Seeing as you're driving on narrow and bendy roads (i.e. the very opposite of what you're used to) I think that you did amazingly well. Full credit to you for having the confidence to give it a go. It'll get even easier over time.........…………...…...…...the ancient Englishman.
Great job, you can tell from the compact nature how everything is built that cars wasn't even invented back then, most towns and country roads are quite narrow to pass.
You have a smooth safe driving style. As a motorcyclist in the uk i could'nt ever be happy with crossroad junctions as in the USA...c'ant really understand why roundabouts are'nt used there as here in the uk....much safer.
Very nice driving! I learned to drive on the left in Hong Kong, so as a former British Colony, the infrastructure design, layout, signage, road markings, traffic lights (Red-Yellow then Green aka. "starting amber"), complex roundabouts were exactly the same! In fact when it comes to road signage, it is USA and Canada that are the oddball. For example, everywhere else in the world they use the red circle speed limit sign, even Mexico! Most other countries around the world are signatories to the Vienna Convention for Road Safety, but it is USA and Canada that opted out and decided to implement the MUTCD instead, thus the signage you learn in the UK are very much universal with slight variations in other countries. I really like having the 3, 2, 1 Stripe system at motorway when exiting to slip roads, having the destination painted on the lane, and having arrows painted right on the pavement so you don't take a prohibited turn. I see cars in North America missing the "===>>" One-Way sign too often and turn into oncoming traffic, or ambiguous "cash-grabbing" no parking signs, whereas in the UK they have clear yellow lines; they rely too heavily on tiny signs in North America. Did you find it confusing to not see the yellow line in the middle for separating opposing traffic at first? There had been cases in the past where drivers from countries like Canada, China, S. Korea, Taiwan, USA confusing two way roads for one-ways since all UK road lanes are delineated with white striping. Sometimes seeing cars parked on the opposite side against the direction of traffic may add to the confusion.
Hi, interesting video, your driving looked fine to me, you dealt well with the refuse lorry and some awkwardly parked vehicles. You passed a very nice looking church and I'm pleased to see you appear to be near a Gregg's. Looking forward to your next video soon.
when I have driven in the rest of Europ I find I have to concentrate keeping right, if I am distracted I can wander to the left. when I come home I want to drive on the right, whoops.
hey, im an American too, well half American half Brit. I got my FULL UK DL 6 months ago too, I got 0 faults. How did you find the exam? I find its easier to Drive in the UK due to the fact that the other drivers are better drivers then U.S. drivers, and they are more courteous
The exam is mostly a blur now so I don't remember how many faults I got but I know I got a few. Almost stalled out because I'm not the greatest at driving a manual car but I've gotten significantly better. I totally agree with you that UK drivers are better than US drivers. It does make the driving experience a bit more relaxing.
You done well....more importantly, how well do you feel you done? Seeing that the use of the clutch isn't that common in the US, how do you feel you are coming to terms with it?
I think I drove well in the video but there's still room for improvement. I don't drive far from home so it would be good to practice driving in other towns. My first car back in states was a manual so I'm no stranger to it but it was quite an adjustment learning how to drive a manual again.
Hun not gonna lie I’ve driven in Europe and it was so difficult getting used to it lol but it’s so funny I was literally in that town this morning for work lol xx
WHY IS IT AN AMERICAN, DRIVING IN THE UK , ALL NATIONALITIES ARE WELCOME TO IN THE UK , AS LONG AS THEY HAVE TAKEN A RECOGNISED DRIVING TEST , IN WHICH EVER COUNTRY THEY COME FROM .!! .
Not a lot to say about it, better than most natives. I've seen some truly shocking driving here, biggest culprits are cyclists (think they can pass on the left, up and down kerbs, out too far from the edge of road), buses (mobile road blocks), taxis (think they own the roads), and worst of all the police (using electronic devices while driving....... and don't give me that old rot that they get trained, they don't!!!)
Note how many vehicles are parked facing the wrong way - you’re not supposed to do it, but many do, and get away with it. British pragmatism in action !
7:20 a restaurant called 'Happy Garden' that sounds like a dodgy massage parlour to get a happy ending for your lady garden. If you see this comment, what's your most or least favoured british slang for a growler/front bottom I'm sure your husband knows plenty ;)
@@NotQuiteBritish18 lol its OK I mean Rushden is alot better than nearby wellingborough due to the lakes opening but there's nothing to do for kids in the area. There are some beautiful villages in and around Northampton but as far as towns go most are in a pretty poor state. Near Rushden there's villages like Grendon and wollaston (the best school in my opinion in the local area) which are very nice and peaceful with easy access to town if you need, it's only my opinion but I believe these villages are the way to go as theres more community spirit etc
@@NotQuiteBritish18 if you go out to cogenhoe / castle ashby / Denton , they are all safer areas for kids like most villages and have great schools, I know northants pretty well as spent a good part of my life there, nearest nice town is probably olney. If you like history theres a pub not far from rushden in finedon called the bell inn ( I think) it's around 1000 years old so they claim, after the lock down might be worth taking your camera
Seeing as you're driving on narrow and bendy roads (i.e. the very opposite of what you're used to) I think that you did amazingly well. Full credit to you
for having the confidence to give it a go. It'll get even easier over time.........…………...…...…...the ancient Englishman.
Didn't she do well !!
Great job, you can tell from the compact nature how everything is built that cars wasn't even invented back then, most towns and country roads are quite narrow to pass.
Nothing at all wrong with your driving, well done you.
Loved the tour, smooth and with a great driver.
As a Brit I am very impressed.
Well done!!!
which Ford were you driving ?
You have a smooth safe driving style. As a motorcyclist in the uk i could'nt ever be happy with crossroad junctions as in the USA...c'ant really understand why roundabouts are'nt used there as here in the uk....much safer.
Looked good to me.
Very nice driving! I learned to drive on the left in Hong Kong, so as a former British Colony, the infrastructure design, layout, signage, road markings, traffic lights (Red-Yellow then Green aka. "starting amber"), complex roundabouts were exactly the same!
In fact when it comes to road signage, it is USA and Canada that are the oddball. For example, everywhere else in the world they use the red circle speed limit sign, even Mexico! Most other countries around the world are signatories to the Vienna Convention for Road Safety, but it is USA and Canada that opted out and decided to implement the MUTCD instead, thus the signage you learn in the UK are very much universal with slight variations in other countries. I really like having the 3, 2, 1 Stripe system at motorway when exiting to slip roads, having the destination painted on the lane, and having arrows painted right on the pavement so you don't take a prohibited turn. I see cars in North America missing the "===>>" One-Way sign too often and turn into oncoming traffic, or ambiguous "cash-grabbing" no parking signs, whereas in the UK they have clear yellow lines; they rely too heavily on tiny signs in North America.
Did you find it confusing to not see the yellow line in the middle for separating opposing traffic at first? There had been cases in the past where drivers from countries like Canada, China, S. Korea, Taiwan, USA confusing two way roads for one-ways since all UK road lanes are delineated with white striping. Sometimes seeing cars parked on the opposite side against the direction of traffic may add to the confusion.
Yes, the last paragraph is very accurate. I miss the yellow lines:-)
Hi, interesting video, your driving looked fine to me, you dealt well with the refuse lorry and some awkwardly parked vehicles. You passed a very nice looking church and I'm pleased to see you appear to be near a Gregg's. Looking forward to your next video soon.
Thanks! Never been to Gregg's so I'll give it a try.
when I have driven in the rest of Europ I find I have to concentrate keeping right, if I am distracted I can wander to the left. when I come home I want to drive on the right, whoops.
hey, im an American too, well half American half Brit. I got my FULL UK DL 6 months ago too, I got 0 faults. How did you find the exam? I find its easier to Drive in the UK due to the fact that the other drivers are better drivers then U.S. drivers, and they are more courteous
The exam is mostly a blur now so I don't remember how many faults I got but I know I got a few. Almost stalled out because I'm not the greatest at driving a manual car but I've gotten significantly better.
I totally agree with you that UK drivers are better than US drivers. It does make the driving experience a bit more relaxing.
@@NotQuiteBritish18 Nothing wrong with your driving !
Would help if the camera was facing forward and not to the left.
Good driving.
You done well....more importantly, how well do you feel you done? Seeing that the use of the clutch isn't that common in the US, how do you feel you are coming to terms with it?
I think I drove well in the video but there's still room for improvement. I don't drive far from home so it would be good to practice driving in other towns. My first car back in states was a manual so I'm no stranger to it but it was quite an adjustment learning how to drive a manual again.
Hun not gonna lie I’ve driven in Europe and it was so difficult getting used to it lol but it’s so funny I was literally in that town this morning for work lol xx
:-)
WHY IS IT AN AMERICAN, DRIVING IN THE UK , ALL NATIONALITIES ARE WELCOME TO IN THE UK , AS LONG AS THEY HAVE TAKEN A RECOGNISED DRIVING TEST , IN WHICH EVER COUNTRY THEY COME FROM .!! .
ah...you know you're on UK roads when you keep hearing the potholes ...lol
I am happy to tell you , Ms. Notquite ....you have passed your test yet again.
Thank You! :-)
Not a lot to say about it, better than most natives. I've seen some truly shocking driving here, biggest culprits are cyclists (think they can pass on the left, up and down kerbs, out too far from the edge of road), buses (mobile road blocks), taxis (think they own the roads), and worst of all the police (using electronic devices while driving....... and don't give me that old rot that they get trained, they don't!!!)
Awesome driving but I need an automatic..lol
I completely understand. My current car is a manual but the next one will be an automatic!
Note how many vehicles are parked facing the wrong way - you’re not supposed to do it, but many do, and get away with it. British pragmatism in action !
Couldn't have done better myself.
You drove like a true Brit...i bet you even wave
I didn't here her swearing at anybody.
7:20 a restaurant called 'Happy Garden' that sounds like a dodgy massage parlour to get a happy ending for your lady garden.
If you see this comment, what's your most or least favoured british slang for a growler/front bottom I'm sure your husband knows plenty ;)
This is rushden lakes I think, you should move to a better area most ppl in northants are on drugs or benefits lol go south it's much nicer
Wow! Didn't know that
@@NotQuiteBritish18 lol its OK I mean Rushden is alot better than nearby wellingborough due to the lakes opening but there's nothing to do for kids in the area. There are some beautiful villages in and around Northampton but as far as towns go most are in a pretty poor state. Near Rushden there's villages like Grendon and wollaston (the best school in my opinion in the local area) which are very nice and peaceful with easy access to town if you need, it's only my opinion but I believe these villages are the way to go as theres more community spirit etc
@@iamwatching5743 Those are some very good observations. I have been to a few towns in the county and some areas looked a bit shabby.
@@NotQuiteBritish18 if you go out to cogenhoe / castle ashby / Denton , they are all safer areas for kids like most villages and have great schools, I know northants pretty well as spent a good part of my life there, nearest nice town is probably olney. If you like history theres a pub not far from rushden in finedon called the bell inn ( I think) it's around 1000 years old so they claim, after the lock down might be worth taking your camera
@@iamwatching5743 Great suggestions. Thanks!
Jj
LOL i live in Rushden for my sins. No wonder my car insurance is so high.
Yea like the one from a Suffolk airbase who killed a 19 yr old on his motorbike, then claimed diplomatic immunity and fled the country.