Dipod - The Driving Instructors Podcast

Show recorded on 21/2/25  73 minutes In this show we are joined by Michael Gambin who specialises in teaching those with disabilities to drive. We go through the pro's and con's of getting involved with this kind of work. Links Disability Driving Instructors Motorbility Herts Ability Driving Mobility CPD Notes You can download the CPD notes and then and add your own notes, then use it towards your personal CPD. Download your PDF File from Here!   The ADINJC sponsors Dipod. Discover the fantastic work they do and the benefits of becoming a member at ADINJC.org.uk

Show recorded on 22/1/25  80 minutes In this show we look at some more correspondence' and we examine the DVSA's seven point plan to get on top of the test waiting times.   Links DVSA's Seven Point Plan CPD Notes You can download the CPD notes and then and add your own notes, then use it towards your personal CPD. Download your PDF File from Here!   The ADINJC sponsors Dipod. Discover the fantastic work they do and the benefits of becoming a member at ADINJC.org.uk

Show recorded on 29/11/24 53 minutes In this show we look through a number of correspondence' and answer questions on bike lanes, examiner discretion, ADI training woes.  We also look at a very interesting idea to help relieve the problems of the the long wait times for driving tests. Bike Lane Etiquette Waiting Time Problems Giving Up Short Wait Re-test Financial Considerations Examiner Discretion Training Woes Links Better Driving book from TSO CPD Notes You can download the CPD notes and then and add your own notes, then use it towards your personal CPD. Download your PDF File from Here!   The ADINJC sponsors Dipod. Discover the fantastic work they do and the benefits of becoming a member at ADINJC.org.uk

Show recorded on 29/11/24 76 minutes In this show we talk to Dr Lisa Dorn about the third edition of her book which is published by the DVSA called 'Better Driving'   Brain Change Vehicle Autonomy Selfish Drivers Impatience  Stress Safe System Approach Junction Analysis Autonomous Future New Book Additions Modern Tech Driving Skills E-Learning Courses Drink and Drugs Links Better Driving book from TSO Human Factors - Course CPD Notes You can download the CPD notes and then and add your own notes, then use it towards your personal CPD. Download your PDF File from Here!   The ADINJC sponsors Dipod. Discover the fantastic work they do and the benefits of becoming a member at ADINJC.org.uk

Show 233 Error 15 Show recorded on 16/10/24 57 minutes In this show we discuss Graduated Driving Licenses, get to grips with Error 15 and find out where we stand with Speed Limiters on cars.   Number Plates 15 Yrs Old Error 15 Elderly Tests (GDL) Graduated Driving License Australian UHPV Test Lamborghini On Test Speed Limiters Passing On Alan CPD Notes You can download the CPD notes and then and add your own notes, then use it towards your personal CPD. Download your PDF File from Here!

Show 232 Harvest Moon Show recorded on 18/9/24 51 minutes In this show amongst other things we take a look at how an ADI should go about coaching the Park On the Right exercise.    Harvest Moon Manoeuvres Moving Over Reference Point Safe Place Reversing Questions Stop or Not Observations Government Planning Petrol Prices CPD Notes You can download the CPD notes and then and add your own notes, then use it towards your personal CPD. Download your PDF File from Here!   The ADINJC sponsors Dipod. Discover the fantastic work they do and the benefits of becoming a member at ADINJC.org.uk

Show 231 Sleeping On The Job Show recorded on 18/9/24 43 minutes In this show we cover some correspondence and look forward to the National Conference and Expo for 2024.   Sleeping On The Job Working Overtime Test Charges Lauren's Response Special Needs Rant Realised Fake Tests National Conference and Expo CPD Notes You can download the CPD notes and then and add your own notes, then use it towards your personal CPD. Download your PDF File from Here!   The ADINJC sponsors Dipod. Discover the fantastic work they do and the benefits of becoming a member at ADINJC.org.uk

Show recorded on 16/8/24 54 minutes In this show we get carried away ranting about the driving test booking situation!   Car Music Risk of Apps App Info Data Usage Savvy Action Fraud Data Safe Stolen Identity Government Problems CPD Notes You can download the CPD notes and then and add your own notes, then use it towards your personal CPD. Download your PDF File from Here!   The ADINJC sponsors Dipod. Discover the fantastic work they do and the benefits of becoming a member at ADINJC.org.uk

Show recorded on 16/8/24 51 minutes In this show we work our way through a thought provoking letter regarding driving instructor attitudes and work practices!   Flowers and Donkeys Lauren's Letter Testing Instructors Phone Use International License  Police Stop Timing Lessons Deaf Lessons CPD Notes You can download the CPD notes and then and add your own notes, then use it towards your personal CPD. Download your PDF File from Here!   The ADINJC sponsors Dipod. Discover the fantastic work they do and the benefits of becoming a member at ADINJC.org.uk

Show recorded on 12/7/24 - released 31/7/24 38 minutes In this show we take a look at the use of dash-cams, talk about the independent drive and look back at the good old days.   Tracker Independent Drive Lost On Test Police and Dash-cam Insurance and Trackers Reverse Cameras Learning Timescale Lesson Prices The Good Old Days

Show recorded on 12/7/24 84 minutes In this show we take a look at the state of the driving test booking system and read through some articles on the subject.   Waiting Times Phone Lines Sport Car Design Sue's Article DVSA At Fault Multiple Retakes Test Fails Over A Barrel

Show recorded on 11/6/24 - released 3/7/24 59 minutes   In this show we still have ex-examiner Ali Saddique in the studio for the second recording of the day. We talk mainly over the driving test and preparing pupils and PDIs for their exams.   Introductions Ordit Registration Riding On A Test Test Instruction E Stop Speed Setting An Example PDI Training Mirrors In Pairs

Show recorded on 11/6/24 59 minutes In this show we are joined by ex-examiner Ali Saddique where we go in depth into preparing for the Standards Check and the best approaches to take. Also an apology for potentially rude word in previous show!   Introductions Standards Checks Part 3 Exams Teaching Standards Check Test Approaches Lesson Hours Adapting Standards Checks Test Preparation Pupil Choice  Examiner Training An Apology

Show recorded on 3/5/24 - released 15th May 38 minutes In this show we find out in depth about ISAs (maybe not what you expect), cruise control, turbo roundabouts and Uber Lessons.   Intelligent Speed Assist Getaway Drivers Fully Active Cruise Control Sat' Nav' Probs' Turbo Roundabouts Uber Lessons Diddly Squat

Show recorded on 3/5/24 62 minutes In this show we answer some correspondence regarding test waiting times and some alternative feelings regarding P-Plates.   Test Waiting Times Booking Test Problems Limiting Test Swaps Fixing Problems P - Plates Following Distance Instructor Stories   Links ADINJC Convention  CPD Notes You can download the CPD notes and then and add your own notes, then use it towards your personal CPD. Download your PDF File from Here!

In this shorter than normal show we find out about the Ready To Pass Campaign, get an update on waiting times and hear about planned ADINJC gatherings in the form of the convention, the conference and the 10 minute take away sessions.   Ready To Pass Capaign Ready To Pass Bundle Bad Habits Waiting Times - Recovery Measures ADINJC Convention 10 Minute Take Aways Lane Hogging P Plates

Show 221 Hypnotherapy Show recorded on 10/4/24 83 minutes   In which we are joined by Hypnotherapist and ADI Alison Edwards and talk of how we can help our students with their anxieties and nerves. Also we respond to some correspondence regarding motorway lessons and Dutch roundabouts.   Introductions Motorway Lessons Dutch Roundabouts Mind Works Hypnotherapy Helping Learners Our guest in the Studio Alison Edwards You can contact Alison on: 07900581159 or by email: totallifetherapy@yahoo.com or visit her website at www.total-lifetherapy.co.uk or facebook HERE!   CPD Notes You can download the CPD notes and then and add your own notes, then use it towards your personal CPD. Download your PDF File from Here! DIPOD is sponsored by the ADINJC ADINJC Website ADINJC Twitter Account ADINJC on Facebook

Show recorded on 24/1/24 52 minutes In which we continue our look at the common problems pupils have on their driving test.   Moving Off Safely Poor Positioning Responce To Markings Double White Lines   Links DVSA’s top 10 faults made during the driving test webinar  ADINJC Scottish Conference

Show recorded on 24/1/24 60 minutes   In which we take a look at the test centre pass rates and look at updating your CPD   Clever Cameras Update Your CPD Pass Rates ADINJC Scottish Conference   Links ADINJC Scottish Conference You can download a template to record any CPD you have done. DVSA’s mock test webinar from June 2023  DVSA’s top 10 faults made during the driving test webinar  Ordering Practical Teaching Skills for Driving Instructors  Download the mp3 of this show HERE! To download, right click and choose "save file as" (or similar)

Show recorded on 27/11/23 78 minutes In which we show some displeasure at the DVSA in their response to concerns highlighted about the selling on of driving tests   Booking Farce Fleecing Learners Top 10 Test Fails Steering Junctions Turning Right Responding To Traffic Lights Reverse Parking Links Top 10 Test Fails (DVSA Site) The Stationary Office   Download the mp3 of this show HERE! To download, right click and choose "save file as" (or similar) CPD Notes You can download the CPD notes and then and add your own notes, then use it towards your personal CPD. Download your PDF File from Here!