IP Drive

05/03/2026

Congratulations to Rosie on passing her driving test this morning!
All the hard work, practice & determination has paid off! 👏 🚗

*** If you or any one you know is wanting to learn to drive, get in touch! 🚙

17/02/2026

Before your tyres end up flatter than your first pancake attempt, give them a quick check.

Driving on under‑inflated tyres increases stopping distance, reduces steering control, and wastes fuel.

03/02/2026

📢 The rules for booking a practical car driving test are changing.

From 31 March 2026, learner drivers and approved driving instructors (ADIs) will only be able to change a driving test booking up to 2 times.

A change includes:
- changing the date or time
- changing the test centre
- swapping an appointment with another learner

If you’re an ADI, please make sure your pupils only book their test when they’re ready as swapping between pupils will count towards this limit. You can set times when you're available to take your pupils to their driving tests. This stops your pupils from booking tests at times that do not work for you.

👉 When this comes into force, everyone with a driving test booked will have 2 changes available, regardless of how many changes they may have already made.

This change is part of the outcome of our consultation to improve the way driving tests are booked.

For more information, visit: https://ow.ly/oqOW50Y849H

23/12/2025

Yesterday I passed my DVSA standards check Thank you to all my students and their families for trusting and supporting me over the last year each one of you has provided me with invaluable experience to achieve a high standard.

17/12/2025

We have published the full report for the consultation on improving the rules for booking a driving test.

The outcome of the consultation means that:
- only learner drivers will be able to book and manage car driving tests
- learner drivers will be limited to making up to 2 changes to their test in total
- tests will only be able to be moved to driving test centres within a certain geographical area of the original booking

These changes will be introduced from spring 2026.

Thank you to everyone who took the time to respond to the consultation.

Read the full consultation response 👉 https://ow.ly/vpI050XG80a

19/11/2025

It’s Road Safety Week 2025!

It’s also nearly winter – as the temperature drops, make sure you're ready.

When driving in winter conditions:
❄️clear all snow and ice from all your windows
❄️ ensure that lights are clean and number plates are clearly visible and legible
❄️ make sure the mirrors are clear and the windows are demisted thoroughly
❄️ remove all snow that might fall off into the path of other road users
❄️ check your planned route is clear of delays and that no further snowfalls or severe weather are predicted

Stay safe out there – and check the Highway Code for more Winter driving advice 👇
https://ow.ly/eW1350XtAyf

29/10/2025

I’m so grateful for all the kind words and support from my brilliant students!

Here’s just a few of the wonderful comments I’ve received recently.

Every message, review and recommendation is really appreciated - thank you!

If you’re looking to start your driving journey - or know someone that is, I’d love to help you pass safely & confidently!

15/10/2025

A big congratulations to Jamie my most recent learner on passing her driving test first time! Proving that with steady progress, encouragement and belief you can achieve something amazing!

Checkout Jamie’s artwork inside a thank you card its really made me smile!

15/10/2025

13/08/2025

New questions are on the way for Theory Tests.

15/07/2025

Really good informative post from our local force on the Fatal 5.

We have a message to share with you from our Serious Collision Investigation Unit Inspector Steve Scott, following a collision on the M6 yesterday.

Yesterday, at 10:27am, we received a report of a collision involving four vehicles on the M6 between junction 32 Brockholes and junction 33 Lancaster South.

Our officers, and emergency service colleagues responded to the call, where nine people, including children, were injured.

Whilst the emergency services were carrying out their duties: treating patients, ensuring the safety of those trapped in vehicles, and investigating the collision, a number of drivers on the northbound carriageway passed the scene, using their mobile phones to film as they were driving.

Yesterday we saw footage shared on social media of the scene from a driver’s window, while our officers also observed another person filming out of the window, whilst driving a minibus full of children.

We also witnessed an HGV driver doing the same thing and investigations are ongoing to identify these drivers. We were able to record at least five others doing the same thing.

This is incredibly dangerous and illegal. Those caught by our officers or by cameras doing this yesterday, will be reported and dealt with appropriately.

We know that being held up on the motorway can be frustrating. No one wants their journey extended or diverted, and sometimes a large emergency service response can draw a lot of attention.

This is not an excuse to act illegally. Yesterday’s collision involved real people – someone’s mum, dad, or child. Whilst they were at their most vulnerable, some drivers selfishly chose to film for their own curiosity and entertainment.

We want to take this time to remind you to drive with caution. If you think it is acceptable to drive in this manner, it is not.

Slowing down to look at a collision, using your phones at the wheel, and driving without due care and attention is dangerous. It can cause further accidents and diverts the attention of the emergency services at the scene, whose priority needs to be helping those injured in the collision and investigating.

Using a mobile phone whilst driving is one of the , along with travelling without a seatbelt, speeding, driving under the influence of drink or drugs and careless driving. Drivers committing one of the Fatal 5 are at a higher risk of causing or being involved in a fatal collision.

If you spot someone driving dangerously, please report it to us. You can call 101, or, once you’re no longer behind the wheel, report online: https://orlo.uk/3bYlI

11/06/2025

Do you know what BRAKE FADE is? 📋🚗

‘Brake fade’ is when the brakes become less effective because of overheating. It may happen if you use them continuously, such as on a long, steep downhill stretch of road. In this situation, use a lower gear to help you control the vehicle’s speed.

From driving terms to tricky words - we've got you covered 📝

Dive into our comprehensive e-learning materials and educational guides here: https://ow.ly/hqKb50VWTYa