I’ve had my C since 2007, so would like to know has owt changed much in the highway code, or anything in the rules when on test e.g.
When I took my test, the trainer took me down some what I’d say crazy streets for an HGV! He then goes on to say 'I bring the W+D down here, and sometimes the test comes here!
I questioned this about what if there’s cars parked (let’s say on a corner), and the only way to get round, is to ‘use’ the pavement.
He said it’s fine, as long as you inform the examiner on what you’re about to do, and really do your observations.
I questioned this about what if there’s cars parked (let’s say on a corner), and the only way to get round, is to ‘use’ the pavement.
It’s not normal for test routes to include any such corners. Some are tight - they should be - it is a test after all. Your trainer’s reply is correct though, in the highly unlikely circumstances.
The braking ex has gone from the test. I think the gear ex had already gone when you did your CAT C but if it hadn’t, it has now. (Does that make sense?)
The most major change is that some trainers now have their own test centre and this is, without doubt, a massive advantage.
I’m not wasting my time explaining changes to the Highway Code as I know you’re going to get a new one and study it - - aren’t you!!
Can’t remember the brake exercise Pete. But the gear ex’, that’s from a standing start, go through every gear up, then every gear down, I think, wasn’t it??
Animal, I was warned off TTS back when I took My C licence, too much negative info about them.
There is a guy doing HGV training etc from Sunderland called PTA, heard of them?
He’s offered me lessons and test all in way cheaper than either TTS and Tyne and Wear HGV.
Oh, and I still have my HGV theory book from back then. Will it still be ‘in date’■■
A few years ago I went through the newbies forum searching for recommendations for training schools and during that search I found posts where some had not been happy with some of the schools that are recommended
That could be down to the school in general but more than likely it woulld be down to a particular instructor or a personality clash between trainer and trainee
Goldfinger:
Hamils use Scanias, see them parked up on the Team Valley.
Animal, who’s the one you prefer…?
Hamill defo used Tyne & wear for my Cat C although ok had a different instructor each day I have also heard this from a couple mates & they wont be going back for there next test
Hamill is often 1-1 full days he changes vehicles every 3 years only used for training ( he is Irish so yep uses Scania easy to drive keep well maintained )
Would recommend you give him a call & arrange an assessment as will cost you nowt apart from 1 hr of your time this is free
But the gear ex’, that’s from a standing start, go through every gear up, then every gear down, I think, wasn’t it??
