Driving anxiety is very common among drivers and can stem from multiple different reasonsHere at Ezyway Driving School we understand that this is something that many people are dealing with and we have many ways to help you through this process.
We are one of the first schools to focus on eliminating anxiety while driving.We will teach you ways to cope with your anxiety to help you pass your test and safely get out on the roads without the worry.
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Do you know what dry steering is? And how bad it can be for your vehicle?
Dry steering is when you turn the wheel of the vehicle when it is stationary. Some drivers will do this when they are reversing out of a park or trying to parallel park.This type of treatment of a car is likely to cause damage to the tyres and even bearings if this is done too often.
This manoeuvre is very difficult in older cars without power
-steering. Newer model cars it will feel easier but the pressure is still being put on the tyres.
It is recommended to keep the car moving when you need to turn the steering wheel even if it is a very slow pace and feels like it is barely moving this will reduce the damage.While this won’t cause you to fail your test or incur any penalties, unnecessary wear and tear on your car can cause safety issues or expensive repairs in the long run. Catch yourself and change the habit before it costs you.
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Our cars can be our pride and joy. But did you know that your steering wheel has up to 4-times as many germs on it than a public toilet seat? Just imagine for a moment, all those things you touch, before and after you use your car each and every day. It's enough to make your skin crawl, right?
We should always be mindful of what germs we are transferring from surface to surface, but now that Coronavirus Covid-19 is here, its even more important than ever.

When we go shopping, for example, we touch trolleys, products, shelves, cash and other germ-infested surfaces. We could hold these germs on our hands for close to 4 hours and Covid 19 lasts on surfaces like stainless steel for up to 72 hours. When we touch these surfaces, we can potentially be transferring the germs/virus onto everything else we touch, including our car.

Here are some simple steps you can take, to help you keep you car clean and safe from Coronavirus Covid-19 germs, which you may have picked up along the way...

Tip 1: Wipe All SurfacesWith an antibacterial wipe or spray/cloth, wipe over all surfaces of the car, which may have been or could be touched by yourself or someone else. 
This includes (but not limited to): Dashboard, all buttons and aircon vents, all console areas, gear shift, hand brake, indicators, wipers, steering wheel, mirrors and side mirror adjustment, seat adjustment, seat belt, door handles (inside and out), visors and keys.
**For maximum benefit, this should be done before AND after using the car.


Tip 2: Hand SanitiserAfter wiping surfaces, finish off by applying hand sanitiser to ensure all germs remaining on your hands are gone.
Try to avoid touching your face while driving, as it could spread germs back onto the wheel again. 

**For maximum benefit, this should be done before AND after using the car.


Tip 3: Disinfectant SpraySpray Glen20 or similar antibacterial/disinfectant spray throughout the car when you leave. This allows for any remaining airborne germs to die off whilst the car sits empty.


Tip 4: Wear Gloves
Now I know, you're going to feel awfully silly doing this but it's not a bad idea...
You may want to keep a pair of driving gloves in the car for this purpose, or use disposable rubber gloves. It'll feel weird to drive with them on at first, but its a good alternative if you don't have any hand sanitiser.


Extra Tips:
We all know the basic rules of washing your hands thoroughly, coughing/sneezing into your elbow, don't touch your face, don't shake hands, social distancing etc. But here are some extra things you can do to ensure you slow down or even stop, the spread of Coronavirus...

Be sure to wipe over your phone as much as possible, as they are in our hands ALOT. No point sanitising your hands if your phones are carrying the germs.
Carry a zip lock bag with you, so if you're transacting with money, get the cashier to put the change into the bag for you. Once home, empty the money out onto a surface and spray/clean each individual piece thoroughly. Once dry, you can then put into your wallet. Money can be a huge carrier of all germs, not just Coronavirus.
Open public doors with paper towel, tissue, cloth or gloves, wherever possible. And keep your door handles at home clean too.
If eating out, wipe over cutlery with antibacterial wipes. 
All-in-all, we just have to do the best we can to keep from spreading this virus. A little bit of precaution now, can hopefully see the end of the Coronavirus, quicker than we expected.
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At Ezyway, we are taking strict precautionary measures to ensure we keep ourselves AND our cars as sanitary as possible. The health and safety of our instructors AND our students is our utmost priority in these uncertain times. Coronavirus Covid-19 has become a world-wide concern which our team are taking seriously. We would all like this to be over as quick as possible, and in order to do so, we ALL must heed to the advice being given by the government and follow the strict guidelines put in place.
In saying that, we are continuing our lessons as normal - until such time as we need to or are told to stop. 
(Government advice permitting.)

But please, we do ask that you inform us if you are feeling ill in any way, as we can postpone your lessons until you're feeling well again. As we will extend the same courtesy to you. It's always best to be safe than sorry

Rules and regulations are changing every day and we will do our best to keep a finger on the pulse, as we urge you to do the same.

Click this link to view the latest Coronavirus Covid-19 updates
https://www.health.qld.gov.au

Our aim is to keep the calm, by following procedures, in order to keep everyone safe. We are not doing so, in order to create more hysteria.

If we all take the necessary precautions, be smart about our hygiene and pay attention to the warning signs, then we may be able to ride this out with as little upset as possible. 

We really do appreciate your co-operation throughout this trying time. Thank you for sticking by us and supporting us as we continue to provide you with the best service we can offer. Let’s not allow the fear to win.

Please feel free to contact us if you have any questions or concerns about continuing lessons. 

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