PASS PLUS

Pass Plus is a training scheme backed by the Government, Driving Standards Agency and insurers. Passing your driving test is the first stage in learning to become a safe, considerate driver. By taking this course, you can obtain cheaper motor insurance from participating insurance companies.

The scheme consists of a specially designed training session/sessions to follow on from a successful driving test, to take in: town driving, out of town driving, all weather and night driving, dual carriageways and motorways.

The extra experience and positive driving skills obtained from Pass Plus would otherwise take a long time to acquire. Statistics show that drivers are more likely to have an accident within the first two years of passing their test than at any other time in their driving careers. The more you drive the more you develop the skills that are vital to your own safety and the safety of other road users. In particular; effective observation; hazard perception and judgement. Until you have acquired these skills you will be at greater risk. That risk is reflected in car insurance premiums.

Pass Plus can be taken up to a year after passing your driving test. There is no test to take. When your instructor is satisfied with your performance you receive a certificate from the Driving Standards Agency.

Participating insurers will give you a one-step progression on their discount scale when you insure your own car. This means a one-year's no claims bonus for comprehensive, third party, fire and theft, and third party policies when you insure your own car.

The no claims bonus can be deferred for two years if you currently drive under someone else's policy. If you buy a car within two years of completing Pass Plus and have not had any claims in the meantime, your first premium will be reduced by the extra one-year's no claims bonus. By taking part in the Pass Plus scheme you may find that the insurance savings may more than cover the cost of the training!

We have found that pupils after taking Pass Plus feel far more confident in their driving ability.

Being a positive driver is a continuous learning process.

Cost: Pass Plus 1 day course £150