Statistics show that new drivers are more likely to have an
accident in the first two years of passing their test than at any other time in
their driving career. In the first year of driving, one driver in five is
involved in an accident. This is mainly down to a lack of driving experience,
and this is where Pass Plus comes in!
What is Pass Plus?
Pass Plus is a training course specifically aimed at new drivers, designed by
the Driving Standards Agency (DSA) with the help of insurers and the driving
instruction industry. Pass Plus will build upon your existing skills and
knowledge, it will teach you how to anticipate, plan for and deal with all
kinds of hazards, and can help you to become more confident on the roads
Pass Plus is made up of six practical modules which
include:
• driving in town
• driving in all weathers
• driving on rural roads
• driving at night
• driving on dual carriageways
• driving on motorways
Anyone who holds a full UK licence is eligible to take part in the scheme. You
will not have to take a test at the end of the course but you will be
continually assessed. You must successfully complete all the modules in the
course to an achieved or exceeded standard.
How long will Pass Plus take to complete?
You should bear in mind that the course will take a minimum of six hours.
When you have successfully completed the course, you are advised to check
available discounts offered by the insurance companies taking part in the
scheme. The amount you save will depend on the company you choose, you may even
save more than you paid for the course.
Statistics show that new drivers are more likely to have an
accident in the first two years of passing their test than at any other time in
their driving career. In the first year of driving, one driver in five is
involved in an accident. This is mainly down to a lack of driving experience,
and this is where Pass Plus comes in! 
