A2B Driver Training

A2B Driver Training A2B is Ali Graham, a patient & relaxed top graded DVSA instructor.

A2B uses a supportive, yet challenging approach that will help you to recognise your strengths & weaknesses & is based on your individual needs.

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15/07/2026

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Are We Asking Too Much of Driving Instructors… or Just Not Understanding the Job?

Everyone thinks they know what we do.
Sit there.
Give directions.
Get someone through a test.

Simple.
That version of the job does not exist anymore.

Every lesson is pressure.
Real roads.
Real risk.
Real consequences.

We are not just watching traffic.
We are predicting it.
Preventing it.
Intervening in seconds when it goes wrong.

And at the same time…
We are managing anxiety.
Panic.
Overthinking.
Confidence that disappears mid-roundabout.

We are adapting for neurodivergent learners.
Rebuilding people after collisions.
Supporting adults who have not driven in years.
Sitting beside someone whose hands are shaking before the engine even starts.

But here is the part no one talks about.
We are expected to do all of that…
calmly…
consistently…
professionally…

While the world outside the car gets worse.
🚘 Costs rising
⏰ Test delays stretching months
📱 Drivers distracted and impatient
🧠 Learners under more pressure than ever

And still…
People think we are “just instructors.”

No.
We are risk managers.
We are decision makers.
We are the barrier between a mistake and a collision.

And most of it goes unseen.
So next time you get frustrated behind a learner car, ask yourself this:

Would you want that responsibility?
Would you want to sit there, knowing one missed moment could change everything?

This is not just a job anymore.
It is responsibility at a level most people will never experience.

It deserves more respect than it gets.

Please tag and share do not copy and paste my posts 🫶🏾
Sheena Ahmed
Motorvation School of Motoring

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06/07/2026

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🚔 The NPCC Operation Spotlight and Fatal 5 campaign starts today.

Throughout this month, police forces across the UK will be focusing on the Fatal 5 , the five behaviours that are responsible for a significant number of people being killed or seriously injured on our roads.

The Fatal 5 are:

🚫 Drink or drug driving.
🚗 Speeding.
🔒 Not wearing a seatbelt.
📱 Using a mobile phone behind the wheel.
⚠️ Careless or dangerous driving.

None of these are “accidents waiting to happen.”

They are choices.

Every time we get behind the wheel, we make decisions. Most journeys end safely because we make good ones. But it only takes one poor decision to change lives forever.

Whether you’re driving five minutes to the shops or setting off on a long journey, take a moment before you leave.

✔️ Put your seatbelt on.
✔️ Put your phone away.
✔️ Stick to the speed limit and drive to the conditions.
✔️ Never drive after drink or drugs.
✔️ Stay focused, patient and considerate of everyone sharing the road.

Road safety isn’t just about avoiding points or fines.

It’s about making sure that everyone gets home safely.

Let’s all play our part.

❤️ Arrive safely.
Nothing else matters.

Sheena Ahmed
Motorvation school of Motoring

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05/07/2026

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Responsibility.
It’s a word we often hear, but behind the wheel it carries real weight.

Wearing a seatbelt isn’t just about protecting yourself. It’s about protecting everyone else in the vehicle too.

In a collision, an unrestrained passenger doesn’t simply move forwards. They can be thrown into the driver, another passenger, or even a child in the back. What started as one person’s decision suddenly becomes everyone else’s consequence.

The law requires seatbelts for a reason, but this goes beyond avoiding a fine or penalty points. It’s about recognising that every choice we make in a vehicle affects the people around us.

Responsible drivers don’t just think about how well they can drive. They think about the safety of every person who trusts them enough to get into their car.

Before you set off, take five seconds.

✔️ Seatbelt on.
✔️ Every passenger checked.
✔️ No exceptions. No excuses.

Because responsibility isn’t measured by how fast you arrive.

It’s measured by whether everyone arrives safely. ❤️

Sheena Ahmed

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05/07/2026

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🚴‍♀️ SHARING THE ROAD THIS SUMMER ☀️

As the weather improves, our roads become much busier with people out enjoying their bikes. Some are training, some are commuting, some are simply enjoying a ride with family, and many are children heading to meet friends.

Whether you’re behind the wheel or on two wheels, we all have a part to play in keeping each other safe.

If you’re cycling:
🚴 Make yourself as visible as possible with lights when needed and bright or reflective clothing. A well-fitted helmet is strongly recommended.
🚴 Stay alert and anticipate what other road users may do.
🚴 Leave enough space from parked vehicles to avoid the risk of a suddenly opened car door.
🚴 Use cycle lanes where they are available and suitable, but remember you are not always required to use them.
🚴 Signal clearly when it’s safe to do so and make eye contact with other road users where possible.
🚴 Be aware of pedestrians, especially when crossing side roads, and remember they have priority if crossing or waiting to cross a road you’re turning into or out of.
🚴 Use lights whenever visibility is seriously reduced and between sunset and sunrise.

If you’re driving:
🚗 Remember that cyclists are among the most vulnerable people on our roads.
🚗 Be patient. A few seconds of waiting is far better than risking someone’s life.
🚗 Leave at least 1.5 metres when overtaking at speeds of up to 30 mph. At higher speeds, give even more space.
🚗 Only overtake when it is completely safe, with a clear view ahead.
🚗 Slow down before passing. Speed and close passes are intimidating and dangerous.
🚗 Check mirrors and blind spots carefully, particularly before turning left.
🚗 Dip your headlights when approaching cyclists at night to avoid dazzling them.

The Highway Code isn’t about choosing sides. It exists to help everyone get home safely.

Whether someone is wearing Lycra, cycling to work, delivering food, or a child riding to the park, they all deserve patience, respect and enough space to stay safe.

Every journey is shared.

Every road user matters.

Sheena Ahmed
Motorvation school of Motoring

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05/07/2026

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Feet on the dashboard might feel harmless.
It is anything but!

On long journeys it is not unusual to see front seat passengers resting their feet on the dashboard.
It looks relaxed.
It feels comfortable.
It is also one of the most dangerous positions a passenger can put themselves in.

In a collision, airbags deploy from the dashboard at exceptionally high speeds.
That speed is deliberate. It is what stops a properly seated passenger from striking their head and upper body against hard surfaces.

The problem comes when someone is not seated properly.

If a passenger has their feet on the dashboard, even a relatively minor collision can turn catastrophic. When the airbag deploys, the legs are forced violently backwards towards the face and upper body.

Common injuries in these situations include
⚠️ Severe foot and ankle fractures
⚠️ Shattered knee and leg bones
⚠️ Facial fractures
⚠️ Traumatic brain injuries
⚠️ Permanent spinal and pelvic damage

An airbag can deploy at speeds of up to 320 km/h.
Being kicked in the face with that level of force is not survivable without serious consequences.

These injuries are not just painful.
They are often life changing.

So next time the temptation creeps in to put your feet on the dash, stop and think.

Comfort for a moment is not worth a lifetime of damage.

Keep your feet down where they belong.

Have you ever travelled with someone who sits like this, or have you done it yourself? Be honest in the comments. 👇

If this post changes just one person’s habit, it’s worth sharing.
Please tag your family and friends so they see it too.
It could prevent a life-changing injury. ❤️

Stay safe 🫶🏾

Sheena Ahmed
Motorvation School of Motoring

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05/07/2026

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The Highway Code’s hierarchy of road users is about responsibility, not invulnerability.

Those in charge of vehicles capable of causing the greatest harm absolutely have the greatest responsibility to reduce the danger they pose to others.
That principle is important and should never be diluted.
But there is another conversation worth having.

Self-preservation.
Self-preservation isn’t about blaming vulnerable road users if something goes wrong.
It isn’t about taking responsibility away from drivers.
It’s about recognising that every road user benefits from making decisions that reduce their own exposure to risk.

Being legally right offers little comfort if you’ve been seriously injured.

As driving instructors, we spend a huge amount of time teaching people to anticipate hazards rather than simply react to them.
We encourage learners to think ahead, ask “What if?” and avoid putting themselves in situations where they have to rely entirely on someone else’s judgement.
That same mindset can benefit everyone using our roads.

A cyclist may legally filter through stationary traffic.
A pedestrian may have priority when crossing.
A motorcyclist may have every right to continue.

But each of us can also ask another question:

“Is this the safest choice, even if I’m entitled to do it?”

One example is when a lorry has just completed a long, patient overtake of a cyclist, only for the cyclist to filter back to the front at the next set of lights. Nothing unlawful has happened, but another overtaking manoeuvre is now almost inevitable a few moments later.
Sometimes we should ask not just “Can I?” but “Does this reduce my overall risk?”

The safest roads are created when both principles work together.

Drivers, riders and those operating larger vehicles should accept the greater responsibility that comes with their vehicle.

At the same time, pedestrians, cyclists, motorcyclists, horse riders and every other road user should continue making choices that protect themselves whenever they can.

Responsibility and self-preservation are not opposing ideas.

They complement each other because road safety isn’t about winning an argument over who had priority.

It’s about making sure everyone gets home safely. ❤️

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Sheena Ahmed

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