Learner motorcyclists face having to take a new theory test as part of Compulsory Basic Training shakeup. What will this mean for Britain’s bikers when the CBT undergoes a radical overhaul for the first time in nearly 30 years? Here’s what we know… In a bid to crackdown on motor bike riders who rack up […]
Monthly Archives: January 2018
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Jan 18
Isle of Wight Driving Test Centre to be Relocated
Yet another UK driving test centre is set to be moved, this time on the Isle of Wight. The lease on the current site is set to expire on March 27, prompting the Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA) to find a new home for the island’s only driving test centre. Here’s what we know… […]
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Jan 18
Do You Need To ReTake A Theory Test Following A Medical Condition
We’re often asked if a recently diagnosed medical condition, which could affect your ability to drive, means you have to retake your driving theory test or practical exam. Here’s some clarification for you… Medical circumstances often affect our ability to drive and, in the interests of your safety and the safety of other road users, […]
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Jan 18
A Book Theory Test Today Guide to Saving Money While Learning to Drive
Every passing year, learning to drive becomes a more expensive pursuit, and 2018 is no different. With that in mind, Book Theory Test Today provides some practical tips for saving money as a learner driver. Learning to drive is arguably one of the most expensive things in life. However, the rewards for passing your UK […]
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Jan 18
5 Lesser Known Driving Offences You Didnt Know Were Illegal
You’re driving theory test is likely to throw up questions about what you can and can’t do on Britain’s roads. Many of the answers will be fairly obvious… don’t speed, don’t drink and drive, and don’t run red lights! However, here are a bunch of driving offences you probably didn’t know were illegal that could […]
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Jan 18
Oswestry Driving Test Waiting Times to be Challenged by MP
With driving test waiting times hitting three months in Oswestry, North Shropshire MP Owen Paterson has promised to meet driving instructors to aid their fight to reduce waiting times in the town. What, if anything, is Paterson going to do? Branded an ‘outstation’, Oswestry’s driving test centre is notorious for keeping learner drivers waiting when […]
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Jan 18
Great new initiative to fund driving lessons in Wiltshire
Happy New Year, folks! If 2018 is your year to start learning to drive, we came across this fantastic new initiative that could help you fund your driving lessons, but only if you live in Wiltshire… sorry. Check it out, it could cut the cost of your driving tuition! Crowdfunding has become a craze, and […]
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Jan 18
Spike in Driving Theory Test Bookings on Christmas Day
It seems some learner drivers across the UK set aside the festive fun on Christmas Day 2017, in order to practice for or book their driving theory test ahead of the New Year! Data released by the Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA) shows a surge in the number of practice theory tests taken and […]
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Jan 18
Driving theory test centre slammed for lack of wheelchair access
In the 21st Century, you’d expect that access to a building for a disabled person would be the norm. However, it would appear that the Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA) hasn’t got the memo, after concerns were raised about a lack of wheelchair access at the Haverfordwest driving theory test centre… What’s the story […]
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Jan 18
Learner Drivers Urged to Report Predatory Driving Instructors
In recent months, concerns have been raised about driving instructors abusing their position of trust. What should you do if a driving instructor acts inappropriately towards you? Government MPs and driving instructors are urging learner drivers to report rogue driving tutors to the DVSA, who will investigate any allegations… It’s horrible to think that learner […]
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Jan 18
New Driving Test Trialled and its Hard
Despite driving instructors up and down the UK staging a mass walk out on the same day as the new driving test being rolled out, 220,000 learner drivers took the exam. Their verdict? It’s hard! The introduction of sat nav led driving, and a 20-minute stint at driving independently, are just some of the new […]
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Jan 18
The latest need to know driving theory test stuff
Research released by Jardine Motors Group caught our attention recently, alerting us to the amount of stuff UK motorists don’t know about Britain’s roads! To stop you learner drivers suffering the same fate, here’s some stuff you need to swot up on ready for your driving theory test… The study revealed that a quarter of […]
