Dipod - The Driving Instructors Podcast

Rob Cooling gave this 'Electrified' talk at the recent Expo and Conference that was held (very successfully) for the first time at the Heart of England conference centre. In this talk Rob takes us through a little of the history of electric cars and we peer into the future and find out about the rapid developments that are happening.

Show recorded on 13/12/19 - released 17/12/19 82 minutes In our Christmas edition we look at 20 laws that most drivers and instructors are not aware of, and we hear about the plans for a number of Expos during 2020. Correspondence - Cycling 20 Things Splashing The Cash Driving Too Slowly Pets On The Hardshoulder Frosted Windows Ticking Over Vagrancy Emergency Vehicles Parking On The Pavement Loud Music Swearing Drive Through Making A Profit Early MOT Towing Examiners Tablets Mini Expos Cycling UK Links Safe Overtaking (video) Car Dooring (video) PDF Guides. Other Cycling Issues.

Show recorded on 13/11/19 - released 30/11/19 71 minutes In this marathon length podcast we tackle Roundabouts, voice concerns over new drivers, the use of electronic devices and listen to the Big Learner Relay Choir! New Driver Concerns Driving On The Motorway Bad Weather Large Roundabouts Smart Motorway Concerns Use Of Electronic Devices Breathaliser Impementation Parking On The Pavement In London The Stationary Office Big Learner Relay Choir

Show recorded on 14/10/19 - released 12/11/19 40 minutes In this show we look at the importance of being patient and how we get that across to our pupils. Can You Be Patient Please! Fax Machines Light Sequence Follow Through Lack Of Theory   .

Show recorded on 14/10/19 - released 23/10/19 40 minutes In this show we speak to Richard Borges from Intelligent Instructor about the recent Expo 2019 event. Stand Feedback Busy Times Speaker Response John Sheridan Interview Award Ceremony Lynne Barrie Interview Links Conference and Expo 2019

Show recorded on 28/8/19 - released 11/9/19 1hr 11 minutes In this show Mark Magee from the DVSA, explains in detail about the upcoming use of tablets by driving examiners to mark the driving test. Digital Driving Test Valid MOT and Insurance Roll Out Tabiet Housing Broken Ipad Hardware The DL25 IT Health Check The Wallet Links Conference and Expo 2019

Show recorded on 28/8/19 - released 8/9/19 42 minutes We are joined in the studio by Mark Magee from the DVSA and in this show we read through our correspondence. The recording ended up being over an hour and a half, so I have taken the initial part of the show and released it here. The the main content which is termed 'The Digital Driving Test' and the reason for Mark joining us, will be released later in this week on the 11th of September.  EV Presentations Climate Change Carbon Emissions Eco Driving

Show recorded on 11/7/19 42 minutes In this show Nick Elliot and Peter answer some correspondence, talk about many things including Handbrakes, Parking, Idling your engine and old tyres!  Don't Be Idol No Parking 10 Year Old Tyres Teaching Handbrakes Links Conference and Expo 2019

In Theory Show recorded on 11/7/19 37 minutes In this show Nick Elliot and Peter answer some correspondence, talk about the motorway and HGV lanes and moan about cycling mentors! Correspondence Red Line HGV Lanes Theory Test Pass Rate Dip Cycling Mentors Vision Zero Links Conference and Expo 2019

Eco Driving Show recorded on 16/5/19 40 minutes In this show our guests have departed and we talk mostly about Eco Driving.  Eco Driving Courses Cruise Control Power At Move Off New Chief Driving Examiner Instructor Awards Links Conference and Expo 2019 .

Show recorded on 16/5/19 103 minutes In this show we are joined in the studio by Richard Borges and Karianne from Intelligent Instructor and amongst other things we talk about the conference and expo that is being planned for October. National Coference Presenters The Grounds Karianne Smart Motorways Correspondence EV Talk Links Rob Cooling's EV presentation An honest, upbeat and realistic guide to being an EV driving instructor exploring the rise of automatics, the ups and downs of life in an electric car, whether it’s the right choice for you and an appraisal of the current situation as we head towards a rather exciting future. To support the presentation there will be examples of modern EV’s to look around and ask questions about. Book into the Instructors Network Seminar in Kegworth

Show recorded on 6/3/19 49 minutes In this show we take a look at Smart Motorways, speed limiters and removal from the register amongst many other things!  Mock Test Smart Motorways Speed Limiters Removal from ADI Register Download the mp3 HERE! To download, right click and choose "save file as" (or similar) You can download the CPD notes and then and add your own notes, then use it towards your personal CPD. Download your PDF File from Here!

Show recorded on 6/3/19 45 minutes In this show we look into keeping healthy as an ADI, the problems of the comfort break and a new type of speed camera, amongst other things. Bee Free Getting Caught Short Audit Changes New Speed Cameras Undertaking Links Five tips to being a healthy ADI.

Show recorded on 24/1/19 45 minutes In this show we try and define rural roads, and talk about the new law relating to passing cyclists amongst other things. Rural Roads Shaving Cyclists Cash For Crash Mock Tests Handbrakes Links

Show recorded on 24/1/19 45 minutes In which we take a look at the government 'Driver 2020' scheme, which is being promoted to gather information on how newly qualified drivers cope on our roads and where their weaknesses are. Also we look at the work of 'Good Egg' regarding child seats amongst other safety matters. Driver 2020 2020 Video Register Here Child Seats ADINJC News Links Driver 2020 Good Egg . Download the mp3 HERE! To download, right click and choose "save file as" (or similar) CPD Notes You can download the CPD notes and then and add your own notes, then use it towards your personal CPD. Download your PDF File from Here!

Show recorded on 4/12/18 55 minutes In show 152 of Dipod we take a closer look into the online resource 'The Driving Hub'. We also start to get a feel of what we can expect at the upcoming and new 'Expo 2019'. The Driving Hub Learner Homework You and Your Vehicle Beating Driver Stress Good Old Days Choosing A Car Journey Planning Expo 2019 NJC Training Links Next years Conference and Expo

Show recorded on 4/12/18 45 minutes In which we look back at one year of the newest driving test along with some advice for the winter and we find out about operation zero vision. One Year Test Licence Renewal MOT Failures Winter Advice Eyesight Operation Zero Vision ADINJC AGM Links Next years Conference and Expo

Show recorded on 8/11/18 75 minutes In this extended show we get a very good taste of how the ADINJC conference by listening to some of the responses of delegates and we hear of the big plans for next year! Big News Driven Horses Intelligent Instructor Waverney Facial Expression Reading Pupils Who Is In The Driving Seat Homeward Bound DVSA Registrar Lynne Barrie Elliots Bit Air Ambulance Links Next years Conference and Expo Who Is In The Driving Seat .

Show recorded on 16/10/18 40 minutes In which we take a look at ideas for innovative ideas for modern junctions and road markings. Modern Junctions Sat Nav Usage 1 Year Old Test Reference Points Road Haulage Stats Links Holographic Crossing .

Show recorded on 16/10/18 36 minutes In which we talk about the slow down, move over campaign and we look at the British Horse Societies campaign to pass horses 'dead slow". Slow Down Move Over Smart Motorways Horsing Around NJC Update Links British Horse Society Dead or Dead Slow - YouTube Video The Driving Hub.