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Automatic vs. Manual - Which is Best?

When it comes to picking out a new car or deciding what kind of vehicle you want to learn in, there are many options to consider. How big do you want it to be? Who are the manufacturers you trust? Which shade of red perfectly reflects your passionate yet sensible personality? But before you get carried away with all that fun stuff, the first question to ask yourself is: manual or automatic?

November 29, 2024

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Can I Get Financial Help with Driving Lessons?
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Can I Get Financial Help with Driving Lessons?

For most, learning to drive is one of those investments for which you just have to grit your teeth and save up. Some people, though, do qualify for financial help with driving lessons. Charities and councils offer grants to individuals in certain situations, usually reserving their help for people with disabilities or chronic illnesses, their carers, or anyone leaving care.

November 29, 2024

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Applying for your Provisional Driving Licence — The Ultimate Guide
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Applying for your Provisional Driving Licence — The Ultimate Guide

The pink licence might be the Holy Grail of driving, but green is for go—and you can’t even get started until you’ve received your first green provisional driving licence. You'll need it for everything: taking your theory test; booking in with a driving instructor... it's basically your ticket to freedom!

September 6, 2024

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Learning to Drive

How To Overcome A Fear Of Driving

We're going to cover the first steps you should take to overcome a fear of driving and some key techniques that will help you to stay cool, calm and collected behind the wheel—even after you have qualified.

June 19, 2024

1 min read

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Can I Learn to Drive Without an Instructor?

Wondering if you can learn to drive without an instructor? You can, but it's not a great idea if you want to pass fast. Here's a few reasons why...

June 6, 2024

1 min read

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Learning to Drive

The Complete Guide to Learning to Drive in the UK

Wondering how to learn to drive in the UK? It can be a long and confusing road, but we've got all the info you need to get on the road

June 6, 2024

1 min read

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Learning to Drive With A Disability—What You Should Know

Thinking about learning to drive but worried your disability will get in the way? We cover everything you need to know about driving with a disability.

April 24, 2024

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Learning to Drive with Anxiety

Taking driving lessons can be stressful for anyone, but learning to drive with anxiety is even worse. Here are some useful tips to help you along the way.

April 24, 2024

1 min read

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Learning to Drive

The Pros and Cons of Learning to Drive in an Automatic Car

Some people may have told you that taking automatic lessons would be best, while others are passionately Team Manual. But is automatic easier? PassMeFast is here to give you the rundown and help you make the best decision.

April 22, 2024

1 min read

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Learning to Drive

Why You Shouldn’t Put Off Learning To Drive

Tempted to put off learning to drive for a while? Read up on why you shouldn't put off learning to drive and how you can get the most out of your money!

April 10, 2024

1 min read

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Learning to Drive

Tips for Learning to Drive: 13 Things No One Tells You

Preparing to get behind the wheel for the first time? Before you do, you'll want to read up on the 13 things all learner drivers should know!

April 10, 2024

1 min read

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Learning to Drive

Student Driving Lessons: Your Concerns, Our Solutions

On the fence about learning to drive while studying? Look at how quick, cheap and easy student driving lessons can be (and how to get student discount!)

April 10, 2024

1 min read

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Learning to Drive

How Fast Can You Pass Your Driving Test With PassMeFast?

How quickly can you learn to drive, given pandemic backlogs and long DVSA test waits? We've set out a realistic timeline & tell you how to speed things up.

April 10, 2024

1 min read

Learning to Drive

Hate Learning to Drive? Here’s How to Change Your Outlook!

Some people have a harder time learning to drive than others. But don't worry, we've got 6 hints and tip to make driving more enjoyable as a learner.

April 10, 2024

1 min read

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Learning to Drive

What Age Can You Drive in the UK?

Minimum driving ages are different, depending where in the world you’re based. Generally, you need to be between 16 and 18 to get a full driving licence: one that will let you drive, unsupervised on public roads. But things are often a little more complicated than they first appear.

April 10, 2024

1 min read

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Learning to Drive

Do You Need to Learn to Drive?

Is it essential to learn to drive? As a company that provides driving lessons, we're obviously slightly biased. But, for the sake of balance, we're going to look at the pros and the cons.

April 10, 2024

1 min read

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Learning to Drive

5 Things Learners Most Regret

No journey is entirely smooth—when learning to drive, you're going to make a mistake or two. Avoid those mistakes and learn from learners before you...

April 10, 2024

1 min read

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Learning to Drive

From Motorbike to Car: Advice for Learners

Looking to get on four wheels, but already have experience on two? Check out our guide offering advice for any learners looking to go from motorbike to car.

April 10, 2024

1 min read

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Learning to Drive

Is Driving Hard (And How Can I Make It Easier)?

Worried that you're finding driving difficult? Any new skill takes a while to learn—but we've got loads of tips that'll help make things easier.

April 9, 2024

1 min read

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Learning to Drive

How Long Does It Take To Learn To Drive?

It's the question every learner wonders: how long will it really take me to learn to drive—and how can I pass my test quicker? We've got plenty of pointers.

April 9, 2024

1 min read

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