The Art of Confident Driving

The Art of Confident Driving

Instructor Liz has now recorded her very popular driving lessons in podcast format, for every driver to have access to! Liz has been training drivers of all ages and abilities since 1997. From understanding basics to complex manoeuvres, she will talk you through her proven methods and procedures that guarantee happy, safe and confident driving. For full driving lesson episodes and videos search: theartofconfidentdriving or Liz Lafferty

Episodes

June 29, 2025 18 mins

Failed your driving test? You aren’t the only one. You didn’t get through. Your palms were sweaty, your indicators were… occasional, and your confidence is in a crumpled heap on the floor of the car. Whether you missed a mirror check, mounted a curb, or just forgot to check you speed —this is your second-chance starter pack.  Instructor Liz will talk you through what went wrong and how to fix the mistakes, so you ...

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Bonus Lesson: Hook Turns with Courtenay Rufus from CRUDE driving.

In this bonus lesson, we’re tackling one of Melbourne’s most unique driving manouvers—the hook turn. If you’ve ever found yourself wondering why right turns happen from the left lane, this episode will provide the clarity you need. Courtenay from CRUDE Driving joins Instructor Liz to break down this distinctive rule, ensuring you’re ready to navigate Melbourne’s stre...

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Tailgating is one of the biggest complaints about other drivers! Many people do it or are victims of it. Tailgating is also one of the main causes of crashes in the world today. Are you guilty of it? In this episode, Instructor Liz will explain why other drivers tailgate and what to do do prevent it.

Picture credit: TMR Qld

Instructor Liz’s full driving lessons and videos are available here: https://theartofconfidentdriving.c...

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March 21, 2025 12 mins

Navigating through adverse weather conditions can be challenging! Cyclone Alfred put South East Queensland on high alert and left many of us feeling anxious. In this episode, Instructor Liz will share her insights and recommendations for driving in poor weather, as well as the types of driving conditions you might face.

Full driving lesson episodes and instructional videos are accessible here: https://theartofconfidentdriving.com/

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Tyre/tire care or as Instructor Liz says, “Don’t drive on anything that isn’t road!” In this episode, Instructor Liz explains what you should do to get the most value for money out of your tyres, as well as how to avoid costly repairs! As the photo shows, discarded coach screws left on the roads can certainly do major damage.

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January 5, 2025 14 mins

Driving Test Tips 2. Instructor Liz gives more of her advice to make passing the practical driving test first go, much more likely! Her structured lessons have ensured that her pass rate has not fallen under 95% (first attempt) in the last 10 years, so by listening to this episode, you will understand why her students pass the test easily and confidently.

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Instructor Sonia joins Liz this week to talk about her experience as a parent teaching 2 of her children, then as an instructor teaching her other 2 kids! Both instructors talk about the more common mistakes parents/carers and supervising drivers make. This is a must listen episode for all parents new to supervising a learner driver.

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November 1, 2024 12 mins

Season 3. Welcome to season 3, where Instructor Liz graduates to her P2 podcast licence! It’s been an exciting couple of seasons in 1 and 2, with the bulk of Liz’s driving lessons being available to subscribers, this season, Liz will be interviewing some educational and fun guests as well as completing her Learn to Drive podcast programme. Join her in this season opening for a couple of stories where we find out that to...

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August 15, 2024 12 mins

Motorway merging can be challenging for not only learner drivers, but many fully licenced drivers. In this episode, Instructor Liz will be giving her top 5 tips for merging on to motorways and highways to make you more confident and happier when attempting this procedure.

From Liz: Please remember the basic road rule of “Keep Left” for all multi-laned roads! Be aware that other drivers have different levels of driving s...

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Instructor John is back! He will give us his tips on finding a good quality driver trainer. Since you are listening to this episode, you have already found a good instructor! Not everyone can, that is why I have recorded my lessons so everyone can have access to high quality lessons at a small price. I’m sure you know of someone who has had a lesson with a bad/poor instructor (it may even be you who had that experience), and ...

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July 10, 2024 11 mins

What happens driving test day? What should a driving test applicant know? Who’s car do they use? What will the examiner say? What do I do if I make a mistake? All these questions and many more will be answered by Instructor Liz, who has had over 27 years experience presenting drivers for the practical driving test.  Listen to this episode and be confident when you attempt the test!

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Holiday driving. How to get to your destination without stress, and be able to enjoy the journey! A few extra tips from Instructor Liz:

Learner drivers should have extensive experience with general driving before attempting highway and open road driving.

Travelling with the family can be a great adventure! But make sure you arrive safe and sound.

Don’t allow the driver to be distracted – kids, you must keep the driver ...

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May 7, 2024 9 mins

Examiner Vs Instructor, what difference does it matter if I call the Examiner an Instructor? In this episode, Instructor Liz will explain why some examiners can’t technically be called instructors! From Liz: “I think examiners have a tough job, but it doesn’t mean they are tough on the applicants. If you don’t agree with the assessment, you should ask calmly and respectfully for them to explain what the issu...

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Pre-Drive Checklist is essential when getting behind the wheel of a new vehicle. Many drivers (especially Learners) expect the controls in all vehicles to be the same! Instructor Liz will talk you through what is absolutely required before driving.

Host: Liz Lafferty

Full driving lessons and instructional videos here : https://theartofconfidentdriving.com/

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January 3, 2024 10 mins

Motivation. 2024 Happy New Year! It’s easy to be motivated at the start of the year, but how do we keep the motivation going? When learning to drive, trying to lose weight, keeping away from the booze, or any other task that we want to achieve, we can get setbacks or have problems keeping on track. In this episode, Instructor Liz explains why it’s so important to have a set goal and take small but consistent steps to ac...

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November 27, 2023 29 mins

On 30/8/23 an 87-year-old driver lost control of his vehicle while in reverse and was heading towards a 4 year old girl at high speed, when Casey Wright put his body in the path of the car saving the little girl’s life. It has affected his life, and the lives of those around him dramatically. In this episode, Instructor Liz has a chat with real life hero Casey and his partner Briahne, who have had to deal with the horrific injuries...

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November 10, 2023 6 mins

Spiral Roundabouts. They can be confusing for many drivers. In this free mini lesson, Instructor Liz will talk through the correct procedure to use this type of roundabout. These roundabouts have been catching test applicants by surprise when they are directed to use them on the test, and many have failed the practical driving test because the driver does not know how to use spiral roundabouts correctly!

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More rules you may not be aware of…. Are thongs ok when driving? Can I park in my own driveway? Am I able to have my windows down when I park my car? Can I have things hanging from my rear view mirror? Have a giggle with Instructor Liz while she explains these rules. Remember to check you own state or territory’s road rules!

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Australia has some weird and strange road rules (so do many countries!); Am I allowed to drive extra slow if I’m scared? Can I drive with my dog in my lap? Do I really have to indicate?  Is “tooting my horn” to say goodbye ok? In this episode Instructor Liz will explain some of the road rules many Aussie drivers are unaware of, or uncertain of.

Full driving lessons and instructional videos are available here: Home...

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In part 2, Liz and Rob discuss learning in automatic versus manual, senior drivers, and how the podcast is used for driving lessons so that everyone can have access to high quality, low cost driver education. Liz also talks about her dream of having driver training available for all young Aussie drivers, and Rob calls on Premiers Annastacia Palaszczuk and Dan Andrews to be the first in Australia to implement a driver training curri...

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