Theory tests in England, Scotland, Wales, and Northern Ireland are set to change from 14 April 2020. It has been announced by the official Government website that the theory test will include 3 multiple-choice questions based on a short video. What’s changing in the theory test in April 2020? The current theory test requires you to read the details of a case study and then answer 5 questions related to it. These questions are designed to test both your knowledge and understanding of road rules. However, from the 14th of April 2020, this is set to change. Instead, you’ll have to watch one vide ..read more

It’s the start of not only a new year, but also a new decade, and there will be young people up and down the country hoping to pass their driving test this year. But many still feel discouraged from getting behind the wheel due to the ever-rising costs involved. So, we’re sharing our top 5 ways to cut the costs of learning to drive, because getting that pink licence should be one of your New Year’s resolutions!   Cut the cost of your provisional licence First thing’s first, you’ll need a provisional licence. Here’s where you can make your first saving – applying online. Online applications for ..read more

So you’ve built up the courage to learn to drive, brilliant! If you think you’re ready, here’s the information you’ll need to apply for both the theory and practical test.   Booking your theory test One key thing you should know: you won’t be able to take your practical test unless you’ve already passed your theory test. First, you’ll need to check where your closest test centre is. Click here to find your local theory test centre is  It’s best that you book your theory test through the official Government website here. If you use an unofficial website you run the risk of paying a higher fee o ..read more

Learning to drive is all about following the letter of the law. The theory test and your driving instructor should cover the rules of the road, however, there are some driving laws that you may not have heard about yet. Luckily, we’ll run through some of them, so you don’t get caught out! Driving with pets We all love our furry friends but they must be secure like every other passenger in the car. This is because they can prove to be a big distraction for drivers or could cause injury to the driver/passengers or themselves if the vehicle had to stop suddenly. If someone is pulled over and the ..read more

Learning to drive is one thing, but are you clued up on which insurance to buy after your pass your driving test? Black box insurance is one of the most common solutions for new drivers. But of course, there is a certain stigma when it comes to black boxes. We’ve made sure to find out the highs and the lows of having a black box by checking in with England International Rugby player Hannah Botterman. Read on to find out why she’s opted into a black box policy with Sky Insurance.   The price efficiency of a Sky Insurance Black Box policy One of the main appeals of a black box policy is the offe ..read more

The emergency stop manoeuvre can be one of the hardest to pull off if you’re unsure of exactly how to do it. Emergencies do happen and you must be able to stop safely, quickly and in a controlled manner to prevent the car from skidding across the road when performing the manoeuvre. Quick reaction time is vital! Completing the emergency stop manoeuvre You may be asked to perform the emergency stop manoeuvre during your practical driving test, so let’s go through the exact process. Here’s our step by step guide which you might find useful: There won’t be time to check your mirrors when you are p ..read more

New statistics have found that the theory test pass rate has fallen to its lowest level in over the last ten years. The pass rate of the theory test has fallen by a quarter over the last decade. It has also been proven by the Department of Transport that women were more likely to pass their theory test than men, as found by the Sunday Times. We will look at how the test has changed over the last decade to decipher why pass rates have plummeted and some tips to help you pass the test. Theory test timeline Here is a timeline for what has changed in the theory test over the last 10 years:   Edmu ..read more

As we always say at InsureLearnerDriver, practising outside of your driving lessons is a key ingredient to boosting your chances of passing your driving test. Not to mention it can do absolute wonders for your confidence behind the wheel! But even private practice can become tedious if you’re doing the same thing repeatedly. So, here’s some things to put on your to do list to shake up practising outside of your driving lessons.   Drive to different places via GIPHY Practising outside of your driving lessons doesn’t have to be dull and boring. Fancy a trip to the drive-thru? Go for it. Want to ..read more

Roundabouts remain to be one of the most difficult things to master as a learner driver. Not only do you have to stay extra aware of your observations, but you have to pay attention to your speed AND the road signs to navigate where you’re going! It’s no surprise that learner drivers find navigating roundabouts challenging! Here’s a brief guide on tackling the most difficult parts of navigating roundabouts. Keeping your cool Keeping your composure in a high-pressure situation is a skill that doesn’t come easily, especially behind the wheel as a learner driver. Finding a good head space when y ..read more

We’re delving to the land of film and television this week to fantasise about all those iconic cars we WISH we could learn to drive in. So, grab the popcorn, and let’s get down to it!   The Batmobile (Batman)       The best thing about the Batmobile is that there’s so many different variations of it, but one thing stays consistent: it’s always awesome. Although we don’t encourage vigilante justice here at InsureLearnerDriver, we imagine we’d look pretty cool pulling up to the drive thru in this baby.   DeLorean (Back to the Future)   via GIPHY Learning to drive opens up all kinds of opportu ..read more