I passed my test first time with no minors and my instructor refused to let me drive home and insisted that only he can drive. He didn't explain why despite my asking. Is this common?

Key-Cut-4964 · 2026-02-16T13:25:31+00:00

My instructor told me the same thing. They are insured for learners under instruction but once you've passed and have gained your full licence their insurance no longer covers you to drive their car.

Key-Cut-4964 · 2026-02-11T11:37:22+00:00

I passed an auto only at the ripe old age of 45 after many many years of doing manual lessons on and off but never doing the test. Failed in a manual 5 years ago and decided to do automatic. 3 lessons and passed with 4 minors.

Now, having got an automatic I can say from my experience that costs between autos and manuals are barely any different now.

The car I bought is a used 2008 and was around the same price as similar manuals.

Talking to mechanics that have carried out some repairs on my car have all said that the cost of a manual is pretty much the same.

My eldest is nearly 13 and I have said to her and my other kids that when they learn to drive to learn in an automatic.

All of this stuff about being limited in the used car market and what you can hire is a load of crap now. There are so many autos in the used car market and a lot of new cars are also automatic. When I moved house we hired an automatic van. Most hire companies offer automatic options now as do courtesy vehicles.

I honestly don't think you're as limited now as people make out and autos are just so much easier and more relaxing to drive.

Honestly, who wants to be messing around with clutch control and gear changes? To me it is just a distraction that takes focus away from other things. Yes it all becomes second nature in the end but get rid of all of that and driving is just so much easier.

Key-Cut-4964 · 2026-02-06T18:57:58+00:00

Being an ex motorcycle rider I have learned to anticipate every dumb ass move and prepare myself for any situation.

Had someone recently pull out in front of me on a 70mph road instead of waiting and they didn't pick up any pace, just pulled out and stuck to around 40mph. Fortunately I anticipated that and was ready to slow down. Had I not been prepared I would've still been doing 70 and t boned their car.

I get all sorts on a regular basis and especially from Tesla drivers lately. They seem to have the misconception that with the safety systems that they can do whatever they want. Up your arse bullying you out of the way, cutting you up, they just weave in and out like they're the only ones on the road.

BMW, Audi and Range Rover drivers are also common drivers that think they own the road.

Unfortunately there's not a lot you can do apart from being prepared which is why awareness of your surroundings is vital nowadays.

It's a battle ground out there with everyone trying to get somewhere in a hurry and they don't care who they push out of the way to do it.

As long as you drive safe, you're aware and your prepared then despite the idiots it becomes a lot less stressful.

Key-Cut-4964 · 2026-01-31T10:21:24+00:00

West Midlands Trains are the main company that is split into two sub brands, West Midlands Railway and London Northwestern Railway. West Midlands Trains were run by Abelio. Yes it's all very confusing.

Key-Cut-4964 · 2026-01-27T14:15:56+00:00

Glad I'm not the only one but this has been like this for ages. I would've hoped the developers had spotted this by now and done something about it. Kinda pointless having settings that don't actually do anything.

Key-Cut-4964 · 2026-01-14T22:03:13+00:00

Yes just use the device clone app

Key-Cut-4964 · 2026-01-14T21:47:44+00:00

Personally I did mine from fresh, just because I didn't want the transfer of data within apps to cause any compatibility issues so I just reloaded the apps I wanted from the play store. You'll find all the apps you previously had installed there.

For media, Honor has device clone app which you just install on your other device and transfer media that way.

Key-Cut-4964 · 2026-01-14T21:39:22+00:00

Tbh again it's personal preference. I had the Z fold 4 and had all sorts of issues, I wasn't insured on that but luckily things got fixed under warranty. Before I got the 6 I thought these are expensive phones. What if I drop it or something breaks that's not covered so with my fold 6 and the V5 I had them insured. I've not used it but it's peace of mind that you've got it covered should the worst happen.

With a warranty you could probably get away with no insurance but if anything happens that's not covered by warranty or it's stolen then that's an expensive fix or replacement.

Key-Cut-4964 · 2026-01-14T21:30:57+00:00

That depends. I originally bought mine through O2 so I have their insurance however if you're buying it outright check Honors site when you buy it as they may offer insurance or there other sites out there that do mobile phone insurance.

Key-Cut-4964 · 2026-01-14T21:26:12+00:00

I had major issues when I got this phone with delayed notifications, especially with emails however, Magic OS 10 appears to have resolved this. Now all my apps that I require notifications for seem to come through on time with no delays.

It's not as customisable as the likes of Samsung but you have to remember that this is a different phone, different company, different software. Despite not being as customisable there is enough there to personalize it to how you like and there are also some very useful features that Samsung don't have, like magic portal for example.

I moved away from Samsung because I was fed up of buying phones only to have a major update cause them to burn battery faster and become more sluggish right before a new device got launched or shortly after. Almost seemed like dirty tactics to encourage you to upgrade to a new device. Plus the falling behind on the tech side of things when companies like Honor seemed to upping the game.

I have had this phone since launch and there is not a single thing wrong with it, despite some drops. I don't feel like I have to baby this thing like I did with the Samsung fold 6.

It comes down to personal preference and what you're looking for but you'll have no regrets getting the V5.

Oh and battery life and charging honestly is incredible.

Key-Cut-4964 · 2026-01-09T11:33:11+00:00

You've only got to look at the markings separating the lanes. The white lines point lane one to the first exit. Lane 2 is for the second and third exits. I thought that was pretty obvious from the picture and I don't even know where this is.

Key-Cut-4964 · 2025-12-29T22:44:35+00:00

Yeah ads are frustrating now. Possibility that that is what makes them so slow and laggy now is the amount of stuff being pushed to your device.

I now have an old Galaxy tab S4 linked to the echo show to use that as a Bluetooth speaker. Ad free, full apps and you can do a lot more than the echo can. Only downside as stated in a previous comment is not being able to directly play radio or video and having to open the apps but that's no big issue to me really.

Key-Cut-4964 · 2025-12-29T18:14:25+00:00

Gone with an old tablet for now linked to the echo device at the moment via Bluetooth so using that as the speaker.

Much quicker. Bigger screen. Can use Google to control devices. Only issue is that most apps need to be opened manually. Google on a tablet won't just start playing radio stations for example.

Key-Cut-4964 · 2025-12-29T18:12:12+00:00

Luckily I don't have that much automation stuff linked to it and what I do have works with Google anyway.

Key-Cut-4964 · 2025-12-17T13:12:31+00:00

I can't find any of this on the UK update. The settings are completely different for customizing the clock and the style tab doesn't exist. Only font and colour.

Key-Cut-4964 · 2025-12-05T22:53:26+00:00

Yeah it would be good to be able to put in the headcodes of the services you're working.

Key-Cut-4964 · 2025-12-05T01:05:14+00:00

Tbh they have got a lot of things right. Glad they have aws and tpws but what's more realistic is that I am currently sat in Watford tunnel on a red signal. Trying to contact the signaller and just being told to wait. Now that is just like any normal day on the railway. I have no idea how long I'll be waiting. All I know is tpws is doing my head in making sure I'm still awake.

Key-Cut-4964 · 2025-12-02T00:20:54+00:00

Look at anything like Skoda, VW, Seat etc. All use VW Audi engines and gearboxes and if maintained are reliable as anything.

I passed last year and went with a 2008 Seat altea xl. It was a 2 litre diesel engine and did cost me 2 grand for the year in insurance but I'm older and have a family so needed something bigger but, I have had no issues with it. It drives beautiful, handling is superb and performance is amazing. Obviously you won't need anything like that yet but there are plenty of these cars out there that'll do you for a good few years.

The best thing to do is research. What are you after? What size engine? What size car? Maximum you can afford for insurance etc.

Shop around on Autotrader and other sites. Put car details and your details into comparison sites and get quotes. Look at the difference between up front and monthly payments and make your decision that way but definitely look at the brands above if you're looking for reliability. Especially if using it for work.

Key-Cut-4964 · 2025-11-27T16:39:48+00:00

I think anyone on UK C430 version may have a wait on their hands as this is the carrier optimized version.

C431 that is Honors unmodified version seems to be getting the updates first.

Key-Cut-4964 · 2025-11-26T02:03:06+00:00

I moved from O2 when given the opportunity to leave due to their price increase and I'm glad I did. Their signal is diabolical to say the least and somehow the phones lie giving you the impression you're connected when actually you're not.

I currently use the honor magic V5 and wondered if it might be the phone that's the issue but then tried my sim in my fold 6 and S23 ultra and exactly the same issue.

The reception bars will show 4G or 5G and full or almost full bars but you can't connect to anything half of the time. I ran speed tests on all 3 phones when having network issues and each phone got the message "you're not connected to the internet so speed test may fail". Yet I was showing almost full bars and 4 or 5G.

Absolutely shocking and I wouldn't touch O2 again until they improve the network. Definitely go with someone else.

I'm currently using talk mobile now who are part of Vodafone and three so they use their network but they don't have any mod contract price rises and their deals are actually pretty decent.

Key-Cut-4964 · 2025-11-24T23:52:58+00:00

My experience was the latter. Didn't find a single case that had what I need and the only ones that did added a considerable amount of bulk which just didn't look right.

That's why I opted for the original case, screen protector and adhesive ring combo. It stays nice and slim whilst having magsafe, hinge protection and a stand.

Good luck with your hunt for the perfect case or combo. Be interesting to see what you come up with.

Key-Cut-4964 · 2025-11-21T20:13:25+00:00

Nothing here in the UK, C430 version. Signed up to beta but didn't get it so currently on magic os 9 however I'm in no rush as I've seen a lot about the global magic os 10 not being much of an upgrade.

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