Most candidates who have taken AAC training or accompanied driving have passed the exam to obtain a B license. The question that arises is do you need the code to start accompanied driving? What are the conditions for success? Find the answers in this article.
What is accompanied driving training?
AAC or Advanced Driving Learning training allows you to gain experience behind the wheel after initial training in a driving school. Training is done in varied circular conditions. Thanks to this training, it will be easy to pass the practical tests in order to obtain a driving license.
What are the requirements for accompanied driving?
Conditions are required on the accompanying side to be able to give the training with complete peace of mind. The same is true for the young person accompanied:
On the accompanying side:
To be able to accompany the young driver, the accompanying person is subject to conditions:
- He must first hold a B permit, for 5 years without any interruption;
- He must have the agreement of the insurer;
- He must have a clean record, that is to say: no manslaughter, driving under the influence of alcohol, no hit and run, etc.
- It must be mentioned in the contract signed with the driving school;
- He must have participated in the evaluation of the last stage of the initial training for the learner driver.
Initial training for the young person accompanied
Before embarking on accompanied driving, the young person must undergo initial training, including:
- A preliminary assessment that lasts one hour;
- Theoretical training on road safety issues. This training allows the accompanied young person to prepare for the general theoretical test;
- Practical training lasting at least 20 hours;
- The young person must also have the agreement of his tutor and the insurer.
It should be noted, however, that the highway code is compulsory in order to be able to start accompanied driving.
Speed limit during training
Indeed, the young driver is subject to a speed limit throughout the training and even after obtaining his license. Novice drivers should not drive at the same speed as traffic. This is why a special restriction is necessary for these novice drivers. Moreover, the "A" sticker for "Apprentice" on the back of the vehicle is very important for communication. Here are the speed limits for young drivers:
- In built-up areas, the speed limit is 50 km/h;
- In the 80 km/h on the classic road;
- On roads limited to 110 km/h, the speed must be within 100 km/h;
- On motorways limited to 130 km/h, the speed is 110 km/h.
How does the accompanied driving training take place?
After 20 hours of compulsory training, a certificate of completion of initial training is issued to the student, so that he can start driving with a guide. Provided of course that the student obtains the examination of the code and above all a satisfactory level of conduct. At the end of the training, the student must master certain points including:
- Control of a vehicle at slow, moderate speed, whether in light or no traffic;
- The choice of its position on the roadway;
- Cross an intersection or change direction;
- Traffic in normal condition on the road and in built-up areas;
- Be able to resolve difficult situations.
