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Will NDIS Pay For Driving Lessons

Will NDIS Pay For Driving Lessons | LTrent Driving School

If you’re disabled, you may be wondering if the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) will cover the cost of driving lessons. In this article, we’ll discuss whether or not NDIS funding can be used to pay driving schools, and how your NDIS plan will work as you learn to drive. Let’s get started.

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5 Reasons Why Driving Lessons Are A Great Idea For Any Learner Driver

5 Reasons Why Driving Lessons Are A Great Idea For Any Learner Driver | LTrent Driving School

Whether you’re just earned your learner licence for the first time in New South Wales, or you’ve already gotten your provisional licence, driving lessons from a certified driving school like LTrent Driving School are a great idea.

With professional driving instruction, you can stay safer on the roads, and develop the driving skills you need to earn your full driver’s licence. Not convinced that you need help from a driving school? Here are a few reasons why driving lessons are a fantastic idea for any learner driver.

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Roundabout Rules In NSW & VIC

Roundabout Rules In NSW & VIC | LTrent Driving School

Whether you’re in Western Australia, South Australia or Victoria and Tasmania, it’s important to understand how to use a roundabout correctly. From approaching the roundabout, to using a multi-lane roundabout, choosing the correct lane – there’s a lot to know. And if you violate the rules, you could end up with demerit points on your licence.

In this blog, LTrent Driving School will discuss a few of the most important rules about using roundabouts in NSW and VIC.

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Most Common Driver Distractions

Most Common Driver Distractions | LTrent Driving School

How To Stay Focused When Driving

Distracted driving is one of the most common causes of motor vehicle crashes in Australia. If you drive distracted and do not focus on the road, your risk of being involved in car accidents skyrockets. Despite this, though, recent studies suggest that Australian drivers are distracted up to 45% of the time that they’re driving! 

So, in this article, the team at LTrent Driving School will discuss the top causes of driver distraction – and how you can make sure you stay focused. Avoid car crashes and practice safe driving by avoiding these common issues! 

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The Disadvantaged Learner Drivers Free Course

The Disadvantaged Learner Drivers Free Course | LTrent Blog

At LTrent Driving School, we’re dedicated to helping Aussie drivers with their L plates become more competent and confident behind the wheel. So, even if you are financially disadvantaged and don’t have the money to pay for a learner drivers course and professional instruction, we may be able to help.

Thanks to the NSW government, 1000 people can qualify to take the Safer Drivers Course each year for free. With professional driving lessons, you’ll be more confident when driving, and you can reduce road risks to yourself and others.

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Driving Safely With Cyclists

Driving Safely With Cyclists | LTrent Driving School & Lessons

If you live in a large Australian city, you will inevitably share the road with cyclists – and people who are riding a bicycle have just as much right to the road as people who are driving cars. 

In fact, while some Australian drivers may think that bicycle users must stay on shared paths, sidewalks or in bike lanes, this is not true. They have full rights to use an entire lane of the road. 

You must share the road and follow appropriate road safety rules when driving around cyclists – including checking blind spots, safely passing bicycle riders, and avoiding bike lanes. To learn more about how to drive safely and how drivers and cyclists can share the road, read on and get some top tips from LTrent Driving School. 

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Most Common Mistakes Learner Drivers Make

Most Common Mistakes Learner Drivers Make | LTrent Blog

Learning to drive is challenging. Driving a car as a beginner involves learning a lot of road rules, and as learners, drivers can make a lot of common mistakes.

Lack of knowledge that is second nature to experienced drivers can cause some dangerous errors when driving. These mistakes can lead to dangerous situations when you’re out for driving lessons or practice – and lead you to fail your driving test if you make them during your test. So, in this article, we’ll take a look at the most common mistakes learner drivers make – and show you how to avoid them.

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What Is The Digital Learner Log Book

What Is The Digital Learner Log Book | LTrent Driving School Blog

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If you’re preparing to become licence ready and take your driving test, you may be wondering if you have to use a paper logbook while you’re learning to drive. And there’s good news – you don’t!

Today, there are logbook app options available which can replace a paper log book. You can use these digital log book apps on your mobile phone while learning to drive, and automatically record your time driven, the distance of each one of your driving sessions, and more. Just tap the record button, and you’re good to go! It’s just that easy.

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What You Need To Know About The NSW Digital Driver Licence (DDL)

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After a successful trial, any NSW driver can now use the NSW Digital Driver Licence (DDL). The Digital Driver Licence is the digital version of your NSW Driver Licence, and it’s available on the Service NSW App.

Wondering what the DDL is, and if it’s right for you? In this blog post, we’ll take a look at the basics of the NSW Digital Driver Licence, and discuss everything that you need to know.

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Rules For Learner Drivers

Rules For Learner Drivers | Ltrent Driving School | Blog

The Most Important Things To Know

If you’re a learner driver and you’re looking to take your driving test, you may be wondering what rules you need to follow while you learn to drive and record hours in your log book. Find out some of the most important rules that apply to drivers with a learner licence below!

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