This week, Kev and Tracey welcomed Amanda Lane—Deputy Chief Driving Examiner and Head of Driver Testing and Training Policy at the DVSA—to share a fascinating look at the driving test from the examiner’s perspective.

We chat about:

• Why nerves are so common before the driving test (and what examiners do to help)
• The importance of mock tests and getting truly ready for independence behind the wheel
• How remembering that examiners are human can transform your test-day mindset

While listening to this episode, ask yourself:

• Do you feel ready—both confident and competent—to drive independently?
• What are your expectations around test day, and how might you change your perspective?
• How can practising and mock testing help you manage your nerves and prepare for real-world driving?

Ready to Pass Campaign: https://readytopass.campaign.gov.uk/

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In this episode, Tracey and Kev are joined by Charlotte Carter, a leading global high-performance mentor and transformation coach, to dive deep into the mindset shifts and emotional hurdles that often appear on the journey to driving confidence.

We chat about:

• The hidden layers behind driving anxiety, including fear of success, fear of failure, and fear of judgment
• Practical strategies for managing nerves, regulating your emotional state, and turning anxiety into excitement (“nerve-cited”!)
• How your self-identity and beliefs shape your driving journey—and ways to reprogram them for growth and confidence

While listening to this episode, ask yourself:

• What comes up for you around passing, failing, or being judged when it comes to driving?
• How does your sense of identity—learner, driver, or something else—affect your mindset on the road?
• What simple practice could help you feel safer and more empowered as you take each step towards driving on your own?

Charlotte Carter

Charlotte Carter is one of the leading global high-performance mentors and transformation coaches. As the founder and CEO of I Dare to Leap, she helps high-flyers step into their power and harness their mindset and energy, ditching limiting beliefs and old habitual patterns so that they achieve their full potential. Charlotte is the host of the internationally successful, and recently rebranded, The Energy Of Success podcast, has written for many publications including Grazia, The Telegraph, Hello!, Metro and Marie Claire, and has contributed to an Amazon Bestseller.

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On this episode, Kev and Tracey welcomed Tom Stenson, head of training at ADI NJC, to share practical wisdom on driving psychology and building confidence behind the wheel.

We chat about:

• How our brains can trick us when driving, including the concept of “conspicuity” and why we sometimes miss obvious things on the road
• Negativity bias—why it’s easier to remember mistakes and how to train yourself to notice the positives
• Simple strategies to help anxious drivers shift focus, make safer decisions, and boost confidence on every drive

While listening to this episode, ask yourself:

• What hidden biases might be affecting the way you see and react to things while driving?
• How do you usually reflect on your driving experiences: do you focus on mistakes or successes?
• What small positive steps could you notice or take next time you feel anxious behind the wheel?

ADI National Joint Council: https://www.adinjc.org.uk/

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Are you ready to stop the search on social media and start taking action to overcome your driving concerns? Our Nervous Drivers Calming Kit has the online tools and video guides you need to master your driving anxiety. Get immediate access, starting from just £27

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In this episode, Kev and Tracey are joined by Dr. Lisa Dorn—Associate Professor of Driver Behaviour at Cranfield University and author of The Official DVSA Guide to Better Driving—to explore the psychology behind driving anxiety and confidence.

We chat about:

• How anxiety impacts driving performance, regardless of your level of experience
• The human brain, emotions, and why anxious thoughts can hijack your driving
• Practical tips for building confidence and changing limiting beliefs behind the wheel

While listening to this episode, ask yourself:

• How do your thoughts and feelings affect your driving experience?
• What situations behind the wheel make you feel most anxious?
• What’s one positive thing you can remind yourself of the next time you drive?

PsyDrive Website: https://www.psydrivegroup.com/

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Are you ready to stop the search on social media and start taking action to overcome your driving concerns? Our Nervous Drivers Calming Kit has the online tools and video guides you need to master your driving anxiety. Get immediate access, starting from just £27

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In this episode, Kev and Tracey welcome Des Payne from the British Horse Society to talk about towing horses, overcoming anxiety, and building confidence on the road.

We chat about:

• The unique challenges and anxieties of transporting horses, especially when they're in a separate trailer
• How preparation, planning, and practice runs can help reduce nerves and build driving confidence
• Practical strategies for managing tricky situations—like traffic jams and impatient drivers—while keeping your horse and yourself safe

While listening to this episode, ask yourself:

• What thoughts or worries come up for you when you're about to tow a trailer or drive with precious cargo?
• How well prepared do you feel for unexpected delays or incidents while driving?
• What practical steps could you take to be kinder and more encouraging to yourself, before and during your next journey?

Links: www.bhs.org.uk

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Are you ready to stop the search on social media and start taking action to overcome your driving concerns? Our Nervous Drivers Calming Kit has the online tools and video guides you need to master your driving anxiety. Get immediate access, starting from just £27

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In this episode, Kev and Tracey welcomed Jack Ashton—racing driver, coach, and sim racing enthusiast—for a chat about confidence behind the wheel, learning from mistakes, and the surprising parallels between motorsport and everyday driving.

We chat about:

* How early passion, family support, and sim racing shaped Jack’s journey from a learner driver to a championship winner* The importance of managing nerves, building confidence through experience, and bouncing back from mistakes* The growing role of technology and sim racing in both motorsport and everyday driver training

While listening to this episode, ask yourself:

* How do you respond to mistakes or setbacks when driving?* What role does your mindset play in your driving experience—whether that’s on the road or in a simulated environment?* How could practicing focus and awareness help you become a more confident driver?

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Are you ready to stop the search on social media and start taking action to overcome your driving concerns? Our Nervous Drivers Calming Kit has the online tools and video guides you need to master your driving anxiety. Get immediate access, starting from just £27

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In this episode, Kev and Tracey are joined by Mark Born, Head of the AA Driving School Academy and Operational Performance, to explore how technologies such as AI and virtual reality could support anxious drivers—now and in the future.

We chat about:

• How virtual reality is revolutionising driver and instructor training, making practice safer and more accessible for nervous drivers
• The potential of AI and in-car technology to help track progress, build confidence, and personalise learning
• The importance of balancing technology and human support, ensuring anxious drivers feel empowered, not overwhelmed

While listening to this episode, ask yourself:

• How would you feel about practising tricky driving situations in a safe, virtual environment before facing them in real life?
• What kinds of information or feedback could help you feel more confident on your driving journey?
• Where do you think technology could support you, and where would you want a real person by your side?

Tune in for a fascinating glimpse into the evolving world of driving support!

Mark Born

Head of AA Driving School Academy & Operational Performance I’ve spent the past 20 years working in driver training and education around the world, helping people become safer, more confident drivers. With experience across different countries and licensing systems, I bring both industry knowledge and a passion for making learning to drive easier and less stressful. My focus is on supporting learners and instructors alike, so that the journey to getting on the road feels positive and achievable.

Mark's Website

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Are you ready to stop the search on social media and start taking action to overcome your driving concerns? Our Nervous Drivers Calming Kit has the online tools and video guides you need to master your driving anxiety. Get immediate access, starting from just £27

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In this episode, Kev and Tracey welcome Jordan Jack Turner—fitness coach, breathwork practitioner, and mindfulness teacher—for an uplifting conversation about how driving, breathwork, and coaching are all connected.

We chat about:

• How driving lessons can be a gateway to self-discovery and life skills
• Using breathwork techniques to manage stress and emotions—both on the road and in daily life
• The power of “let’s see” thinking and authenticity when facing challenges

While listening to this episode, ask yourself:

• How do you respond to challenges, both while driving and in life?
• What simple techniques could you use to pause, check in with yourself, and reset?
• Where in your journey could a “let’s see” attitude make room for unexpected growth and possibilities?

Get in Touch with Jordan Jack Turner

Website: https://jordanjackturner.com/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jordanjackturner

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Are you ready to stop the search on social media and start taking action to overcome your driving concerns? Our Nervous Drivers Calming Kit has the online tools and video guides you need to master your driving anxiety. Get immediate access, starting from just £27

Nervous Drivers Calming Kit: https://confident-drivers.newzenler.com/courses/nervous-drivers-calming-kit

Do you know that you would like some individual support from us, to create a personalised plan with our help and added accountability to take action? Then our Driving Confidence coaching will help, we offer four different levels of help to suit your needs.

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