Dipod - The Driving Instructors Podcast

Peter King

Being a driving instructor can be lonely business in so far as feedback and ideas are concerned.

The Driving Instructors Podcast (DIPOD) is where UK driving instructors can come to find out more about their industry, with news, views, commentary and guests.

We are always looking for your feedback too, so remember to -
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#267
Monday · 52 min
Show 267 - Mobile Devices
Show recorded on 30/10/26 released 9/11/26 52 minutes In which we are once again joined by ex-examiner Ali Saddique and where amongst other things we discuss the rules surrounding the use of mobile devices. Check Test Preperation Mobile Devices Ponts On License Car Screens DVSA Retention Comfort Zones Parallel Park and Other Stories Ali's Workshops Links Ali Saddique's webite Instagram @masterdrivertrainer
#266
October 30 · 1 hr 18 min
Show 266 - Safe Guarding
Show recorded on 30/10/26 78 minutes In which we are once again joined by ex-examiner Ali Saddique and we discuss the importance of safe guarding and tightening of the rules and responsibilities with respect to ADIs. Ali's Background Backlog Code Of Practice Time Management Concious Bias Barriors Safe Guarding Courses John Milne OBE Handbrakes Links Ali Saddique's webite Updated Code Of Practice
#265
October 6 · 52 min
Show 265 - New Code Of Practice
Show recorded on 2/10/26 53 minutes In which we look at the updated Code Of Practice for ADIs and discuss the training that ADIs go through to become an instructor. Training Of ADIs Pink Licence Testing ADIs Too Much Info Updated COP Pink Licence Debate Links Updated Code Of Practice DVSA Blog
#264
September 10 · 39 min
Show 264 - National Standards Part One
Show recorded on 19/8/26 released 10/9/26 37 minutes In which we start studying the National Standards for Driver and Rider training. NI Restriction Speeding Stats Cruise Control National Standards For Driver Training 6 Unit 3 Speed Limit Performance Standards Hand Signs Evidence Based Manageable Pieces Links National Standards for Driver - PDF
#263
August 21 · 55 min
Show 263 - Introducing National Standards
Show recorded on 19/8/26 55 minutes In which we find out what some people do for 'likes' and we start our series taking a closer look at the National Standards for Driver and Rider training. Lesson Length Head On For Likes Cruise Control Communicating Crash Hats Elephants National Standards Intro Links National Standards for Driver - PDF
#263
August 21 · 55 min
Show 263 - Introducing National Standards
Show recorded on 19/8/26 55 minutes In which we find out what some people do for 'likes' and we start our series taking a closer look at the National Standards for Driver and Rider training. Lesson Length Head On For Likes Cruise Control Communicating Crash Hats Elephants National Standards Intro Links National Standards for Driver - PDF
#262
August 10 · 52 min
Show 262 - Reimbursements
Show recorded on 27/7/26 Released 10/8/26 58 minutes In which we read through some correspondence and find out how things are going with the booking service and getting reimbursements for tests cancelled by the DVSA. Correspondence Test Waiting Times Traffic Light Fun Six Service Wait Reporting Booking Service Misuse Cancellation Fee Costs Links Report Abuse of Booking System
#261
July 30 · 58 min
Show 261 - Ray Seagrave
Ray Seagrave Show recorded on 27/7/26 58 minutes In which we invite Ray Seagrave onto the show who is an ADI and also an Ordit registered Instructor Trainer. Ray Seagrave Links National Conference & Expo '26 - National Conference & Expo '26 Ray Seagrave's Books
#260
July 2 · 38 min
Show 260 - Defribulation
Show recorded on 17/6/26 released 2nd July 38 minutes In which we take a look at some new questions that have been added to the theory test. Defibrillators Heart Attack New Questions Links National Conference & Expo '26 - National Conference & Expo '26 Un-0fficial Booking Risks The ADINJC sponsors Dipod. Discover the fantastic work they do and the benefits of becoming a member at ADINJC.org.uk
#259
June 18 · 1 hr 14 min
Show 259 - Test Booking Rules
Show recorded on 17/6/26 74 minutes In which we talk with ADINJC president Lynne Barrie and take an early days look at how the change in the booking rules is going, and we look at how the training of PDIs is progressing. ADINJC Activities Hot Water Changes Booking Tests Legal Sites Listening Ear Part 2 & 3 Examiners Ordit Pink Badge Changing Lesson Plan Coaching Adapting Lesson Links National Conference & Expo '26 - National Conference & Expo '26 Un-0fficial Booking Risks 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! The ADINJC sponsors Dipod. Discover the fantastic work they do and the benefits of becoming a member at ADINJC.org.uk
#258
May 9 · 1 hr 16 min
Show 258 - Minimum Learning Period
Show recorded on 8/5/26 77 minutes In which we go through another set of consultation questions and discuss the need for a minimum learning period for learner drivers. Further mandatory requirements What age Time period Theory test certificate extension Minimum number of hours Mandatory logbook Mandatory e-learning Exemptions Revoked licenses Links Consultation Form (until 11th May) 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! The ADINJC sponsors Dipod. Discover the fantastic work they do and the benefits of becoming a member at ADINJC.org.uk
#257
April 9 · 39 min
Show 257 - Slingshot
Show recorded on 31/3/26 - released 09/4/26 40 minutes In which we discuss the rights and wrongs of 'slingshotting' a roundabout and dealing with various busy junctions. Slingshot Motorway Driving Impatience Busy Junctions One Way Street Petrol Links Dates Of Changes To Booking Tests 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! The ADINJC sponsors Dipod. Discover the fantastic work they do and the benefits of becoming a member at ADINJC.org.uk
#256
March 31 · 53 min
Show 256 - Ready For Test
Show recorded on 31/3/26 53 minutes In which we go through some correspondence bringing up concerns about the recent consultation and we run through the dates of the upcoming changes to booking driving tests. Balloni Consultation Concerns Ready For Test Essex Figures Dates Links Dates Of Changes To Booking Tests 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! The ADINJC sponsors Dipod. Discover the fantastic work they do and the benefits of becoming a member at ADINJC.org.uk
#255
March 5 · 53 min
Show 255 - Training ADIs
Show recorded on 16/2/26 released 5/3/26 53 minutes In which with our guest Graham Feest we discuss how ADIs could be better trained in a more in-depth way. Pre Learning Extra Knowledge Delivery Aggressive Driving Psychology Training ADIs Mental Health Extra Knowledge Reprise Working In Schools Client Centred NLP Links Road Strategy Report 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! The ADINJC sponsors Dipod. Discover the fantastic work they do and the benefits of becoming a member at ADINJC.org.uk
#254
February 21 · 1 hr 24 min
Show 254 - Road Safety Strategy
Show recorded on 16/2/26 released 21/2/26 85 minutes In which we return welcome Graham Feest back into the studio to look though the recent 'Road Safety Strategy' report. KSI Aims Investigations Minimum Learning Period Record Cards Lesson Prices Passengers Vehicles Enforcement Headlights Motorcycling Signing Off Links Road Strategy Report 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! The ADINJC sponsors Dipod. Discover the fantastic work they do and the benefits of becoming a member at ADINJC.org.uk
#253
February 3 · 40 min
Show 253 - Controlled Stops
Show recorded on 21/1/26 40 minutes In which we return to our 'How Do You Teach That' features and we look at Controlled/Emergency Stops. Introducing Controlled Stops Why Do It When Do It ABS Reaction Times Under Control After Stop Progressive Breaking Mirrors and Observation 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! The ADINJC sponsors Dipod. Discover the fantastic work they do and the benefits of becoming a member at ADINJC.org.uk
#252
January 25 · 1 hr 15 min
Show 252 - Road Safety Publication
Show recorded on 21/1/26 75 minutes We welcome Elliott back and look through the DVSA's Road Safety Publication Post Crash Research Sink Holes Minimum Learning Period Consultations Cruise Control Cognitive Testing Notifying DVLA Road Safety Strategy Victim Code Links ADINJC Response to National Audit Office Report NASP Response to NAO Driving Test Report 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! The ADINJC sponsors Dipod. Discover the fantastic work they do and the benefits of becoming a member at ADINJC.org.uk
#251
January 5 · 38 min
Show 251 - Working Smart
Show recorded on 22/12/25 - released 5th Jan' 2026 39 minutes We continue our chat with Jason Reed and enter a very interesting discussion about how we run and present our driving schools. Presentation Working Hours Dress Code Quality Pupils Piggy Backing Independent Driving Links ADINJC Response to National Audit Office Report NASP Response to NAO Driving Test Report 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! The ADINJC sponsors Dipod. Discover the fantastic work they do and the benefits of becoming a member at ADINJC.org.uk
#250
Dec 23, 2025 · 1 hr 7 min
Show 250 - Musical Chairs
Show recorded on 22/12/25 67 minutes Whilst Elliot is not able to join us, we are joined in the studio by regular contributor and local instructor Jason Reed. DVSA Chief Executive Booking Tests NASP Report DVSA Profits Test Costs NASP and the NAO Links ADINJC Response to National Audit Office Report NASP Response to NAO Driving Test Report 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! The ADINJC sponsors Dipod. Discover the fantastic work they do and the benefits of becoming a member at ADINJC.org.uk
#249
Dec 5, 2025 · 32 min
Show 249 - Take Two
Show recorded on 10/11/25 32 minutes In our second session we kick back and talk loosely about some instructor issues and whatever else comes to mind!! Happy Christmas! Ouch Crashes, Coaching and Waffle Kids Roundabouts Links Child Care Petition 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! The ADINJC sponsors Dipod. Discover the fantastic work they do and the benefits of becoming a member at ADINJC.org.uk

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