12 Winter Car Checks UK
FORCES When it comes to preventing a breakdown, remember the acronym FORCES, which stands for Fuel, Oil, Rubber, Coolant, Electrics, Screen wash. Battery Life and Standing Cars, Under Bonnet Checks Since the lockdown in March last year, millions of drivers have used their cars far less than normal. Now that we’re being asked to stay at home again, many of us may stop […]
Driving Lessons in Oxford with Professional Driving Instructors
If you live in the Oxford region and want to learn how to drive you might want to book driving lessons in Oxford with professional driving instructors. Oxford Local Driving Academy is such a company. Oxford is the main region we cover and we have expertise in many different areas, including teaching nervous drivers and […]
Learning to Drive in Oxford in the Winter
Learning to Drive in Oxford in the Winter If somebody stated, wintertime in Oxford is the best time to learn to drive, what would your most likely response be? Maybe you would think it was a joke? This would be a quite plausible reaction as many people do suffer from winter driving anxiety. Are you […]
Why is My Driving Instructor Refusing to Send Me for My Test?
When your driving instructor puts the brakes on your test plans, it can be disappointing and frustrating. In this article, we’re answering the question: Why is my driving instructor refusing to send me for my test? When should I take my driving test? On average, most UK driving students will take between 40 and 45 […]
Automatic Driving Lessons vs Manual – The Pros and Cons
Choosing between automatic driving lessons and manual driving lessons in Oxford often comes down to what suits your confidence, learning style, and long-term driving plans. Both routes have their strengths, and understanding how they differ can help you make the right choice before booking your first session. Learning in an Automatic Automatic driving lessons are […]
DVSA Driving Test Changes Begin Nationwide Trial to Focus on Rural Road Safety
Thousands of learner drivers across the UK will now face a revised driving test format as part of a three-month trial launched by the Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA). The changes, which began on Tuesday 6 May 2025, affect 20 test centres and are designed to help new drivers build experience and confidence on […]
LDA hosted a CPD Workshop
On 25th June 2025, LDA hosted a CPD workshop in Oxford, led by two renowned industry experts—Nigel Robinson and Lynne Fitzharris. Participants explored key topics including: Upcoming standard checks Part 3 test preparations CPD knowledge and skills Instructional methods and teaching techniques Attendees enhanced their client-centered approaches, acquired practical strategies, and left equipped with valuable […]