As learner drivers look to secure limited appointments for driving theory tests and practical exams, the number of UK driving lessons has surged. With a new look theory test now launched and practical exams limited, more learner drivers are taking to the road more frequently to brush up on their skills. Why are UK Driving […]
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Apr 20
Driving Lessons and the Coronavirus Lockdown | Some Advice
Driving hasn’t been completely banned under coronavirus lockdown measures. So, does this mean you can still take driving lessons? Based on government guidelines, we would recommend not taking driving lessons during this time, to avoid endangering yourselves and others.
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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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Nov 15
Theory test revision | How much time should you spend revising?
A common question asked on learner driver and student forums is how much time should be spent on theory test revision? Let’s find out…
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Oct 15
Meet the 92-year-old learner driver ready to book a practical driving test
Say hello to Betty Jones, aged 92. She’s just started learning to drive and is determined to book a practical driving test and pass it!
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Sep 15
Driving without insurance soars: Who’s being blamed? Young drivers
The number of uninsured drivers on Britain’s roads rises. Who’s getting the brunt of the blame? Young drivers. Find out why…
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Mar 15
Flexible Learner Driver Insurance Launched by RAC Saving You Money
The RAC wants to help you cut the cost of learning to drive. They’ve recently announced a new, flexible learner driver insurance policy with a huge range of benefits for young drivers. As a strong advocate for cutting motoring costs for learners, this obviously caught our attention here at Book Theory Test Today, so what’s […]
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Jan 15
Northern Ireland Learner Drivers Landed With Double the Cost Licence Fees
As if the cost of learning to drive isn’t enough, right? With driving lessons, the theory test and the practical test to pay for, you’d think learner drivers could catch a break with the price of a provisional licence. Well, not in Northern Ireland, where learner motorists pay twice the price compared to anywhere else […]
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Jan 15
Learning to Drive With a Parent? Who Will You Choose Mum or Dad?
The recent release of a survey, concerning motorists who are learning to drive with their parents, has become a bit of a sensation. Book Theory Test Today asks you the ultimate question… Mum or dad to teach you to drive?
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Jan 15
What’s It Like Learning To Drive Over 30?
The Book Theory Test Today blog is back, happy New Year to you. We hope you stayed safe on the roads during the festive season.Â
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Jan 15
For the New Year | Theory Test to Become ‘More Realistic’
Change is afoot as the DVSA looks to make the hazard perception part of the theory test ‘more realistic’. Here at Book Theory Test Today we were intrigued. What’s changing?
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Jan 15
How Long Does It Take To Learn To Drive?
Surprisingly, this is a commonly asked question and even more surprisingly, experts have managed to come up with a formula to calculate the average time it ‘should’ take a learner driver to get a full licence. It was certainly interesting enough to get the attention of Book Theory Test Today.
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Dec 14
Taking Your Theory Test? Do You Know Your Pedestrian Crossings? Part Two
In part one; we helped you to navigate Zebra, Pegasus and Pelican Crossings. In part two, Book Theory Test Today will guide you through School, Toucan and Puffin Crossings. See you on the other side.
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Dec 14
Taking Your Theory Test? Do You Know Your Pedestrian Crossings? Part One
Pedestrians, along with cyclists, are a driver’s worst nightmare, but they’re a part of life on the roads. Book Theory Test Today takes you through the various types of pedestrian crossing to help you pass your theory test and practical exam. In part one of this two part series we take a look at the […]
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Dec 14
Young Drivers Give Opinion on Proposed Licence Restrictions for Learner Drivers
Currently under 18? Thinking about learning to drive? The government wants to increase the age limit at which you can start learning from 17 to 18. Talks have already begun. Book Theory Test Today gets the opinion of young drivers regarding the proposed restrictions.
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Dec 14
London Learners Face Toughest Challenge to Pass Driving Test
As the debate about driving tuition standards rumbles on, new research shows that learner drivers in London have a significantly low driving test pass rate. Book Theory Test Today looks at what factors are affecting poor pass results in Britain’s capital.
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Dec 14
Learner Drivers to be Penalised for Failing to Display ‘L’ Plates
Look out learners. New penalty fine laws have been introduced, which includes fines for failing to display ‘L’ plates. Book Theory Test Today looks at what other driving offences are now punishable with a fine or increased penalty points.
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Dec 14
DVSA Could Scrap Three-Point Turn from Practical Driving Test
As the DVSA looks to remove the three-point turn from the UK driving test, Book Theory Test Today looks at what will be the biggest shake-up of the exam in 20 years.
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Dec 14
New Tuition Video Launched for Driving Instructors about Cyclists
The battle for Britain’s roads has intensified in recent years as disputes between cyclists and motorists become more aggressive. But one organisation is trying to change road culture, with a video aimed at teaching driving instructors to better understand cyclists. Book Theory Test Today gives an insight…
