have the budget to properly rebuild the junction as a RA. It is a learning experience for drivers to realise that these tiny RAs don't have the space to be used correctly.
@anuneu47224 ай бұрын
Hi james
@WayneTulip-zm9gw4 ай бұрын
If you break down on a clear way would you get fined? I’d like to think not as it’s not your fault if you break down.
@fifaboy93414 ай бұрын
Where’s Emily?
@drtgaming61834 ай бұрын
What happend to emily did she find another instructor?
@taaaizA4 ай бұрын
Day 3 : Asking Richard to do a recreational drift video
@ben10kclub4 ай бұрын
Petition to get Emily back
@Sharon-cl6rs4 ай бұрын
I can do the mini roundabouts better than the bigger ones
@Lincoln-rx3mt3 ай бұрын
Bring back Emily
@Lincoln-rx3mt3 ай бұрын
bring back Emily
@st200ol4 ай бұрын
Petrol station will probably be replaced by a EV charging forecourt, EVs are the future, I've been told.