Advice for young learner drivers
There are many considerations when leaing to drive such as who you should ask to teach you, the area and sort of car you would like to lea in. Then of course there is the price of road tax, petrol, car insurance, and becoming a chauffeur to your friends and family after you pass. But, once you have passed your theory and practical tests you are ready to get out on the open road. You will be free, you can put the top down (or open the window), tu your stereo up and drive to your heart's content. Calling all leaer drivers Here are a few tips to get you on your way to the highway: Loved ones: choose the person that will teach you to drive very carefully. You could lea with a friend or family member that is over 21-years-old and has driven for the past three years. This may be more cost effective and convenient in the short term but can be stressful and put a strain on your relationship as well as your sanity. Professional instructor: you should consider leaing with someone that is formally qualified; approved instructors will display a green badge in their front windscreen. You could then continue with a Pass Plus course after passing your driving test, saving you extra money on your car insurance. Remember that if you chose to lea with a driving school make sure you feel comfortable with the instructor before booking blocks of lessons. Location: some driving schools will allow you to have your first lesson off road, on a local air field or large open space. This is a great advantage, giving you a taster of starting, stopping, car control and speeds before you get on the public roads. Important: ensure that the vehicle that you lea to drive in has valid road tax, car insurance that covers you driving on a provisional license and L plates that are displayed front and back before setting off. When leaing to drive you have legal responsibilities too and you don't want to getting risk points on your license which may up your car insurance rates before you even pass...