Dipod - The Driving Instructors Podcast

Show recorded on 30/5/25 - Released 12th May 70 minutes In which we look through the consultation document from the DVSA regarding the proposed booking rules for booking the driving test.   In the next show we go through the questionnaire and pull it apart in detail.   Intro and background How it currently works Admission Fees Consultation Respondance 6am Call Changes Booking - Option A Booking - Option B Swapping - Option A Swapping - Option B Responding   Links   Consultation Document Survey Link 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 25/4/25 - Released 12th May 77 minutes   In this show we continue with our special guest Graham Feest, president of the IMTD. In which we talk about road safety and the Institute of Master Tutors of Driving.     DVLA Training Changes Rural Roads Test Centres Emergency Stop Independent Drive Downside Sit In The Back Appropriate Speed The IMTD   Links   Institute of Master Tutors of Driving ADINJC/Intelligent Instructor Convention 2025 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 25/4/25  57 minutes In this show we have our special guest Graham Feest in the studio, who is a road safety expert and president of the IMTD (Institute of Master Tutors of Driving)   Speed Workshop Speed Limits Safe System Approach  Reading The Road New Instructors Learning To Drive Prison Sentences Older Drivers   Links   Institute of Master Tutors of Driving ADINJC/Intelligent Instructor Convention 2025 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 28/3/25  68 minutes In this show we read through a couple of letters and catch up on waiting times and the new test cancellation rules.   Part 2 or Part 3 Waiting Times 150 Test Bookings Safe To Drive Cancellation Notification Aggressive Candidates ADINJC Expo   Links ADINJC/Intelligent Instructor Convention 2025 New Test Cancellation Rules 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 21/2/25 - Released March 11th 42 minutes In this show we mull over the advantages of sitting in on a driving test and factors that affect our pupils in the car.   Sitting In On Test Stopping For Pedestrians Signing Log Book Hands On Ready To Pass Factors That Affect Pupils Smart Motorway Re-Join Links ADINJC Events (Convention 2025) 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 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!