November 16th, 2011 Administrator
YOUNG Premier League stars are learning how to tackle the roads with help from a former Hyndburn policeman.
Adrian Shurmer, of Great Harwood, has this week taken on the job of teaching Manchester City academy players how to drive, having already spent seven years at rivals Manchester United.
Adrian, 69, who served in Accrington’s crime squad before a decade teaching officers how to drive, said: “There’s a huge problem teaching young footballers because they have a lot of aggression and lots of money.
“They’re young lads who want to go fast and the clubs are telling them to get stuck in on the field.
“My job is to give them psychological training on how to deal with situations.
“They might be rich, but they have only got one life and they’re not above the law.”
Although for contract reasons Adrian cannot name the players he has taught, he said several of Manchester United’s first team players have been through his course.
Adrian said he would love to teach high-profile Premier League stars his way of driving.
He said: “These young men are role models and if they are driving well and calmly, then it’s a good example to all their fans.
“It’s very difficult for clubs when someone like Cristiano Ronaldo crashes his Ferrari, then goes home and gets in his Bentley.”
Adrian, who runs Driver Awareness Ltd – which visits schools and workplaces across the country, was approached to start working for Manchester United after club bosses watched one of his demonstrations.
Word then spread about his talks, which he says leave the stars high-fiving him.
He focuses on teaching young players theory before getting behind the wheel.
He said: “It’s all about how you communicate with a driver. If you start talking to footballers about stopping distances and the like, you’ve lost them automatically. So instead I use concepts they are familar with.
“I talk in terms of control and not mouthing off on the pitch or to the ref.
“As a protection driver you don’t trust anyone, you’re always expecting to be attacked. That’s especially relevant for the footballers who drive big 4×4s and wear Rolex watches.”
Adrian’s tips are now contained in his new book Mind How You Go.
David Bushell, of Manchester United Football Club, said: “Adrian stimulates the boys to think that, as in football, the physical and technical are important, but without good habits and awareness, the opportunities for success are less.”
Txt-Drive Driving School in Bedford does not teach any Manchester United or Manchester City players…..yet….. But Txt-Drive do teach many pupils from schools in Bedford such as Mark Rutherford, Biddenham, Bedford School, Bedford Modern, St. Thomas More, Wootton etc. You may not have a Bentley or a Ferrari to drive once you’ve passed your driving test but you can learn in a BMW MINI. Txt-Drive driving lessons in Bedford, with a fully qualified driving instructor, allow you to learn to drive in a new BMW MINI. The BMW MINI has loads of quality features to help you when learning to drive & to give yourself a little bit of luxury whilst learning. Features in the BMW MINI include alloy wheels, fully adjustable seat & steering wheel, colour changing mood lighting inside the MINI, air con, auto start-stop, gear change indicator, easy to read dials & displays etc. Why bother learning in another car when you can learn to drive in a BMW MINI.
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October 28th, 2011 Administrator
Newly qualified drivers should be encouraged to continue learning after they have passed their test, one driving body has suggested.
The Institute of Advanced Motorists (IAM), the UK’s leading road safety charity dedicated to raising driving standards, has warned that skills learned in the driving test are not enough to deal with real-life driving situations.
According to the institute, all drivers start as new drivers and need to build up their confidence on the road and driving alone gradually. Some drivers may like to continue to learn throughout their driving careers, as new advances and road rules are introduced.
A spokesperson for the IAM said: “We believe that there should be greater encouragement for [drivers] to engage in additional learning beyond their driving test.”
She added that this would in turn give responsible drivers a chance to prove their skills and in so doing lower their insurance premiums.
Furthermore, higher costs of car insurance for young drivers could lead to negative effects on road safety, the IAM also warned.
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December 8th, 2010 Administrator
Congratulations to Ben from Bedford, a Mark Rutherford Upper School student, who passed his driving test today!!
Ben made just 4 minor faults on the new independent driving test. He was asked to do the left reverse round a corner & also the emgerency stop.
Ben passed his driving test a little over 3 months after taking his first driving lesson – having never previously driven.
He was so pleased he emailed Txt-Drive Driving School to say “I’m so pleased to have passed my driving test, it seems like only yesterday that I started learning to drive with Txt-Drive and now I’m able to conquer the roads of Britain. I’m glas that my first miles on the road were in Chris’ safe hands and under his expert tuition I felt confident I’d be driving independently in no time. His friendly manner & relaxed teaching style made driving enjoyable from the moment I first got behind the wheel. While like all new drivers I had a few ‘interesting’ events along the way with Txt-Drive the only road I took was the duak carriage way to success. Thanks Txt-Drive!! I’m already looking forward to Pass Plus.”
Ben had already recomended a friend to start taking driving lessons in Bedford with Txt-Drive before he had even passed his driving test.
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December 5th, 2010 Administrator
Here is an article written for the Txt-Drive Blog by the Car Insurance Team within Moneysupermarket.
Passing your driving test and finally getting your independence is a great feeling, insuring your vehicle once you have passed your test however, can be expensive business. Unfortunately being a new young driver means that high premiums are unavoidable; however, there are steps that you can take to ensure that you are getting the best deal on your insurance.
Once you have passed your test it is recommended that you take the Pass Plus course with your driving instructor. Most insurers favour drivers who have obtained their Pass Plus certificate as they are gaining additional driving experience. Speak to your instructor and they will talk you through what the course consists of and the cost of obtaining the certificate.
It is always best when looking for a quote to shop around; price comparison sites such as Moneysupermarket will allow you to check several different insurers and brokers in one go. Using a price comparison site also means that you can avoid the tedious task of filling in your details over and over again.
It may seem a good idea when getting your first insurance policy to take it out in your parents name, however, if the vehicle is registered in your name or you are the main driver then it advisable to avoid this. This process is called ‘Fronting’ and should your insurance company find out, whether this be from previous quotes you have had from them or following an accident, it can result in your insurance being invalidated. If this happens and you have been involved in an accident you may be left with a large bill that you may need to pay yourself, so don’t bend the rules. By doing this you will also not be building up your no claims bonus, which can help you to get a bigger discount on your insurance in the future. Adding an older, more experienced driver to your policy such as a parent, can result in a cheaper insurance premium as insurers associate experience with more responsible driving.
Getting your first car is an exciting time but what car you buy can also determine the premium that you pay. Cars are placed into insurance groups; the higher the group is the higher your insurance quote will be. When you are looking for a car try and get a vehicle with a low insurance group; you will find that the larger the car or those with a bigger engine fall within a higher insurance group. Check what group the car falls into prior to handing over the money. If the person or garage you are buying the car off can’t tell you what insurance group that model of car will be in, then the internet will. Modifying your vehicle can also have an effect on your insurance quote. Try to avoid adding anything other than additional security features to your vehicle as body kits and alloys will only end up costing you even more when it comes to paying your insurance premium.
It was once the case that getting third party only cover on your vehicle was a cheaper way to get insurance for new drivers. Research has shown that insurers have identified that the drivers taking out these policies are what they class as ‘at risk’ which has resulted in them increasing the premiums. With this in mind make sure that when getting quotes on your car insurance you check the prices for all levels of cover, as it may be cheaper to take out a fully comprehensive policy.
Finally, there can be several extra’s on your insurance that you can change or opt out of that can reduce the cost of your premium. You can often agree to pay more excess should you have an accident; this can reduce your monthly installments, but be aware of the cost that will need to be paid should you have to make a claim. Breakdown cover can often also be included within the premium you take out but it may be worth comparing the price of breakdown cover from another company. You may be able to get cover for the entire family for a cheaper amount than you would pay as part of your insurance. Combining these steps should help reduce the cost of your insurance premiums – happy motoring!
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August 18th, 2010 Administrator
The AA is offering affordable insurance cover to learner drivers, which could prevent them from needing a debt management plan in the future.
Learner Driver Insurance is now available for just £3 a day for 28 days of full cover or £2.73 a day for any subsequent 28-day periods recommended by an instructor.
Through this new insurance, young drivers will not have to pay out a fortune to protect their cars from accidents. Repairs alone could lead to the need for a debt management plan.
Simon Douglas, director of AA Insurance and the AA Driving School, said that many parents are put off adding their child to their own insurance policy as this can amount to hundreds of pounds.
He said: “It’s vital that young drivers gain as much experience as possible while learning, in addition to their formal driving lessons.”
It is hoped that the new insurance will encourage adults to teach their youngsters how to drive as this can help them pass, Mr Douglas added.
Student James Hayes was quoted a total of £17,000 in order to insure his £2,000 Vauxhall Corsa so he may benefit from Learner Driver Insurance.
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The PASS PLUS course can also help to reduce your car insurance. Past Txt-Drive pupils that took driving lessons in Bedford have saved upto £450.00 on their car insurance. To take the PASS PLUS course, contact Txt-Drive driving school in Bedford on 0800 8600 983 (FREEPHONE).
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