It’s Time for Learner Drivers to Expand Their Experience

Posted on August 6, 2019 by Hayley

The Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA) have issued a new campaign into broadening the experience of learner drivers. There are many things that you must learn and experience in order to be able to pass your practical driving examination. From December 2017, the driving test was changed in order to make sure that new drivers have the up-to-date skills they need to help them in safe driving. Throughout the … Read more →

The Top Reasons for Failing the UK Driving Test

Posted on July 30, 2019 by Hayley

The Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA) has revealed the top reasons that people failed the driving test in the last year. It is of vital importance that learner drivers can drive safely. They need the skills to drive on all types of roads before taking a driving test. Learner drivers need to prepare for a lifetime of safe driving, not learn just enough to pass a driving test. The … Read more →

Frequently Asked Questions About Intensive Driving Courses & The Driving Test

Posted on June 11, 2019 by Hayley

What are intensive driving courses? If you need to pass your driving test in a hurry, intensive driving courses (also commonly known as driving crash courses) offer you the opportunity to dramatically reduce the time it takes you to pass your driving test. How long does it take to pass an intensive driving course? An intensive driving course will usually consist of a set number of hours of driver training … Read more →

One Year of Motorway Driving for Learners

Posted on June 7, 2019 by Hayley

There have been many changes introduced to the driving test over the years in order to help learner drivers experience a range of real driving experiences and improve their confidence. This week marked the first anniversary of learner drivers being allowed to practice on a motorway along with an approved driving instructor. The purpose of allowing learners to practice on motorways was to help reduce the number of novice drivers … Read more →

What’s a Roundabout? Shocking Lack of Road Knowledge Displayed by UK Drivers

Posted on October 17, 2018 by Hayley

A survey conducted by the UK’s largest independent road safety charity, IAM RoadSmart, found that many drivers have a real lack of awareness of the rules of the road, putting themselves and others in danger. More than 50% admitted their road knowledge was so poor, they didn’t recognise the roundabout sign. More than two-thirds of drivers admitted they had no understanding of the two second rule. Over 1,000 motorists participated … Read more →

Driving Test Changes Dec 2017

Posted on October 18, 2017 by Janice Stringer

In Dec 2017 there will be changes made in the way the UK driving test is carried out. The changes have been designed to ensure that learner drivers pass their driving test well equipped to have a lifetime of safe driving. All driving tests after the 4th Dec will follow this procedure even if you are taking a retest, have cancelled and rebooked or moved your test date. Any A Pass … Read more →

Get Ready For Changes to UK Driving Test in Dec 2017

Posted on April 28, 2017 by Janice Stringer

In Dec 2017 there will be four main changes to the UK Driving Test: 1. The independent driving part of the test will increase from 10 to 20 mins 2. Following Directions from a Sat Nav Only an Examiner provided Sat Nav can be used They will set up the Sat Nav and route You’ll be able to ask Examiner for confirmation of where you are going, if you are unsure … Read more →

NASP Report December 2016

Posted on December 21, 2016 by Tony

Many of you will know that the National Assoc Strategic Partnership (NASP) is made up of the DVSA and industry bodies and that it meets regularly to look at various aspects of the driving instruction industry and road safety matters. On the 7th of December NASP met and various topics were discussed, • Examiner Recruitment • ADI Part 3 • Learners on Motorways • Practical Test Changes Mark Magee opened … Read more →

Does Driving Make You Appy?

Posted on April 22, 2016 by Janice Stringer

No it’s not a typo – I genuinely mean it. Does driving make you Appy? I have to admit that I love watching TV and going to the Movies but don’t always appreciate adverts. Yet when I saw this particular one for Take the Aviva Drive Challenge – relating to a possible reduction in car insurance. If you pay over £200 a year and most learners and newly passed definitely do! I decided that … Read more →

Changes to the UK Driving Licence : No More Counterpart

Posted on June 9, 2015 by Hayley

From yesterday, Monday 8th June 2015, the paper counterpart of the UK driving licence will no longer be issued by the DVLA. Here’s what you need to know about the changes. The paper counterpart of the UK driving licence has been used to display information about driving licences that is not included in the photocard, which was introduced in 1998. These details include the vehicle categories that you are entitled … Read more →