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For many learner drivers, the last two years has seen their journey to driving independence put on hold as tests and lessons faced long delays. Recent research from the UK’s largest pre-17 driving school, Young Driver, revealed that 70% of driving instructors still have waiting lists. Two thirds (66%) also …

Have you ever wondered what the most common reasons are for learners failing their driving tests? In a bid to ease the driving test backlog, the Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA) has contacted all UK-based driving instructors highlighting the main mistakes made by learner drivers. It’s hoped that if …

A new study has revealed that the most common car for private driving lessons is the Ford Fiesta. The Fiesta is the car most people insure for learning to drive with learner driver and temporary car insurance specialists, Veygo. Veygo reckons the UK’s best-selling new and used car is “nice …

Eager learners are getting back behind the wheel as driving lessons resume across the country after months of lockdown caused by the Coronavirus pandemic. The UK’s largest pre-17 driving school, Young Driver, asked 1,000 motorists what advice they would give to youngsters just starting out on their driving journey as …

With driving lessons resuming across the UK after lockdown, many young people are feeling anxious about their return to the wheel. To aid learners, the experts at young driver insurance provider, Marmalade, have put together some simple tips on how to combat those nerves: 1) Keep in touch with your …

A new study has calculated the best and worst ages to get behind the wheel, based on first time pass rates. For learner drivers under 30, it’s best to get take your driving test as soon as you turn 17 (56% pass rate), but avoid taking it aged 19 if …

Learning to drive is a goal that many look to achieve as soon as they turn 17, but new data has revealed the true cost of getting on the road in the UK. South West England is the cheapest place to learn to drive at £24 a lesson on average, …

New research has revealed that learner drivers in Reading and London pay almost double the amount per hour for driving lessons compared to those living in other UK cities. Auto Trader, the digital marketplace for new and used cars, has investigated and identified the most and least expensive cities for …

New research has revealed the cost of learning to drive is wildly different depending on where in the world you live, but Brits don’t have it too bad. The study by learner driver insurance specialist Veygo by Admiral found that costs range from just over £300 in Malta to more …

It takes motorists just 10 weeks to become a ‘bad driver’ after passing their test, claims new research. A study of 2,000 car owners found the average new road user lets bad habits creep in less than three months after ripping the L-plates off. And one in 10 even admitted …