Y Junctions driving lesson - UK

[@georgedowns4034]

After a lot of watching your videos, I have recently passed my test! It honestly feels so good to have that freedom. Thank you for the awesome videos you post 👍

[@ConquerDriving]

That's great to hear, congratulations on passing!

[@georgedowns4034]

@@ConquerDriving thx tho the cost of petrol is shocking lol

[@B27397]

Is it that hard as I’ve done about 28 hours of lessons with some breaks but not big ones and hope to do a test in a bout a month and need to work on roundabouts and do parallel parking

[@B27397]

And stuff like that

[@georgedowns4034]

@@B27397 roundabouts u gotta remember to give way to right and not drift into other lanes. Parallel parking, for me at least was awkward af at first but try to remember 1, 2, 1- 1 turn left, 2 turns right and 1 turn left and the reference points. Other stuff is always be observant for speed limit signs but only do the limit if it is safe to do so. Finally, use ur mirrors and indicators every time u change direction or complete a maneuver. Once u get used to this, it's not that hard and I felt the test to be more relaxed than I thought. If u keep practicing and applying common sense, u will be fine 👍

[@charlotteoleary196]

This is really helpful. We have a Y junction near me and so many people treat it as a curve in the road and don't stop to give way - you need to stop and properly twist round to see any oncoming traffic on your right. But if you do this you tend to get honked from behind. I've had two friends both flip their cars over at that junction by taking it as a corner, and a motorcyclist died there as he was doing 99mph and couldn't stop in time for a car that was pulling out. This video is a great reminder that I am doing it right, no matter who honks me.

[@ConquerDriving]

I agree, it's important to do things at your own pace, even if you're under pressure.

[@jamestorrens645]

I've been meaning to say this for a while now, but on January 11th I passed my driving test first time. I live in Australia, but the UK and Australia tests (and driving in general) are similar enough that your videos really helped me with the learning process. Cheers man, you're a legend.

[@ConquerDriving]

Congratulations on passing!

[@mohtasimhasan2353]

Thank you for these videos, I just passed in Colchester on the 5th with only 1 minor, and these videos were essential for that👍

[@Mike-zz5kz]

I don’t watch your videos for a driving test; I watch them because they are really enjoyable and informative.

[@Wraith_Pheonix]

Thank you so much for your quality lessons. Viewing your videos multiple times help me pass my driving exam first try, even if I'm in Romania. The combination of home studying and practice in the city with my wonderful instructor help me achieve an unexpected great outcome.

[@ConquerDriving]

Congratulations on passing!

[@heatherbarclay1560]

Passed today with 3 minors, pretty sure I’ve watched all your vids at least 3 times🤣 but honestly they helped so much, thank ya Richard! 😆😆

[@ConquerDriving]

That's great to hear, congratulations on passing!

[@terrybailey4622]

Fabulous info as always...I have my first driving lesson booked for Thursday at last!! Fortunately I have my own car to get some road miles in with family sitting with me. I have been taking notes from your videos Richard I hope my driving instructor is as good as you!! You have a calming influence xxxThankyou for sharing...

[@ConquerDriving]

Thank you, I hope your lesson goes well.

[@MianCowell]

Passed my test with 1 minor yesterday (following too close). I can say without doubt that your videos helped me pass.

[@ConquerDriving]

That's great to hear, congratulations on passing!

[@MianCowell]

@@ConquerDriving Do you have a Ko-Fi account or something so I can slip you a gift?

[@porcupine460]

Great video. That junction coming down from Peldon is a right pain, especially given that the grass on the green sometimes gets so long that you just can’t see from the driver’s seat at all even at the junction. That’s where a passenger comes in handy!

[@beeeffel4499]

I'm 5 lessons into my second lot of driving lessons (after an 18 year break!) and the last one was the first time I drove all the way home at the end. I usually swap seats and my instructor drives back. There's a steep downhill road with a Y junction at the end to turn into my street and I learned the hard way about lack of visibility last week, plus it was dark and raining really hard too. At least now I've revised it with this video and know how to approach it for next time!

[@paulqadi]

Another Excellent Video. Thank you Richard. I share your videos to my learners AND PDI'S.

[@sk00770]

You've really helped me pass my test! Thanks a million, mate

[@ConquerDriving]

That's great to hear, congratulations on passing!

[@benwilliams41]

I’m just learing do drive along with starting driving lesson you are very helpful and straight to the point about all things car even the little things like tyres filling up petrol and coolant thank you

[@SeanWithaFada]

Just passed my test last thursday, first try with no minor faults. Learned a whole lot from your videos, some things were either not explained as well by my instructor or they didn’t mention them at all, would’ve definitely preferred to have you as my instructor if it was possible. Anyway thanks for all the help and i’ll be continuing to watch the videos to keep on learning :)

[@ConquerDriving]

That's great to hear! Congratulations on passing!

[@james9958]

That's really helpful, Y junctions can always be a bit tricky seeing if its clear or not.

[@AliAbdolrahimi-p9k]

Start to watch your videos, and thank God I find them !!! WoW love it

[@i_amscarface_the_legend9744]

Thank u for the video! Nice advice how to deal with Y Junctions, i always feel uncomfortable with those Junctions !

[@matty1814]

Great video once again Richard! I love this video in particular, because it's a small insight into my life as a truck driver. The whole idea of your position sometimes throwing people off, and needing to sometimes cut the lanes because of lack of space. And let me tell you, I thought these Y junctions were awful in my car, they're an absolute nightmare at times in a class 1 truck haha

[@ConquerDriving]

I've only experienced them in a van so I can believe how bad they are in a truck.

[@meetavaishnav2740]

Hey,I passed my test on 11th February 2022 after watching your videos,they were really helpful...thanks! Can you please make a video on how to improve the skill of driving and get some confidence in your own car after passing the test? It will be very helpful for may people...😜

[@ConquerDriving]

Congratulations on passing! Thank you for your suggestion, I'll have a think.

[@allyrai13]

So I failed my first driving lesson today as I didn’t go into the right hand lane on a one way street to turn right and I turned right from the left lane 😫 going to rebook soon as I can find a date! But love your videos thanks 😊

[@ConquerDriving]

I'm sorry to hear that, I've had a pupil do that before. The key to solving that issue is to try and focus more on the road signs and markings. I'm sure you know that though. Good luck with your next test.

[@allyrai13]

@@ConquerDriving thank you yes I will now focus on the signs and road markings more. Hope I pass next test thank you so much for replying 😀

[@mathewchan503]

nice solution for the y junction

[@micheals1992]

There's a Y junction near where I live with the left hand side being a blind corner and you're joining a main 60mph A road so it's busy and fast. Its quite open on the approach though so generally I try getting a rolling start at 10mph if possible as a standstill emerge generally means if somebody comes around the blind corner just after you've pulled out they end up right up your arse if they're going too quick

[@redixfix1784]

He’s back again 👀❤️

[@ConquerDriving]

First comment.

[@aliaujoseph5592]

The video is 👍 you have really helped us, Thanks 🙏 Alot, ❤️ Joseph Uganda

[@jessieleblanc4135]

To bare right or left at which to make a turn on the road. That's a Y section on the hazardous road sign.

[@mattowensrees5888]

In Thailand, you could not turn right into the Y junction like that, even if signalling right, as bikers and even cars would overtake you and complete the turn. I would keep to the right and edge out cautiously as the better alternative. I also keep my driver's window down so that I can hear the noise of approaching vehicles. (A tip I learned from an IAM observer)

[@MsVivian99]

Very helpful thankyou so much!

[@Reloaded2111]

The "WHY?!" junctions. I'd like to point out that at least in my country we aren't allowed to stop on the right side of the junction lane when turning left because we have to leave room for the car that might be turning right. This is intended to reduce traffic jams because left turns usually take more time to do than right turns. Truck and van drivers simply have to lean forward to see the oncoming cars and make the turn.

[@ConquerDriving]

I've been in a van before where I didn't square up to the new road and no matter how much I leaned forwards, I couldn't see left.

[@kumarravi6248]

Thank you sir for the helpful tips

[@njuham]

There's one tricky one in Quebec, Durham. Can't see to the left when turning right, have to do a spin on the chair.

[@jaguarplugins3493]

Nice little bit of Gerry Cinnamon on YT music there 😂

[@petagordon7047]

Hi Thank you for your video as always very informative.Today I had my driving lesson and wasn't aware of the new pedestrian rules and other 6 for 2022.Please can you do a video on the new rules for 2022 Thank You.

[@ConquerDriving]

Thank you, I'm working on it.

[@maryamzafar6214]

Hey Richard, I was wondering whether you could consider making a video on sharp turns out of a junction (almost like a v-turn). In this video you did observations at y-junctions but I’m struggling more with turning left out of those junction, especially when there’s a line of traffic on the main road

[@ConquerDriving]

Sometimes you have to wait until both sides of the road are clear. Also, starting as far from the curb as possible before you steer will help give the car more room to make the turn.

[@latzhin]

Thanks

[@amoghkarigoudar2082]

Great video, can you make one video about when you should and shouldn't you use second gear for start and stopping, and what speed is acceptable without damaging the clutch

[@ConquerDriving]

Thank you for the suggestion, I'll add it to my consideration list.

[@PascalDickhoff]

great video! thanks!

[@jamesgjm]

Hi Richard, many thanks for the new video! One question if I may, is cruise control allowed in the practical test?

[@ConquerDriving]

Yes it is.

[@kenesufernandez1281]

❣️

[@Loadarine]

There is an X junction near me. Its like 2 dual carriageways crossing eachother with traffic lights.

[@ConquerDriving]

I've not seen one of those, sounds awkward.

[@Loadarine]

@@ConquerDriving if you look up Ystrad Mynach, South Wales. You’ll see it.

[@kjm3672]

I've been through one that my dad called a star junction, a straight road with 4 roads intersecting it, making a star shape, but I can't find much info for it.

[@Loadarine]

@@kjm3672 you do get them.

[@smudgy264]

Could you please do a video on slip roads or a little section about it in another one of your videos? Nothing scares me more than slip roads and the motorway

[@ConquerDriving]

This video may help kzbin.info/www/bejne/ppetmmx7dpVolbs

[@teamextreme334]

Hello, James from the states here, so, when driving, do I need to press the clutch all the way to the floor with each use as it has a good travel, or , if can I get away with taking the clutch pedal, a bit past the bite, shift with decent speed and come back out with the entire distance the clutch not being traveled it’s full distance. Audi s4 b6, 6m. The clutch in this car seems to have a longer travel then most other cars I’ve drivin and I’ve always wondered if you can shift this way.

[@ConquerDriving]

It's best to press it all the way down to make sure it's fully disengaged. But as long as it's disengaged, that's what matters.

[@mazzy18]

I can’t believe I’m saying this but I PASSED ON THE 3RD ATTEMPT WITH 6 MINORS! If anyone is thinking about quitting or thinks that they are a bad driver, please just keep going. I know it’s expensive, emotionally draining and takes a lot of time. Be patient and work with yourself and the road 🤍🤍🤍🤍

[@ConquerDriving]

Congratulations on passing! Good advice.

[@shokriahaidari2849]

very good , good luck. what is difference between Y junction and T junction?

[@shaz09219]

The angle at which the roads meet. A T junction is perpendicular, so the junction is at 90°, whereas a Y junction is at a steeper angle than 90°. It's shown in the beginning of the video

[@ConquerDriving]

A Y junction is at an awkward angle, roughly in the shape of a Y

[@wayneshepard8652]

i failed my first driving test on the 10th of January for the simple school boy error for not checking my mirrors and blind spots after doing an emergency stop it was very frustrating i have my second driving test on the 23rd of June i plan to own it this time round

[@ConquerDriving]

I'm sorry to hear that, I wish you the best of luck with your next test.

[@wayneshepard8652]

@@ConquerDriving thanks and i'll post on your next video you do after the 23rd hopefully be good news your videos help so many people including me so for that thanks for your professionalism and your knowledge of the road and highway code

[@neewsay7979]

Hey Richard gotta quick question so can you burn the clutch in neutral? Say if your were at a stop in neutral and forgot to put it in gear to carry on and gave lots of revs about 5k lifting the clutching to the bite point could that still burn the clutch or the clutch is only burnt when in gear

[@ConquerDriving]

If you're in neutral the clutch won't burn.

[@BazamO]

Can you make a video on how to sell a car?

[@ConquerDriving]

Thank you for the suggestion. It's not something I currently have planned but maybe in the future.

[@preussen577]

Something that gives me anxiety is when I'm on a high speed road and I have to make a turn into a side road and there is traffic behind me. In many cases I will have to slow down the whole way from 50-60 mph to a safe turning speed. It's even worse when I don't know the area well and it's hard to see the entrance to the side road from a distance which means I have to go even slower. I think maybe I just worry too much about traffic behind and of course it's even worse when they are driving very close. Any tips for this sort of thing?

[@ConquerDriving]

You have to be strong, part of being a safe driver is having the confidence to slow cars behind down whenever you need to. We all have to do it, you're not in the wrong for doing it. You will have people get impatient with you but that's their problem not yours.

[@angharadkat3]

Would you be allowed on a test to let someone out before turning right onto a junction if it would make it easier for you?

[@ConquerDriving]

If you need because the junction is awkward then yes. But it's better to follow the priority system when possible.

[@lincyp2358]

Please do a vedio in slow moving traffic jam

[@ConquerDriving]

Here is one kzbin.info/www/bejne/rqGupoeMqcSCrLM

[@DeeSock]

Exiting T junction to main road in a very long vehicle would it be best then, for view through both windows, to have vehicle back end blocking the traffic coming into the road? Or would you scoot out of driver's seat to passenger seat to have a peak out? Or is there any other solution other than not driving there?

[@ConquerDriving]

If you mean Y junction, you need to do what you need to do to be able to see. Position the vehicle to get the best view, I don't recommend getting in the passenger seat. Lean over for sure if that helps.

[@harry_page]

I have a Y junction near me that's a leftward pointing stop junction on an NSL road with a big building that blocks your view to the right until you've edged out so far that you're sticking out pretty far into the main road. Would you happen to have any idea how to make this safer? I can't think of anything and I can only imagine that traffic coming from the right would have to stop and let you out if you've edged out too far

[@ConquerDriving]

In this situation you have to creep out slowly until you're either in the way or see it's clear. I need to do a video on closed junctions.

[@harry_page]

@@ConquerDriving Thank you :)

[@mattowensrees5888]

How would an examiner react to your letting out a car coming out of the junction you intend entering and then your cutting the corner. I accept it can be the right and safe manoeuvre but what would the examiner do

[@ConquerDriving]

If it's what you have to do to make the turn I would think they would be impressed. If it's not necessary it's best to follow the priority system and reduce possible confusion on the road.

[@indudev2847]

My instructor told me I have keep going near white line when I am driving. How can I keep my normal position. X

[@ConquerDriving]

This video may help kzbin.info/www/bejne/moOUlJZ6oc-no68

[@anishdc4365]

Does International student have to stay at least 180 days in UK before applying for provisional license?

[@ConquerDriving]

I recommend looking at the gov website for your own individual circumstances.

[@malamark5122]

I had driving lessons today and i actually had problems with driving at a Y Junction properly. how did you know this? are you psychic? Thanks you so much for the post

[@ConquerDriving]

Haha, thank you. I work 6 weeks ahead so I made this video a while ago.

[@TitoJulz]

Sorry if this question is kinda random but is Philippines Passport allowed in UK to be used as International Passport for the first 12 months?

[@ConquerDriving]

I'm sorry, I don't know much about passports. If you mean driving licence I recommend you refer to the gov website to be sure about your own individual situation.

[@TitoJulz]

@@ConquerDriving thank you so much for taking the time to respond, I love your videos! Me and my colleagues from Philippines arrived here in UK 4 months ago to work in the NHS and now I am looking into having my first car (Birmingham) so that it would be easier and safer to go to work -- but I'll probably get it after winter passes. I appreciate your time! Cheers

[@mbsmile78]

@@TitoJulz I think all international licences are valid for 1 year driving in the UK.

[@indudev2847]

I need confidence. I am leaning to drive after 40 . So very difficult. Any tips pls ?

[@ConquerDriving]

I have a playlist on driving anxiety that may help with confidence.

[@indudev2847]

@@ConquerDriving where can I find it please ?

[@preussen577]

@@indudev2847 kzbin.info/aero/PLnM8RR0dumuYyrKJNtSCj3WVwrnBQpZNA here is a link just incase you didn't find it yet.

[@mbsmile78]

Cutting corners at junctions like @3:22 is that not a fail

[@ConquerDriving]

If you have to do it due to lack of space then it's unavoidable. There are roads where you need to cut the corner, just check it's safe first.

[@MrYounis26]

what about Y motorway junctions

[@ConquerDriving]

I'm not sure which junctions you mean, if you mean when the road forks, try to get into the correct lane before it happens.

[@MrYounis26]

@@ConquerDriving I think they are called a dual carriageway y junction angle (with a give way sign and the speed is 40mph on the north circular road).

[@MrYounis26]

to summarise, entering a dual carriageway with small slip roads that also has a give way sign.