Yearly Archives: 2013
By Steve Wallace, Times Colonist, July 5th 2013 Addressing criminal activity causing death is the top priority of every police force in Canada. The leading cause of death as a result of criminal activity in Canada is drunk driving. There… Read More…
By Steve Wallace, Times Colonist, July 5th 2013 The relative risk each driver faces on a daily commute has a lot to do with where we drive. The route a driver chooses will have a dramatic effect on his or… Read More…
Do you know your signs? I am not talking about your sign of the zodiac, but of everyday roads signs. Here is a sampling of some traffic road signs of which every driver should be aware. Circle Road Signs Black… Read More…
By Steve Wallace, Times Colonist, July 11th 2013 To see ourselves drive as others see us can be an eye-opener. Canadian drivers are absolutely abysmal at negotiating roundabouts, Albertans being the exception. Many will stop before entering a circle, which… Read More…
July 18, 2013 By Steve Wallace Pedicabs and horse-drawn carriages are a great way to see the sights and sounds of Victoria. Tourists from all over the world, as well as celebrating locals, experience a leisurely entertaining and educational ride… Read More…
By Steve Wallace, Times Colonist, July 18th 2012 Over the years of being in the driving-school business, I have had the opportunity to do some very interesting, informative and educational activities. I was invited to do a ridealong with a… Read More…
Hand signals are a very effective way to communicate with other drivers, riders and pedestrians. Before every driving road test, the candidate for a licence must demonstrate their use. What are the 3 hand signals? Left Turn: An outstretched left… Read More…
By Steve Wallace, Times Colonist, June 21st 2013 How does an instructor know when a student is ready to attempt a driving road test? Here are some sure-fire signs of a new driver’s likely success on a practical road test…. Read More…
Student drivers must display an “L” while driving with a co-pilot for at least a year after passing a theory test. The “L” is replaced by an “N” when the learner passes the first road test. New drivers in… Read More…
By Steve Wallace, Times Colonist, May 10th 2013 Dave M. asked for clarification of lane position, as it pertains to the avoidance of the oil slick that often appears down the centre of a highway lane. Drivers should ride slightly… Read More…
