Chilli Driving School

Facing a steep slope with a tail of traffic can make even experienced drivers anxious. But mastering the classic hill start doesn’t have to be a drama. Here is your fail-safe, examiner-approved routine to pull away like a pro every time.

Firstly, make sure your handbrake is *on* and you’re fully secured. Now for the secret sauce: keep that handbrake *up* while you smoothly bring the clutch up to find the *bite point*. You’ll hear and feel the engine tone deepen slightly—that’s your cue!

Next, give it some gentle gas to build revs before smoothly releasing the handbrake. Balancing clutch, gas, and handbrake is the magic trio that prevents rolling. Before you move, ensure your mirrors and blind spot observations are spot on, and signal your intentions clearly.

With a little practice and confidence, you’ll be the calmest driver on the steepest hill. Stay sharp and drive responsibly out there.

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A 17-year-old male driver has been charged after a roadside breath test allegedly returned a high-range reading of 0.277 during a police stop on Thunderbolts Way near Uralla on Sunday evening.

The teenager was arrested and taken for a breath analysis, which returned a reading of 0.243. His licence was suspended and he will face court in July.

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Congrats Joe. Fun to teach and like your sisters, great company. My thanks to your family for trust. Good result on the mid-term break. Stay safe and don’t break any speed records on a double- demerit weekend!

Now that’s a look of pride! Congratulations Silas. Great smooth, flowing driving giving security to your passengers. Stay safe along your journey and success with your future plans.

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This explosive growth is now being linked to the nation's rising road toll, prompting calls for significant changes to fines and licensing.

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Alice, Alice, Alice - a great way to start your birthday sunshine. Congratulations young lady. A pleasure to teach. My thanks to your family for trust. Stay safe in your travels kiddo.