A Licence 2 Drive

Driving routines

Learn to Drive
Your First Driving Lesson
Theory Test
Driving Lesson Routines
Driving Test Manoeuvres
Preparing for your test
Show Me, Tell Me
Pass Plus / Motorway Tuition

There are a few simple driving routines that once mastered will put you well on your way to passing your test.

DSSSM - Cockpit Drill
The Cockpit drill should be performed everytime you get into a car.
POM - Prepare Observe Move
The POM routine is used when your car is stationary, either parked at the kerbside or when stopped at a junction or in stationary traffic.
MSPSL - Mirror Signal Position Speed Look
Also known as Mirror, Signal Manoeuvre (MSM), MSPSL should be used every time that you approach junctions, roundabouts or traffic lights.
SCALP - Safe Convenient And Legal Position
The Safe Convenient And Legal Position (SCALP) routine is used when you intend to stop at the side of the road, it is important to show consideration to other road users for both their safety and yours.