Don't forget yourMSPSL routine, it's The Ultimate Guide to Junctions.

You might have heard of the mirror, signal, manoeuvre routine.It is as familiar a part of learning to drive as L-plates and stalling, but many driving instructors now consider mirror, signal, and maneuver to be out-of-date.They are using the MSPSL routine, which stands for mirror, signal, position, speed and look.

The first thing you will learn when you start driving lessons is the MSPSL routine.It is a fundamental part of learning to drive and your instructor will explain it in your first lesson.If you haven't started lessons yet, it's a good idea to learn the basics of the routine now.It is always a good idea to make sure that you are completely comfortable with the routine when learning to drive.

You should be checking your mirrors whenever you are near a junction.If you are turning left or right, look in your interior mirror and check your door mirror.Don't look at the mirrors because you know your instructor is watching, instead take notice of what you see.

When approaching turns, junctions and roundabouts, you should signal to other road users.If you intend to change lanes or pull over to park, you should signal.

If you don't start signalling at the right time, signalling too late or too early can be fatal.

There is more to road positioning than just the right and wrong sides of the road.It is very important to correctly position your vehicle in the lane you are travelling in.If you make a wrong turn, you may clip the curb, which is bad news if you are taking a driving test.Make left turns from your usual position and move closer to the centre line of the road if you make a right turn.