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  Lewis Hamilton Sets Standard for Mercedes Benz World Driving Academy 14 Aug 2009 (News)
  At the wheel of a dual controlled Mercedes-Benz A-Class those over 12 years old and taller than 1.5 metres can take to the handling circuits.  Under the supervision of resident Mercedes-Benz Driving Academy coaches, young drivers and parents will undertake a number of fun driving challenges during a thirty minute session.  Some challenges are timed and others are awarded points for accuracy, both of which convert into an overall score.
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  Insurance tax adds over £100 to your car premium 22 Jan 2016 (News)
  . However, insurers are still blaming the high number of false claims for continually rising premiums, which are said to add around £50 to a typical policy. Perhaps surprisingly, it’s older drivers that are facing the biggest rises with policies for over 50s going up more than 16 per cent in 2015, while young drivers – whose policies are already sky high – saw just a 1.5 per cent rise.
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  Motorists name children as 'big distraction' 19 Feb 2008 (News)
  French motor manufacturer Citroen has found that out of 1,000 polled, 90 per cent believe young people in their car make them lose concentration more than anything else. It added that 25 per cent of motorists have been involved in crashes as a result of unruly children and ten per cent say that screaming and fighting in the back seat is a regular occurrence.
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  Europcar Now Rents to 21 Year Olds 21 Feb 2008 (News)
  Drivers from 21 - 25 will now have access to vehicles in Europcar's Mini, Economy and Compact car groups. Featuring a national network of over 250 locations, the new extension to the age limit means younger drivers across the UK can access a fleet of fully-maintained vehicles, on average under 6 months old, just for the time they need them.
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  Flying Scotsman Trial to Begin at Mercedes Benz World 18 Mar 2009 (News)
  •AMG Passenger Experience – £30 for 15 minutes •AMG Experience – £170 for 1 hour •AMG Advanced – £470 for 3 hours •Off-Road Passenger Experience – £30 for 15 minutes •Off-Road Experience – £110 for 1 hour •Mercedes-Benz of your Choice - £85 for 30 minutes •Kids Driving Experience - £40 for 30 minutes. •Kids Driving Experience - £75 for 1 hour. •Young Driver Training - £40 for 30 minutes. •Young Driver Training - £75 for 1 hour.
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  Drivers Don't Want Blanket 20 Limits 15 May 2014 (News)
  Male drivers are more likely to be against the idea than female.  Fifty-five per cent of young drivers were against 20mph zones as a speed limit for towns while thirty-four per cent of older drivers were in favour.
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  Classic adventurers tackle 8500km endurance rally 10 Feb 2015 (News)
  Organised by the Endurance Rally Association, the new Road to Mandalay rally started at the iconic Raffles Hotel in Singapore on 1 February. From there, drivers are fighting their way to the finish line in Rangoon. ‘This is the first ever crossing of the frontier by foreigners from Thailand into Burma, and the first rally to drive into Burma,’ said rally director Philip Young.
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  'Be careful of secondhand cars' 26 Jun 2008 (News)
  If we can prevent just one accident by urging drivers to get cars checked before they buy, it will have been worth it." This comes as Motors Today has stated that Sainsbury's Finance has revealed that fewer people expected to pick up a used car between March and August 2008 than in the six month period beforehand.
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  Insurance premiums due to increase in March 27 Feb 2017 (News)
  The lowering of the Discount Rate will force insurance companies to pay out more in compensation, which will then be passed on to motorists in the form of higher premiums for millions of drivers across the UK. Experts anticipate an increase of £50 - £75 on an average comprehensive motor insurance policy. Mohammad Khan, UK general insurance leader at accountancy firm PwC, estimates “Up to £1000 for younger drivers and a rise of up to £300 for older drivers”.
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  Car buyers over-55 less likely to choose electric, survey finds 15 Nov 2019 (News)
  The study by KPMG found that range anxiety (the distance the car can travel on one charge) was the biggest turn off for 75 per cent of drivers over the age of 55, while less than half (40 per cent) of drivers aged between 18-34 shared the same concern. Registrations of electric cars  increased by almost 152 per cent In October , but account for just 2.2 per cent of the market. Researchers spoke to 2001 drivers in September and found, while younger drivers are moving towards electric cars, the over 55s appear to be reluctant to do the same.
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  Toyota and Lexus at Goodwood Festival of Speed 16 Jun 2011 (News)
  Tickets are still available Apply online to  www.goodwood.com Moving Motor Show on Thursday 30th June: £20 for adults, £10 for young people under 19. Friday 1st July: £37 for adults, £19.50 for young people. Saturday 2nd July: £53 for adults, £26.50 for young people. Sunday 2nd July: £53 for adults, £26.50 for young people.
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  Insurance prices on the up 28 Jan 2015 (News)
  The second consecutive quarterly increase marks the end of several years of falling insurance premiums. Young drivers faced larger increases than other motorists with a price rise of 4.5 per cent. The average premium for a 17-year-old is now £1983. The rises are partly linked to decreased fuel costs and economic growth – with more traffic on the road there is a greater likelihood of accidents.
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  Fatal accident claims Emma Wilkinson on the Peking to Paris 12 Jun 2013 (News)
  The Tyumen region police reported that the incident was a head-on crash between the British driver’s Chevrolet and a Volkswagen Polo. They added the Polo’s passengers, a 31-year-old man and a baby died while a woman is in intensive care in hospital. Rally Director Philip Young said: 'Emma was a fun loving, lively and popular member of the rally.
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  KIA Soul Train Satart 3 Month Tour 3 Jun 2009 (News)
  The Soul Train will drive for five days each week, dropping into various local events where the specially commissioned drivers-turned-singers will emerge, entertaining crowds with renditions of Soul classics. With the cars concluding as a display each Saturday at major shopping centres across the nation, audiences will be serenaded by a professional soul choir.
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  Give the road your full attention and 'do not text' 6 May 2009 (News)
  campaign, organised by the Department for Transport (DfT), highlights the fact that 93 per cent of drivers agree that texting at the wheel is dangerous, but 12 per cent have admitted to doing so. According to research conducted by the DfT, this proportion rises to 30 per cent among young people.
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  Driving superstars to appear at Festival of Speed 9 Jun 2008 (News)
  The theme for this year's festival is 'Hawthorn to Hamilton - Britain's Love Affair with World Motor Sport' and it is therefore no surprise that young star Lewis Hamilton will be making an appearance. The F1 champion will take part in the 1.16 mile Goodwood Hillclimb and following his disappointing pitlane crash at the Canadian Grand Prix this weekend he will no doubt be hoping for success.
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  More Cars, More Choice at Mobility Roadshow 2006 23 May 2006 (News)
  Test drives can be pre-booked at www.mobilityroadshow.co.uk or on arrival at the event. Drivers need to bring their driving licence on the day. With 180 exhibitors, including 30 companies new to the Roadshow, this year's show promises to be one of the best yet. With free entry, parking, crèche and wheelchair loans as well as entertainment for young visitors, this is a great day out for all the family.
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  Kids Get to Drive Supercars 9 Jul 2009 (News)
  Safety first Every drive is supervised by a fully trained and experienced instructor, who is not only skilled at driving and controlling high performance cars, but has also been CRB (Criminal Records Bureau) checked for working with youngsters. The instructor ensures that vehicle speed is controlled to match the driver’s capability; most young drivers reach an average speed of around 35mph, although with practice and confidence they can go faster. Safety helmets are provided. Family friendly Suitable for all the family, a TeenTrackAttack experience is fun to come and watch, too.
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  Christmas gift guide: Get on track - or off road 17 Nov 2014 (News)
  The same rules typically apply to off-road experiences as to trackdays, so check age and licence restrictions. Younger driver lessons Learning to drive usually starts at 17 - but it’s now possible to get behind the wheel early. Admiral/Skoda Young Driver operates driving lessons for anyone aged over 11, provided they can reach the pedals.
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  Pedestrians aged 18 to 24 most likely to be distracted by phones 2 Nov 2015 (News)
  "Our training makes young people more aware of their surroundings both as a driver and a passenger, so hazards can be anticipated earlier." Ford recently introduced a new pedestrian detection system that can help avoid a collision or at least reduce the impact of one.