This podcast covers some 8 key pointers on managing motorways and concludes with advice on getting professional instruction for learners who are near test ready on motorways and/or post test motorway instruction.
The key areas covered are:
1. what is a motorway
2. Who can use a motorway - in particular learners use of motorways
3. Speed
4. Signs and markings - know your highway code Signs and Signals for Motorways see link to this publication:
https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/government/uploads/system/uploads/attachment_data/file/519129/know-your-traffic-signs.pdf
5. Lane use and observations
6. Overtaking
7. Joining and leaving a motorway
8. Emergencies
https://www.highwaycodeuk.co.uk/stopping.html
Conclusion: Recommendation for Learner Instruction by Professional Approved Driving instructor.
Key links to support your understanding of motorway use can be found on:
https://www.gov.uk/guidance/the-highway-code/motorways-253-to-273
A useful AA Article also covers key points discussed:
https://www.theaa.com/driving-school/driving-lessons/advice/motorway-driving
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