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UR Driving School

Locality: Wynnum, Queensland

Phone: +61 7 3393 5556

Address: PO Box 9182 4178 Wynnum, QLD, Australia

Website: http://www.urdrivingschool.com.au

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23.01.2022 Wishing all Dads out there a wonderful Fathers Day.

22.01.2022 The weekend is just around the corner

22.01.2022 Christmas greetings to all from UR Driving School. Be safe, be cool, be Merry.

20.01.2022 From us to you

19.01.2022 Good morning. We hope the Easter break was refreshing. Tuesday’s car maintenance tip is : Car batteries Cold months are hard on car batteries. The colder temperatures mean that a car’s fluids are thicker, which means the battery uses more power to heat everything up and get things moving. ... It’s important to top up your battery with distilled water regularly, so the cells don’t dry out. Remember don’t use tap water! Any corrosion, which looks like white or green fungus, around the terminals should be wiped away. If it’s too thick to be removed easily, check the kitchen cupboard for some bicarbonate of soda. Make a paste of this by adding some water, then brush it onto the terminals and rinse off with hot water. If that doesn’t work, it might be time to invest in a set of new terminals. FYI, make sure you don’t do any of this work on the lawn or in your driveway. The acid will kill the lawn or leave white stains on the cement. Safe driving Peeps!

19.01.2022 This week we focus on Transmission Fluid. Low transmission-fluid levels will cause shifting problems and can burn up your car's transmission. It is important to monitor your transmission fluid regularly. Healthy fluid will be pink and smell sweet, while bad transmission fluid will be darker red, or even brown, and smell burnt. Many cars will keep a transmission-fluid dipstick toward the back of the engine bay. However, some cars don’t have a dipstick for transmission fluid at... all, and low or contaminated fluid will instead light a warning light on the dashboardusually the check engine light. For those of you with a manual transmission, plan to change the transmission fluid between 30,000 and 60,000 miles. That said, a vehicle under heavy strain (like a truck used to tow a boat or trailer) should have its manual transmission fluid changed at more frequent intervals. Likewise, automatic transmission fluid has a lifespan ranging from 30,000 to well over 100,000 miles. Its always good to check your vehicle’s manual before bringing an automatic to your mechanic. Safe driving Peeps.

19.01.2022 Do you know these road rules? https://www.racq.com.au//Road-rules-you-didnt-know-you-wer

18.01.2022 Well done Tham - Congratulations

18.01.2022 Thursday was a great day for Silun Sun. Congratulations buddy.

18.01.2022 Congratulations Danica Findlay. It’s a great start to your weekend.

18.01.2022 Stopping distances vary due to factors such as speed, type of vehicle, road conditions etc. For more information: https://www.qld.gov.au///driving-safely/stopping-distances

17.01.2022 #neverforgotten

17.01.2022 Overtaking - do you know the rules? https://www.google.com/url

16.01.2022 Nailed it Sukhdeep Kaur. Congratulations

15.01.2022 Last Friday was definitely a day of celebration for John Denholm. Congratulations on passing your driving test mate.

14.01.2022 While here is sunny Queensland we definitely don’t get anywhere near as cold as our southern states do in winter, there are a few things to keep in mind to keep your vehicle in top working condition for the remaining cooler winter months. Tuesday’s Tip for winter car maintenance is: Windscreen Wipers... Make sure your car’s windscreen wipers are in top working condition, as rainy winter days will be dangerous if you can’t see through your windshield properly. Worn windscreen wipers may leave streaks and marks on your windshield, so be sure to replace the blades. Replacement blades are fairly cheap to buy, and you can easily install them yourself. Safe driving Peeps See more

13.01.2022 Beep beep! Congratulations David Torres.

13.01.2022 Do you check your car fluids regularly? Do you know how to? Over the next few weeks, we'll post some basic information regarding checking your car fluids. Let's start with your engine oil. Check your engine oil when the car is warm and on level ground. Stop the engine and wait a few minutes for the oil to settle, remove the dipstick and wipe it clean. Push the dipstick all the way in, wait a second, and then withdraw it and check the level. The oil should be between the two marks. Remember to push the dipstick fully in when refitting. It is ideal to do this check regularly.

12.01.2022 Yippee and congratulations to Gayle Drego on passing her driving test today.

12.01.2022 What a way to close out the month of April for us!!! With another successful student, namely Geoffrey, passing his test of course. Congratulations mate. Enjoy the driving freedom.

11.01.2022 Hooray!! Hope passed her driving test today. Congratulations.

10.01.2022 Are you familiar with the rules about using your car lights? Lights You must have your headlights, tail-lights and number plate lights on when you drive at night or in bad weather that causes reduced visibility (such as heavy rain). If you are driving during the day in fog or in other bad weather with reduced visibility, you may drive with your front fog lights on, with or without your headlights.... High beam headlights You must not have your headlights on high beam if another vehicle is closer than 200m to youthis includes when you are following someone and when they are driving towards you. You may flash your headlights briefly before overtaking another vehicle, but make sure they do not dazzle other road users. You may be fined for incorrectly using your high beam lights. Fog lights You can only use front or rear fog lights if it is difficult to see other vehicles or objects due to poor weather conditionssuch as heavy rain or fog. You must not use fog lights in clear weather conditions, whether it is day or night. For more information: https://www.qld.gov.au/transport/safety/rules/road/common

09.01.2022 Congratulations go out to Yolanda on passing her driving test yesterday.

09.01.2022 Just a couple more hours and the weekend begins

09.01.2022 A reminder about multi-lane roundabouts. When to turn off a multi-lane roundabout You can position your car to be in the correct lane at a roundabout by looking for signs, lane markings and arrows when approaching the roundabout. Unless traffic lane arrows indicate otherwise, if you want to:... * turn left, use the left lane * turn right, use the right lane * go straight ahead, use either lane. For more information: https://www.qld.gov.au/transp/safety/rules/road/roundabouts

09.01.2022 Add Nick to that list of successes at UR Driving School. Congratulations mate.

09.01.2022 Tuesday’s Driving Tips: sharing the road with animals: * If you notice road kill signs, slow down and pay extra attention. It’s an indicator of wildlife in the area. * Kangaroos generally move in groups so if you see a kangaroo crossing the road, it's a sign that more roos will be following. * If you see an animal on the road, slow down and brake. It is best to avoid swerving to avoid endangering yourself and other drivers on the road. It’s far less dangerous to keep driving... and damage your vehicle than swerve to avoid it and collide with another vehicle or tree. * If you’re involved in a collision with an animal, do stop to check its welfare, but only if it is safe to do so. If the animal is alive and injured call your local wildlife rescue service. If it’s a dead female kangaroo or wallaby, be aware there maybe a joey(s) in her pouch or around her. * Drive slowly and be extra vigilant when driving at dawn or dusk as this is when animals are most active. * Use your peripheral vision and be aware of your surroundings, especially when travelling through forest or grassland areas where animals are not clearly visible. Drive safely Peeps! See more

08.01.2022 Hey there everyone. If you’re having trouble getting hold of us via the website or our landline, it’s not you, it’s a service disruption. Yes we decided to change internet service providers and well it hasn’t gone to plan. While this is getting sorted, please contact us via Robert’s mobile 0468 436335. Our apologies for any inconvenience and as soon as all is back to normal, we’ll let you all know. Safe driving Peeps!

06.01.2022 This week we look at brake fluid. Car brakes today are hydraulic. Simply this means that fluid connects the pedal to the brakes themselves. When you step on the pedal, a plunger pressurizes the brake fluid inside the lines, which causes the brake pads to clamp on the rotors and slow your car. It's supposed to happen instantly if there's any delay or abnormal feeling to your brake pedal, the fluid is the first thing to check. Over time brake fluid can become contaminated by... water, which can make brake lines rust. Leaks can also form, leading to a spongy pedal feel or irregular brake performance. Most cars have a brake fluid reservoir in the engine bay, and checking it is as simple as taking a look at its level and color. Like with other fluids, make sure the level falls between the minimum and maximum indicators. Add more if it's below the minimum, but make sure it's a type compatible with your car. Brake fluid comes in several varieties with their own distinct colors, but all should be translucent, not cloudy or dark. If you can't see through your brake fluid, get it replaced. Safe driving peeps. See more

06.01.2022 Our Tuesday winter car maintenance tip for the week is: Check your headlights, indicators and fog lights. Check to see that all of your car’s lights are in good working order - actually this isn’t just a seasonal winter car care tip. Visibility can be reduced in winter with fog, rain and other conditions. Ensuring that your car is visible to other vehicles is vital. It is easy to check the lights; when you drive into the garage, turn on your lights and check them against the... wall. This will allow you to check the high and low beams, and then left and right indicators from the comfort of the driver’s seat. To check the rear, reverse in the next night and do the same for the rear, by using the rear vision mirror you can check the white reverse lights, brake lights, indicators and park lights. Alternatively, get someone to walk around your car as you check each light and indicator. Safe driving Peeps!

05.01.2022 Tuesday’s winter weather car maintenance tip is: * Tyre safety: On wet, slippery roads, your tyres are especially important for keeping you safe after all, they are all that’s between you and the road. You must have a minimum of 2mm of tread over the entire tread area (which is roughly equal to the depth on a match head use this to check if your tread is adequate). Make sure you examine all the tyres, including the spare, for adequate tread and, if any are worn to the limit, don’t hesitate to replace them. Safe driving Peeps!

05.01.2022 Does the success not stop? Rupinder passed her test today. That’s three from three. Woo hoo!!!

02.01.2022 Now that we’re moving into the cooler months otherwise know as winter in some states, we thought a few car maintenance tips for winter is timely. Let’s start with Tyre pressure: All tyres, including the spare, should be inflated to the correct pressure. Incorrectly inflated tyres limit your car’s braking efficiency and its overall handling. Under inflated tyres are dangerous. If you’re not sure of correct tyre pressure, look in the car owner’s manual for the manufacturer’s specifications. Safe driving Peeps!!

02.01.2022 Today we look at: Power Steering Fluid Cars today have power steering. Power steering makes maneuvering easy at any speed, and many power steering systems are hydraulic, using pressurized fluid to make turning the wheel effortless (though some newer models now rely on electric streering). There's no set timeframe on when power steering fluid needs to be replaced, but you should still know how to check it.... Like with other fluids, look for either a dipstick or reservoir in the engine bay. The process is similar in that you'll remove the dipstick or check the markings on the reservoir. If the fluid is low just top it off, but it's essential to use the type specified for your vehicle to avoid damage. If you find that you're frequently adding fluid, it's likely there's a leak, and your car will become increasingly difficult to steer if it isn't addressed. Safe driving Peeps!

01.01.2022 Let's talk about Coolant care this week. With all the combustion and friction that happens in an engine, it produces a lot of heat. Coolant (also known as antifreeze) works to keep everything, well, cool, by absorbing engine heat and dissipating it through the radiator. Maintaining the correct coolant level prevents overheating. You only have to check this fluid every 50,000 miles or so, but if there's a leak or other issue it's important to know how to top it off. Warning: N...ever check your coolant while the engine is hot. Pressurized coolant can spray and cause burns. Always wait for the engine to cool completely before checking the coolant. The process to check coolant varies from car to car. If your car has a coolant expansion tank, look to see if the coolant falls between the minimum and maximum indicators on the tank. If it doesn't, open the radiator cap to see if the coolant is filled up to the top. Before you add coolant make sure it's a type approved for your vehicle and give the radiator a few minutes to "burp" out any trapped air bubbles before you put the cap back on. That's this week's car fluids maintenance tip. Safe driving Peeps!

01.01.2022 Have you had your car checked for this?