Dipod - The Driving Instructors Podcast
Being a driving instructor can be lonely business in so far as feedback and ideas are concerned. The Driving Instructors Podcast (DIPOD) is where UK driving instructors can come to find out more about their industry, with news, views, commentary and guests. We are always looking for your feedback too, so remember to - phone us: 08432 892 556 or email us: adi@dipod.co.uk
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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 Si
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 Ol
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 Conv
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
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
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. Down