The number of young people with a full driving licence has fallen to its lowest ever number on record. This comes after driving lessons and tests have been suspended during Covid-19 lockdowns in the UK. Financial pressures have also increased due to the Covid-19 pandemic, meaning fewer people have the money to learn to drive.…
We received some very sad news on Monday 22nd March 2021 that one of our long-serving driving instructors, Martin Mayston, based in Bedford had passed away in the early hours of Friday 19th March. Martin had been fighting motor neurone disease (MND) since 2018. At the start of his diagnosis and throughout the middle stages…
You could face a fine of up to £130 if you are travelling in a car, van or lorry and drive within one of the bus lanes, including on approach to the Thames’ bridges. Regardless of the hours that you’re travelling, the fine will be enforced with the aim of preventing buses from getting stuck…
Upon leaving the European Union, a range of laws can be expected to change for the UK. From tightening the laws on driving outside of the UK to the laws in place for using your mobile phone while driving, we can expect at least 8 new laws for driving to be put in place this…
Christmas is fast approaching, and if you’re looking for ideas on what to buy for someone who is learning to drive, we’ve got you covered. Whether you’re looking for stocking fillers or bigger gifts, we’ve put together a list of the best Christmas gift ideas for learner drivers. Driving lesson vouchers We might be slightly…
Whether you’ve just got your first car or are a more experienced driver, we guarantee you’ll learn something new from these unusual 10 driver hacks. These useful hacks will save you time, money and improve certain features of your car. Pull out dents with a plunger Think that toilet plungers are only good for one…
New figures released by the DVSA have revealed the best and worst places to take your driving test in West Yorkshire. The data shows that in the year to March 2020, practical driving test pass rates varied hugely across the West Yorkshire region. If you’re learning to drive in Bradford, you’re probably aware that there…
A recent survey found that 1-in-3 drivers admit to splashing pedestrians with puddles, intentionally and unintentionally. As the weather gets worse, rain and wet roads not only cause an issue for drivers but also for pedestrians too. For pedestrians, wet roads bring the possibility of getting drenched by a passing car when walking along the…
New figures have revealed the best and worst places to take your driving test in Hertfordshire. If you’re taking driving lessons in Hertford, the data below may be of interest to you when it comes to the question of where to take your driving test in Hertfordshire. Hertfordshire test centre pass rates The DVSA has…
Halloween is a fun and exciting time of year, especially for kids who enjoy getting dressed up and eating lots of sweets! However, the risk of children being involved in road traffic accidents increases by 75% on Halloween night than any other night in the year. You can help minimise the risk of accidents on…
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