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7 Awesome Gifts for Learner Drivers
Dare we utter the ‘C’ word? Yes, Christmas is approaching faster than Lewis Hamilton in an F1 car. If you know someone who is learning to drive, or planning on starting lessons in the new year, then getting them something to help them along is a great idea. We’ve put...
I Failed My Driving Test – What Next?
So you’ve failed your driving test, now you’re desperately searching the internet for answers as to why and what the hell you’re meant to do next. Failure is not an easy thing to deal with, but it’s important to remember it’s a learning curve which you’re most...
The Real Risks of Drink Driving
Some things go hand-in-hand with a nice cold beer, or glass of wine – festivals, Christmas, birthdays. However one thing that doesn’t go with drink is driving. The number of people seriously injured or killed as a result of drink driving is continuously on the...
Your Complete Guide to Pedestrian Crossings in the UK
Picture courtesy of Shirokazan, via Flickr Creative Commons. Everything You Need to Know About Different Pedestrian Crossings Pedestrian crossings are among the many road rules you need to learn when you’re first learning to drive. In the UK we have a total of five...
How to Save 30%+ on Car Insurance for New Drivers
New drivers: 30%+ saving on car cover with black box & Pass Plus? Car insurance for young drivers, and those who have recently passed their driving test, is notorious for being extremely expensive. However a black box insurance policy teamed with a Pass Plus...
New Rules for Learner Drivers in 2018
Since 4th June 2018 learner drivers have been allowed to use motorways across the UK as part of their driving lessons. The change in the law is a complete turnaround from the previous rules, which prevented learner drivers entering the motorway until they had...
West Midlands Theory Test Pass Rates
Taking your theory test is a necessity if you want to drive on the roads of the UK. But a recent fall in pass rates has caused outcry, as people across the UK believe the test has become too hard. The two part theory test assesses your knowledge of the highway code....
Your Guide To The Theory Test
Before you can take your practical driving test you must have passed your Theory Test. The two part theory test puts your knowledge of the highway code to the test, and checks you can spot hazards. But the theory test hasn’t always been in place. In 1996 it was during...
UK Driving Test Pass Rates 2011 vs. 2016
Taking your driving test is a nerve wracking experience, no matter how much of a confident driver you are. But what if your postcode has an impact on your chances of passing your practical driving test? UK driving test pass rates are a hot topic of discussion, and...
How To Stop Stalling A Car
Picture courtesy of Jon Collier, via Flickr Creative Commons. You’ve just passed your driving test and you’re cruising around town, feeling pretty damn proud of your achievement, when your biggest driving fear happens. Sitting idle at a junction the lights turn green,...
Motorways, A Roads and Carriageways-Everything You Need to Know
Picture courtesy of Sean MacEntee, via Flickr Creative Commons. Britain began to classify their roads in the 1920s when it started to become clear that a system was needed for motorists. The system was used to help identify the best driving routes. During the...
Everything You Need to Know About Your First Driving Lesson
Picture courtesy of Andy Karmy, via Flickr Creative Commons. Your first driving lesson can bring about a wide range of emotions, including excitement, anxiousness, and nervousness. While this is completely normal and expected, there are a few things that you can do to...