Although the Safer Drivers Course is not mandatory for all drivers, it will benefit drivers of all experience levels. As a young driver, you need to develop safe driving skills and be able to make well-informed decisions behind the wheel.

So in short, yes you should complete the Safer Drivers Course. Drivers who have completed this course can obtain their provisional licences more easily, according to Transport for NSW.

Interested in the Safer Drivers Course? Continue reading to learn more about this course, its requirements, and its benefits.

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Getting your learner driver licence in the ACT is the first step as you learn to drive. After earning your learner permit, you can work toward getting a provisional licence, and eventually earning your full driver licence.

But what do you need to do before you learn to drive in ACT? Here’s what you need to know about getting your learners permit.

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If you’re a learner driver looking to get your Ps in ACT or NSW, you may be nervous about your practical driving test. Learner drivers often fail the driving test the first time they try, and while it’s possible to pass on your first go, it’s not always easy!

So, what can you do to make sure you get your Ps and pass first go? Here are a few common driving mistakes you can avoid on your test to give yourself a better chance of passing on your first try.

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It may be inviting to pick up your phone and respond to that text message on Facebook while driving. However, using your mobile phone while driving can pose a severe risk to your safety on the road. Worse is that an eye glance off the road for two seconds or more can lead to a car crash.

To prevent road accidents, drivers within NSW, VIC, ACT, and Australia at large are guided by strict mobile phone laws. Violation of these rules can attract a fine of up to $1000 fine and five demerit points penalties.

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Merging lanes on a multi-lane road can be scary for new drivers. But in this guide from LTrent Driving School, we’ll discuss a few dos and don’ts of merging lanes safely. Read on and see how you can respect other road users, follow road rules, and merge easily on any road!

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Driving during the summer months in Australia can be dangerous. Hot weather can stress your car’s systems, cause breakdowns, and put you at risk of heatstroke and dehydration if you break down without proper planning. So in this guide from LTrent Driving School, we’ll discuss a few top summer driving safety tips.

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If you’re a new driver, you may not be sure how to drive safely in bright sunlight in the morning and in the evening. Driving east in the morning and west in the evening – particularly during the winter – means you’ll be driving directly into the low sun.

This is because in winter, the sun hangs lower in the sky due to the orientation of the Earth. This bright sunlight can pose some safety challenges, even if you have tinted windows. In this blog from LTrent Driving School, we’ll discuss a few top tips for dealing with low sun and sun glare, and staying safe while driving in bright sunlight.

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Extreme heat is common throughout Australia in the summer months. Extremely hot temperatures over 35° C can be quite dangerous for drivers, and if you want to stay safe, it’s important to understand the dangers of driving in high temperatures, and how you can drive safely in the summer heat.

So in this guide from LTrent Driving School, we’ll discuss a few tips for staying safe while driving in hot weather. Read on, and make sure you’re prepared for the heat!

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