Resources for learner drivers
Below are links to official sites and resources that provide further help and advice for learner drivers; some also provide interesting reading for drivers who have already passed their driving test.
Official DSA Facebook page
Keep up to date with all the latest news and information from the Driving Standards Authority
DSA Videos
Series of videos for learners from the DSA
Young Drivers Insurance
ingenie uses a black box fitted in your car to assess your driving. Your policy is reviewed every 3 months - drive well, and you could pay less for your car insurance. For drivers aged 17-25.
DSA Online Bookstore
Buy books online from the DSA.
Pass Plus - Official Site
Pass Plus is a practical training course that takes at least 6 hours and is for drivers to improve their skills and drive more safely. It can be taken at any time although it should be most useful to new drivers in the year after passing their test.
2 Pass Hazard Perception video
Video with information and tips for the hazard perception test
Don´t be a Statistic
• Over 1000 young lives are lost every year in road crashes
• One in three crashes on UK roads involve men under the age of 20
• Speed is a factor in around one in three road deaths
Institute of Advanced Motorists
As the leading road safety charity in the UK, we are dedicated to increasing skills for all road users, raising driving and riding standards and helping to save lives on our roads.
ROSPA
The Royal Society for the Prevention of Accidents is a registered charity established more than 90 years ago that aims to campaign for change, influence opinion, contribute to debate, educate and inform - for the good of all.
Blue Lights Aware
Blue Light Aware is a short video, produced on behalf of the emergency services. Their crews rely on the help of other road users when they're on a 'blue light' journey. By watching Blue Light Aware, you will better understand their needs, you will be reducing the risks you face, you will be contributing to a safer road environment and you might also be helping to save a life.
THINK! campaigns
Visit direct.gov.uk/think for THINK! campaign information including:
• THINK! road safety statistics and facts
• THINK! adverts and interactive road safety games
• Partnership information
Road safety advice
Visit the new road safety advice section of Directgov for general road safety information including:
• Drink driving limits
• Advice on choosing and fitting child car seats
• Penalties for using hand-held mobile phones whilst driving
Road Respect
Road Respect is about making the roads safer in North East England. We're seeking to continue to change the culture on the roads and foster respect for the law, other road users, conditions and yourself as a road user. Take a look around... watch, read, comment and share. We look forward to hearing from you soon!
Pass My Theory
Help with your theory test preparation.
Traffic Signs & Meanings
Traffic Signs And Meanings contains over 40 articles written by experts who continually update and add new content.
Safe Driving
Safe Driving contains articles written by experts which are continually updated.
Traffic Accident Advice
A very interesting site with some useful articles with the aim of reducing traffic accidents in the UK.
Driving Expert
This is a useful site, full of tips and advice.
Nervous about the driving test?
Created by Christine Pirrie DHYP PSYCH uk GHR & NHS REG, Driving Angel is downloadable MP3 audio content designed specifically to help learner drivers overcome their nerves on test day giving them a chance to show off their driving skills to their best potential.
Driving Abroad
Everything you need to know about driving overseas.
Road Traffic Reports
Free UK Road Traffic Report Service
Websites for driving instructors
Specialist website designs for driving instructors in the UK, ROI and Australia.
Instructors in other areas
If we don't cover your area then search our directory for someone that does!
