All Weather Driving
Rain, fog, bright sunshine, snow and ice: find out how to drive safely in all the different weather conditions you’ll face on the road As much of this module as possible should be covered in a practical session. You’ll focus on correct speed, safe stopping distances, plus seeing and being seen in
The all weather course covers the following Modules
Vision See and be Seen
- Clean windscreen and windows Importance of wipers and washers Windscreen demisters
- Heated windows back and front Fog lights – front and rear
- Use of lights as appropriate to
- Rain
- Sleet/snow
- Fog
- Shadows and effects
- Bright low sun
- Wet/oily roads
Skidding and Avoidance
- Driver your (health)
- Roads conditions/surfaces
- Aquaplaning
- Skid prevention
- Skid correction
- Slow speed skids
- Use of controls and steering
- Tyre tread and pressure
- Vehicle footprint
- Effective braking/cadence
- Use of ABS
Speed and Stopping Distances
- Correct speed for conditions
- Safe separation distance
- Braking distances
- Fog code
- High winds and compensating for them
You’ve passed your test. Now your ready for Pass Plus, the intensive training course that will help you become a better driver and get a discount on your insurance. So besides improving your driving skills, it could help you save money.
