A new survey of British drivers conducted by Regtransfers has found that one in five motorists - approximately 21% - say they encounter driving they would describe as dangerous or careless from learner or provisional licence holders at least once a month. The findings arrive as the UK Government currently consults on introducing a mandatory minimum waiting … [Read more...]
Newslines 15 June
Chery will build cars alongside Nissan models in the Japanese company's 40 year old Sunderland plant from 2027. It is a move by the Chinese company to circumvent new rules on content to reduce exposure to higher costs being imposed by the EU and gives Nissan new business and therefore profits for the plant which began Bluebird production in 1986. Almost … [Read more...]
Learners face revised licences’ plan from next week
One in five young drivers crash within a year of passing their test, and every year, more than 1,500 are killed or seriously injured on UK roads. Now, from 12 May new learner driver rules come into force and attention is turning to what further changes could better support new motorists after they pass. To tackle these alarming figures, Northern Ireland … [Read more...]
Pass or fail could be down to timing
Experts at LeaseCar have crunched the latest DVSA figures to highlight the best and worst days to take driving tests across Great Britain. With waiting lists still stuck at a painful 22-week average according to the National Audit Office, picking the right time of day could be the difference between tearing up your L-plates and going through another six … [Read more...]
Test changes challenge to learners & cars, says Ageas
Car insurance provider Ageas is predicting a significant shift in how the UK takes its driving tests, as a upcoming DVSA booking overhaul is expected to trigger a surge in “DIY” driving tests. Under the upcoming DVSA reforms, learners will be responsible for booking their own tests, in an attempt to reduce long waiting times and make the system fairer by … [Read more...]
Wales passes the driving test with shortest delays
Wales is in the driving seat if you are a learner and want a quick test. While many UK learners are facing long waits and rising costs due to driving test delays, Wales stands out as the least affected region. Some areas, like Pembrokeshire, have average waits of less than a month, meaning learners can stay test-ready without piling on extra lessons or … [Read more...]
Learners & older drivers facing changes
Consultations have started on a big shake up to Britain's driving laws. Learner drivers in England and Wales may face a minimum period of up to six months between sitting their theory and practical tests with lessons counting from qualified instructors and friends or family drivers. The new policies were unveiled today. A lower drink-driving limit in … [Read more...]
New Year resolution for learners
Bill Plant Driving School is urging learner drivers to prepare for the recent driving test changes introduced by the Driving Vehicle Standards Agency. The changes, published in a full report this month, are designed to make the system fairer, reduce misuse, and give learner drivers more control. Following a nationwide consultation with driving students, … [Read more...]
Timing is testing for learners
If you’re gearing up to pass your motoring test this winter - either to celebrate the achievement of getting behind the wheel or taste the freedom of riding your own motorcycle a motoring test expert advises on the best time of day to take your test to calm any anticipatory nerves. Speaking to motorcycle insurance company Lexham, Alan Stevens, former … [Read more...]
Pilot will examine possible driving test changes
Google searches for “driving test change” have increased by 600% in the past week, following the launch of a major new Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency trial. GAP insurance provider, ALA Insurance, is welcoming the move - citing its potential to reduce accidents with claims involving newly qualified drivers. The DVSA has launched a three-month pilot at … [Read more...]
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