| Driving Test Success ALL Tests 2009/2010 Edition (PC) | 
| From: Focus Multimedia Ltd
Category: Software
List Price: £9.99
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Rating:  226 reviews
Platforms: Windows Vista, Windows XP
Genre: Action Games
Media: DVD-ROM
Discs: 1
Number Of Items: 1
Operating System: Windows Vista
Shipping Weight (lbs): 0.2
Dimensions (in): 7.4 x 5.4 x 0.5
EAN: 5031366017772
ASIN: B001AI7DCY
Release Date: July 25, 2008
Availability: Usually dispatched within 1-2 business days
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 Perfect October 15, 2008
b4-its-2-l8 (London)
44 out of 46 found this review helpful
As my daughter is the one who's learning to drive, I thought it made more sense for her to write this review, so here it is...
The DVD is really easy to use and provides a lot of useful tools.
One thing I particularly noticed which I'm sure wasn't on the previous version was the help with the practical test too. This is particularly beneficial for me as I'm not able to do driving lessons now but it's helping to prepare me for the kind of things I will be learning about and the final test also - I'm sure this section will become even more relevant in the run up to the practical test.
Back to theory - the tests have to be the best part in my opinion. It's so easy to go through them again and again and are a useful learning tool; it helps me affirm what I know, what I kind of understand, and what I'm just guessing about so that I can actually have an aim with my studying of the highway code rather than trying to learn it in one go.
I have always been daunted by the highway code, but now I combine the tests with the code to break it down into more manageable pieces. I'm learning much quicker too!
Also the hazard perception test is good; I'm not always sure what a hazard is and sometimes think a post box is but the huge lorry approaching isn't. So, this part is of particular help because it teaches me about recognising hazards when driving (which I would like to be able to do!). However it would be a bonus (for me, at least) if there could be two possibilities with the hazard perception test - the straightforward test, and then a more learning-as-you-go option, so for example if I signal a hazard when there isn't necessarily one, a little box could appear saying, "This isn't necessarily a hazard", or if it is then, "Yes, that's a hazard". I find it easier to relate if I get this kind of feedback during the test rather than at the end, and then I would be able to prepare myself more so that when I start practising for the test I could turn off this feature and do it without instant feedback. If this already exists, please tell me!
Overall I would highly recommend using the DVD for people learning to drive, and I hear it's good for those recapping too. It's easier to manage than the printed highway code in my opinion, not daunting, easy to use and I feel one can learn a lot faster with this interactive style as opposed to reading it all in black and white.
It's also preparation for the real thing not just in learning and doing practice tests but in that it is electronic, just as is the exam (to my knowledge), which means you become comfortable with that format and can recall information quickly in that setting, as opposed to trying to translate pages and pages of knowledge.
All in all, highly recommended.
Does what it says on the cover - and it's still relevant if you have passed your test September 28, 2008
Keith Joseph (West Berkshire, England)
17 out of 18 found this review helpful
This is the new 2008/9 edition. The program says it was 'last updated May 2008' and the content talks of 2007, but it's likely the information is really up to date, as laws change relatively slowly - besides the software can update itself via the internet anyway. Put in the DVD and the program installs quickly and runs perfectly on our Vista & XP gaming PCs, plus there are a few video options that can be set to ensure it all runs smoothly [useful as the training is very video based].
Start it up, and there's a great intro video outlining the reasons to drive safely: 95% of accidents are caused by human factors, seventeen under 25s die every week on the roads in the UK, a learner driver is 7x more likely to have an accident in his first 250 miles on the road. This video mentions research on why under 25s are so at risk, it's because they rely on their good reaction skills too heavily so that they become more aggressive in their attitude. This coupled with their inexperience on the road [hazard perception] is the cause of their notorious high accident rates [particularly among young males]. Whether any young man running this software will take much note of this is debateable, but at least the software might give them a few hazard perception skills and it will certainly help them pass the theory test [this is 'guaranteed' for users of this program] and the main driving test. For older 'safer' experienced drivers there's still much to gain from playing with this software, with it's prime message that "having the right attitude is the key to safe driving". As you would expect, it is very UK orientated, even the English voice-overs.
Once past the important intro, there's Theory test help [for the new DSA test], with training and then mock exams. You get similar help with the hazard perception test [which is the main cause of failure prior to the actual driving test]. The hazard perception test includes ten official sample clips [and many more of the same standard]. And finally there's the practical driving test, where you can view 60 video lessons, and there's show me/tell me questions plus a full mock driving test. Even more helpfully there's a lot of text/pictures that includes a Theory test book, all the roads signs you might be asked about, the official highway code, and 'safe driving for life'. There are options for learning when you are on the go, with things like printing out info and putting test/answers on your portable music player. The only downside is that the hazard perception videos are a bit blocky to the point that a distant hazard can be very tricky to perceive - not that you are marked down for it though provided you notice it as it comes nearer [click on it].
All for under a tenner, this is important software for any driver, and pretty essential viewing if your teenage kid is learning to drive. It will be well worth viewing this software yourself if you are teaching your kids to drive [so that you can ram home those safety points]. Great software.
GOOD BUY August 2, 2009
M. Patani
4 out of 4 found this review helpful
I bought this cd in preparation for my car theory test after reading some reviews. For the multiple choice part the cd covers all the questions as they are in the DSA book plus some possible questions the DSA may add in the future such as driving with a handsfree mobile set. The cd records your progress in each category and overall so you can see what sections you are weak/strong in which is good. It also keeps a record of questions which you continuously get wrong so you can see where you need to go over things. The format of the mock exams on the disk is just as it is for the test which was good too. The hazard perception part of the test can also be practised on this cd and as i have read from other reviews contains MANY more clips than the official DSA cd so was great to practice with and again it scores how well you do and what you dont do so well in. I passed my theory on my 1st try with this cd so am very happy!. There is also a practical section on the cd which covers the show me tell me questions which now are of a possible 19. Overall very pleased and would recommend for theory preparation!.
I haven't found a better product February 13, 2009
I. Macleod (Hertfordshire)
4 out of 4 found this review helpful
If there is a better CD/DVD to assist learners with their theory test, I haven't found it.
Absoulute good buy February 7, 2009
Ms. S. Kavlak (London)
4 out of 4 found this review helpful
I purchased this a few months ago, and for about a month I did the practice, and mock theory tests on it and i have to say the other day i passed it, 49 out of 50.
The questions that come up in the real theory are literally in this cd too.
The hazard perception clips also did a good job.
I'm definately keeping this for my practical as it has show me tell me questions too.
It even let me 'practice on the go' by downloading mp3 notes off the software onto my pc then onto my ipod!
Extremely reccomended buy.
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