Advanced Driver Training

Roadcraft and IPSGA

Advanced training is based around the principles of Roadcraft and the IPSGA System of Car Control:

Information – Position – Speed – Gear – Acceleration

Rather than reacting to hazards at the last moment, the system teaches drivers to gather information early, develop a driving plan and position the vehicle correctly before adjusting speed, selecting the appropriate gear and using acceleration to leave the hazard smoothly and safely.

The aim is to produce driving that is:

• Safe
• Systematic
• Smooth
• Progressive
• Consistent

Observation and Planning

Good drivers see what is happening immediately around them. Advanced drivers learn to identify what is likely to happen next.

Training develops longer-range observation and encourages drivers to continuously interpret the road environment, including:

• Road signs and markings
• Junctions and intersections
• Other road users
• Pedestrians and cyclists
• Road surface and weather conditions
• Vehicle positioning
• Changes in traffic flow
• Potential areas of limited visibility

Cornering and Vehicle Positioning

Cornering is an important part of advanced driver development.

Drivers learn how to assess bends from the information available on approach, including the limit point, road signs, markings, surrounding terrain and visibility. Training focuses on:

• Correct positioning
• Appropriate approach speed
• Vision through the corner
• Smooth steering
• Balanced use of acceleration
• Maintaining a suitable safety margin

Commentary Driving

Commentary driving can be introduced as drivers progress.

Talking through what you can see, what it means and what you intend to do develops concentration and helps create a structured thought process behind the wheel.

Commentary may include See – Interpret – Predict – Plan – Act.

Used effectively, commentary helps drivers recognise hazards earlier and demonstrates that driving decisions are based on observation and planning rather than reaction.

Progressive Driving

Progressive driving means making appropriate progress when conditions allow while always maintaining safety.

It involves:

• Reading the road well ahead
• Creating space
• Selecting safe overtaking opportunities
• Avoiding unnecessary braking
• Maintaining suitable following distances
• Positioning effectively
• Using acceleration smoothly
• Adjusting the drive to changing conditions

Corporate and Fleet Driver Development

Advanced training is available for businesses and organisations wanting to improve the standard of their fleet drivers.

Training may include:

• Individual driver assessments
• Advanced observation and hazard awareness
• Roadcraft/IPSGA development
• Defensive driving
• Commentary driving
• Rural and open-road driving
• Motorway driving
• Cornering and vehicle control
• Driver attitude and decision-making
• Coaching following incidents or identified driving concerns

Who is Advanced Driver Training For?

Advanced training may suit:

• Experienced drivers wanting to improve their skills
• Drivers preparing for advanced driving assessments
• Corporate and fleet drivers
• Drivers who regularly travel long distances
• Drivers wanting greater confidence on rural roads
• Professional drivers
• Drivers wanting to improve observation and planning
• Organisations looking to reduce driving risk

Tailored Advanced Driver Coaching

There is no single advanced driving lesson that suits everybody.

Training starts by identifying the driver's current strengths, experience and areas for development. Coaching can then focus on the skills that will provide the greatest benefit.

The objective is to develop a driver who consistently demonstrates better observation, earlier planning, smoother vehicle control and safer decision-making.